| 2019 |
Domaine Alain Voge |
Saint-Peray Fleur de Crussol |
Rich on the nose, aromas of freshly squeezed orange and peach are in concert with notes of dusty dandelions, white peppercorn and stone. The palate is opulent, with flavors of ripe green and Korean pears, and candied lemon peel embraced by warm round stones, cardamom, white pepper and white flowers. Its round and textured mouthfeel is marked by a pronounced glycerol edge that dissipates with proper decanting. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2022 |
Jorge Ordóñez |
Verdejo ‘Nisia Las Suertes’ |
Aromas of lemon-lime, peach and orange blossom pave the way for flavors of lemon tart, toasted pineapple, fennel pollen, vanilla bean and rose petal. Notes of anise and orange zest endure on the taste buds. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2022 |
Domaine du Pegau |
Cuvee Reserve Blanc Chateauneuf-du-Pape |
The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Réservée Blanc showed beautifully, with an exotic, tropical style in its honeyed orange, melon, minty herb, and tangerine-like nuances. It's medium-bodied, has a round, layered mouthfeel, good acidity, and a great finish. The classic cuvée here is based largely on Clairette (60%) yet includes smaller amounts of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Bourboulenc, and it’s raised all in stainless steel. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
91 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2021 |
Domaine Jean Royer |
Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Prestige' Rouge |
The 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape Prestige from Jean-Marie is a juicy, elegant wine in the vintage that has lots of savory strawberry and mulled cherry-like fruits as well as medium-bodied richness and depth, solid, peppery garrigue aromatics, fine tannins, and outstanding length. It's nicely balanced, lively, and elegant. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
92 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2021 |
Domaine Jean Royer |
Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Les Sables de la Crau' |
All Grenache from pure sand soils, the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Sables De La Crau is a hidden gem in the vintage that has plenty of pretty kirsch, dried flower, and loamy soil-like notes in a medium-bodied, nicely balanced, elegant, yet still textured style. This balanced, delicious beauty will evolve nicely over the coming 10-12 years or so. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
93 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2021 |
Domaine Jean Royer |
Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Tradition' |
A solid classic cuvée that's going to shine on the dinner table over the coming 8-10 years, the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape (85% Grenache noir and the rest Mourvèdre and Cinsault) has pretty cherry and darker berry fruits as well as some Burgundian-like forest floor, peppery herbs, and spicy nuances. It's balanced and has fine tannins as well as outstanding length. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2022 |
Domaine Yves Cheron |
Vacqueyras 'Cuvee Jardin d'Eden' |
An even split of Grenache and Syrah, Yves' 2022 Vacqueyras Jardin D'Eden is medium ruby-hued with attractive red plum and mulled strawberry fruit interwoven with peppery herbs, sandalwood, and spice. It's medium-bodied, has some building tannins, and a good finish. |
Jeb Dunnuck |
90-92 |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| NV |
Stel+Mar |
Rose |
This overall balanced, albeit simple, rosé offers notes of white strawberry, just-ripe red cherry, cherry blossom and hay. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2021 |
Stel+Mar |
Chardonnay Lodi |
A pale lemon hue in the glass, this wine offers aromas and flavors of lemon, lime, green and yellow apple, baby’s breath blossom, pollen, pineapple rind, banana flesh and peel, hay, clove, nutmeg, vanilla and toasted wood. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2023-11-14 |
| 2022 |
Quintay |
Sauvignon Blanc 'Clava' Casablanca Valley |
A fresh note of orange zest on the nose is inviting. Austere in character, this Sauvignon offers hints of grapefruit and green peas. It’s a great summer sipper or a good pairing for avocado salad due to its crisp acidity. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
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2023-11-14 |