| 2020 |
Lornano |
Super Tuscan 'Commendator Enrico' |
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Luca Maroni |
99 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2020 |
Chateau Montus |
La Tyre Madiran |
A solid tannat with structure and texture, showing dark plums, currants, dried herbs, raw cocoa and bark on the nose. It’s medium- to full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Grainy texture brings another dimension on the palate. Well-driven and structured, with a spicy lift and a long finish. Drink from 2027. |
James Suckling |
94 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2022 |
Dancing Crow Vineyards |
Field Blend 'Old Stake 1901 Vineyard' Lake County |
Red currants, dried herbs, cherries, fresh plums and spices on the nose. The palate is mid-weighted with a plush, rounded mouthfeel and plenty of structure to enjoy now or into the future. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2023 |
Rocca di Castagnoli |
Chianti Classico |
A delicious, balanced and juicy Chianti with red cherries, spiced berries, dried herbs and some baking spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Vivid and peppery, with a velvety texture and a flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2020 |
Chateau Bouscasse |
Madiran |
Driven yet elegant, showing currants, spiced cherries, bark and warm spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with fine, firm tannins. Focused, structured and refined, offering velvety texture and a long, subtle finish. Tannat, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2023 |
Dancing Crow Vineyards |
Cabernet Sauvignon Lake County |
Aromas of black currants, black cherries, plums, dried herbs and a light savory edge. The palate is full-bodied with smooth, supple tannins and balanced acidity, giving a juicy, fruit-forward finish. Delicious. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2020 |
Chateau Montus |
Madiran |
A firm, compact and well-built blend of tannat, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. On the nose it shows dark plums, currants, wild herbs, forest floor and baking spices. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins. Juicy at the center, with a solid frame shaping the palate. Dense finish. Drink from 2027. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2026-01-15 |
| 2022 |
Frey |
Biodynamic 'Field Blend Red' Mendocino |
A solid-quality red blend that’s robust, darkly fruity and full-bodied, with moderate tannins adding some grip to the texture. This shows the earthy, doughy quality of some wines with no sulfites added. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2026-01-14 |
| 2021 |
Verbena |
Brunello di Montalcino |
Sweet wood spices dominate here, with lots of vanilla and chocolate over ripe black cherries and even some blackberries. Some dried fruit, too. Medium to full body with tight, chewy tannins and a compressed, slightly extracted finish. But it comes out well at the end. Give it time. Try in 2027. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2026-01-14 |
| 2021 |
Elia Palazzesi |
Brunello di Montalcino |
Oxidative style with prunes, crushed flowers, and chocolatey depth. Medium-bodied, it shows moderate to refreshing acidity and ripe, chalky tannins. Lacks a bit of tension, otherwise good. Try from 2027. |
James Suckling |
92 |
 |
2026-01-14 |