| 2015 |
La Perla |
Valtellina Superiore 'La Mossa' |
Red-berry, rose-petal, wet stone and menthol aromas form the fragrant nose, along with an earthy whiff of new leather. The chiseled, elegantly structured palate features spiced cranberry, juicy red cherry and dark spice framed in taut refined tannins and vibrant acidity. Drink 2021–2027. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2020-06-03 |
| 2014 |
La Perla |
Valtellina Superiore 'La Mossa' |
Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this 100% Nebbiolo from the mountains has enticing aromas of wild rose, woodland berry, flint and alpine herb. Focused and all about elegance, the graceful palate offers strawberry, pomegranate, white pepper and a hint of clove set against polished tannins. Vibrant acidity keeps it balanced. It may too ethereal for some while others will be enchanted. Drink through 2026. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2020-06-03 |
| 2016 |
Domaine du Moulin |
Gaillac 'Cuvee Florentin' |
One of the characteristic grapes of Gaillac, this Braucol from low-yielding vines is concentrated and now mature. The wine’s density and finely chiseled tannins are matched by its black fruits and mineral texture. Drink now. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2020-06-03 |
| 2018 |
Bailly Lapierre |
Saint-Bris Sauvignon Blanc |
This cooperative of about 430 growers is best known for its Crémant de Bourgogne, but it also makes a lovely St-Bris. The 2018 took a silver medal at the 29th Concours des Vins du Grand Auxerrois. Exhibiting delicate nuances of white flowers, its allure is immediate, and it dazzles with its bright stony impact. Wonderful acidity, especially given the vintage, makes it a pleasure to drink now – particularly with sushi. |
Decanter |
92 |
 |
2020-06-03 |
| 2017 |
Lafond Winery |
Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills |
Aromas of stewed cranberry, nutmeg, dried roses and a hint of meat show on the nose of this bottling. There’s plenty of vibrant, peppery acidity on the sip, as well as cracked pepper flavors, alongside baked raspberry and sour cherry. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2020-06-02 |
| 2018 |
Tulocay |
Chardonnay Napa Valley |
Winemaker Brie Cadman coaxes briny, salty and citrusy freshness and complexity from the famous site, making for a light, bright and elegant resulting wine. Meyer lemon, green apple and just a tiny hint of oak provide ample body within a subdued ripeness. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2020-06-02 |
| 2018 |
Keuka Spring Vineyards |
Riesling 'Humphreys Vineyard' |
Ripe apple and pear aromas are lifted by a bright floral tone on the nose. There’s a pleasing rounded softness to the palate, most likely due to the partial fermentation in neutral barrel, with lifted elements of pine-dusted lemon and ripe orchard fruit filling it out. Waxy lemon peel and a bit of earthy spice frame the fruit well, giving a firm boundary to all that weight. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2020-06-02 |
| 2016 |
Maison Pagnotta |
Meursault |
Flinty reduction plays on the nose of this wine alongside earthiness. The palate rounds this out with yeasty richness that creates a smooth, concentrated texture. The rounded finish suggests lemon and buttermilk. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2020-06-02 |
| 2017 |
Domaine de la Croix Senaillet |
Saint-Veran Les Rochats |
Notes of ripe peach seem to be channelled into a lemony vision of chalk and freshness on the nose of this wine. The palate repeats this dynamic lemony vision on a concentrated palate. Earthy overtones and a sense of generosity and richness are amplified by concentration and gentle power. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2020-06-02 |
| 2019 |
Ryan Patrick |
Sauvignon Blanc Columbia Valley |
A fresh, focused sauvignon with sliced-apple and lime aromas and flavors. Medium body, bright acidity and a delicious finish. Drink now. Screw cap. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2020-06-01 |