| 2013 |
Andrea Oberto |
Barolo DOCG Rocche Dell 'Annunziata |
Ripe, darker berries and leathery nuances lead to a palate that carries a wealth of assertive tannins and some sweet oak influence into ripe cherries. Firm finish. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
94 |
 |
2019-01-28 |
| 2015 |
Andrea Oberto |
Barolo DOCG 2015 |
Aromas of iron, stone and fresh, sliced strawberries follow through to a medium to full body with tannins that build on the palate. Needs three to four years to soften. Drink in 2022 or later. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2019-01-28 |
| 2015 |
Marziano Abbona |
Pressenda Barolo DOCG |
This offers some deeper, darker fruit aromas, as well as cedar and walnuts with an earthy edge and toasted spice. The palate carries abundant ripe red-cherry flavor and is framed in succulent, juicy tannins. Sits in an approachable, balanced mode. Drink or hold |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2019-01-28 |
| 2015 |
Marziano Abbona |
Ravera Barolo DOCG |
Coal smoke and warm stones on the nose, ahead of violets and red cherries. The palate has firm and sleek tannins that curve in a seamless arc, holding rich red-fruit flavors deep into the fresh finish. Try from 2022. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2019-01-28 |
| 2016 |
Domaine Romain Jambon |
Brouilly Les Eronnes |
An impressively structured wine for this appellation, this is rich and dense. Black fruits and perfumed acidity are supported by a firm backbone that will allow the wine to age. Drink from 2020. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2019-01-22 |
| 2016 |
Sojourn Cellars |
Pinot Noir Ridgetop Vineyard |
From a site near Annapolis on the extreme Sonoma Coast, this wine is resplendent in red cherry and raspberry, inviting through and through. Robustly built, it offers a wealth of Asian spice, burnt orange and forest floor, finishing with a length of power and concentration. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2019-01-22 |
| 2016 |
Domaine Romain Jambon |
Brouilly Les Vieux Ceps |
Produced from old vines, this wine is dense and well structured. Tannins march with the black fruits and dense dry core to give richness and fullness. Drink this wine from late 2019. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2019-01-22 |
| 2016 |
Domaine Yves Cheron |
Cuvee Jurassique Gigondas |
Rich blueberry and cherry notes mark the nose of the 2016 Gigondas Jurassique. A blend of 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah, it's full-bodied, ripe and velvety in texture, ending on hints of crushed stone that give it a welcome dry, savory edge. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2019-01-22 |
| 2013 |
Domaine du Pegau |
Cuvee Laurence Chateauneuf-du-Pape |
Tasted five years after bottling, this wine still shows a core of dried strawberry and cherry flavor, but it's shaded by umami tones of balsamic, leather and mushroom. It's intoxicatingly rich on the palate but balanced freshly, edged by delicate tea tannins. This complex wine shows its savory side elegantly. It drinks well now but should hold until 2024. |
Wine Enthusiast |
95 |
 |
2019-01-21 |
| 2014 |
Domaine du Pegau |
Cuvee Reserve Blanc Chateauneuf-du-Pape |
Light, hazy yellow. Explosive, mineral-driven aromas of fresh pear, peach pit and white flowers carry a gingery background note. Stony, focused and pure on the palate, offering intense orchard fruit and citrus fruit flavors that become weightier with air. Clings with strong tenacity on the finish, which shows excellent clarity and a resonating floral note. |
Vinous |
92 |
 |
2019-01-18 |