| 2023 |
Lava Cap |
Merlot El Dorado |
Opulent and rich, this wine offers aromatics of ripe Bing cherry, boysenberry, dried cranberry, orange marmalade, potpourri and vanilla on the nose. Flavors on the palate are red currant coulis, raspberry jam, dried coriander, black olive and baking spice, with layers of mineral throughout. Hidden Gem. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2025-06-30 |
| 2023 |
Cape Mentelle |
Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc 'Marri' |
Bombastic, and hard not to compare to the famed Marlborough SB style, there’s some flinty, oniony reduction, punchy stone and citrus fruit, jalapeño and bell pepper notes to start. A lovely waxy texture to the palate is more distinguishing. It’s cut through with crisp acidity and peachy fruit concentration to the finish. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2025-06-30 |
| 2023 |
Cape Mentelle |
Cabernet Sauvignon 'Marri' |
Aromas of raspberry and black currants sprinkled with dried mint, coca powder and underscored by black olives and graphite float from the glass of this Cab, from one of the region’s long-standing producers. There’s a lightness here that’s welcome amidst the sturdy tannins, which take over the mouth. The fruit squeaks through the cracks but falls off quickly. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2025-06-30 |
| 2024 |
Barker's Marque |
Sauvignon Blanc Blind River 'Arona' |
A sweetly fruity nose of passion fruit and lime-drop aromas are backed by fennel seed and green-pepper nuances. It’s fresh and fruity right to the long, tingly finish, which makes taking another sip an easy endeavor. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2025-06-30 |
| 2024 |
Barker's Marque |
Sauvignon Blanc Blind River 'Three Brooms' |
Distinctive yeast-dusted melon and pineapple aromas open. There’s lovely mouthwatering acidity on the palate which freshens and brights the more confected fruit notes. It is an easy chill-down drop for warm weather sipping. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
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2025-06-30 |
| 2022 |
Sandro Fay |
Sforzato di Valtellina ‘Ronco del Picchio’ |
A complex and vibrant wine with aromas of stony and peppery minerality, incense and black cherries. It’s full-bodied with a powerful palate, dusty tannins, tar and fruit flavors, chewy acidity and a biting yet balanced finish. A bit bitter at the end. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
92 |
 |
2025-06-27 |
| 2022 |
Sandro Fay |
Valtellina Superiore 'Valgella' |
A super-fresh wine with strawberry, red currant, violet and mint aromas. Light-bodied. It shows freshness, lightness, crunchy tannins and a polished finish. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2025-06-27 |
| 2021 |
Donati |
Merlot Paso Robles |
The 2021 Merlot lifts up with a mentholated mix of wild blueberries, mint and white smoke. It is soothingly round, with ripe red and blue fruits guided by cooling acidity, as a gentle tactile mineral tinge adds contrast. Silky tannins and a hint of brown spice remain, while the wine tapers off long yet pleasantly fresh, with an air of lavender that lingers. |
Vinous |
91 |
 |
2025-06-27 |
| 2021 |
Donati |
Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles |
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon opens with a dusty blend of crushed rocks, sage and peppery blackcurrants. It is soft and round, cool toned in feel, with a mix of wild berries and spice. The finish is medium in length and gently tannic, leaving a hint of sage and lavender to fade slowly. |
Vinous |
90 |
 |
2025-06-27 |
| 2021 |
Sandro Fay |
Valtellina Superiore Valgella Riserva ‘Carteria’ |
A fresh and elegant nose of strawberries, watermelon, leaves, stony minerality and a hint of tar. It’s forthright on the palate, with ripe, firm, dusty tannins, fruit concentration and crisp acidity. Full-bodied. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
95 |
 |
2025-06-27 |