| 2021 |
Simple Life |
Cabernet Sauvignon |
Double Gold Medal Winner 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition |
San Francisco International Wine Competition |
Double Gold Medal |
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2025-05-21 |
| 2023 |
Simple Life |
Chardonnay |
Silver Medal Winner 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition |
San Francisco International Wine Competition |
Silver Medal |
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2025-05-21 |
| 2023 |
Pozzan |
Pinot Noir Russian River Valley |
Best of Class Winner 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition |
San Francisco International Wine Competition |
Best of Class |
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2025-05-21 |
| 2022 |
Pozzan |
Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley |
Silver Medal Winner 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition |
San Francisco International Wine Competition |
Silver Medal |
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2025-05-21 |
| 2022 |
Lornano |
Chianti Classico |
The nose opens saline and floral, with wet slate, crushed rocks and peonies, then intensifies with aromas of raspberry candy, sweet tobacco and wild oregano. The palate balances wild berries with savory earth tones, before a finish that crackles with a spicy, peppery heat. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2025-05-20 |
| 2021 |
Lornano |
Chianti Classico 'Riserva' |
The nose features both the clean tartness of black cherry and blackberry and the more textured tang of tea leaf and bergamot. The palate opens with more cherries and berries, then those bitter citrus notes return, joined by earth tones which are emphasized by fierce tannins and lively acid. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2025-05-20 |
| 2022 |
Nicodemi |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Le Murate' |
The nose is fresh, cool and balanced, with aromas of tart blackberries, wild cherries, top soil, pepper, graphite and violets. On the palate, the blackberries ripen but stay tart, while those sophisticated, bitter earth tones contrast nicely. Substantial yet refined tannins provide structure and lithe acid brings a bolt of energy. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2025-05-20 |
| 2021 |
Nicodemi |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane 'Notari' |
The palate is mostly crushed dark berries, dirt and brush, but hints of fresh raspberries and strawberries provide a warming lift. On the palate, the earthiness crescendos through a bitter, warm, spicy finish that positively crackles with pepper. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2025-05-20 |
| 2020 |
Domaine Yves Cheron |
Cotes du Rhone 'Les Dentelles' |
Bright and lifted, this wine bursts with ripe red cherry, rhubarb, wild strawberry, black olive and dried lavender aromas. Fresh, juicy yet dry, it features round, youthful tannins that support black fruit, cassis, licorice and dried thyme. Approachable now, but best enjoyed after a gentle decant. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2025-05-20 |
| 2017 |
Nicodemi |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Riserva 'Neromoro' |
A tart, spiced nose of chocolate, cloves, cardamom and sweet dark cherries foreshadows a palate where f lavors of spice, earth and berries mingle above a strong dark-chocolate foundation. Powerful tannins and hot, unapologetic acid create a balanced feel and ensure this wine will continue to develop. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2025-05-20 |