| 2022 |
Trentadue |
Zinfandel 'La Storia' Alexander Valley |
Bright and joyous aromas of raspberry, Meyer lemon, lilac and anise jump from the nose of this Zin. The palate brings rich tannin, balanced by a wave of juicy lemon acidity and flavors of crème de cassis, cocoa powder, black pepper and licorice. This perfect barbecue wine showcases excellent bang for the buck. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2025-01-27 |
| 2022 |
Trentadue |
La Storia Cuvee 32' Alexander Valley |
Red-fruited aromas of dark cherries, raspberry confit and mocha. The palate is medium-bodied with a lush mouthfeel and balanced acidity, giving flavors of sarsaparilla and baking spices. A simple and early-drinking blend of sangiovese, merlot, montepulciano and malbec. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2025-01-27 |
| 2020 |
Carbonnieux |
Pessac-Leognan Rouge 'Chateau Tour Leognan' |
A ripe, balanced wood-aged wine, this is complex and has a great future. It has plenty of black currant fruits from the blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to give the wine its richness along with spice from wood aging. Drink from 2026. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2025-01-23 |
| 2021 |
Glaetzer |
Shiraz 'Bishop' |
The 2021 Bishop Shiraz is pristine, supple and concentrated. There are layers of mulberry, raspberry and salted licorice (red licorice, too) in the mouth, shaped by fine, pliable tannins. It is bendy like high-jump poles. This is really great value for money. It is reliably high quality, delivering a modern, satisfying Barossa experience. What more do you want? 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. |
Wine Advocate |
92 |
 |
2025-01-22 |
| 2022 |
Glaetzer |
Shiraz 'Bishop' |
The 2022 Bishop Shiraz is silky and concentrated, with lashings of regionally persuasive fruit and chewy tannin. Though not a hugely complex wine, it is very satisfying and delivers a convincing argument for Barossa Shiraz. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. |
Wine Advocate |
91 |
 |
2025-01-22 |
| 2020 |
Glaetzer |
Shiraz 'Bishop' |
This 2020 Bishop Shiraz is a saturating and pure example of Barossa Shiraz, from a warm, compacted and low-yielding vintage. The wine in the glass is the very essence of Barossa, with red, earthy tannins, spicy/toasty oak and a fruit profile that spans red, purple and black. Really well done. Delicious. |
Wine Advocate |
92 |
 |
2025-01-22 |
| 2020 |
Silvano Bolmida |
Barolo ‘Le Coste di Monforte’ |
The 2020 Barolo Le Coste di Monforte is a powerful, dynamic wine. Macerated dark cherry, spice, leather, espresso and strong balsamic inflections all run through this brooding, strapping Barolo. I would give the 2020 a few years in bottle. There is certainly no lack of personality or character here. |
Vinous |
93 |
 |
2025-01-15 |
| 2020 |
Silvano Bolmida |
Barolo ‘Bussia’ |
The 2020 Barolo Bussia is a classy and understated to the core. Hints of kirsch, cinnamon, cedar, leather and orange peel give this mid-weight yet deep Barolo lovely aromatic intensity as well as a good bit of brightness. The 2020 exudes balance and class, not to mention quite a bit of appeal, even in the early going. |
Vinous |
92 |
 |
2025-01-15 |
| 2022 |
Verbena |
Rosso di Montalcino |
An intense and perfumed wine with leather, dark wild fruit, forest floor and Mediterranean herbs. Graphite dominates on the palate, with a medium body, grainy tannins and moderate acidity. Toasted finish. Drink or hold. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2025-01-15 |
| 2023 |
Dancing Crow Vineyards |
Zinfandel North Coast |
Chocolate, ripe cherries and hints of white pepper on the nose of this flavorful red. It’s full-bodied, fleshy and juicy, with medium tannins. Not too heavy. Drink now. Screw cap. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2025-01-15 |