The 2023 Côte de Brouilly crafted for Kermit Lynch is unfiltered and similar to the chateau’s version though with differing percentages of the parcels blended in. It bursts with expressive aromas of crushed violet petals, wild cherry and forest berries, a...
The 2023 Morgon Bellevue shows a little reduction on the nose but is armed with brisk and breezy blackberry and raspberry fruit that give way to hints of cassis. The palate is medium-bodied and sorbet-fresh, with saturated tannins and a touch of orange...
This luscious, dense red is packed with cherry, blackberry, pomegranate and violet flavors. Its tannins are ripe and refined, while the vibrant acidity keeps everything focused. An iron streak weaves through the long, energetic finish. This is approachabl...
The 2012 Viña Tondonia Reserva comes from a very dry year, with 25% less rain than the average (at the time), resulting in lower yields of very healthy grapes that delivered wines with nice balance between alcohol and polyphenols, making it very apt for t...
The 2022 Zinfandel Pagani Ranch is a blend of 82% Zinfandel, 9% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Petite Sirah and 4% Mataro. It has layered scents of blueberry preserves, yellow peach, toasted coconut and floral perfume. The palate combines generous, layered, fragra...
Matured for 16 months in 20% new air-dried American oak, the 2022 Petite Sirah Lytton Estate is powerful and pretty. It unfurls slowly on the nose to reveal aromas of blackcurrant, grilled beef, iron, tar and violet. The full-bodied palate features concen...