90 Points

2021 M. Chapoutier Les Meysonniers Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“Sourced largely from the southern and eastern portions of the appellation, with a small proportion aged in oak (5% in new demi-muids, 5% in used demi-muids and 10% in foudres), the 2021 Crozes Hermitage Blanc Les Meysonniers offers up hints of struck match, scorched lime zest and underripe melon. It's medium-bodied and reasonably sapid on the palate, with a long, briny finish.”

90 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier La Bernardine Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“Unlike the 2022, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape la Bernardine Blanc is all Grenache Blanc. All barrel-fermented and matured in demi-muids, it boasts scents of subtle toasted grain, tangerine and nectarine, while the medium to full-bodied palate is rounded and lush. I'd opt for drinking this young.”

90 Points

2023 M. Chapoutier Belleruche Rouge

Stuart Pigott, James Suckling, May 2024

““Brimming with red fruit aromas, with notes of spices and dried herbs including laurel. Rich and fleshy, but with healthy tannins and an excellent freshness that drives the very harmonious finish. This producer’s biggest wine is a blend of wines from the left and right banks of the Rhone. Roughly 50-50 grenache and syrah. Drink now.””

90 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

IWSC | International Wine & Spirit Competition, May 2024

“Rich, floral and concentrated. Fresh red berries and balanced autolysis notes on the nose. Precise and linear on the palate, showing ripe stone fruits and citrus, with a harmonious mousse.”

90 Points

2022 Trenel Morgon Côte du Py

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, January 2024

“Savory and medium-bodied with notes of moss, dark berry fruit, orange zest and soy. It’s somewhat restrained on the palate, with tight tannins and a subtly smoky finish. Drink or hold.”

90 Points

2021 Trenel Morgon Côte du Py

James Suckling, James Suckling, February 2023

“Crisp and focused, but with a solid base of fine tannins, this medium-bodied Morgon also has some of the smoky character we associate with this site. Long cool, stony finish that’s nicely supported by the tannins. Drink or hold.”

90 Points

2019 Trenel Juliénas Les Capitans

James Suckling, James Suckling, March 2022

“A deep and rich wine for this appellation with bright acidity and pronounced minerality helping harmonize the substantial body. Just enough tannin to pull off this balancing act. Plenty of savory character to the long finish. Drink now.”

90 Points

2020 Trenel Fleurie Climat “La Madone”

James Suckling, James Suckling, March 2022

“Stacks of ripe wild-blackberry aroma here and this fruit is neatly wrapped around some healthy tannins on the full-bodied palate. It’s quite a winemaking achievement to reach this balance at 15% alcohol, but the interplay of dry tannins and sweetness is still a bit of a tussle at the bold finish. Drink or hold.”

90 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier Les Meysonniers Rouge

James Suckling, James Suckling, February 2022

“Lots of black cherry, but also some eucalyptus on the nose of this youthful Crozes-Hermitage. Sleek and crisp with moderate tannins and a cranberry type of acidity that’s pronounced at the finish. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Maybe this will show better after another year of bottle age? Drink or hold.”

89 Points

2022 Trenel Moulin-à-Vent

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, January 2024

“This is showing aromas of bark, red cherries, wild raspberries and moss. Fresh, tight and savory, with a medium body and crunchy tannins. Drink now.”

90 points

2022 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard Chardonnay

MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator, December 2025

“Fresh pear, apple and orange sorbet notes are fresh and pure, with a touch of lemon meringue, plus white flower accents. Shows hints of crunchy sea salt and lemongrass on the finish alongside crisp acidity. Drink now. 402 cases made.”

90 points

2023 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Chardonnay

MaryAnn Worobiec, Wine Spectator, December 2025

“Jasmine, honeysuckle and fresh citrus zest notes are distinctive, celebrating the core of lemon, tangerine and lime sherbet flavors. Impressive for its delicacy and transparency, with ginger and honeycomb details that linger. Drink now.”

90 points

Piper Sonoma Brut

Tom R. Capo, Wine Enthusiast, December 2024

“Aromas of fresh lemon, pie crust and pear take the lead on the nose of this Chard-dominated Brut sparkling wine. The palate brings a wave of minerality and bright lemon-lime acidity before a clean and fresh floral finish. Great for oysters.”

91 points

Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs

Tom R. Capo, Wine Enthusiast, December 2024

“This overtly bright and crisp sparkling wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc gives classic green apple and Meyer lemon aromas on the nose. The palate comes alive with pineapple, lime, chalky minerality and white flowers that linger after a clean finish.”

91 points

2023 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2025

“The 2023 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc kicked off in tank, then moved into French oak barrels (20% new) for the second half of primary fermentation. Marked by scents of pear, fig and grapefruit, this medium-bodied effort is plump, rounded and easy to drink, with a clean, crisp finish.”

92 points

2022 Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa County

Michael Franz, Tasting Panel, November 2024

“Packed with flavor but not overblown, this is a great choice for restaurant lists as well as home-grilled steaks, lamb chops, or flavorful cheeses. For a Cabernet check clocks in at just 13.7% alcohol, it is remarkably expressive in both aromatic and flavor terms, with notes of black plums and Bing cherries and light edging from oak.”

92 points

2022 M by Michael Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon

James Suckling, James Suckling, September 2025

“Aromas of red and black currants, licorice, cedar, spices and cloves. The palate is full-bodied with fine tannins and a luscious, balanced mouthfeel. Nicely constructed, with poise and refinement. Drink or hold.”

Platinum medal

2022 Donnafugata Ben Ryé

Decanter, June 2024

“97 POINTS. Ravishing sun ripened peach, bitter orange zest and dried fig aromatics imbued with luxurious florals that shine through the unctuous texture and wonderful caress of refreshing acidity. Thoroughly absorbing and rich with an unwavering length.”

94+ points

2020 Isole e Olena Syrah Toscana IGT

Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2023

“Boasting a supple and velvety texture that softly caresses the palate, the 2020 Syrah Collezione Privata shows how well this Rhône grape has adapted to the sunny and dry Tuscan climate. I love that the wine shows aromas of crushed limestone that are fundamental to the Chianti Classico playlist along with black fruit, black chocolate and cured tobacco. This is a generous, full-bodied red wine that ends on a deliciously soft note.”

94+ points

2021 Donnafugata Mille e una Notte

Eric Guido, Vinous, July 2025

“The 2021 Mille e Una Notte is dark and brooding, smoldering up with a beguiling bouquet of dusty sage and cedar shavings, enhanced by nuances of menthol and cocoa before giving way to blackcurrant. Savory to the core, it offers velvety textures lifted by brisk acidity as a mass of red fruit saturates the senses. The 2021 grips the palate with youthful tension and finishes with a wall of tannins nicely contrasted by a tinge of citrus and licorice. This powerful rendition of Mille e Una Notte will require extreme patience.”