94 points

2021 Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles

Michael Schaefer, Beverage Dynamics, September 2023

“Oberon has been producing outstanding wines from Napa Valley for decades. Their first release from Paso Robles demonstrates that given good fruit, they can create a great wine from other regions. The nose and palate share a spicy dark fruit character, with subtle hints of baking spices and cocoa. A lovely example of classic cabernet.”

93 points

2013 Charles Heidsieck Brut Millésimé

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, November 2023

““Features flavors of crème de cassis, lemon curd, poached apricot and smoked almond framed by well-cut, crunchy acidity, lending fine definition and vibrancy. A broad-shouldered Champagne that's lacy in texture, with a long finish of spices and grapefruit zest. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Disgorged 2022. Drink now through 2028. 100 cases imported.””

93 points

Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, November 2023

““Rich and fragrant, with chopped hazelnut, toasted brioche and smoke notes accenting poached apricot and spun honey flavors. Remains fresh and focused, thanks to lively lemony acidity, which carries the expressive profile on the lingering finish. Disgorged 2021. Drink now through 2028. 235 cases imported.””

93 points

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve

Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, December 2023

““This nonvintage Champagne shows the hallmark of the producer. With its 50% reserve wines to bring out maturity, the wine is full of fruit, touched by toast. Drink this fine bottling now.” ”

93 points

2019 Donnafugata Fragore

Wine Enthusiast, October 2023

“Sweet strawberries and cherries push back against warm, spicy notes of cinnamon, chili pepper and coffee grinds on the nose. The palate becomes more indulgent with macerated cherries and salted dark chocolate, contoured by sturdy tannins and substantial heat and acid.”

93 points

2013 Charles Heidsieck Brut Millésimé

Yohan Castaing, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2023

“The bouquet of the 2013 Brut Millésimé is compellingly fresh and minty, complicated by notes of white fruit—notably pear and apple—citrus and gentle spices, as well as a light touch of smoke. With aeration, elegant pastry notes come to the fore. On the palate, this is a structured, tension-filled but airborne Champagne with racy acidity, fleshy and charming texture and a long, penetrating finish. It should age well over the next eight to 10 years. Disgorged in 2022 with nine grams per liter, this is a blend of 57% Pinot Noir and 43% Chardonnay.”

93 points

2018 Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce&Gabbana

Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2023

“Dusty rose and earth tones give way to spiced blood orange and hints of animal musk as the 2018 Cuordilava Dolce & Gabbana opens in the glass. It's surprisingly fresh and juicy on the palate, with ripe red and blue fruits swirling across a vibrant acidity core. The 2018 finishes with unexpected depth and concentration, leaving fine-grained tannins that pinch at the cheeks. There's substantially more power and complexity than expected here. That said, this varietal Nerello Mascalese is geared for the cellar.”

93 points

2019 Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce&Gabbana

James Suckling, James Suckling, August 2023

“Orange peel and candied cherry with subtle salted caramel aromas follow through to a medium body, with fine and rounded tannins and a fresh finish. Chewy yet crunchy. Drinkable now but even better in a year or two.”

93 points

2020 Isole e Olena 'Cepparello' Toscana IGT

James Button, Decanter, January 2023

“A long, hot summer with good day and nighttime temperature variations led to an even ripening. Balsamic and medicinal tones introduce a bright, chewy cherry palate with wood and spice notes. Earth and pomegranate touches emerge towards the finish, framed by ripe, grippy tannins and good acidity. Still very youthful, it will improve with age but seems to lack a little bit of the intensity seen in the 2019.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Brut Rosé

Wilfred Wong, Wilfred Wong, August 2023

“The Piper Heidsieck Champagne Brut Rosé Sauvage is active and alive from start to finish. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of ripe strawberries, earthy notes, candied apples, and dried berries. Try it with fresh salmon sashimi topped with slices of Meyer lemon.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Brut Rosé

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, December 2023

“Finely balanced and fresh with citrusy acidity, this shows a rich mix of wild cherry and strawberry fruit, grapefruit sorbet, oyster shell and roasted almond notes set on the velvety mousse. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, November 2023

“A well-knit version, with a fine, plush texture and lemony acidity layered with flavors of crushed black currant, chopped almond, preserved lemon and toast point. Long and elegant on the fresh finish. Pinot Noir and Meunier. Disgorged March 2023. Drink now through 2028.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, November 2023

“Finely balanced and fresh, with the delicate bead carrying appealing ripe black cherry and green apple fruit, plus a fragrant mix of lime blossom, saffron, toasted almond and ground coffee details. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now.”

92 points

2018 Donnafugata Tancredi Dolce&Gabbana

Wine Enthusiast, October 2023

92 points

2018 Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce&Gabbana

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

“Packaged in a really fun bottle with all the colors of a traditional Sicilian painted horse carriage, this wine is a joint project between Donnafugata and fashion house Dolce & Gabbana. With Nerello Mascalese from 700 meters above sea level on the flank of the Sicilian volcano, the 2018 Etna Rosso Dolce & Gabbana Cuordilava evokes dried currant and cassis with rosemary sprig, rose petal, iron ore and campfire ash. There is some sweet spice over a mid-weight mouthfeel with relatively soft tannins. This special collaboration consists of 7,000 bottles.”

92 points

2019 Donnafugata Fragore

Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2023

“The 2019 Etna Rosso Fragore is dark and brooding in the glass, with dusty rose and earth tones slowly giving way to reveal crushed black cherries. While round and juicy on the palate, this possesses a core of tart wild berry fruits and mineral tones that slowly saturate and add a youthful tension toward the close. The 2019 finishes structured and long with a last primary concentration as violet inner florals gradually taper off.”

92 points

2020 Donnafugata Isolano Dolce&Gabbana

Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2023

“The 2020 Isolano Dolce & Gabbana is understated in the glass with an airy blend of young peaches and smoky crushed stone. This washes across the palate with ripe orchard fruits and saline-mineral tones, all propelled by juicy acidity. The 2020 leaves a lingering tension and refinement, with repleting mineral tones and finishing with medium length.”

92 points

2022 Donnafugata Rosa Dolce&Gabbana

Eric Guido, Vinous, May 2023

“Crushed rocks and roses open the stage for white strawberries and sweet spice as the 2022 Rosa Dolce & Gabbana blossoms in the glass. It teases with its silky textures as a core of saline minerals and zesty citrus build tension throughout. Nectarine and pear notes resonate as the 2022 finishes remarkably fresh and potent. The Rosa is a wonderfully refined blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nocera.”

92 points

2020 M. Chapoutier La Bernardine Rouge

James Suckling, James Suckling, May 2023

“A layered and restrained Chateauneuf-du-Pape with aromas of red berries, spiced cherries, dried thyme and baking spices. Medium-bodied with chalky tannins. Textured and slightly chewy with plenty of berry and chocolate character towards the compact finish. Better after 2025.”

92 points

2019 Donnafugata Tancredi Dolce&Gabbana

James Suckling, James Suckling, August 2023

“Black berries and dark leather with some crushed slate and blue fruits on the nose. Some dark mushrooms. It’s full-bodied and chewy with lots of toasted oak. Rich and flavorful but remains linear and fresh. Drink after 2025.”