94 points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, July 2024

“Gunpowder and cotton candy with strawberries, walnuts and lemon zest. Super-tense, medium-bodied palate with lengthy, medium-sized bubbles, crisp acidity and a polished finish.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, July 2024

“Gunpowder and cotton candy over quince and lemon pulp. Quite frothy and brief bubbles at first, then light body with crisp acidity and a riper mirabelle finish. 44% pinot noir, 34% pinot meunier and 22% chardonnay. Drink now. ”

90 points

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, July 2024

“A fruity and playful champagne brut. On the nose aromas of apples and pear pie follow through to a medium body with medium bubbles. Supple, fruity and refreshing.”

90 points

Piper-Heidsieck Brut Rosé

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, July 2024

“A fruity and playful champagne rosé with small berries, raspberry wafers and warm spices on the nose. It’s well-rounded, fruity and refreshing with a salivating, grenadine-like finish. Drink now.”

92 points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut

Decanter, June 2024

“Aromatic red fruit on the nose, then to a palate of fresh red cherry, hints of apple, roasted pear and honey.”

94 points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

Decanter, June 2024

“Floral cherry notes lead to a palate of crisp apple, cranberry juice and a zesty, fresh lemon acidity.”

93 points

Charles Heidsieck Rosé Réserve

James Suckling, August 2024

“This has a pale apricot color and aromas of baked apple, spiced pear, honey and croissant. It’s creamy and flavorful, with soft and rounded bubbles and a lightly spicy finish. Drink now.”

93 points

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve

James Suckling, August 2024

“A creamy and silky champagne that has notes of lemons, pastries and apple compote on the nose. It’s medium-bodied and layered with fine bubbles and tasty pastry notes on the fresh, balanced finish. Drink now.”

94 points

Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs

James Suckling, August 2024

“This is a delicious blanc de blancs that has aromas and flavors of pie crust, poached pears, hazelnuts, toast and spices. It’s silky and rounded on the palate with very soft bubbles. Expressive and long. Drink now.”

91 points

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve

Decanter, June 2024

“Inviting roasted apricot and brown bread toast; red cherry, blueberry and honeysuckle on the palate.”

94 points

Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs

Decanter, June 2024

“Smoky, flinty aromatics of fine toast lead to a palate of biscuit and a stylish, lemon freshness.”

90 points

Charles Heidsieck Rosé Réserve

Decanter, June 2024

“Polished and smooth on the nose, palate of restrained red apple, sun dried citrus, dried strawberry and light shortbread notes.”

94 points

2023 Oberon Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley

Beverage Dynamics, September 2024

“Oberon has proven to be one of the most reliable sauvignon blanc producers in the country. The 2023 bottling further confirms the reputation is well earned. Brilliant straw gold in the glass; the nose and palate are dominated by bright and clean tree fruit, with hints of honeydew. Vivid and focused on the palate — a versatile and lovely wine.”

92 points

2022 Oberon Merlot, Napa Valley

Elaine Chukan Brown, Wine Enthusiast, November 2024

“Ripe raspberry, red plum, hibiscus and dark spices create enticing aromatics and a juicy, mouthful of flavor. Satin texture and fine-grained tannins stir with mouthwatering acidity for a pleasing and stimulating finish.”

97 points

2013 Rare Millésimé Brut

Decanter, June 2024

“PLATINUM MEDAL
Incredibly rich and smouldering with savoury nuts, toast and a piercing tang of bitter lemon with a fabulous silky texture imparting finesse and stature. Full of verve with gleaming waves of acidity and a lavish long length.”

93 points

2014 Rare Millésimé Rosé

Decanter, June 2024

“Lovely smoky notes on the nose, pink grapefruit, blood orange, cranberry, pastry and bread on the palate.”

91 points

2022 Amalaya Malbec

Zekun Shuai, James Suckling, April 2024

“A very floral and brambly nose with some dark cherries and fresh herbs. Fresh and pristine on the fleshy and fruity palate with a medium to full body and silky tannins. Juicy and fruit-driven in the medium-length finish, showing innate beauty of the fruit.”

93 points

2021 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, March 2024

“This is stylish and seductive, with singed red tea and alder hints leading off, followed by notes of warmed cherry compote and blackberry reduction. A subtle sanguine echo through the finish adds a nice counterpoint. Drink now through 2030. ”

91 points

2022 Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner

Decanter, June 2024

“Elegant nose with fragrant fruit, peaches and apricots, with a mineral and wet stone character. Crisp and fresh, showing tension.”

91 points

2022 Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner

Anne Krebiehl, Vinous, June 2024

“The 2022 Grüner Veltliner Friendly is picked in the village of Langenlois and made in stainless steel only. Gentle miso and yeast savor join the green pear peel on the nose. The palate cuts in with beautifully strait-laced freshness that underlines a superb white pepper vibe that stays and stays. The 2022 is slender and expressive. (Bone-dry)”