Wine Profiles

92 Point Argentinian Red Blend: 2015 Antigal Aduentus Mediterraneo Mendoza
  • by Greg Martellotto

92 Point Argentinian Red Blend: 2015 Antigal Aduentus Mediterraneo Mendoza

“Argentina has become one of the world’s most exciting wine countries,” these are the words...

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94 Point Vintage: 2015 Novy Family Winery Carlisle Vineyard Zinfandel Russian River Valley
  • by Greg Martellotto

94 Point Vintage: 2015 Novy Family Winery Carlisle Vineyard Zinfandel Russian River Valley

Located in the heart of Bordeaux’s Right Bank, Lalande-de-Pomerol is just about two miles from...

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A Wine Lover's Dream: 2018 Soutard Cadet Cuvee Victoire Saint Emilion Grand Cru
  • by Greg Martellotto

A Wine Lover's Dream: 2018 Soutard Cadet Cuvee Victoire Saint Emilion Grand Cru

In Bordeaux, there are many historic Châteaux. On the Right Bank, in Saint-Emilion, one of...

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92 Point Priorat: 2018 Bernard Magrez Herencia del Padri Priorat
  • by Greg Martellotto

92 Point Priorat: 2018 Bernard Magrez Herencia del Padri Priorat

We’re fairly certain there’s nothing in the wine world that Bernard Magrez can’t do well....

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98 Points: 2019 Nesios Cabernet-Sangiovese Super Tuscan IGT
  • by Greg Martellotto

98 Points: 2019 Nesios Cabernet-Sangiovese Super Tuscan IGT

If you’ve ever heard of Super Tuscans, then you know these are some anarchic, revolutionary...

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99 Point "Absolutely One of the Best Italian Wines of the Year": 2019 Guerrieri Montepulciano Blend 'Guerriero della Terra'
  • by Greg Martellotto

99 Point "Absolutely One of the Best Italian Wines of the Year": 2019 Guerrieri Montepulciano Blend 'Guerriero della Terra'

Every once in a while we have the fun privilege of bringing you a super...

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98 Pt Vintage, WS: 2015 Chateau D'Issan Margaux Blason d'Issan.
  • by Greg Martellotto

98 Pt Vintage, WS: 2015 Chateau D'Issan Margaux Blason d'Issan.

As you might have already noticed, here at BHW we are crazy about Second Wines....

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From Gorgeous Vintage: 2019 Château de Vaudieu Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  • by Greg Martellotto

From Gorgeous Vintage: 2019 Château de Vaudieu Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Let’s let Jeb Dunnuck start off the description of today’s wine. The classic 2019 Châteauneuf...

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Perfect Drinking Time: 2013 King Estate North by Northwest Syrah
  • by Greg Martellotto

Perfect Drinking Time: 2013 King Estate North by Northwest Syrah

Sustainably grown and thoughtfully produced. That’s how Washington State’s King Estate Winery makes wine. King’s...

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94 Pt Rioja Reserva: 2015 La Rioja Alta Torre de Ona 'Finca Martelo' Reserva Rioj
  • by Greg Martellotto

94 Pt Rioja Reserva: 2015 La Rioja Alta Torre de Ona 'Finca Martelo' Reserva Rioj

James Suckling tells us that “Rioja is a great choice for people who enjoy both...

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Rustic Charm: 2018 Couly Dutheil Chinon Clos de L'Echo
  • by Greg Martellotto

Rustic Charm: 2018 Couly Dutheil Chinon Clos de L'Echo

Only 20% of the wine from Couly Dutheil finds its way out of France. One...

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97 Pt Vintage, WS: 2017 Jean-Luc Colombo Cotes du Rhone Les Forots
  • by Greg Martellotto

97 Pt Vintage, WS: 2017 Jean-Luc Colombo Cotes du Rhone Les Forots

If you love the wines coming out of Côtes du Rhône today, you may want...

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