Wine Profiles

The Best Vineyard in the World 3 Years in a Row: 2020 Zuccardi Concreto Paraje Altamira Malbec
  • por Greg Martellotto

The Best Vineyard in the World 3 Years in a Row: 2020 Zuccardi Concreto Paraje Altamira Malbec

To put it simply, Malbec has been shining brighter than ever. Argentina, praised by James...

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CA Leading Zinfandel Producer: 2021 Turley Wine Cellars Old Vines Zinfandel
  • por Greg Martellotto

CA Leading Zinfandel Producer: 2021 Turley Wine Cellars Old Vines Zinfandel

Heads up: This wine flies off the shelves faster than you can say "Cheers!" It's...

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Winemaker Trained at Petrus & Etude: 2020 Verdon Estate Proprietary Red Reserve no.5 Blueline Vineyards
  • por Greg Martellotto

Winemaker Trained at Petrus & Etude: 2020 Verdon Estate Proprietary Red Reserve no.5 Blueline Vineyards

CALLING to all our Orin Swift & Prisoner-style lovers!!!! We've got someone you need to...

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94 Point Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé: 2019 Chateau De Pressac Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé
  • por Greg Martellotto

94 Point Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé: 2019 Chateau De Pressac Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé

“So attractive now, but much better in 2025 and onwards.” Those words by James Suckling...

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94 Point Vintage ~Vinous Media: 2020 Maison la Berthaude Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes
  • por Greg Martellotto

94 Point Vintage ~Vinous Media: 2020 Maison la Berthaude Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes

  Let's get straight to the point – Châteauneuf-du-Pape holds a secret place in wine...

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99 Point Amarone The King of the Veneto: 2019 Luciano Arduini Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico
  • por Greg Martellotto

99 Point Amarone The King of the Veneto: 2019 Luciano Arduini Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico

  99 points! Yes, you read that correctly. An Amarone that's nearly perfect, and it's priced...

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One of My Favorite Wineries  Robert Parker: 2020 Beau Vigne 'Cult' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
  • por Greg Martellotto

One of My Favorite Wineries Robert Parker: 2020 Beau Vigne 'Cult' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

  Imagine finding a hidden treasure right in your backyard. That's what discovering the 2020...

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A Very Focused & Mineral Mercury James Suckling: 2020 Les Heritiers Saint-Genys Clos Marcilly 1er Cru Mercurey Blanc
  • por Greg Martellotto

A Very Focused & Mineral Mercury James Suckling: 2020 Les Heritiers Saint-Genys Clos Marcilly 1er Cru Mercurey Blanc

In the United States, the word monopoly doesn’t conjure up positive connotations. (Try to get...

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Multiple 90+ Scores Since 2008: 2019 Mazzei Philip Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana
  • por Greg Martellotto

Multiple 90+ Scores Since 2008: 2019 Mazzei Philip Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana

This wine is a total steal... Wine Advocate gave it 94 points, and gave Tenuta...

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2021 Perrin Dobbs Ace of Spaces Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon
  • por Greg Martellotto

2021 Perrin Dobbs Ace of Spaces Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

Do you know what Daou, Austin Hope, L’Aventure, Saxum, and Justin have in common (besides...

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Village-Level Bourgogne Rouge: 2020 Domaine Lejeune Pomard Les Trois Follots
  • por Greg Martellotto

Village-Level Bourgogne Rouge: 2020 Domaine Lejeune Pomard Les Trois Follots

Ah, the sleepy village of POMMARD, home to some of the most iconic Burgundy houses like Courcel (huge fan...

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Adventurous & Bold Cab Blend from Cult Winery: 2021 Shafer Vineyards TD-9 Napa Valley
  • por Greg Martellotto

Adventurous & Bold Cab Blend from Cult Winery: 2021 Shafer Vineyards TD-9 Napa Valley

If there’s a Napa Valley wine that deserves a standing ovation is today’s offer. This...

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