What makes a good Riesling great? For some it's a combination of vibrant acidity, good weight on the palate, a balance of fruit and sweetness, and a mouth watering finish. Generally, we're happy with two or three out of... Read More
A malty sweetness dominates the aroma along with a dry bread accent. Light fruits develop in the flavor, derived from the malt offering, in addition to the light hops. With its low carbonation this brew has a wonderful mouthfeel... Read More
"Catena Zapata Estiba Reservada 2005 has a deep violet colour with red ruby hues. The nose is intense, with complex cedar, ripe red cassis, tobacco and sweet spice. On the palate, a sweet, soft entry leads to a rich wine packed... Read More
With vineyards planted only ten years ago, Garzon has picked up numerous Wine Spectator Top 100s and was voted New World Winery of the Year by the Wine Enthusiast (2018), when they attracted top talent Alberto Antonini, one of... Read More
There's better integration of the oak and better balance, harmony and elegance in the 2021 Privada Family Blend. It was produced with 40% Malbec and 30% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from vineyards in Luján de... Read More
The 2022 Cabernet Franc Palo Santo from the Uco Valley has a pure, fruity nose of fresh cherry, plum and hints of herb with gentle pyrazine and black tea notes. Compact with a fruity expression, juicy flow and firm, refined tannins,... Read More
Bodegas URQO is a boutique winery in Mendoza, Argentina, producing elegant and stylish wines that have caught the eye of two of the top critics in South America: James Suckling and Joaquín Hidalgo from Vinous Media. Their... Read More
An intense purplish red. It presents attractive aromas of violets and plum with hints of mint and blackberry. The tannins are reactive and grippy but finely grained so that they combine well with the precise, juicy freshness to... Read More
Deep and sweet, Tres Picos Borsao is cherry red in colour with a hint of purple tones. In the nose, there is a boundless bouquet of mature red fruits with traces of flowers that are typical of the best Garnachas. In the mouth,... Read More
92 Points from the Wine Enthusiast with an Under $10 price, the Goru Gold is hands down one of our top red wines of the year! A stunning blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from estate vineyards in Jumilla, critics have been... Read More
Dark ruby violet-colored in the glass, this wine has enticing aromas of orange peel, milk chocolate and black raspberry. Plush tannins and bright acidity wake up your mouth to flavors of ripe cherry, cranberry, anise frond and... Read More
The 2020 Crianza is 94% Tempranillo and 6% Garnacha sourced from Rioja Alta and Alavesa. Aged for 13 months in French and American oak barrels, this garnet-colored wine features a black fruit nose with sour cherry and oaky notes.... Read More
94-96 Points from The Wine Spectator in five consecutive vintages, including a Top 100 (#26 of 2018) no other $25 wine has enjoyed such success! Crafted from high elevation vineyards in Spain's Ribera del Duero, Valderiz is... Read More
Fragrant white exuding peaches, pineapple, lychees and rose petals. Very fresh, medium-bodied, with pure fresh fruit character and bright acidity.Drink now. James Suckling, 90 Points
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As with all Boekenhoutskloof blends, percentages may vary from year to year but the components stay the same. Deciding on the perfect blendis always interesting and challenging. This year Grenache Blanc played... Read More
Deeply extracted cherry and bright cassis arrest the senses, holding captive on both the nose and the palate. Swiftly followed by red currant jam and black pepper, the supple mouthfeel fills out this full-bodied wine. Toasty coconut... Read More