2009 Wine Spectator - Top 100
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2005 Renato Ratti Barolo Marcenasco (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
This fabulous Nebbiolo displays aromas of very ripe strawberry and cappuccino. Full-bodied, with supervelvety tannins and incre... Read More
2006 Fontodi Toscana Centrale Flaccianello Della Pieve (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Shows excellent color and richness for a Sangiovese, with aromas of sultana, coffee, toasty oak and vanilla bean. Full-bodied, ... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Antonio Galloni - The 2006 Flaccianello della Pieve (Sangiovese) is just as phenomenal as it was when I tasted it fro... Read More
2006 Saxum Syrah Blend Broken Stones (750ml - Full Bottle)
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The 2006 Broken Stones (63% Syrah, 24% Grenache, and 13% Mourvedre) blew me away. An inky/purple color and a dazzling, explosiv... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Offers waves of ripe, exotic dark berry fruit, with wild berry, raspberry and blackberry jam notes that are full-bodied, rich a... Read More
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Ruby with a bright rim. Wild, pungent aromas of spicy red and dark berries, olive, incense and fruitcake. Surprisingly lithe on... Read More
2006 Fattoria Di Felsina Toscana Fontalloro (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Chocolate, blackberry and black cherry aromas lead to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a deep concentration of fr... Read More
2006 Fattoria Di Felsina Toscana Fontalloro (1.5 Liter - Magnum Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Chocolate, blackberry and black cherry aromas lead to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a deep concentration of fr... Read More
2006 Fattoria Di Felsina Toscana Fontalloro (375ml - Half Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Chocolate, blackberry and black cherry aromas lead to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a deep concentration of fr... Read More
2007 Two Hands Shiraz Bella's Garden (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Ripe, fleshy and generous, but not nearly over the top, with gorgeous cherry, pomegranate, black olive and bay leaf flavors arc... Read More
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Bright purple. Explosively perfumed bouquet of raspberry, blueberry, spicecake, potpourri and anise, with a subtle mocha undert... Read More
2004 Frescobaldi Brunello Di Montalcino Castelgiocondo (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Shows a complex nose of blackberry, tanned leather, sandalwood and cedar. Fascinating. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and... Read More
2007 Carlisle Winery Syrah Russian River Valley Papa's Block (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
This gorgeous Syrah has amazing complexity, depth and concentration, gushing with pure, rich wild berry, blackberry and boysenb... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Bigger, richer, and fuller is the 2007 Syrah Papa’s Block, a gorgeous, full-bodied effort displaying roasted coffee, blackberry... Read More
1999 Argyle Brut Extended Tirage (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Elegant, with very fine bubbles and complex spice, coffee, pear and toast aromas and flavors that are poised against lacy acidi... Read More
2006 Hall Vineyards Cabernet Kathryn Hall (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins, yet the core currant and blackberry flavors and... Read More
The Wine News:
Intense black-garnet hue. Attractive, fruit-driven bouquet emitting fresh black cherry and blueberry with hints of flint, charc... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
Outstanding for its purity, and the incredibly fine tannins, not to mention the compelling flavors. Black and red cherries, cur... Read More
2006 Hall Vineyards Cabernet Kathryn Hall (375ml - Half Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins, yet the core currant and blackberry flavors and... Read More
The Wine News:
Intense black-garnet hue. Attractive, fruit-driven bouquet emitting fresh black cherry and blueberry with hints of flint, charc... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
Outstanding for its purity, and the incredibly fine tannins, not to mention the compelling flavors. Black and red cherries, cur... Read More
2006 Hall Vineyards Cabernet Kathryn Hall (1.5 Liter - Magnum Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins, yet the core currant and blackberry flavors and... Read More
The Wine News:
Intense black-garnet hue. Attractive, fruit-driven bouquet emitting fresh black cherry and blueberry with hints of flint, charc... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
Outstanding for its purity, and the incredibly fine tannins, not to mention the compelling flavors. Black and red cherries, cur... Read More
2005 Penfolds Shiraz St. Henri (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Aromatic, complex and silky, slipping in its gorgeous blackberry, currant and plum fruit against a seething background of toast... Read More
2006 Rodney Strong Chardonnay Reserve (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Wonderful perfumed aromas fold over to the palate, which is full-bodied and ultrarich without being heavy, delivering tiers of ... Read More
Connoisseurs' Guide:
Further evidence of the paradigm shift that is taking place in the making of California Chardonnay can be found in this stunnin... Read More
2007 La Massa Toscana Giorgio Primo (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins, yet the core currant and blackberry flavors and... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Antonio Galloni - The 2007 Giorgio Primo (from barrel) is 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot aged i... Read More
2008 Brancott Sauvignon Blanc Reserve Marlborough (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
This is crisp, offering a lively mouthful of peach-accented grapefruit and mineral flavors, all hanging on effortlessly through... Read More
2007 Chalone Chardonnay (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Exhibits a complex mix of subtle pear, mineral, pleasant earthy notes and floral scents. Tight and full-bodied, ending with a l... Read More
2007 Sette Ponti Toscana Crognolo (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Beautiful aromas of dried cherry, plum and blackberry, with hints of dark chocolate. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins and ... Read More
2007 Bodega Colome Malbec Estate (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
This Argentine red is quite ripe, with nearly exotic plum sauce, braised fig and crushed blueberry notes rolled together, while... Read More
2006 Viticcio Chianti Classico Riserva (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Fabulous aromas of blackberry, dark chocolate and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with supersilky tannins and a... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Antonio Galloni - The estate’s 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva is a rich sensual wine bursting with sour dark cherries,... Read More
2008 Yalumba Viognier Eden Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Smooth and creamy, the polished texture supporting an explosive range of lemon meringue, pear, pineapple and spice flavors that... Read More
2007 Kumeu Chardonnay Estate (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Kumeu River and Michael Brajkovich MW have both become synonymous with New Zealand’s finest Chardonnay from just outside Auckla... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Neal Martin - The 2007 Estate Chardonnay has a wonderful nose that has you instantly hooked, capturing the essence of... Read More
2005 Royal Tokaji Wine Company Tokay Aszu 5 Puttonyos Red Label (1/2 Liter Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Slight oxidation adds nutty accents and an iodine note to this sinewy dessert white. There's not a lot of flesh, yet this is in... Read More
2007 Orin Swift Zinfandel Blend The Prisoner (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Offers both style and structure, with lively aromas of black raspberry, cracked pepper and mocha, with plush and layered flavor... Read More
Winery Notes:
The 2007 blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of... Read More
2007 Orin Swift Zinfandel Blend The Prisoner (1.5 Liter - Magnum Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Offers both style and structure, with lively aromas of black raspberry, cracked pepper and mocha, with plush and layered flavor... Read More
Winery Notes:
The 2007 blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of... Read More
2007 Orin Swift Zinfandel Blend the Prisoner (3 Liter - Double Magnum)
Wine Spectator:
Offers both style and structure, with lively aromas of black raspberry, cracked pepper and mocha, with plush and layered flavor... Read More
Winery Notes:
The 2007 blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of... Read More
2007 Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir Hemel-En-Aarde Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Bold, aromatic and ripe, but very elegant, with racy acidity providing the ground wire for the rich black cherry, bramble, ince... Read More
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Moderately saturated medium red. Complex, highly aromatic nose combines vibrant red berries, incense, cherry, flowers, spices, ... Read More
2006 Mas Doix Proprietary Blend Priorat Salanques (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A plush texture carries rich flavors of brandied cherry, dark chocolate, cocoa and mountain herbs in this expressive red. The t... Read More
2006 Peter Lehmann Shiraz (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Ripe and round, this is generous with its smoky cherry and black currant flavors, persisting against mildly grippy tannins to c... Read More
2007 Trimbach Riesling (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
This subtle Riesling offers a finely woven mix of white peach and crushed pine needle flavors, with hints of brine and smoke. T... Read More
2008 Provenance Sauvignon Blanc (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Key lime, passion fruit, melon and nectarine flavors are ripe, juicy and fleshy, with great intensity, a vivid acidity and terr... Read More
2006 Vina Santa Rita Cabernet Medalla Real Special Reserve (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A ripe, concentrated Chilean red, with a broad swath of macerated currant, fig paste, espresso, loam and black licorice notes a... Read More
2007 Red Car Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Focused on a core of black cherry and blackberry fruit that's medium- to full-bodied, complex and spicy. Smooth-textured, with ... Read More
2006 Spring Valley Red Blend (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Smooth and focused, with a cigar box character to make the ripe blackberry and currant fruit more interesting, finishing with p... Read More
2006 Monte Antico Sangiovese-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Bright plum, dried cherry and flowers on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and refined berry and cherry flavors. Drink now. Read More
2008 Loosen Riesling Qba Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Dr. L (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A lively, appealing auslese of great clarity, featuring passion fruit, pineapple and mineral flavors. Already delicious, yet sh... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Sleek and tangy, showing apricot, lime and mango flavors matched to a lively structure. There's nice harmony and persistence th... Read More
2006 Concha Y Toro Carmenere Terrunyo Peumo Vineyard Block 27 (750ml - Full Bottle)
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller- The red wines start with the saturated purple 2006 Carmenere Peumo Vineyard Block 27. The nose offers up ... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Dark in profile, with plum and currant fruit, but very pure, with silky tannins and a long, stylish finish that lets incense, s... Read More
2006 Leoville Barton (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
There's a great dark color to this, with intense aromas of cedar, wood, new leather and crushed blackberry. Full-bodied, with l... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
This classically made, dense purple-hued wine exhibits enormous potential, but currently it is forebodingly backward, dense, an... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Neal Martin - The nose is closed at the moment, but gradually unfurls to reveal some lovely brambly fruit, cedar, blu... Read More
2006 Paloma Merlot Spring Mountain District (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Plush, ripe and elegant, with fragrant currant, caramel and olive aromas and supple, beautifully layered plum, cedar and loamy,... Read More
2008 Bernard Griffin White Riesling (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Light, refreshing and off-dry, with pretty peach, pineapple and floral aromas and flavors, echoing enticingly. Nicely knit. Dri... Read More
2007 Peter Michael Winery Chardonnay Ma Belle Fille (750ml - Full Bottle)
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The 2007 Chardonnay Ma Belle Fille ratchets up the level of performance. The good news is that there are just under 2,800 cases... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Deliciously complex, with a rich, elegant, layered presentation of citrus-infused green apple, spice and toasty oak. Subtle hon... Read More
2007 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A sleek, polished style, with alluring mocha and raspberry ganache notes leading the way, backed by dark plum, hoisin sauce and... Read More
2006 Magnificent Wine Company Syrah the Originals (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Smooth, polished and wide-open in texture, with gorgeous plum and blueberry fruit getting added nuances from hints of Indian sp... Read More
2008 Jacob's Creek Riesling South Australia Reserve (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Tart and lively, offering a mouthwatering style that delivers a nice hit of green apple and lime flavor, persisting nicely. Dri... Read More
2008 Chapoutier Cotes Du Roussillon-Villages Les Vignes De Bila-Haut (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A muscular red, with concentrated flavors of dark cherry, plum, raspberry tart and grilled fig. The dense finish of dark chocol... Read More
2007 Clos La Coutale Cahors (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
There's a sense of elegance to the well-defined, concentrated flavors of dark cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by notes of... Read More
2008 King Estate Pinot Gris (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Bright and lively, brimming with lemon meringue, golden raisin and green tea character. Finishes with zip. Drink now. Read More
Gloria Ferrer Brut (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Lively and fun to drink, with creamy Asian pear and citrus aromas that lead to crisp, easygoing apple, yeasty cinnamon and mine... Read More
2008 Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio Collio (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Apple pie, mineral, piecrust and ripe mango aromas. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a lively finish. Drink now. Read More
2007 Argiano Non Confunditur Toscana (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Offers an interesting combination of currant, raspberry and meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a spicy dried... Read More
2008 D'Arenberg Shiraz the Stump Jump (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Ripe and open-textured, this is impressive for the way it packs in the cherry, blackberry and raspberry flavors and keeps its f... Read More
2007 Mas Du Soleilla Coteaux Du Languedoc Les Bartelles (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A big, rich and ripe red, with a meaty aroma that leads to intense mocha and dark chocolate notes. Hints of cream, dark cherry ... Read More
2007 Perrin & Fils Cotes Du Rhone Vinsobres Les Cornuds (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Very pure, with superracy red cherry, raspberry and violet notes that stretch out through the lengthy, graphite-filled finish. ... Read More
1990 R. Lopez De Heredia Vina Tondonia Blanco Reserva (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Brioche, chamomile and dried pear flavors are rich and expressive in this polished white. Silky and fresh on the palate, with a... Read More
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Pale copper-yellow color. Exotically perfumed bouquet of dried pear, floral honey, vanilla bean, truffle, toasted hazelnut and ... Read More
2007 Four Vines Zinfandel The Biker (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator :
Ripe and gutsy, but there's enough finesse and personality to make it a complete package. Aromas of wild berry and white pepper... Read More
2007 Tohu Pinot Noir Marlborough (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Lithe, medium-weight, generous and appealing for the coffee nuances that swirl through the plum and currant fruit, remaining vi... Read More
2007 Brundlmayer Gruner Veltliner Berg Vogelsang (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
A powerful and racy style, with notes of anise, citrus, glazed apricot and spice. Very stony and minerally, with notes of chamo... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, David Schildknecht - Brundlmayer’s 2007 Gruner Veltliner Berg Vogelsang displays unusual depth and minerality this ye... Read More
Louis Roederer Brut Premier (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine News:
Pale gold hue with driving bubbles and a full mousse. Fresh aromas of multi-grain bread with ginger, toffee and vanilla accents... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Light and lively, featuring apple, toast, ginger and light vanilla flavors. Balanced and on the dry side, with a creamy texture... Read More
Louis Roederer Brut Premier (1.5 Liter - Magnum Bottle)
Wine News:
Pale gold hue with driving bubbles and a full mousse. Fresh aromas of multi-grain bread with ginger, toffee and vanilla accents... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Light and lively, featuring apple, toast, ginger and light vanilla flavors. Balanced and on the dry side, with a creamy texture... Read More
2006 Ducru-Beaucaillou (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Very perfumed and beautiful, showing blackberry and raspberry aromas, with hints of vanilla. Deep and complex. Full-bodied, wit... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
This classic, backward, tannic St.-Julien is made in the style of the 1996 and 1986. The 2006 Ducru Beaucaillou possesses a den... Read More
2006 Ducru-Beaucaillou (1.5 Liter - Magnum Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Very perfumed and beautiful, showing blackberry and raspberry aromas, with hints of vanilla. Deep and complex. Full-bodied, wit... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
This classic, backward, tannic St.-Julien is made in the style of the 1996 and 1986. The 2006 Ducru Beaucaillou possesses a den... Read More
2007 Evening Land Vineyards Pinot Noir Seven Springs Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills (750ml - Full Bottle)
Wine Spectator:
Bright and juicy, with lively acidity and a streak of distinctive minerality running through the raspberry and floral flavors, ... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2007 Pinot Noir Estate Seven Springs Vineyard spent 14 months in 33% new French oak. Dark ruby-color... Read More
2006 Emilio Moro Ribera Del Duero Tinto (750ml - Full Bottle)
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Opaque ruby. Brooding cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by smoked meat, minerals and anise. Sappy dark berry flavor... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2006 Emilio Moro was aged in French and American oak for 12 months. It has a superb bouquet of smoke... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Ripe cherry, fig pudding, vanilla and spice flavors mingle in this firm, lively red. There's plenty of structure, but the red f... Read More
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