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Dog Point Vineyard Chardonnay 2022

Marlborough

August 15, 2025 - Several influential voices in the wine industry believe that in time Chardonnay may prove New Zealand's single highest achievement. All three of the Dog Point wines fermented in barrel are small in production, but the Chardonnay is the smallest, and and times indeed the most dazzling.

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Decanter - March 04, 2025 "Richly aromatic with notes of lemon meringue, grapefruit, white peach, oatmeal, sizzled butter, hazelnuts and a pretty lift of white flowers. While flinty reduction is a key aspect of Dog…

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Wine Advocate - June 05, 2025 "The 2022 Chardonnay leads with chamomile and yellow fruits, candlewax and forest floor. This is quite a beguiling wine to smell; it leads me down a path of white miso,…

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James Suckling - December 01, 2024 "Very beautiful with sliced cooked apples, pie crust, dried Meyer lemons and lemon curd. Hints of flint. Full-bodied and layered, thishas pretty phenolic tension and a flavorful, tangy finish. A…

Finca Decero Malbec 2022

Lujan de Cuyo

August 14, 2025 - Finca Decero Malbec is a standout from the renowned Remolinos Vineyard in Agrelo, Mendoza—a true single-vineyard, 100% estate wine, which is rare in Argentina. This Mendoza "Grand Cru" site produces a wine of exceptional quality, showcasing intense red fruit, floral violet aromas, and a balanced, refined structure. Finca Decero’s commitment to quality and detail has earned this wine critical acclaim, including a spot in Wine Spectator's Top 100, solidifying the estate's place among Argentina’s elite producers.

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James Suckling - "Ripe plum and strawberry fruit on the nose, combined with chocolate, roasted herbs and violets. Full-bodied, textural and plush, with ripe and broad tannins and a pretty herbal edge."

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Wine Enthusiast - July 01, 2025 "This Malbec is flavorful, fresh and medium-bodied. Full of blackberries, a light note of violets adds depth to the nose. The palate exhibits balanced dark fruit and toasted oak flavors."

Casisano Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Tuscany

August 08, 2025 - Casisano Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant, traditional-style wine from a mid-sized estate in the southern hills of Montalcino, nestled between Sant’ Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell’Abate. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, this wine is a true expression of Montalcino’s terroir, shaped by over 100 years of winemaking passion. The nose opens with floral and spicy aromas, leading to ripe cherry and plum flavors. Hints of dried herbs and earthy undertones provide depth, while vibrant acidity and fine tannins ensure a well-rounded, lasting finish.

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Wine Spectator - June 30, 2025 "Fresh and focused, exhibiting cherry, blood orange, eucalyptus, iron and spice notes. Firms up quickly, with the dense, fine-grained tannins offering lift, while the juicy acidity drives the spice- and…

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James Suckling - December 11, 2024 "Relatively light yet structured wine. Leafy and pistachio tones and fresh, floral aromas, such as roses and violets, with leather and black pepper. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and tight yet…

Sandrone ALESTE Barolo 2021

Barolo

August 08, 2025 - A combination of the names of Luciano Sandrone's grandchildren ALEssia and STEfano, ALESTE is the new name for Luciano's first wine, the Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which garnered early acclaim with the international trade and press. This single-vineyard wine is typically dense and concentrated, but shows incredible harmony and balance.

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Wine Spectator - August 06, 2025 "Though on the quiet side today, this Barolo features aromas and flavors of cherry, black currant, violet, mineral and wild herbs. Perfectly in balance with the bright acidity and refined…

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Vinous - January 08, 2025 "The 2021 Barolo Aleste is off-the-charts gorgeous. Vertical and explosive in the glass, with tremendous energy, the 2021 possesses unbelievable richness married to vibrant energy. Plum, black cherry, gravel, lavender…

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Wine Advocate - "With fruit from the Cannubi Boschis vineyard, the 2021 Barolo Aleste is a lavish and beautiful expression with dark fruit, spice, licorice, cola and blue flower. The house style is…

Sandrone ALESTE Barolo 2020

Barolo

August 08, 2025 - A combination of the names of Luciano Sandrone's grandchildren ALEssia and STEfano, ALESTE is the new name for Luciano's first wine, the Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which garnered early acclaim with the international trade and press. This single-vineyard wine is typically dense and concentrated, but shows incredible harmony and balance.

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Wine Advocate - April 04, 2024 "This is the full monty."

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Wine Spectator - July 16, 2024 "This red shows breadth to its cherry, plum, tar, eucalyptus and sweet spice flavors, with an accent of licorice. Walks a tightrope between power and elegance, with a well-integrated structure,…

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Vinous - November 01, 2023 "Aleste is a total charmer."

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Jeb Dunnuck - May 13, 2024 "Ripe and Structured "

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