Tenuta Castiglioni Castiglioni Chianti 2023
Chianti DOC
July 02, 2025 - Castiglioni Chianti is a soft, elegant wine with lively floral notes of violet and rose, complementing its fruity core. The smooth tannic texture leads to a rich, satisfying finish. With Sangiovese at its heart and small amounts of Merlot, this wine reflects the unique terroir of the Val di Pesa, offering a well-defined character and a pleasantly fruity profile.
James Suckling - January 17, 2025
Château de La Chaize Brouilly 2022
Beaujolais
June 26, 2025 - A blend of select vineyard sites owned by Chaize, situated around the historic Château. Capturing the essence of Brouilly Cru du Beaujolais, known for its ideal granite soil for Gamay, this wine delights with a harmonious blend of complexity and fruity aromas, showcasing the terroir's finesse.
James Suckling - May 17, 2024 “A fragrant and delightful Brouilly that's juicy and subtle. Elegant, medium-bodied palate. Lively acidity and soft tannins for the 2022 vintage. The aromas and the balance are fantastic."
E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde 2020
Côte-Rôtie
June 23, 2025 - Guigal is synonymous with the Côte-Rôtie area, for bringing this great wine region to prominence, and for owning three times as much land as next largest land-owner, vinifying 1/3 of the total appellation, and unquestionably holding the finest sites in this tiny, special area. The incredible Syrah from this area, co-fermented with a touch of Viognier, has tremendously balanced concentration, depth and finesse.
Wine Spectator - March 28, 2024
Jeb Dunnuck - April 26, 2024 "2020 Côte Rôtie Brune Et Blonde is a winner, and readers could do much worse than a case of this in the cellar. Ripe black raspberries, spring flowers, smoke, and…
E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Chateau d’Ampuis 2020
Cote-Rotie
June 23, 2025 - E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Château d’Ampuis is a standout expression of the appellation and a nod to the Guigal family's legacy. Sourced from seven top lieu-dits on both the Côte Brune and Côte Blonde and aged 38 months in new oak, it rivals the LaLas in quality. The wine is named for historic château dating back to the 11th century, restored by Marcel Guigal after he purchased it in 1995. Reviving the estate’s name, the Guigals crafted a wine that reflects both their signature style and the enduring prestige of Côte-Rôtie.
Jeb Dunnuck - "Blackberries, bacon fat, violets, game, and smoked meat all emerge from the 2020 Côte Rôtie Château D'Ampuis, a stunning, concentrated Côte Rôtie that has everything you'd expect. Based on 93%…
Ornellaia Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2022
Toscana IGT
June 23, 2025 - Le Volte dell’Ornellaia combines a Mediterranean expression of generosity with structure and complexity, reflecting the philosophy of Ornellaia. It represents the first step into the Ornellaia family, and is an ideal wine for everyday enjoyment.
Wine Spectator - April 17, 2024 "A fresh, expressive red, this also exhibits tension, lending energy to its black currant, cherry, licorice and cedar flavors. Graphite and salty accents add detail to the long, tightly-wound finish."