2016

98 points Vinous"A beguiling mix of camphor and minty herbs, along with crushed stone, blows off slowly to reveal dark depths of black raspberry, licorice, autumnal spice and worn leather as the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli unfolds...

92 points Wine Spectator 91 points Vinous “Harvested botrytis-free at 90 Oechsle, this was stopped with a bit higher residual sugar and lower alcohol than its Spätlese counterparts, a decision based on the Merkelbachs’ assessment that...

97 points James Suckling"What an amazing nose with pure herbs coming to the fore, soon to be joined by fresh brambleberries, blueberries, violets, heather, lavender, pine needles and forest floor. Full body, chewy but incredibly fine tannins, and tons of...

Vinous Reverie NotesImporter: Corvers Kauter produces possibly the most "precise" wines that I have ever tasted.  Dr. Corvers apparently understands the complete potential of every parcel and then creates amazing expressiveness in all of his wines...

92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate"The 2016 Estate S.M.X. is a blend of 60% Syrah and 20% each of Xinomavro and Merlot, aged for 18 months in new French barriques. It comes in at 14.2% alcohol. Gorgeously constructed, this has silky texture,...

94 points James Suckling"This is a vivacious and very attractive, ripe Pauillac with aromas of ripe red plums, cherries and blackberries on offer. The palate has a plush, refined and suave array of very attractive, fine but dense tannins and the rich...

93 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate"The resulting wine is floral, mineral, complex and integrated. There is some herbal freshness, and the palate is quite light and insinuating. All the wines here have high acidity, which makes them very vibrant and...

92 points Vinous 91 points Wine Spectator Vinous Reverie NotesImporter: There is a beautiful and timeless quality to the architecture of Anjou. Anchored by Angers in the west and Saumur further to the east, the buildings of this area are wonderfully...

93 points Wine Enthusiast"The smallest of Trisaetum's estate vineyards, Wichman seems to improve with every vintage. This is beautifully detailed, with hints of honey to its poached pear, peach and apple flavors. Tangy acidity leaves a cinnamon-like...

98 points James SucklingThis is a superb baby Noval that reminds me of the 1966. Chewy yet so polished. The light sweetness suggests an overall dialing back of the sugar content. Stemmy and lightly green. A truly classic Noval. Almost all from Pinhao...

95 points Guia Penin"Bright cherry. Balsamic, sweet spices, wild herbs, mineral. Good acidity, fruity, fresh." Vinous Reverie NotesA magnificent example of the work being done by Jiménez Landi winery, Piélago is also one of the...

93 points Falstaff"Black cherry and cassis, blueberry compote. A very clear fruit. Some herbs with air. Completely transparent in the mouth, not a gram of fat too much, grainy tannins coupled with lime minerals, immense density, juicy background, great...