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Chateau Leoville Poyferre 2021 Red Wine - France

The 2021 Léoville-Poyferré has developed into a fabulous wine. Surprisingly rich, the 2021 possesses notable depth. Kirsch, blood orange and wildflowers open first, lending a decidedly exotic, perfumed quality. On the palate, the 2021 is fleshy... more

Chateau Talbot 2020 Red Wine - France

Blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot This is a great Talbot, a real success for the château. Subtle and deft touches throughout, from the smoked turmeric notes that lace the black fruits to the finessed aromatics that... more

Chateau Talbot 2021 Red Wine - France

The 2021 Talbot is impeccable. Soft and inviting, the 2021 is absolutely charming. Red-fleshed fruit, blood orange, mint and spice are front and center. Although pretty easygoing in style, the 2021 is beautifully balanced and is not penalized by... more

Chateau Siran (Futures Pre-Sale) 2023 Red Wine - France

Château Siran is the result of a subtle blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, which reflects the identity of its terroir. The relatively high percentage of petit verdot brings a spicy note that reinforces the unique character of... more

Chateau Leoville Poyferre 6-Pack in Wood Case (Owc Futures Pre-Sale) 2023 - France

Blend: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot Wood case ships separately. The 2023 Léoville-Poyferré is positively stellar. Medium in body, vibrant and beautifully persistent, the 2023 is all class. It also signals... more

Matthews Winery Blackboard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Red Wine - Washington

Chocolate, spicy oak, and darker fruit notes in a forward, delicious, impeccably made style. Juicy, with lots of character. Pair with dishes with bold herb flavors, soft cheeses, robust sauces, and grilled steaks. Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11%... more

Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2003 Red Wine - France

Deep color with very ripe red fruit on the nose. On the palate, the vintage proves to be particularly rich, intense and smooth with very rounded tannins. Long persistent finish. Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit... more

Chateau Mouton Rothschild Le Petit Mouton 2021 Red Wine - France

This is surprisingly full-bodied and round, reflecting the warmth and sunny exposure of the vineyard around the chateau. Tangy and vivid with currants, fresh flowers and plenty of energy and length. Delicate yet ripe. 77% cabernet sauvignon, 19.5%... more

Tenuta di Trinoro Toscana Rosso 2008 Red Wine - Italy

A flagship wine, Tenuta di Trinoro is remarkably direct and appetizing, and yet it's made to last for decades. It is immediately riper and richer than red Bordeaux, benefiting as it does from the bright Tuscan sun, but is much more complex than... more

Chateau Lafite Rothschild 6-Pack in Wood Case (Owc Futures Pre-Sale) 2022 - France

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot Wood case ships separately. James Suckling A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so... more

Chateau Lafite Rothschild (Futures Pre-Sale) 2022 Red Wine - France

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so today with its purity and precision. It's... more

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte (Futures Pre-Sale) 2022 Red Wine - France

Blend: 3% Cabernet Franc, 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot Moving to the Grand Vin, the 2022 Château Smith Haut Lafitte checks in as 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot. This ripe, powerful,... more

Carruades de Lafite (Futures Pre-Sale) 2023 Red Wine - France

Very floral nose with exceptional complexity. On the palate, fine balance on the attack continues with good flavor expression before a fairly long finish with lovely structure, still lively and with a hint of oak. Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40%... more