The 2020 Branaire-Ducru was so alluring en primeur, but is very shy today. That said, some of that youthful exuberance has given way to the characteristic Brainaire finesse. Dark red cherry, spice, grilled herbs, menthol and licorice emerge, but only w...
The 2018 Syrah Motor City Kitty Oldfield-Boushey Vineyard is all Syrah from the highest section of the Boushey Vineyard, on the western side of the Yakima Valley. It's always one of the best values out there. The 2018 sports a dense purple/plum color as w...
A climat that has sometimes been blended into a generic premier cru chez Bouchard, the 2020 Volnay 1er Cru Chevret certainly merits a solo performance. Mingling aromas of sweet berries and cherries with hints of rose petals and loamy soil, it's medium to ...
“Black tea, blackberry, redcurrant and sage on the nose. Full-bodied with fine, tight tannins. Bright acidity lifts up the dark-fruit profile and brings energy and drive to the lengthy palate. Ground spice and dark chocolate turn the experience savory by ...