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Expert Reviews

98 points James Suckling | Richly complex nose of spiced yellow plums, brioche, toasted lemons, butterscotch, baked apples, strawberries, coffee cream, praline, earthy mushroom and truffle hints. It’s creamy, layered and generous, with soft bubbles. Complex toasty and spicy elements carry through to a long finish. Opulence and sophistication. Single parcel pinot noir, 100% vinified in oak barrels. No malo. 1g/l dosage. Drink now or hold.  

98 Points Vinous | The 2005 Brut Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is sublime. Silky and understated, the 2005 is a model of class. The mousse alone is utterly captivating. Dried pear, gentle hints of spice, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that grace the 2005. In this vintage, Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is quite soft and medium in body, a Champagne of refinement more than power. Orchard fruit, white flowers and bright saline undertones frame the long, very pure finish. 

95 Points Wine Advocate | Disgorged at the end of 2019 with a dosage of one gram per liter, Billecart-Salmon’s 2005 Brut Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is the eighth edition (the release sequence is 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2006 and 2005; Mathieu Roland-Billecart released this vintage after the 2006, to give it more time to mature in bottle.) This 100% Pinot Noir from the single vineyard in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ has a bright, vibrant, fresh nose of orchard fruits, dried fruits, nuts, pastry and spices. The palate is tense, delicate and medium-bodied and evokes notes of white pepper and chalk with a saline finish and a gently bitter aftertaste due to the vintage. It's a little more austere than the 2006 vintage but precise and crystalline. 

Jancis Robinson 17.5 Points | From the walled vineyard behind Billecart's HQ in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ planted exclusively with Pinot Noir. It was all vinified in oak. Apparently 'this micro cuve´e will pair wonderfully with a wild turbot and Burmese coffee'. The label is made of cherry wood sourced from sustainable forests. Each individual wooden label is distinguished by differences in grain and colour, making each bottle unique. Full of life on the nose and richly textured on the palate. Thoroughly satisfying wine with quite a bit of body that reaches every crevice of the palate. Firm, savoury finish. A serious, dense champagne for the table. 

Producer Description 

WhistlePig The Beholden 21 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey, a distinguished and exquisite expression from the esteemed WhistlePig Distillery. Crafted with precision and aged to perfection for 21 years, this single malt whiskey is a testament to the distillery's dedication to quality and craftsmanship.

The Beholden boasts a rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of caramel, honey, oak, and subtle spice. Its smooth and velvety texture delivers a drinking experience that is both luxurious and indulgent, making it a true delight for whiskey connoisseurs.

Presented in a sophisticated bottle adorned with the iconic WhistlePig branding, The Beholden is a true collector's item. Whether enjoyed neat or as the foundation for classic cocktails, this single malt whiskey promises an unparalleled drinking experience that is sure to impress.

Raise a glass to tradition, excellence, and the enduring legacy of WhistlePig with The Beholden 21 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey. Cheers to great taste and unforgettable moments! 

Winemaker Description

Sparkling Moscato at it's finest! It has a lovely sweetness that is balanced by fine bubbles and fresh acidity. Drink it chilled, on its own, or with whatever you're cooking for dinner!
  

Producer Description 

The El Tesoro 85th Anniversary Extra Añejo Tequila is not just a drink; it's a celebration of heritage and passion. Crafted to commemorate the 85th anniversary of La Alteña, the home of El Tesoro, this limited edition tequila encapsulates the spirit of two family legacies. In collaboration with Jim Beam Master Distiller Fred Noe, this unique expression is aged in Booker's 30th-anniversary barrels for over three years, resulting in a tequila that is as rich in history as it is in flavor—a perfect homage to the traditions and craftsmanship that have defined El Tesoro for decades.

Every El Tesoro 85th Anniversary Extra Añejo Tequila sip takes you on a sensory journey. The nose greets you with the essence of cooked agave, intertwined with notes of cherries, seasoned oak, leather, spices, and sweet hints of molasses, vanilla, toffee, and maple syrup. The palate is a complex blend of sweet licorice, blackberries, oak, almonds, banana, tobacco, spices, coffee, caramel, and pepper. This tequila offers an exquisite balance of sweetness and depth, making each tasting a memorable experience.

The Legacy in Every Bottle: A Collector's Dream

This extraordinary tequila is not only a beverage but a collector's dream. Its long, creamy finish with a touch of spices leaves a lasting impression, inviting connoisseurs to savor every drop. The El Tesoro 85th Anniversary Extra Añejo Tequila is a tribute to the art of tequila making and a must-have for those who value the finer things in life. Whether enjoyed on special occasions or as a prized addition to any collection, this tequila is a testament to the enduring legacy of El Tesoro.

Producer Description 

Our special rose water edition, brings an African floral expression to the range. Bayab African Rose gin combines botanicals, such as baobab fruit, African rose petals, Rose water, coriander and sea salt, resulting in a slightly sweeter and floral gin. 

Producer Description 

Tomintoul Tlàth is the result of a very careful selection of individual casks. The hand-chosen collection consists of whiskies of various ages matured in first-class American oak bourbon barrels. It serves as an entry point to the core range representing great value for money. A light and creamy palate. Lively white pepper and some oak-driven spiciness dance on the tongue with background layers of nutmeg and toasted vanilla. A spicy finish with notes of shortbread and fresh mint.

Expert Reviews

Wine Spectator 96 Points:  A gorgeous blond bombshell of a Champagne, fragrant with roasted hazelnut, vanilla and smoke notes that waft through layers of poached pear and quince, pastry cream, pain d'épices and candied ginger. This is sculpted by a vibrant acidity that's seamlessly knit to the plush, silky mousse and chalky underpinning.

Wine Advocate 95 Points:  The 2012 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne is showing beautifully out of the gates, offering up demonstrative aromas of sweet golden orchard fruit, buttery croissants, peach and hazelnuts. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and enveloping, it's a rich, textural, vinous Comtes somewhat reminiscent of the brilliant 2002. If it gains in tension and cut (as the 2002 did and as I suspect the 2012 will) with more time on cork, it will make this initial rating seem conservative.

James Suckling 99 Points:  This is a fantastic and refined Blanc de Blancs. So layered and complex, with lemon curd, chalk, hazelnuts, pastries, baked apples and almond croissants. Structured and tightly wound, with almost imperceptible bubbles. Delicious salty notes at the end. Beautiful.

Producer Description 

Intense, powerful and well-balanced. Some salty notes with hints of dried fruits and exotic spices.

The Landier family traces their winegrowing roots in the region back to 1890, when Rémi's grandfather Julien Girard settled in the town of Cors and planted his first vines. Throughout the 1900s, the family continued to grow their vineyards and began work on the distillery; in 1973 the Rémi Landier brand was launched by his son, Jean-Yves.

Today, the Cognac house is still family-owned and managed by its fifth generation, Géraldine Landier.

PM Spirits founder Nicolas Palazzi, aka Captain Cognac, met Géraldine some years ago while she was working for European spirit purveyors extraordinaire La Maison du Whisky. While traveling in France, Nicolas was introduced to Géraldine by good friend and master cooper Jean-Noel Pelletan.

Sensing a forward-thinking open-mindedness, Nicolas stayed in touch with Géraldine who eventually moved from Paris back to Cognac to help run the family business. When we first began brainstorming producers with whom to work with on COLLAB releases, Rémi Landier was a no-brainer.

These releases represent the start of something new and pay homage to a Cognac house which has, since its inception, shared the same values and ethos that PM Spirits was built on.

This VSOP Cognac was aged for over five years in a combination of used French oak and toasted, new French Oak barrels. It is a single terroir Fins Bois Cognac with no additives, bottled exclusively for PM Spirits and the US market. Producer Description. 

Producer Description 

Matured in French oak casks for at least 20 years, Remi Landier XO Artisanal Cognac is a blend of Fins Bois eaux-de-vie that has aromas of violet, honeysuckle and dried apricots on the nose. The palate offers notes of orange, cinnamon, oak, gingerbread and summer flowers. 

Winemaker Description

The estate is situated in Ramat Raziel, west of Jerusalem. It is produced in the "Methode Traditionelle". Brut Nature - Zero Dosage. 

Bottled by Domaine Du Castel. It is a dry wine.

Winemaker Description

Deep and ruby red color. Intense and fruity notes of ripe red fruits and sweet spices. Strong personality, harmonious structure and well-complexed tannins, with a long finish.

This wine pairs well with red meats, seasoned pecorino cheese and steak. 

Winemaker Description 

Delicate profile, floral with notes of citrus, a hint of pineapple and banana. Fresh taste, pleasantly acidic with a long finish. 

Straw yellow with greenish reflections. Delicate profile, floral with notes of citrus, a hint of pineapple and banana. Fresh taste, pleasantly acidic with a long finish.

This light, refreshing Bianco Toscana is a versatile and very drinkable wine to complement many dishes and to capture the heart.

Ideal as an aperitif or to accompany fish and vegetables.

Winemaker Description

Finger Lakes native Nathan Kendall studied wine making in cool-climate regions around the world, including New Zealand, Germany, and Oregon, before returning to the shores of Seneca Lake in 2011 to start his eponymous winery. Aside from making stunning Riesling, Kendall also dabbles in this region’s other exciting variety, Cabernet Franc. This bottle really showcases the wonderful inherent qualities of the grape. It's bright and peppery with a citrus tinge and berry aromas on the nose.

The palate is lean but well-balanced with ripe fruit and a solid acidity that holds everything together. This is classic Finger Lakes Cab Franc and it’s delicious. Winemaker Description. 

Producer Description 

Dos Artes Joven Ceramic Tequila Release A small batch production of Plata with a blend of selected barrels. 2022 Limited Edition 15,000 bottles.

Agave: Highlands, Jalisco
Agave Cooking: Autoclave
Fermentation: Natural, hybrid classical music effect
Distillation: Alambique Master

Distiller: Leon Banuelos From the Tequila Trés Mujéres distillery in Amatitán, the Dos Artes line is a small-batch line of Tequila bottled in beautiful, hand-painted ceramic bottles, each bottle taking several hours to produce.

Expert Reviews

Neal Martin of Vinous writes 91 Points | The 2019 Greysac presents a well-defined nose of blackberry, cedar and graphite scents that unfurl with aeration. The medium-bodied palate offers sappy black fruit and fine depth. Quite supple in the mouth, with a pure, caressing finish that belies its backbone. Very fine. Drink: 2025-2045. (v. 2019). 

Antonio Galloni of Vinous writes 90 Points | The 2019 Greysac is a super-expressive, savory Médoc loaded with personality. Dried herbs, mint, tobacco, cedar and licorice all grace this wonderfully inviting, mid-weight offering. Pretty floral accents lift the finish nicely. The 2019 has turned out beautifully. Drink: 2024-2039. (v. 2019).

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points | Deep ruby/purple-hued, the 2019 Château Greysac offers up solid aromatics of red and black cherries, leafy herbs, cedar, and spicy oak. These carry to a medium-bodied Médoc that has wonderful overall balance, ripe tannins, and a great mid-palate. It's an outstanding effort well worth enjoying over the coming 10-12 years or so. Drink: 2022-2034. (v. 2019).

Georgina Hindle o Decanter writes 90 Points | Ripe bramble fruits on the nose. Tannic grip from the start, filling the mouth completely but they have a lovely quality to them - soft and silky. Blackcurrant fruit fills the palate with pencil lead, slate and clove spicing. Feels like good quality with restraint and refinement. Give it some time or a good airing. Drinking Window: 2023-2030.(v. 2019).

Winemaker Description 

An elegant and feminine Riesling with fine fruit of ripe lemon, apricot and pineapple. Juicy and harmonious on the palate, with charming acidity and a fine floral finish. 

Producer Description 

Sambuca is produced by the infusion of elder bush and licorice, sweetened with sugar and enhanced with a secret combination of herbs and spices. Romana Black is a unique blend of essences derived from Sambucus Nigra berries and star Anise. 

Producer Description 

In the Creme de Cassis de Dijon tradition, the Creme de fruits range is dedicated to lovers of variety and different flavours. They are all produced using the same methods as the original creme, a guarantee of quality and the commitment of Maison Boudier.

This raspberry liqueur adds subtle embellishments to your aperitifs, wines and Champagnes, and a more colorful taste. 

Producer Description 

Parker’s Heritage Collection Double Barreled Blend consists of 67% 13-year-old bourbon, aged on the 5th, 6th, and 7th floors of Rickhouse Q. The bourbon then underwent a secondary maturation in newly charred level #3 barrels for an additional month. 

The bourbon was then blended with 33% 15-year-old bourbon from the 2nd and 5th floors of Rickhouse II. The age of the blended bourbon definitely brings back memories of Promise of Hope and the 11 Year Single Barrel - with its flavor profile not too far off from them either.

Producer Description 

Aromas of prune brandy, bakery shop, honey, nuts, dried strawberry and dried orange peel. The palate is smooth, silky, pretty with good complexity. D&M Tasting Notes
Second Maturation in port barrels

Our malt mill, glistening copper mash tun and traditional wooden washbacks form part of a vigorous but carefully attended process. Our elegant copper pot stills distil and re-distil the richest spirit which is then filled into the finest casks and left patiently maturing in our warehouses. Nearly 70% of the flavour in whisky is derived from the cask it has been matured in. Wood’s important, which is why we adopt a ‘no compromise’ approach when choosing our world renowned sherry casks to enrich our whisky. Over the years of extended maturation, these carefully seasoned casks help create the unique richly sherried style that The GlenDronach is famous for.

Tis was just the season for fruit cake, boxes of citrus deliveries, and gift boxes filled with dried fruits and chocolates. To keep the flavor theme going, you can chase down a bottle of The GlenDronach Port Wood. The rich fruity notes and well-timed heat of this single malt delivers the Highland experience, taking you on a journey across the ocean, away from the land of whiskey, to the land of whisky. The Whiskey Wash

It was initially “matured in the distillery’s signature Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, followed by a second maturation in some of the finest port pipes from the majestic Douro Valley in Portugal.” Non age statement. 

Producer Description 

Uncut and unfiltered, this hand-bottled bourbon is barrel proof. Weller substitutes wheat for the traditional rye grain, a production method pioneered by W.L. Weller.

The Antique Collection’s uncut, unfiltered, wheated recipe bourbon is William Larue Weller. The previous release of this wheated bourbon was honored with a Double Gold medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. 

The 2022 release was distilled in the spring of 2010 and barrels were aged in warehouses C, K and N. This bourbon registers at 124.7 proof. A nose of toasted coconut, butterscotch and caramel, followed by a touch of mint, dark cherry and molasses on the palate and a full–bodied finish with hints of leather, nutmeg, toffee and vanilla can be found in this year’s offering. 

Winemaker Description

Intense aroma of fresh red fruits, with nuances of blackberry and slight hints of minerals and spices.

Taste: Notable taste of fruits, in good balance with the body of wine. Large concen- tration of soft tannins that give it a pleasant palate.

Producer Description 

At PM Spirits, we're always on the lookout not just for superlative spirits, but also for like-minded people. When we met Jose Luis Gutierrez, we knew right away he was someone special.

Having spent years working both independently and for the Mexican Trade Commission throughout Europe – promoting and establishing reciprocity of the Tequila Denomination of Origin – Jose Luis later started working closely with producers in Jalisco in order to source and provide quality Tequila directly to European brands and bottlers.

We had been wanting to collaborate with someone on bottling a PM Spirits Project Tequila for quite some time. Jose Luis' passion for and knowledge of the spirit was apparent to us from day one, and we could think of no better person to have worked with to make this project happen. Thank you, Jose Luis.

This Tequila is the product of one single oven or horno. It was distilled from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber Agave. Bottled at two strengths – 80 proof and still strength 110 proof. No additives. 

Producer Description 

DISTILLED AT NOM 1468, GRUPO TEQUILERO MEXICO SINGLE HORNO 2021This Tequila is the product of one single oven, or horno. It was distilled from 100% estate grown Blue Weber Agave.Bottled at two strengths – 80 proof and still strength 110 proof. No additives. Average agave of age: 6 yesars Average ripeness: 35 Brix Length of penca: 2.5cm Oven: Brick Cooking time: 2o Hours Extraction: Roller Mill Yeast type:

Proprietary Type of still: Copper Pot Still size: 3500 liters Number of distillations: 2 First Distillation: 8 hours Second distillation: 16 hours Distillation proof: 55% abv Water type: Reverse Osmosis At PM, we're always on the lookout not just for superlative spirits,but also for like-minded people.

When we met Jose Luis Gutierrez,we knew right away he was someone special.Having spent years working both independently and for the Mexican Trade Commission throughout Europe – promoting and establishing reciprocity of the Tequila Denomination of Origin – Jose Luis later started working closely with producers in Jalisco in order to source and provide quality Tequila directly to European brands and bottlers.

We had been wanting to collaborate with someone on bottling a PM Spirits Project Tequila for quite some time. Jose Luis' passion for and knowledge of the spirit was apparent to us from day one, and we could think of no better person to have worked with to make this project happen. Thank you, Jose Luis

Producer Description 

The team at Michter's conducts their distilling by the tried and true Kentucky practices, while experimenting for the purpose of making the greatest American whiskeys. The Michter's team conducted years of research on different barrel finishes for their rye whiskey, and have proudly produced the Michter's US-1 Limited Release Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey.

To produce this Toasted Barrel Strength Rye Whiskey, they took their US-1 Kentucky Straight Rye at barrel strength and aged it longer in a second custom barrel. The second barrel is assembled from 24 month air dried wood, and toasted to Michter's specification.

The deep reddish brown color leads to scents of spicy rye and cooking brown sugar. The initial flavors of rye and dark brown sugar gives way to the subtle hints of oak and dark baking spices. There is a silky finish that ends with more rye and orange peels. Producer Notes.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2019 

Wine Enthusiast 96 Points | This is a generous, full-bodied wine. Touches of vanilla indicate the wood aging but that will go as the elegant structure and black fruits come to the fore. The wine’s future is assured, promising impressive drinking from 2027.

Wine Spectator 94 Points | This drapes wonderfully, with its range of warmed cassis, plum reduction and blackberry preserve flavors displaying a cashmere feel while warmed anise, alder, juniper and bay details peek in throughout. Rich yet defined finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2023 through 2036.

James Suckling 94 Points | Blueberry, blackberry, black tea, dark chocolate and walnut on the nose. It’s full-bodied with firm, well integrated tannins. Silky and richly flavored. Always shows finesse. Lots of character at the finish, from wet earth and mushroom to currant and berry. Try from 2024.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2021

99 Points Robert Parker | Aged on the full lees until June this year and to be bottled the day after I tasted it, the 2021 Hermannshöhle GG offers a clear, deep, intense and complex bouquet of iodine slate aromas intertwined with lemon oil notes and those of crushed stones. Darker toned and more remote or aristocratic yet also intense and concentrated, it has a sur lie character and concentrated fruit. Full-bodied, dense, yet crystalline and saline on the palate, this is a powerful, rich and persistent Hermannshöhle with a long, complex and aromatic finish with fine tannins and stimulating lemon bitters. Still with rougher grip, this is an intense and lush, still dismissive Hermannshöhle.

98 Points James Suckling | Power, complexity and brilliance make this a truly remarkable dry riesling, the touch of creaminess from long sur-lie maturation giving this exactly the soft touch it needs to balance the steely minerality that powers it at the imposing yet totally vibrant finish.

Winemaker Description 

A perfect, steep southern slope with soils consisting of blackish-grey slate and volcanic elements, extremely rich in minerals. The stuff of legends, for over 100 years this has been the most lauded site in the entire Nahe wine-growing region. 

Expert Review

Wine Advocate 96 Points: The 2014 Extra Brut Les Chemins d'Avize Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is fabulous. Rich, ample and potent, the 2014 possesses tremendous density from start to finish. Apricot, spice, dried flowers, graphite and lemon confit all build in a Champagne of enormous resonance. The pedigree here is evident. Chemins d'Avize is a blend from the Chemin de Plivot and Chemin de Flavigny lieux-dits. It was vinified in neutral oak and bottled with dosage of two grams per liter. Disgorged: June, 2021. 

Producer Description 

Swedish Punsch is a liqueur of two histories—a national drink in Sweden, and a component of more than fifty classic cocktails. Made with rums from the West Indies (Demerara and Jamaica) and East Indies (Batavia Arrack) and numerous spice and bitter flavors, KRONAN has exceptional depth and complexity, particularly with a bit of citrus added. Use in the Doctor Cocktail, Diki-Diki, and Mabel Berra cocktails. With ice and a squeeze of lime, KRONAN is an ideal and easy afternoon drink, after dinner, or with cigars.

This punsch is a cocktail within itself. The spicy, sweet, nutty, tannic components already deliver complexity. Pour over ice with ginger beer and lime. It’s a drink appropriate for all seasons. Understanding KRONAN in cocktails is easy when you start with classic rum drinks.

Try substituting 0.75 oz of KRONAN for rum in a Daiquiri or Mai Tai; while the sugar level of KRONAN is higher than most rums, the funk, spice and tannin create a notable drying effect. For an easy, batchable Old-Fashioned riff, mix 50:50 bourbon and KRONAN, pour over ice, stir and garnish with an orange peel. 

Producer Description 

Produced Description 

This distinctive bourbon, aged 13 years, delivers aromas of dried fruits, and flavors of aged oak and sweet caramel, culminating in a smooth, robust finish that you have come to expect from Russell's Reserve. Masterfully crafted and brought to you by Master Distillers and bourbon hall of Famers, Jimmy & Eddie Russel. The legacy continues.