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Expert Reviews - Vintage 2025

Why Oscar chose this sherry -  "As we seek moderation, we look to make better drinking and dietary choices. What better way to begin than with a 375ml (half bottle) of Manzanilla sherry. Bone-dry, packed with aromas and flavors of citrus fruit and that unmistakable salinity found in Manzanilla sherries made in the coastal sherry producing town of Sanlucar de Barrameda. Served chilled, in a white wine glass and pair with your favorite healthy snacks."

Winemaker Description 

Fresh and lively, with notes of dried herbs, stone fruit, and citrus zest. Bone dry and mouthwatering, with a long finish

Winemaker Description

Ruby-red color. The nose is complex and elegant. Notes of dry flowers, hay and rose petal, accompanied by a hint of chamomile. It is fresh, balanced, silky, enveloping and full-bodied on the palate. The tannins are prominent yet well-integrated. The finish is long and persistent. We recommend decanting a few hours before serving.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points | A medium red hue, the 2020 Barolo Rocche Di Castiglione offers more complexity and is more nuanced in the glass, with notes of dried raspberries, tangerine, roses, dried herbs, and cedar. Medium-bodied, it is crunchy with an elegant feel but has balanced structure and retains a somewhat more chiseled feel that’s true to the vintage. It has a lot to enjoy now and also has a wide drinking window. Drink 2025-2050.

The Wine Advocate 96 Points | The Vietti 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a very delineated wine with sharp ferrous notes, cherry cola, redcurrant and chalky mineral. It is extremely precise in terms of its aromas. The effect is direct and layered, showing different sides and increasing complexity as it opens in the glass. Dried floral notes, purple flower and iris also appear delicately. The chalky tannins feel abrupt at this young stage, but this wine is built to last nonetheless. Only 3,512 bottles were created.

Vinous 96 Points | The 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a magical wine from a magical site. It marries finesse and volume to a degree that is not found in most of the other wines in this range. Castiglione Falletto is the center of the Barolo production zone, literally and figuratively, the place where many different soil types meet. As a result, the wines often possess mind-blowing balance, which is very much the case here.

Winemaker Notes

Primus · Carménère · Apalta, Colchagua 2022

Primus finds its home in Chile’s Apalta Valley, where the producer describes a respectful approach to the vineyard rooted in regenerative organic and biodynamic principles. This 2022 Carménère brings the region’s red-fruit and herbal character to a bottle made for the table.

The winemaker describes red fruit, cedar and boldo herbs, with cherry, pepper and rosemary on a fresh, fruity palate. Silky, velvety tannins and good volume make it a natural companion for beef empanadas, curried lamb or a slow-cooked stew.

Expert reviews · 2022 vintage

James Suckling · 91 points

Sweet spices, preserved cherries and hints of white pepper and grilled herbs. Fresh, medium-bodied palate with slightly chewy tannins. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan. Sustainable. Better in two more years.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate · 91 points

The 2022 Primus Carmenere represents the Neyen de Apalta style well, offering woody, herbal and slightly resinous aromas against a bed of ripe yet succulent red fruit aromas. The palate is plush and layered while remaining contained and classy, concluding with a refined, elegant finish.

Wine Spectator · 89 points

Redolent with wild berry and cherry notes, this red weaves in sage, mace and mineral accents that linger nicely around fine tannins and peppery accents. Drink now through 2030. 4,300 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.

Wine details

• Producer: Primus
• Vintage: 2022
• Grape: Carménère
• Origin: Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile
• Farming: Organically grown grapes, per the existing James Suckling review
• Style: Red wine
• Size: 750ml
• Pair with: beef empanadas, curried lamb or stews

An Apalta red with ripe fruit, savory herbs and a silky finish.

Winemaker Description

Villapanes is a rich mahogany color and boasts seductive, toasty aromas of almonds, caramel, fig and a hint of floral perfume. On the palate it is dry, generous and full-bodied, with persistent and lasting flavors.

Pair with roast poultry, red meat or salty, aged cheeses. 

Expert Reviews 

93 Points Wine Spectator | A shade darker than its peers, relying more on black walnut, Brazil nut and singed orange peel notes, while dried persimmon and quince flavors add a succulent side. Light rye and green tea hints echo through the razor-sharp finish, where sweet details peek in.

91 Points Robert Parker | The NV Villapanes Oloroso wears a dark amber-brown robe and has a very intense nose, showing some marmalade, dark tobacco and brandy notes. The palate is textbook Oloroso, round, ample, warm, a little spirity, ending with dry walnut flavors. It manages to balance power and elegance quite well.

91 Points Wine & Spirits | Dominated by notes of salted almonds, this Oloroso has its fair share of sweetness to balance that saline side, making it more readily accessible to a wider range of palates and fitting perfectly with smoked pork.

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Caymus Vineyards · Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley · 2020

Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 brings together dark fruit, intense concentration and fine, velvety tannins. Selected from the best barrels of the estate’s Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Special Selection combines supple flavors with the structure to enjoy upon release or with bottle aging.

Producer & Family

Chuck, Charlie and Jenny Wagner
“We feel extremely fortunate to spend our days farming grapes and making wine, following a path laid out by past generations of our family. One of our biggest fortunes is sharing good company, great food and delicious wine.”

Chuck Wagner and his late parents, Lorna and Charlie Sr., opened Caymus Vineyards in 1972 with 240 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon. Caymus remains family-owned and run, with the next generation carrying forward its farming and winemaking work.

Co-founder Charlie Wagner Sr. (1912–2002) was a dedicated farmer who became a serious home winemaker before establishing Caymus. His example of hard work, endurance and appreciation for life’s simple pleasures remains part of the family’s story.

Vineyards & House Style

Caymus Vineyards is located in the center of Napa Valley. Its Cabernet Sauvignon is grown on low-fertility soils on the valley floor and surrounding mountains. Viticultural practices include some dry farming, high-density planting, yield thinning, attention to vine health and harvesting at elevated ripeness. Some vineyard blocks are planted as closely as one meter by one meter.

The house style emphasizes dark, concentrated Cabernet with ripe, luxurious, fruit-driven softness, alongside tannins and structure for long-term bottle aging. Each year, the best barrels of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon are set aside for Special Selection.

Winemaker Description

Caymus Vineyards
Each year, Caymus sets aside the best barrels of their Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety tannins and enjoyable upon release or with aging. A wine of structure with intense concentration of supple flavors and dark fruits.

The Caymus Portfolio

Beyond its Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus produces a smaller amount of Special Selection and a limited Napa Valley Zinfandel honoring co-founder Charlie Wagner Sr., for whom it was a favorite. The Wagners have also introduced Caymus California Cabernet Sauvignon, a separate bottling reflecting the state’s vineyard land with the supple, dark and rich character associated with Caymus.

Pairing Suggestions

Try with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised short ribs or hearty mushroom dishes to complement the wine’s concentrated dark fruit and velvety structure.

Details

• Producer: Caymus Vineyards
• Wine: Special Selection
• Vintage: 2020
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country: United States
• Region: California
• Appellation: Napa Valley
• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Type: Red wine
• Selection: Best barrels of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Meinklang Burgenland Red — Burgenland, Austria 2022

Meinklang is one of Austria’s most progressive and celebrated biodynamic estates — a large-scale family farm on the shores of Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland whose holistic approach to agriculture integrates viticulture, grain farming, and livestock in a self-sustaining biodynamic ecosystem. Certified organic, biodynamic, and fully vegan, Meinklang’s wines are an expression of place without compromise: no herbicides, no pesticides, minimal intervention in the cellar, and a commitment to indigenous varieties that reflects the character of Burgenland’s unique continental climate and fertile soils. The 2022 Burgenland Red is crafted primarily from Zweigelt — Austria’s most beloved indigenous red variety — in a style that prioritizes freshness, vibrancy, and sheer drinkability.

The nose is exuberant and inviting: ripe cherries, raspberries, and fresh red fruit, with a subtle spicy note that beckons the first sip. On the palate, the wine is youthful and zesty with a velvety texture, orchard-fresh fruit flavors, and a pleasing, smooth finish. It is vibrant, food-friendly, and deeply satisfying — the kind of biodynamic Austrian red that disappears fast at any table.

"An exuberant and vivacious red wine. A bouquet of ripe red fruits unfurls, featuring cherries and raspberries, complemented by a subtle spicy note. On the palate, an unexpectedly zesty freshness, with fruit flavors that evoke a stroll through an orchard in the height of summer." — Winemaker’s Notes, Meinklang

• Producer: Meinklang, Pamhagen, Burgenland, Austria
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Burgenland, Austria
• Varietal: Zweigelt
• Farming: Certified Organic, Biodynamic & Vegan
• Closure: Cork
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe cherry, raspberry, fresh red fruit, subtle spice, zesty acidity, velvety texture, smooth finish
• Best Paired With: Roasted chicken, grilled sausages, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, aged Gouda

Austria’s benchmark biodynamic Zweigelt at an honest price — Meinklang is the standard for what certified organic, vegan-made Burgenland red can deliver.

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Expert Review

Expert Review

Vinous 97 Points Josh Raynolds writes |  Glass-staining ruby. Exotically perfumed black and blue fruit, incense and candied licorice scents, along with mineral, olive and exotic spice overtones. Seamless and expansive on the palate, offering deeply concentrated yet lively blackberry, boysenberry, cherry-cola, salty olive and floral pastille flavors that show outstanding energy and mineral lift. Slow-building tannins grow on a strikingly long, focused finish that strongly echoes the licorice and mineral notes.

Winemaker Description

Opaque, a dark core with a lighter deep red concession on rim. An eruption of fruits. At once lively and expressive, conceding Grange personality yet still not revealing all .... Dark coffee grind, malt and tapenade merge with black earths, almost verging on peat. Mandated V.A and formic notes propel a slurry of dark-skinned berried fruits, flirting with dark liquorice and soy. Oak completely hidden, long since absorbed. Now, back to the glass for a second sniff! Initially the ‘enlivened’ dark fruits of a Christmas pudding or boiled fruitcake mix demand attention. But there’s much more to complement these fruits – impressions of ironstone, graphite, iodine, black ink, and a black pudding viscosity. Formidable, meshed tannins – texturally honeycombed, without the honey! Oak has entwined itself invisible. Yes, every barrel still new, and completion of fermentation off skins in barrel still Grange modus operandi. Integrated, measured ... and clearly more than one sip required to gain an authentic ‘first-impression’. Certainly a wine of its vintage. A Grange of 2015. 

Expert Reviews

100 Point James Suckling | Much anticipated vintage for Grange and it is a powerhouse of concentration and complexity. Aromas of orange and lemon peel to start, then graphite, blackberries, plum paste, black cherries, boundless sweet oak spice, fresh cedar, tar, mahogany, roasted coffee and chocolate - the list goes on. Such complexity. Classic Grange, offering such deep, dark intensity. The palate has immense richness and depth with a super succulent and very long, fleshy, deeply weighted array of dense, velvet-wrapped tannins that run so long. The fruit flavors sit in the blackberry, blood-plum and blueberry zone with succulent, long and assertive structure, carrying through in an utterly seamless mode. The finish is tightly wrenched, in spectacularly powerful style, locking this wine in for a very long haul. Best from 2030.

98 Points Jeb Dunnuck | The flagship 2015 Grange is a monster of wine and one of those rare wines that blends power and elegance perfectly. Revealing a saturated purple color, it’s seemingly more forward and seductive than past great vintages, which I suspect is due to the incredible purity of fruit as well as the wine’s flawless balance than any change in winemaking or stylistic shifts. I also think the acidity is healthy, and the 2015 tips the scales at 14.5% alcohol, which is certainly in the sweet spot, if not tame, for beautifully ripe Syrah these days. A blend of 98% Shiraz and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon that spent 20 months in new American oak hogsheads, it offers an extraordinary perfume of sweet crème de cassis, lead pencil shavings, camphor, Asian spices, licorice, and wildflowers. This is followed by a full-bodied, powerful yet incredibly seamless and elegant Shiraz that has no hard edges, a big, dense mid-palate, ripe tannins, and a great finish. Coming close to rivaling the 1986, which has always been a benchmark vintage of Grange for me, the 2015 offers a more polished, elegant, approachable style. Vintage comparisons aside, this is a legendary example of Grange in the making. The savvy wine lovers out there will give this 7-8 years of bottle age (I’ll probably be out of bottles by then) and enjoy over the following 2-3 decades.

98+ Points Robert Parker | The nose of the 2015 Grange features the wine's characteristic lifted aromas, joined by pronounced American oak influence and bold blackberry fruit, plus hints of red meat, raspberries, asphalt and vanilla. It's dense and concentrated on the palate, full-bodied yet balanced and firm, with a rich, velvety texture and long, plush finish. Don't expect great complexity at this stage—it's much too young to show much more than the primary fruit and oak elements—but this is a Grange that should easily go three or four decades.

97 Points Wine Spectator | Distinctive and powerful, yet still elegant, showing restraint despite the dense and generous flavors. Precise notes of dark chocolate, maraschino cherry, mahogany and toasted coconut complement the core of wild blackberry and blueberry fruit. The tannins are smooth and polished, delivering some tug on the finish, which persists as subtle hints of dried lavender and white pepper linger. Drink now through 2040.

97 Points Wine Enthusiast | This vintage of the famed wine is perhaps its most approachable to date. The nose is open and expressive, with waves of aromas ranging from licorice, currant and plum to baking spice, furniture polish, freshly picked olive, mushroom and vanilla. The mouthfeel is satiny in texture, awash with fruit and spices of all shapes and sizes, all wound by fine tannins. Drink through 2040.

Winemaker Description

Don Miguel Vineyard. Named after the late patriarch of the Torres family, this organic vineyard is located in the Green Valley- the coolest, foggiest region of the Russian River, only ten miles from the Pacific. Displays vibrant, luscious fruit reminiscent of blackberries and dark cherries.

This is a wine of precision, finesse and balance, rich and opulent on the palate, with supple tannins. It will continue to develop and gain complexity with age, at least for another 10 years. 

Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir · 2022

Gary Farrell blends its Russian River Selection from vineyards across the valley, bringing different climates and site characters into one Pinot Noir. The 2022 opens with Luxardo cherry, rose petal, fresh fennel, dark berry preserve and a hint of savory earth.

On the palate, sour cherry, blood orange, wild raspberry and tangy tamarind meet fine-grained tannins and firm acidity. Its full-bodied texture and long, spicy finish make this a bottle to bring to a dinner centered on roast poultry or mushrooms.

Winemaker description · 2022 vintage

Our Russian River Selection bottlings are quintessential Russian River Valley wines blended from some of the region’s top vineyards, taking advantage of varied climates and unique site characteristics. The 2022 Russian River Selection Pinot Noir has seductive aromas of Luxardo cherries intertwined with rose petals, fresh fennel, dark berry preserves, and a hint of savory earth. The youthful yet complex palate offers juicy flavors of sour cherries, blood orange, wild raspberries and with a dollop of tangy tamarind. Fine-grained tannins are balanced by firm acidity, creating a full-bodied texture, lending to an incredibly long, spicy finish.

Winemaker description

Expert review · Vintage 2022

James Suckling, 92 Points — Bright aromas of dried strawberries, wild raspberries, dried herbs and Jolly Ranchers candy. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins and acidity, giving fresh flavors of cherry confit, toffee apples and rhubarb.

At a glance

• Producer: Gary Farrell
• Wine: Russian River Selection Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Size: 750ml

A layered Russian River Pinot Noir for the table or a slow evening.

Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon — 1.5L Magnum

Stone Cellars is a reliable, no-fuss California Cabernet Sauvignon built for everyday enjoyment — approachable, smooth, and consistently crowd-pleasing. The 1.5L magnum format, equivalent to two standard bottles, makes it an ideal choice for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or any occasion where a generous pour is in order. Screw cap for easy opening anytime.

Aromas of cocoa and vanilla lead the way, followed by rich flavors of currant, dark ripe fruit, cassis, and cola, with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. Smooth and medium-bodied, with a soft finish that makes it easy to enjoy on its own or with food.

Food Pairings

• Grilled burgers and steaks
• BBQ ribs and roasted meats
• Pizza and pasta with red sauce
• Aged cheddar and hard cheeses

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: California
Format: 1.5L Magnum (= 2 standard bottles) | Screw cap

Yellow Tail Cabernet Sauvignon — South Eastern Australia (1.5L Magnum)

Yellow Tail is Australia’s most recognized wine brand — and for good reason. Built on the philosophy that great wine should be approachable, affordable, and fun, Yellow Tail has introduced millions of people to Australian Cabernet Sauvignon with a style that is consistently reliable, fruit-forward, and easy to love. The Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from South Eastern Australia’s warm, sun-drenched vineyards, producing grapes of generous ripeness and soft tannin structure. This 1.5L Magnum format is the smart choice for entertaining: more wine, better value, and a bottle that makes a statement on any table.

The nose offers a touch of mint layered over ripe blackberries and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is smooth and approachable, with toasted oak, ripe dark fruit, and soft, velvety tannins that carry through a generous, easy-drinking finish. No fuss, no pretension — just a crowd-pleasing Cabernet that delivers every time.

• Producer: Yellow Tail, South Eastern Australia
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Format: 1.5L Magnum (equivalent to 2 standard bottles)
• Tasting Notes: Mint, blackberry, vanilla, toasted oak, soft velvety tannins
• Best Paired With: Burgers, BBQ, grilled sausages, pizza, casual entertaining

Australia’s most beloved Cabernet in a Magnum — Yellow Tail is the no-brainer choice for parties, picnics, and any occasion that calls for more wine.

Winemaker Description

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label is the signature champagne of the House. Dominated by Pinot Noir, it offers the perfect balance of structure and finesse. Golden-yellow in color, with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles. It is pleasing to the nose; initially reminiscent of yellow and white fruits, then of vanilla and later brioche. Note the fine balance between the fruity aromas coming from the grape varieties and the toasty notes, the result of the three years of bottle aging. The first sip delivers all the freshness and strength so typical of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label with a symphony of fruit following (pear, lemon). It is a true member of the Brut family, well-structured, admirably vinous.

Expert Reviews

James Suckling 92 Points | This has aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel, quince, toast and almonds. It’s medium-bodied with creamy, fine tannins. Silky texture. Nutty complexity at the end.

Decanter 91 Points | Noticeable fruit intensity and fresh notes of red fruits, fresh blueberries and a small amount of quince. Interesting and quite demanding. Blend : 55% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay.

Wine Spectator 90 Points | A crisp and lacy Champagne, with a hint of smoke underscoring flavors of poached apricot, pastry cream and pickled ginger. An overtone of Mandarin orange peel ties it all together.

Williams & Humbert · Dry Sack Medium Sherry · Jerez, Spain · 750ml

Williams & Humbert Dry Sack Medium is a rich, medium-bodied sherry with golden raisin, nutty aromas and flavors of apricot and brioche. Its medium style sits between dry and sweet, offering a rounded expression of sherry from Jerez, Spain.

Tasting Notes

Golden raisin leads the nose, accompanied by hints of almonds and walnuts. The palate is medium-bodied, flavorful and rich, with apricot, almonds, other nuts and brioche. As the original tasting note puts it, Dry Sack can be viewed as medium-dry or medium-sweet.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Try lightly chilled in a small wine glass alongside toasted almonds, aged cheese or savory tapas. Its nutty flavors also make it an inviting option for a small after-dinner pour.

Details

• Producer: Williams & Humbert
• Wine: Dry Sack Medium Sherry
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country: Spain
• Region: Jerez
• Appellation: Jerez-Xeres-Sherry
• Grape listed: Palomino
• Type: Fortified wine, sherry
• Style: Medium
• Body: Medium-bodied

Winemaker Description

Wine made with only grapes, well-kept vineyards, and healthy land.” 

This is the mantra of Castellano winegrower Alfredo Maestro, a bright light amongst an abyss of industrially farmed, over-ripe, over-oaked, and over-manipulated wine-scape that is the Ribera del Duero these days.   

Alfredo Maesto is a city man, who has become a farmer as a choice and not because of circumstances. He is guided by passion and love, which we find in each of his bottles. His production is mainly of reds (Tempranillo and Garnacha) which can be drank both young and aged; then there’s the LoveAmor, the albillo (white grapes) pure which surprises even the most demanding of tasters. Alfredo Maestro manages some vineyards near Madrid, but mainly in Castilla y Leon, in Penafel in the Ribera near Valladolid (the Spanish Bolgheri), land which has always celebrated the most famous Spanish reds. To process natural wines in this piece of land is like finding yourself on the frontline in the Caporetto battle and yet, Alfredo Maestro, teacher both in name and facts, acting as a righteous Charon he takes on the task of ferrying heretic sommeliers from vanilla wines with shavings icing towards the right way of pure, real wine. Winemaker Description.