94 Points - Jane Anson. Château Cantenac Brown, a Third Growth in Margaux, shines in the 2018 vintage with balance, richness and elegance. The wine expresses the estate’s gravelly terroir and classic Margaux finesse, offering immediate appeal and ageing potential. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Jane Anson (2018 Vintage) "This is delicious, silky in texture and filled with luscious black fruits, exotic spiced liquorice and sweet blackberry. Touches of grilled cedar and just a trace of heat appear

95 Points - Jeff Leve. Château Guiraud is one of Sauternes’ leading 1er Grand Cru Classés, known for its vibrant, expressive style. The 2010 vintage is a rich yet precise wine, capturing the estate’s signature balance of ripe fruit, freshness and elegance. Taste Bright gold in the glass, aromas of apricot, honeyed citrus and blossom lead into a silky, layered palate. Flavours of candied orange, quince and gentle spice are lifted by crisp acidity, giving length and poise. Sweetness is generous bu

Taittinger’s Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 2013 is a testament to the family’s heritage, crafted from the purest Chardonnay and aged deep in historic chalk cellars. Its taste offers finesse and complexity, with top critical scores affirming its pedigree. With both substance and story, this Champagne is a perfect celebration of excellence and tradition. TasteA beautifully structured Champagne, the 2013 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs opens with honeyed notes of ripe citrus, poached nash

Résonance Découverte Vineyard Estate Chardonnay 2021 offers generous fruit, subtle spice, and mineral elegance distinctive of Oregon’s top vineyards, all brought to life by expert Burgundian craftsmanship and recognised with top reviews from both critics and wine lovers. TasteA beautifully expressive Chardonnay with aromas of lemon peel, white rose, honeysuckle, and apricot. The palate is generous and elegant, unfurling flavours of orchard fruit, grilled hazelnuts, and delicate mineral nuances.

Seña 2010 is a classically structured Chilean Bordeaux blend, marrying ripe dark fruits, nuanced spice, and refined tannins. Its pedigree is underscored by visionary, biodynamic winemaking and critical acclaim from both experts and wine enthusiasts alike. A genuine reflection of the Aconcagua Valley’s potential, this wine continues to set the benchmark for premium new world reds. TasteSeña 2010 exudes a deep violet-ruby hue and opens with complex aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, raspberry, ce

M. Chapoutier Saint-Joseph Les Granits 2020 is a profound Syrah that masterfully blends black fruits, mineral intensity, and refined tannins. Produced from biodynamically farmed, granitic soils by a Rhône Valley icon, this single-vineyard wine is consistently recognised by critics for its elegance and ageing capability. A striking example of Rhône craftsmanship and a benchmark for Saint Joseph Syrah. TasteM. Chapoutier Saint-Joseph Les Granits 2020 displays a very deep garnet red in the glass wi

Esk Valley River Gravel 2019 is a rich, complex, and elegant blend from Hawke’s Bay that marries expressive dark fruit with refined oak and seamless structure. Crafted by a trailblazing winery renowned for its artisanal methods and focus on unique terroir, this wine is recognised for excellence by leading critics and offers impressive ageing potential for any serious wine collection. TasteEsk Valley River Gravel 2019 is a full-bodied blend offering deep aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, and plu

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a sophisticated and well-structured Chilean red that seamlessly balances rich black fruits, polished tannins, and depth of flavour. Crafted with care by a sustainability-minded estate encircled by native forests, the wine captures the Aconcagua Valley’s essence. Critical acclaim and a solid Vivino score underscore its poise and expressive character, making it an appealing choice for lovers of elegant, modern Cabernet Sauvignon. TasteThis Cabernet Sauvignon unv

Pietro Rinaldi San Cristoforo Barbaresco 2020 is an elegant Nebbiolo showing vibrant floral aromas, black cherry fruit, and a mineral backbone. Crafted by a fourth-generation family estate rooted in Alba, it’s a true expression of Piedmont’s traditions and terroir. Recognised with 90 points and praised by consumers on Vivino.  TasteIntense ruby red with garnet reflections, the 2020 San Cristoforo Barbaresco opens with aromas of withered rose, violet, and enticing balsamic and mineral notes. On t

95 Points - Raffaele Vecchione.Cava d'Onice Brunello di Montalcino 2017 is a poised and expressive wine showing ripe fruit, minerality, and balance on the palate. Crafted by a dynamic, family-owned producer dedicated to authentic, terroir-driven winemaking, it has received critical acclaim and is much admired by wine lovers on Vivino. A superb Brunello for those who appreciate a harmonious yet structured style with an unmistakably Tuscan soul. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - Raffaele Vecchione -

93 Points - Decanter. Cava d’Onice Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino 2017 is a sophisticated single-vineyard Brunello, offering layered fruit, mineral complexity and seamless structure. Produced by a passionate family estate committed to micro-terroir and quality, it has attracted both critical and consumer acclaim and stands as a benchmark for small-production Brunello with unmistakable character. TasteA vivid, deep ruby-red in the glass, the 2017 Cava d’Onice Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino re

Niepoort’s Redoma Douro Branco is one of a new wave of delicious, high-altitude Portuguese whites. It's produced from a blend of native grapes - Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio - from old vines that are up to 80 years old. Careful vinification ensures that the wine’s freshness and vibrancy are preserved and that the complex blend of white fruits, green herbs, hints of vanilla, and mineral tones are kept in balance. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Sept 2025) Taste White gold, wi

Icario Rubi delle Pietrose Merlot Rosso Toscana 2021 offers a compelling combination of dark fruit, spice, and tobacco, supported by a bold yet refined structure. It is the product of a progressive, quality-driven Tuscan estate known for its sustainable approach and attention to terroir. With 93 Falstaff points crowning its debut, this wine stands out as a new benchmark for Merlot in Tuscany and promises to win the hearts of discerning wine lovers. TasteIcario Rubi delle Pietrose Merlot Rosso To

The Cartuxa Evora Colheita Tinto 2021 is a glorious wine from a sublime vintage that is now at its drinking peak. It was produced from a blend of old, low-yielding Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Trincadeira, and Casteloa grapes, sourced from the estate’s vineyards in the prized Evora sub-region. The fruit was hand-picked, sorted, and de-stemmed to achieve the perfect tannic structure. Following a long, temperature-controlled fermentation – something of a rarity in the region – it was aged for 12 m

94 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS. A beautiful Mosel like Riesling from a producer who carefully select fruit from Marlborough's top organic single vineyards to produce wines of great elegance and complexity. Expect aromas of lemon, gala apple, Roses lime juice and a hint of manuka honey. A compelling, finely balanced wine with impressive concentration and texture, delicate, tangy acidity and a fine, lingering finish. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS (2021 Vintage) "Fragrant, flo

91 Points - Chris Kissack. La Source is a vibrant, terroir-driven Cabernet Franc from sandy-gravel soils. It offers fresh blackcurrant and red berry aromas, underpinned by subtle graphite notes. On the palate, fine tannins and lively acidity create a poised structure, leading to a clean, mineral finish. A classic Loire red with the balance to enjoy now or cellar for a few years. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Chris Kissack - Winedoctor (2023 Vintage) Taste The Yannick Amirault Saint-Nicolas-de-B

93 Points - Tim Atkin MW. The Waterford Estate Single Vineyard Grenache is a refined and elegant expression of one of the most captivating varietals grown in Stellenbosch. Sourced from a meticulously tended single vineyard, this wine highlights the nuanced characteristics of Grenache, offering a rare balance of ripe fruit and savoury complexity. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Mar 2025) Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2022 Vintage) Taste The nose invites with fresh aromas of red cherries, subtl

No South African wine is as revered or acclaimed as the Book 17 of De Toren Private Cellar. This Western Cape wine is produced from a classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. The vines are planted on poor, free-draining soils which force them to dig deep into the sand and granite soils in search of nutrients, reducing the vines’ vigour and imparting complexity. Once they have reach optimum ripeness, the grapes are hand-harvested and rushed to the press house. Here

Viandante is the boldest creation of Viandante del Cielo, a wine of structure and poise modelled on the great vintages of Bordeaux, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with an important Merlot supporting act. The varieties may be international, but the lakeside terroir exerts a strong influence and makes this a distinctly Umbrian variation on the theme.  Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Feb 2025) Taste Dark ruby with violet tinge, complex and lifted nose of cigar box, blackcurrant leaf and crunchy morello cherry

A rare, small-production Ribeiro from the 2-hectare Viña de La Castiñeira in Ribadavia. Made from 96% Treixadura and 4% Albariño, 60% was aged on fine lees in stainless steel and 40% in 600 L French oak for six months. Bright lemon-yellow with pale gold reflections, it offers pear and mimosa aromas, a fresh and structured Atlantic-driven palate, and a long, precise finish. Only 1,982 bottles produced. Taste Bright lemon-yellow with pale gold reflections, La Sombrilla 2023 shows aromas of pear an