008 Deiss Alsace

Less simply fruity than the straight Chablis but still with ripe citrus and even stone fruits. A good bite of freshness rounded out by the smooth, leesy texture. An attractively sour freshness on the finish.

Leopoldo Felici has been in charge at this small Marche estate since 2008. Altitude helps Felici marry the richer structure of Jesi with the aromatics of Matelica. There is a lovely purity of fruit here, and since good V...(read more)

This gorgeous Orvietto spends about 4-5 months on the lees. is a blend of 4 grapes - Trebbiano Toscano, Grechetto, Verdelho and Sauvignon Blanc - each adding extra depth, fruit and texture - but perfectly melded in to a...(read more)

Albert's Acustic blanc is always a textural masterpiece, with it's quince, pear and honey notes, it has quite a rich textural feel in the mouth, but is always balanced with a delicious ripe acidity.

A pure and unoaked syrah true to the classic qualities of this northern Rhône grape. Think dark fruit, a hint of black pepper and a floral scent, like violets.

This is a Margaux with guts, a dark, Cabernet-heavy, characterful wine which fills the palate and has power and length. Nothing not to like, but it's not as refined as some and perhaps all the more honest and welcome as...(read more)

Lots of orange peel to the ripe and beautiful cherries. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. A gorgeous, intense wine. One of the best basic VNMs from here for a long time. Drink or hold.

This is the second vintage of a wine that was the red discovery of the year in my 2020 report and it's even better than the first release, taking its place among the best Garnachas in Rioja. The vines are planted at 700...(read more)

Roberto Oliván's 'very own house wine', the Xerico is co-fermented Tempranillo and Viura, resulting in a spicy, slightly 'sauvage' wine, with an incredible freshness and energy from whole bunch fermentation. Sligh...(read more)