2013

Altesino Brunello Riserva 2013 (750ML)

97 WS / 94 WA Aromas of juniper, rosemary, thyme and Szechuan peppercorn segue to strawberry, cherry and rose hip flavors in this elegant red. Intense and balanced, with the structure to develop over the next two decades...

Ao Yun Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (750ML)

94 DE / 93 WA / 90 WS / 17 JR A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc, this is a bold, dramatic and compelling debut wine from winemaker Maxence Dulou. Particularly impressive is the strong sense and...

Beaucastel Hommage a Jacques Perrin 2013 (750ML)

98 JS / 96+ WA / 96+JD xtremely aromatic with blueberries, blackberries, and flowers. Full- bodied, dense, and rich yet agile and exciting. The tannins are seamless and beautiful. The finish shows stones and spices. The...

Cape Mentelle Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2013 (750ML)

Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2013 (750ML)

95 WS #11 Wine Spectator Top 100 2018 The stunning bouquet of ripe black cherry, black currant, leather and woodsy spice notes is enticing, while the sweet fruit is a match for the dense structure. The lengthy finish...

Casanova Di Neri Tenuta Nuova 2013 (750ML)

98 JS / 97 WA / 96 WS / 95+ VM #87 James Suckling's Top 100 Wines of 2018 Tenuta Nuova is celebrating its 20th anniversary (1993-2013), and 1 special gold-label edition of the wine comes with a case order of 6. A...

Ceretto Barolo Brunate 2013 (750ML)

96 VM / 95 JS / 94 WA Like the Prapò, the Barolo Brunate is much less expressive than it was immediately after bottling. Gracious and super-classic in feel, the Brunate has a lot to offer. In the glass, the wine is...

Chapoutier Ermitage L'Ermite Rouge 2013 (1.5L)

97 WS / 96+ WA / 95 VM Sleek, with mouthwatering red currant, raspberry and cherry preserve flavors forming the core, while a dusting of cocoa, a snap of red licorice and a long, lingering iron spine complete the picture...

Chateau De Brigue Heritage Rouge 2013 (750ML)

Castle Brig is pleased to introduce this new Cuv'e. Brig legacy is a natural red wine without sulfites added. This red wine is based on the following varieties: Egiodola, Arinarnoa and Merlot, picked perfectly ripe to bring...

Colgin IX Estate Proprietary Red 2013 (750ML)

100 RP Another perfect wine from Ann Colgin and her winemaking team is the 2013 IX Proprietary Red Estate, a blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot. An absolutely compelling...

D'Yquem 2013 (750ML)

98 WS / 98 JS / 95-97 WA / 94-96 AG Lightly toasted marshmallow and macadamia nut aromas lead the way, followed by incredibly juicy mirabelle plum, green fig, and glazed pear and peach flavors. As big as this is, there are...

Domaine Michel Fonne Pinot Gris 2013 (750ML)

This Pinot Gris develops distinctive smoky notes, aromas of forest floor, burnt vine shoots, mushrooms, moss, dried fruits, apricot, honey, beeswax and gingerbread. Given its inherent discretion, this wine benefits from...

Eugenie Vosne Romanee 1er Cru Aux Brulees 2013 (750ML)

Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino 2013 (750ML)

97 VM / 96 JS / 95 WE Luminous red. High-pitched aromas of sour red cherry, raspberry, rose, stainless steel, white pepper and minerals. Dense and silky in texture but displays great juiciness, clarity and floral lift; the...

Giuseppe Mascarello Barolo Santo Stefano 2013 (750ML)

94 WS There’s a lot going on in this red, from the floral, licorice, cherry and earth aromas and flavors to the lightly chewy texture and long, mineral-tinged aftertaste. Best from 2021 through 2035. - Bruce...

Henri Boillot Puligny Montrachet les Perrieres 2013 (750ML)

94 WA / 92 BH Tasted blind at the annual “Burgfest” tasting in Bouilland. The 2013 Puligny Montrachet 1Er Cru les Perrieres has a fulsome bouquet with plenty of citrus fruit, fresh pear, granite and smoke...

Hickinbotham The Peake Cabernet Shiraz Blend 2013 (750ML)

96 WE / 93 WS / 93 JS / 92 RP The aromas are marked by butterscotch and baking spice notes, picking up lemon and apple flavors as this rides the vibrant structure to a long finish. Drink now through 2020. 15 cases imported"...

Johann Michel Grain Noir 2013 (750ML)

100% Syrah.  Hand harvested and farmed Organically, though not yet certified.  The Syrah comes from the young vines of the Cornas, which is why the Cornas appellation cannot be used. Full destemming, indigenous...

Joseph Phelps Insignia Proprietary Red Wine 2013 (1.5L)

98+ RP / 95 VM The 2013 Insignia (their 40th vintage) is a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. This wine is aged 24 months in 100% new French oak barrels, and...

L'Eglise Clinet 2013 (750ML)

95 JS / 94-96 WA This is a vivid wine with terrific clarity and vibrance aromas and flavors. Full body, ultra fine tannins and a long, long finish. Class. Really superb for the vintage. Needs two or three years of bottle age...

Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2013 (750ML)

95 VM / 95 WS / 95 JS The 2013 Lafaurie-Peyraguey disproves the claim that this derided vintage produced no great wines. It was picked from September 26 to October 25 through four tries, cropped at 11.6hl/ha, and...

Lafleur 2014 (750ML)

100 JS #14 James Sucklings Top 100 Wines of 2017100 Points James Suckling: That is fantastic on the nose. OMG! Exuberant aromas of lavender, tobacco, cigar box, violets and slice plums. Medium to full body. It just builds...

Lisini Brunello di Montalcino 2013 (750ML)

96 WS / 94 WE / 93 WA / 93 VM Exuding cherry, strawberry and floral flavors tinged with iron, earth and spice notes, this ripe red is elegant in profile, tightly wound and deftly balanced, ending with a kick of fruit, spice...

Monde Eau Cabernet Sauvingon 2013 (750ML)

"100% Cabernet Sauvignon. 55% Badger Mountain Estate Vineyard 30% Michaels Vineyard and 15% Nine Canyon Vineyard. Bright layered aromatics of ripe blackberry, black cherry, and black currant with a touch of warm earth and...

Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage Chevalier De Sterimberg 2017 (750ML)

94-97 WA / 94 JD / 93-94 JS Jaboulet's 2017 Hermitage Blanc Le Chevalier de Sterimberg is approximately two-thirds Marsanne and one-third Roussanne. Subtle notes of crushed stone and pencil shavings frame honey, pineapple...

Pichon Baron 2013 (750ML)

94 JS / 91 WS / 90 JD / 17 JR This has a really beautiful depth and finish to it with chocolate, blackberry, black currant and light mint character. Full. Very long. Seamless tannins. Hints of acidity. Better in 2019 but...

Produttori del Barbaresco Pora Riserva 2013 (750ML)

95 WS / 94 WE / 94 VM / 92 WA / 17++ JR A rich, cherry- and floral-scented red, effusive in aroma, with the core of cherry prevailing on the palate. Though fleshy, this gives way to firm tannins that line the lingering...

Rampolla Sammarco 2013 (750ML)

98 VM / 97 WS / 95 WA / 94 JS The 2013 Sammarco is a stunning wine. Super-expressive aromatics make a strong opening statement in a wine endowed with myriad dimensions of nuance and complexity. The 2013 is deep and fleshy,...

Rampolla Vigna D'Alceo 2013 (750ML)

100 VM / 96 JS / 95 WS / 94 WA Readers should do whatever they can to get their hands on a few bottles of the 2013 d'Alceo. Seamless and voluptuous in the glass, it is an epic wine that embodies all the qualities that make...

Renato Ratti Barolo Rocche Annunziata 2013 (750ML)

95 WA / 94 JS / 94 WS The Barolo Marcenasco is aged in large casks, whereas the 2013 Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata sees a mix of smaller wood and barrique instead for a more robust and opulent style. This approach works...

Salicutti Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Piaggione SV 2013 (750ML)

97 WA The Salicutti 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Piaggione SV represents a tremendous winemaking effort that pits the extreme purity of Sangiovese against a very special single vineyard located on the upper rim of...

Sassetti Livio Pertimali Brunello di Montalcino 2013 (750ML)

98 JS  This is intense and complex yet subtle with fantastic aromas of rose petal, plum, clove and fresh mushroom. Hints of stems. Full body, focused and polished with a linear line of tannins and fabulous length. A...

Tony Sasa Fiono Di Avellino 2013 (750ML)

“The grape Fiono is characterized by lush notes of quince, orange blossom, spice and hazelnuts with wonderful underlying minerality and bright acidity. It is a perfect pairing with creamy seafood risotto.”...

Tua Rita Redigaffi 2013 (750ML)

99 JS / 97 DE / 98 WA Wine #37 James Suckling's Top 100 Wines of 2015 Superb wine here, offering aromas of dark berries, tobacco, tar, blackberries and black cherries. It changes all the time and is very complex with hints...

Varner Spring Ridge Vineyard Upper Picnic Block Pinot Noir 2013 (750ML)

94 VM   94 Points Antonio Galloni: The 2013 Pinot Noir Upper Picnic is endowed with a real sense of explosive energy that elevates it in this range. The flavors are dark and intense throughout, but it is the wine's...

World's End Rebel Rebel Reserve Chardonnay 2013 (750ML)

92 IWC From a cool Beckstoffer Vineyard just north of San Pablo Bay) Pale, green-tinged yellow. Delicate white peach, lemon drop and white flowers on the nose. Then densely-packed-verging-in-thick, but with very good...

Zena Crown Conifer Pinot 2013 (750ML)

91 WS "Bright and expressive, with a steely edge to the cherry, blackberry and spice flavors. Hints at orange tea as the minerally finish lingers. Drink now through 2021...