2013

Altesino Brunello di Montalcino 2013 (5.0L)

94+ WA / 94 JS / 93 VM The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino is absolutely unique in terms of its aromatic display. To me, the nose is particularly beautiful because I have a preference for balsamic notes of cola, mint or...

Beaucastel Hommage a Jacques Perrin 2013 (1.5L)

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...

Bruno Giacosa Barolo le Rocche (White Label) 2013 (750ML)

97 JS / 95 WA / 95 WS This is incredibly powerful and structured with so much tannin backbone and ripe fruit. Aromas of plums and hazelnuts. Full-bodied and chewy. Fabulous finish. Needs three to four years to come together...

Casanova Di Neri Cerretalto 2013 (750ML)

97 WA / 97 JS / 96 DE There are a handful of wines in Italy that make me nervous before I taste them because my expectations are so high. This is one of those wines. Indeed, previous editions of Cerretalto have earned the...

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...

Comtes Lafon Volnay Santenots 1er Cru 2013 (1.5L)

91 BH / 91-93 WA Note: from 40+ year old vines planted in shallow, high clay content soil sitting on a bed of solid rock; 15 hl/ha Tasting note: A notably fresh nose features aromas of kirsch, spice, red currant and herbal...

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...

Domenico Clerico Barolo Aeroplan Servaj 2013 (750ML)

96 WA This wine was not produced in 2012. The excellent 2013 Barolo Aeroplan Servaj (with fruit from the clay soils of Baudana in Serralunga d'Alba) is a powerful, generous and dramatic wine that promises a very long...

Folk Machine Charbono 2013 (750ML)

Typical for the grape, this wine is very dark in color and heavy in the nose. It unexpectedly actually drinks very pretty, almost light. The tannin level is very moderate given the way it looks and smells. The label was...

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...

La Jota Howell Mountain Merlot 2013 (750ML)

94 RP The 2013 Merlot Howell Mountain is a blend of 91% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, aged in 80% new French oak. The wine is dense and exhibits loads of mocha, lead-pencil shavings, black cherry...

Lafleur 2013 (750ML)

Les Forts De Latour Ex-Chateau 2013 (750ML)

92 JS A tannic and savory red with currant, blackberry and stone character. Full body, chewy texture and a fresh finish. Bright acidity. Iodine, oyster shell and black currant. Drink in 2019. - James...

Louis Roederer Brut Rose 2013 (750ML)

94 JS / 93 VM / 93 WE / 92 WS / 17.5 JR White fruit immediately on the nose, as well as some very strong lemon and lime notes. Some gently chalky notes, too, from the Chouilly chardonnay, which is super chalky. The palate...

Monte Tondo Soave Spumante 2013 (750ML)

Petrolo Galatrona 2013 (6.0L)

98 JS / 97+ WA Wine #61 James Suckling's Top 100 Wines of 2015The violets and blackberries show wonderfully on the nose here, yet this remains subtle and complete with hints of walnuts. Full body, ultra-fine and firm...

Rampolla Sammarco 2013 (1.5L)

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 (1.5L)

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...

Raymond Lafon 2006 (375ML)

92 WA / 91 WS Tasted blind at Southwold 06 Bordeaux tasting. It is adorned with a straightforward, no frills Sauternes nose, good definition, barley sugar, lemon curd and honey, gaining in intensity in the glass. The palate...

San Filippo Le Lucere Brunello 2013 (750ML)

96 JS / 95 WS / 94+ VM Subtle and complete aromas of cherry, flowers, and orange peel. Full body, round and velvety tannins. So pretty and refined. Polished. A gorgeous wine. Drink or hold. - James Suckling As much savory...

Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (750ML)

92 DE / 90 WS Big and bold, with sweet and spicy fruit flavours and a dark blackberry and chocolate nose, this wine has a long tannic finish. It’s likable and modern in style, not as sweet as in the past, and with...

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...