2013

Aldo Conterno Barolo Romirasco 2013 (750ML)

98 JS / 97 WA / 96 DE / 95 WS / 18 JR Beautiful dark fruits of crushed raspberries and blueberries plus hints of champignon mushrooms and black truffles. Lavender undertones. Full and chewy with lots of tannins. Old vines...

Beaucastel Hommage a Jacques Perrin 2013 (750ML)

98 JS / 96+ WA 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 ancient...

Cantina del Pino Barbaresco Albesani 2013 (750ML)

95 VM / 94 WA Usually a rich, bombastic wine, the 2013 Barbaresco Albesani shows more finesse than I remember seeing in the past. There is plenty of the power that is so typical of this site, but at the same time, the 2013...

Carlin de Paolo Rosso Piemonte 2013 (750ML)

"Cherry, plum, and floral notes define this light-medium body red with gentle tannins. A blend of Barbera, Dolcetto, and Bonarda, it brings together the classic and obscure in a refined, yet accessible wine." - Cellar...

Casanova Di Neri Tenuta Nuova 2013 (750ML)

98 JS / 97 WA / 96 WS / 95+ VM / 94 DE #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...

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...

Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon 2013 (1.5L)

98+ WA / 96 WS / 96 VM The star of the show in 2013 is the 2013 Ermitage le Pavillon. Coming from the west and eastern edges of the Bessards lieu-dit and aged in 30% new French oak, its sensational black/blue color is...

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...

Crowley Chardonnay 2013 (750ML)

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...

Donkey And Goat Carignane 2013 (750ML)

75 year old dry farmed Carignane vines from Mendocino produced a wine worthy of its Spanish heritage. This is a meaty yet nimble red wine that stands up with an array of fall cuisine and pleases many crowds with its...

Efeste Feral Sauvignon Blanc 2013 (750ML)

92-ST Pale straw. Pungent aromas of lime, lemongrass and passion fruit. Thicker and seemingly riper than the bracing 2012 version, displaying terrific sappy density to the flavors of lemon drop and green melon. Finishes...

Elizabeth Spencer Sauvignon Blanc 2013 (750ML)

The aromas in this wine are very complex with white peach and apricot, yellow grapefruit, and lemon blossoms erupting from the glass. The fruit aromatics carry through on the entry and lend sweetness to the mineral driven...

Ferrari-Carano Reserve Chardonnay 2013 (750ML)

91 RP 91 Points Wine Advocate: Another winner in the white wines is the 2013 Chardonnay Reserve, which spends a surprising 16 months in French oak prior to being bottled. This has been another winner from Ferreri-Carano,...

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...

Geil Spatburgunder 2013 (750ML)

Gilbert Cellars Estate Gewurztraminer 2013 (750ML)

"100 % Gewurztraminer from the Sunrise Vineyard on the the Hackett Ranch at the Gilbert Cellars Estate. Crafted from fruit grown on our treasured Estate Sunrise vineyard, this Gewurtzraminer leads with bright, aromas of...

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...

Gramercy Cellars Syrah 2014 (750ML)

93 WA / 91 VM Olive tapenade, licorice, smoked herbs and plenty of peppery black fruits emerge from the 2014 Columbia Valley Syrah, and it's medium to full-bodied, rich, concentrated and beautifully textured. It's another...

Guiraud 2013 (750ML) Ex-Chateau

95 JS / 93 DE / 18 JRExtremely intense aromas of dried mushroom, flower petal with pineapples and apricots. Full body, medium sweet and a fantastic intensity of botrytis. Very structured and rich. A classic styled Sauternes...

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"...

JL Chave Mon Coeur Cotes-du-Rhone 2013 (750ML)

90 VM 90 Points Vinous Media: Vivid ruby. Ripe and perfumed on the nose, displaying energetic red and blue fruit aromas and a hint of white pepper. Broad, sappy and seamless in the mouth, offering sweet black raspberry and...

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'Orangerie De Carignan Blanc 2013 (750ML)

The wine has a pale yellow brilliant color and a very fragrant nose that is fruity with a touch of white flowers. On the palate it is fresh with notes of citrus and has a very ample and mineral finish. -Winery

La Spinetta Vursu Vigneto Barolo Campe 2013 (750ML)

96 JS / 95 WA / 94+ VM / 94 WS Intense aromas of sweet tobacco, strawberries and light meat. Full body, soft and silky tannins and a beautiful finish. So much fruit here. Drink in 2019. James Suckling This wine was...

Lafleur 2013 (750ML)

Lisini Brunello di Montalcino 2013 (750ML)

96 WS / 93 WA / 93 VM Lisini's 2013 Brunello di Montalcino opens to a delightful appearance that sees shades of garnet and dark ruby blend into one. The bouquet is sprightly and buoyant, thanks to a pretty ensemble of wild...

Masseto 2013 (1.5L)

98 JS / 97 WA / 97 VM / 96 WS 98 Points James Suckling: Aromas of blueberry, violet, and rose that turn to black truffle. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and very long. So gorgeous and persistent. It goes on for minutes.97...

Ministry Of The Vinterior Chardonnay Russian River 2013 (750ML)

Monte Tondo Soave Spumante 2013 (750ML)

Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (750ML)

93pts Vinous Media:  "A big, explosive wine, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder hits the palate with serious intensity and pure power. Rich, deep and authoritative in personality, the 2013 speaks with real presence...

Ornellaia 2013 (1.5L)

98 JS / 96+ VM / 96 WA Amazing graphite and violet aromas with dark fruits. Medium to full body, ultra-velvety tannins and a long and beautiful finish. Formed and tight. I love the fresh ginger underneath it all. This has a...

Parabellum Cabernet by Force Majeure 2013 (750ml)

91 WE   91 Points Wine Enthusiast: Brooding aromas of barrel spice, dried herbs, cranberry and black cherry lead to ripe but in focus pit-fruit flavors that show a pleasing sense of harmony. A squeeze of firm tannins...

Petrolo Galatrona 2013 (3.0L)

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...

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...

RouteStock "Route 121" Carneros Chardonnay 2013 (750ML)

This wine is one from the greatly respected portfolio of Wilson Daniels who source the prestigious Domaine Leflaive and Domaine de la Romanée-Conti.  Needless to say this RouteStock Chardonnay is a fantastic...

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...

Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (750ML)

90 WS Pure, rich and firm, with an enticing core of blackberry, black olive, dill and herb flavors, ending with a cedary oak edge. Impressive for the mix of intensity and balance. Drink now through 2032. - James Laube, Wine...

Thibault Liger Belair Chambolle Musigny les Gruenchers 1er Cru 2014 (750ML)

90-92 BH Tasting note: An exceptionally pretty if quite restrained nose speaks of red pinot fruit liqueur, floral and spice scents. There is good volume and plenty of dry extract to the rich, round and utterly delicious...

Trapet Latricieres Chambertin 2013 (750ML)

93-95 WA The 2013 Latricieres-Chambertin Grand Cru has a serious bouquet with the same disposition as the Chapelle-Chambertin: focused, intense, obdurate and introspective. The palate is a little more succulent perhaps, the...

Tua Rita Redigaffi 2013 (750ML)

99 JS / 97 DE / 98 WA Wine #37 James Sucklings 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...

Vietti Barolo Lazzarito 2013 (750ML)

96 VM / 96 WA / 94 JS This tasting of the 2013 Barolo Lazzarito confirms just how far the wine has come along in recent vintages. Creamy, ample and potent, the 2013 offers an intriguing interplay of aromatics, fruit and...

Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2013 (750ML)

92 VM / 91 WA Succulent dark cherry, plum, lavender, menthol and French oak are very nicely delineated in the 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva. There is lovely depth and juiciness to the fruit, but the Riserva remains very...