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Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2007	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	91	Overall, concentration and wonderful flavors of cassis and berries best describes the 2007 CYRUS. Aromas of black cherry, plum, spice, oak, mint and vanilla fill the glass. There is good entry and balance with flavors of berry, cocoa, mint, coffee and cedar. This rich wine has big structure and a long finish. The intense concentration and great balance will allow this wine to age gracefully for 10-15 years.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2010	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	91	There is great structure along with concentrated fruit in the 2010 Cyrus. In the glass there is terrific color with expressive aromas of cassis, berry, plum, toasty oak and vanilla. This is a rich, complex wine with flavors of dark fruits, spice, oak, vanilla and cocoa powder. Enjoyable upon release, this wine will reward those with the patience to age it.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2012	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	The 2012 Cyrus has dark purple color and intense earthy aromas of cassis, black cherry, chocolate, and cherry along with toasty oak and vanilla. This is a silky wine with flavors of cassis, dark chocolate, dark fruits and chocolate covered cherries. This 2012 vintage boasts smooth texture, excellent balance and a long structured finish.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus (375ML half-bottle) 2008	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	93	The 2008 has intense color and dusty aromas of plum, black cherry, cassis and toasty oak. There are flavors of cherry, plum, vanilla, oak and blackberry. This seamless blend has a good structure on the finish and a long aftertaste.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Dry Rose of Sangiovese 2017	Sonoma County, California	Pink and Rosé	90	Aromas of guava, strawberry, watermelon, raspberry and mint explode out of the glass, while the classic flavors of watermelon, strawberry, peach, berry along with a nice minerality keep you coming back for another sip. The 2017 is a drier style with very bright acidity and a long lasting finish. This vintage is pure California sunshine in a glass and is sure to be a hit with Rosé lovers!
Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2010	Sonoma County, California	White Wine	87	There are aromas of apple, pear, slight pineapple, citrus and spun sugar. In the glass the flavors of apple, pear, citrus, cotton candy are balanced by a touch of slight oak on the finish. This wine is spicy, yet fruity with crisp mouth feel and a long aftertaste.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2014	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	White Wine	89	There are aromas of apple, pear, fresh fruit, pineapple, vanilla and floral notes in the glass. The 2014 is a rich creamy wine with tropical flavors of apple, pear, citrus, peach, apricot and fig. This vintage has nice balance and a very long aftertaste.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2016	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	White Wine	89	There are fresh fruit aromas of apple, pear, pineapple, and vanilla mixed with floral notes and slight oak in the glass. The 2016 is rich and creamy with slight citrus notes along with crisp flavors of pear, apple, tropical fruits, and nectarines. The Viognier adds a slight floral component and a rich mouth-feel. This vintage has bright acidity, nice balance, and a very long aftertaste.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2017	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	White Wine	89	There are fresh fruit aromas of apple, pear, pineapple, and vanilla mixed with floral notes and slight oak in the glass. The 2017 is rich and full bodied with slight citrus notes along with fresh fruit flavors of pear, apple, tropical fruits and peaches. The Viognier adds a slight floral component and contributes to the rich mouth-feel. This vintage is well balanced and has a very long finish. If you are looking for classic California Chardonnay, then this is the wine to order by the case!
Alexander Valley Vineyards Merlot 2009	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	88	The 2009 has aromas of black cherry, blackberry, oak, vanilla, plum and the slight eucalyptus typical of Alexander Valley. In the glass there are flavors of plum, vanilla, more cassis and red fruit, a touch of spice and mint. Overall the 2009 is elegant with good balance and a long aftertaste.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Merlot 2012	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	This wine always impresses red wine lovers. There are spicy, earthy aromas of red cherry, vanilla, oak, cedar, plum and cassis in the glass. This wine has broad mouthfeel with flavors of cherry, cassis, blackberry, plum, dark fruits and chocolate. This is a big, nicely balanced wine with chewy tannins on the long finish.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir 2014	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	The Estate Pinot Noir has classic style with balanced acidity and bright fruit. There are aromas of strawberry, cherry, raspberry, vanilla and oak. Earthy flavors of fresh cherry, blackberry and plum fill the glass along with silky texture and a structured finish.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2008	California	Red Wine	89	In the glass there are aromas of dark fruits, plum, spice and toasty oak. Followed by lush flavors of blackberry, dark fruit, cherry cordial and a long finish. Winemaker Kevin Hall notes that "this is a big wine with mouth filling texture."
Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2009	California	Red Wine	90	In the glass there are aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, plum, chocolate, spice, black pepper and vanilla. There is mouth filling texture with spicy flavors of blueberry, black pepper, dark fruits and a long finish. Winemaker Kevin Hall notes that "this is a big wine."
Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2013	Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	89	This is a dark purple wine with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, plum dark chocolate, black pepper, oak and vanilla. There are spicy flavors of black pepper, blueberry, black cherry and chocolate. Kevin Hall says: “there is mouth filling texture with a long finish on this big wine”.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay 1997	Sonoma County, California	White Wine	88	This wine gives forth a host of aromas on the nose, including pear, melon, citrus, caramel, and sweet vanilla and oak. The palate is equally complex and well integrated, complemented by a creamy mouth feel and bright, lengthy finish. Enjoyable at release, this wine will age gracefully for 8 - 10 years.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin Zinfandel 2010	California	Red Wine	88	The 2010 includes a small amount of Petite Sirah to broaden the mouthfeel on the wine and add a little more dark fruit to the palate. There are aromas of raspberry, plum, black cherry, and citrus. In the glass there are flavors of plum, cranberry, black cherry, and classic spicy black pepper.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin Zinfandel 2012	Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	The 2012 is 100% Zinfandel with aromas of spice, black pepper, dark fruits and vanilla. This refined, well balanced Zinfandel has spicy flavors of plum and black cherry along with black pepper and cocoa powder. There is nice acidity and length to the finish.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2010	California	Red Wine	88	The 2010 includes a small amount of Petite Sirah to broaden the mouthfeel on the wine and add a little more dark fruit to the palate. There are aromas of raspberry, plum, black cherry, and citrus. In the glass there are flavors of plum, cranberry, black cherry, and classic spicy black pepper. The 2010 is a restrained vintage and will reward those with the patience to cellar a few bottles
Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2013	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	89	This purple hued wine is lighter in color than prior years with aromas of plum, strawberry, spice, earth, orange peel, dark fruits and green tea. There are ripe flavors of red cherry, black pepper, blackberry, wild strawberry, vanilla and tea. This mouth-filling wine is a crowd pleaser with nice length and good juicy fruit on a structured finish.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2014	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	This purple-hued wine offers aromas of plum, strawberry, spice, earth, orange peel, dark fruits and green tea. There are ripe flavors of red cherry, black pepper, blackberry, wild strawberry, vanilla, and tea. This mouth-filling wine is a crowd pleaser with nice length and good juicy fruit on a structured finish.
Alexandre Sirech Le Bordeaux 2016	Bordeaux, France	Red Wine	89	Lustrous dark red color, intense and brilliant. The bouquet is full of rich red fruits. Cherries, blackberries, and blackcurrants mingle with hints of vanilla and toast. In the mouth the taste is mellow and succulent. Elegance and freshness blend perfectly. These combined to delicate tannins make this wine an ideal partner for poultry, roasts and grilled meats, as well as ripe, fat cheeses.
Alexandria Nicole Cellars Quarry Butte 2003	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Quarry Butte is an elegantly expressive five varietal blend that packs a punch for the value; capturing the unique terrior of Destiny Ridge Vineyard. Barrel aged in both French and American Oak barrels for 16 months, this blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 4% Syrah, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Malbec is loaded with ripe berry flavors, hints of chocolate, spice and sweet oak that is backed by an elegantly balanced structure and silky smooth finish.
Alfaro Family A Estate Chardonnay 2016	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	White Wine	89	Light straw in color. The intense flavors of pear, apple and white peach are followed by a hint of lemon curd and honeyed oak.
Alfaro Family Estate Pinot Noir 2016	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	Red Wine	93	Medium bodied and deep ruby in color, this wine shows a burst of fruit on the nose and is chock-full of bright cherry, raspberry and spice flavors on the palate. Complex and well-balanced.
Alfaro Family Estate Pinot Noir (375ML half-bottle) 2016	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	Red Wine	93	Deep ruby in color, medium bodied with an explosion of fruit on the nose, chock-full of bright cherry and raspberry flavors on the palate. Complex and well-balanced.
Alfaro Family Gimelli Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel 2017	Cienega Valley, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	90	Rich and flavorful, with notes of blackberry jam, raspberry, and dark cherry.
Alfaro Family Lindsay Paige Vineyard Chardonnay 2015	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	White Wine	90	From Alfaro's flagship vineyard, this Chardonnay is rich with flavor and has a long, lush finish. Hazelnuts and white flowers lead to pure pear and apple fruit, with touches of mineral, honey, and vanilla.
Alfaro Family Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay 2017	Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, Central Coast, California	White Wine	92	Pale straw in color. This wine begins on the nose with the subtle hint of fresh-baked bread, caramel, and cinnamon, then leads to creamy tropical fruit flavors of mango, peach, and pear on the palate, ending in a crisp finish with a nuance of oak.
Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay (375ML half-bottle) 2016	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	White Wine	93	Established in 1980, this dry-farmed vineyard is nestled near the town of Aptos in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Light straw in color, this wine has crisp citrus flavors (think lemon and lime) that jump out of the glass.
Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay (375ML half-bottle) 2018	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	White Wine	91	Notes of citrus and lemon curd with a crisp mineral-like finish. Enjoy with your favorite fish, shellfish, poultry, pork, or dishes that have a cream or butter base.
Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016	Santa Cruz Mountains, California	Red Wine	93	Alfaro Trout Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir is ruby in color with floral aromas and flavors of cherries, raspberries, and strawberries. It has a silky texture with mild tannins and bright acidity. A most versatile wine, it pairs well with salmon, chicken, game birds, most meats, and mushroom dishes.
Alfasi Merlot (OU Kosher) 1998	Chile	Red Wine	85	Description: A well-balanced medium bodied wine with a smooth silky finish.
Alfredo Maestro El Marciano 2013	Spain	Red Wine	91	This cuvee is made up entirely of the late ripening Garnacha grape. This region, west of Madrid, in the Sierra de Gredos possesses a harsh mountain-influenced continental climate with hot days and cool nights, giving great ripeness with excellent acidity to the predominately Garnacha grapes year in and year out.
Alfredo Maestro El Marciano 2016	Spain	Red Wine	92	From 70 year-old Garnacha vines grown on decomposed granite soils at a staggering 1,150 meters elevation in the Gredos mountain range. Destemmed, fermented with wild yeasts and raised in steel vat. El Marciano is an ethereal wine with powerful acidity, red fruit, and mineral notes; great wine to pair with roast pork.
Alfredo Maestro La Guindalera 2012	Spain	Red Wine	92	The La Guindalera cuvée comes from 100% Tinto Fino, aka the local clone of the Tempranillo grape. It is a powerful yet elegant wine intended to be enjoyed a few years after the vintage.
Alfredo Maestro La Olmera 2012	Spain	Red Wine	91	The 'La Olmera' cuvée comes from 100% Tinto Fino, aka the local clone of the Tempranillo grape. It as an age-worthy wine meant to spend several years in the bottle before drinking.
Alfredo Santamaria Crianza Cigales 2008	Spain	Red Wine	90	The 2008 Santamaria Crianza highlights the best qualities of both the region and the grape. Well-balanced and medium-bodied, it displays an array of fruit flavors and hints of spice.
Alheit Cartology 2014	South Africa	White Wine	94	An Exploration of Cape Heritage. Concept: (meaning the study of maps) is a vinous exploration of Cape heritage. It is intended to be a picture of the Cape, seen through the lens of her mature vineyards, in a given vintage. Therefore, the cuveé is composed of rare and extraordinary parcels of mature dryland bushvines. Naturally, the varieties used are also heritage varieties, namely Chenin blanc and Semillon. They have been planted in the Cape for centuries. Cartology 2014 is our favorite so far. The wine is very alive and vibrant. Obviously it’s just a baby, but so far has a nose of lime, fennel and quince. The palate taught, very fine and balanced, with excellent structure and a persistent finish.
Alheit Cartology 2015	South Africa	White Wine	92	This wine is intensely flavoured; ripe pear, honey and limey citrus come to mind. There are herbal/floral notes too - spearmint and lime leaf. As with all Alheit's 2015’s, the natural acid is a treat.
Alheit Cartology 2017	South Africa	White Wine	90	The Chenin comes from parcels in the Skurfberg, Perdeberg, Bottelary, and False Bay. The Semillon comes from the old La Colline block in Franschhoek.The nose shows lemon peel, fennel, spearmint, ripe apple and pear, perhaps a touch of honey. The palate is very vibrant and fine, with ample texture and weight. The finish is long and refreshing.
Alianca Duoro Foral Reserva 2009	Portugal	Red Wine	91	Closed red color. Ripe black fruit and timid smoked notes. It reveals jam notes that shows a perfect maturation of the grapes. Very ripe tannins and well blended with the acidity which makes this a full of character wine.
Alianca Vista Touriga Nacional 2010	Portugal	Red Wine	90	Intense ruby color. Aroma that reveals nuances of mulberry and fig with toasted notes. In the mouth it reveals elegant yet strong tannins, holding a flavour of excellent fruits and spices which give this young wine an impressive personality.
Alice White Cabernet Sauvignon 2002	Australia	Red Wine	85	Distinct aromas of eucalyptus and campfire smoke grace this delicious Cabernet Sauvignon. A robust body and long, clean finish follow on the palate. Food Affinities: This wine is at home with most meats, pastas and cheeses.
Alice White Cabernet-Shiraz Blend 2002	Australia	Red Wine	87	This Shiraz shows aromas, characteristic of Australian Shiraz, of dried cherries, eucalyptus and anise. Medium body and moderate tannins on the palate combine to yield a wine friendly to a wide variety of foods including meats, pastas and most cheeses.
Alice White Chardonnay 2000	Australia	White Wine	85	This wine highlights the distinctive fruit character of Australian Chardonnay. The full, round flavors and long finish complement the fresh apple and citrus elements of the aroma
Alice White Chardonnay 2002	Australia	White Wine	86	This wine highlights the distinctive fruit character of Australian Chardonnay. The full, round flavors and long finish complement the fresh apple and citrus elements of the aroma
Alkoomi White Label Riesling 2018	Western Australia, Australia	White Wine	92	Estate grown Riesling (predominantly a Geisenheim clone planted 2000) from gravelly loam soils. Harvested at 2 am, crushed then pressed while chilled to preserve the delicate Riesling flavors. Free-run juice is fermented in stainless steel and held off from malolactic fermentation. Sterile filtration, minimal sulfur addition. 2.5g/L residual sugar.Colour, brilliant pale gold with green flecks. Intense flavors of grapefruit and musk with a sherbety acidity giving freshness and length to the palate.
Allan Scott Marlborough Chardonnay 1998	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	89	Continuing on the success of the previous vintages, our 1998 Chardonnay shows the benefits of an ideal growing season that produced grapes of exceptional quality. Together with barrel fermentation in new French oak and malolactic fermentation for added complexity and mouthful, the 1998 Chardonnay is an ideal accompaniment to food and refreshingly suitable on its own.
Allan Scott Marlborough Chardonnay 1999	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	88	True to our reputation, the 1999 is another stunning Chardonnay in a similar style to the 1998. Rich ripe fruit flavours are complemented with malolactic fermentation. The wine shows all the elegance and finesse that is typical of our style of winemaking. While approachable now, the 1999 will develop and mature gracefully in the bottle to faithfully deliver for many years to come. The grapes were picked exclusively from our closely controlled vineyards around the winery and batch fermented in our climate controlled cellars. Each batch undergoes rigorous evaluation before being allowed to be part of the prestigious Allan Scott Chardonnay label.
Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling 2000	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	86	Imagine a meadow of wild flowers, sparkling rainbows of dewdrops and clear blue skies. Smell the flowers in the Allan Scott Riesling. These beautiful fresh fragrances lead to clear citrus flavours in harmony with the varietal fruit sweetness. The whole wine is tied together in a perfectly balanced package to tempt the senses. The cool growing season of 2000 has been perfect for our Marlborough white wines, preserving and intensifying the varietal characters. These, together with the crisp fresh palate, gives our Riesling a potential to age for many years.
Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling 2008	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	88	Showing lemon and orange citrus tones and a distinct tropical pineapple aroma, while orange blossom, white stonefruit and spice characters abound. Continuing through to the palate these flavours and the spice complexities combine with the structural compounds of acid and phenolics, resulting in a mouth watering wine with a finish that lasts.
Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2001	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	88	The whole world loves our classical Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. If you too love the powerful varietal vegetal Sauvignon notes, this is the wine for you. The intense sweet characters of asparagus and lychees dominate this wine on the nose, following through to delicious lime/citrus flavours with great depth of palate, ending in a fresh mouth-watering finish. All these characters stem from a cool extended growing season leading up to a vintage with loads of flavour. The low cropping levels from cool years such as 2000, while limiting our volumes, has produced a wine of high intensity.
Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	90	An aromatic mix of limes, passionfruit and melon with undertones of gooseberry and green capsicum adding complexity. The firm but balanced acidity and clean crisp flavors make this a mouth filling and lingering wine.
Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	88	The 2010 Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc has an array of tropical flavours on the nose, with grapefruit and a slight herbaceousness tempered by a nice minerality. The tropical notes, particularly passionfruit follow through to the palate, a hint of nettles showing through, with slight gooseberry characters. All finished off with a good mid palate structure, nicely balanced acidity and excellent length.
Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2001	New Zealand	White Wine	88	Riesling has wide appeal with its floral bouquet, citrus taste and slight residual sweetness. Fermented in stainless steel tanks with little or no skin contact, we place importance on ripeness and good balance to maintain full fruit flavours and freshness. Vinted in a style that is a perfect accompaniment with lunch and dinner menus.
Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2002	New Zealand	White Wine	89	Riesling has wide appeal with its floral bouquet, citrus taste and slight residual sweetness. Fermented in stainless steel tanks with little or no skin contact, we place importance on ripeness and good balance to maintain full fruit flavours and freshness. Vinted in a style that is a perfect accompaniment with lunch and dinner menus.
Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2004	Marlborough, New Zealand	White Wine	90	Vineyard Select 2004 Sauvignon Blanc is a full bodied wine that contains an abundance of fruit characters and a racy acidity. The tropical fruit flavours of passionfruit and melon in conjunction with gooseberry and lime provide a mouth-filling combination. This wine being very lively and approachable also displays a lovely touch of Marlborough herbaceousness.
Allegrini Amarone 1997	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.
Allegrini Amarone 1998	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	95	Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.
Allegrini Amarone 2001	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.
Allegrini Amarone 2003	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Blend: 80% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta
Allegrini Amarone 2004	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	A well-structured, complex, elegant, and velvety wine, with intense ruby red color. It has a warm and spicy bouquet, with aromas of raisins. This wine is traditionally consumed with game, roasted and grilled meats, casseroles, and well matured cheeses. Excellent with hearty dishes and perfectly suited for drinking with Asian and Middle-Eastern dishes. This wine can age for 20 years
Allegrini Amarone 2005	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	Made from Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Oseleta grapes following a thousand-year old appassimento tradition of the Valpolicella region: After the grapes are hand-harvested, they are left to dry for three – four months in shallow racks, stored in a well-ventilated, state-of-the-art drying facility. The result is a super rich and concentrated wine. Amarone is an iconic wine, and is extremely important not just to the Valpolicella region, but to Italian winemaking on the whole.
Allegrini Amarone 2006	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Amarone has a distinctive flavor because of its unique production method. An extremely important wine in Italian viticulture, Amarone is an exclusive and unique symbol of the Valpolicella region. Over the course of time, Allegrini has improved its production method with the goal being to best preserve the characteristics of the fruit whilst drying.
Allegrini Amarone 2007	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Amarone, the exclusive symbol of Valpolicella Classica, is a highly structured, complex, elegant and velvety wine. It has an intense ruby red colour and a warm, spicy bouquet reminiscent of raisined fruit.
Allegrini Amarone 2009	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	This Amarone is deep ruby red, with aromas of raisins, spices, black cherries, and mocha. On the palate, the wine is well-structured, complex, and elegant, with velvety tannins, and a long finish.
Allegrini Amarone 2010	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	This Amarone is deep ruby red, with aromas of raisins, spices, black cherries, and mocha. On the palate, the wine is well-structured, complex, and elegant, with velvety tannins, and a long finish.
Allegrini Amarone 2011	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	The result of the Allegrini family's expertise and a true classic of the appellation, this red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of this spectacular region. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to air dry at least until December, checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy grapes. Lengthy refining and aging finally yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian oenology, alongside Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino. It has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.
Allegrini Amarone 2012	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	The result of the Allegrini family’s expertise and a true classic of the appellation, this red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of this spectacular region. Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta are carefully air dried on racks 90-120 days and checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy skins. In this natural drying, or appassimento, the grapes lose 40-45% of their weight. This meticulous refining and lengthy aging yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian winemaking. Amarone has impressive structure and depth, with aromas of mature fruit and spices. On the palate, the wine’s natural level of alcohol is balanced by bright acidity and refined tannins. The finish has extraordinary length and complexity, recalling notes of dried fruits and baking spice.
Allegrini Amarone 2013	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	This wine has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.
Allegrini Amarone 2014	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	This red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of country ways. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to air dry at least until December and are checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy grapes. Lengthy refining and ageing finally yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian oenology, alongside Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino. It has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.
Allegrini La Grola 1998	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 2000	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	87	A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 2001	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italy's fine cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 1999	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 2003	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italy's fine cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 2004	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Blend: 70% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 10% Syrah and 5% Sangiovese
Allegrini La Grola 2005	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Deep ruby red in color, La Grola offers a wide, embracing bouquet of wild berries, juniper, licorice, tobacco and espresso. Full-bodied yet silky, with juicy tannins, La Grola is the wine of choice for red meat, either roasted or in casseroles, and mellow, aged cheeses.
Allegrini La Grola 2006	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	This single-vineyard blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 10% Syrah and 5% Sangiovese is a full-bodied, intense and elegant wine. All grapes are harvested from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico area: the La Grola vineyard, with its chalky and clayey soils, is located 1,000 feet above sea level. Aged 16 months in French oak, this wine is matured for almost one year in bottle for extra finesse.
Allegrini La Grola 2007	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	Opaque ruby-red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee. On the palate, the wine is rich, elegant and full-bodied. Pairs perfectly with roast steak, lamb or veal.
Allegrini La Grola 2008	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	89	Opaque ruby red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries juniper tobacco and coffee. On the palate the wine is rich, elegant and full-bodied.
Allegrini La Grola 2010	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	Opaque ruby red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries, juniper, tobacco, and coffee. On the palate the wine is rich, elegant, and full-bodied.
Allegrini La Grola 2011	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	A full-bodied, intense and elegant wine. Deep ruby red in color, it has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries and juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Made from Corvina Veronese, Oseleta and Syrah grapes grown in La Grola, one of the most prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico area in terms both of history and
Allegrini La Grola 2012	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	Deep ruby red in color, La Grola has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Full-bodied and intense while maintaining its elegance, this wine is made from Corvina Veronese, and Oseleta grapes grown on the terraced sides of “La Grola” hill, one of the most prestigious sites in the Valpolicella Classico area in terms both of history and position. The high plant density and the resulting low yield work to give this wine its unique concentration. Aging potential is 12-15 years.
Allegrini La Grola 2013	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Deep ruby red in color, La Grola has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Full-bodied and intense while maintaining its elegance, the wineis made from Corvina Veronese and Oseleta grapes grown on terraces. The high plant density and the resulting low yields add to the wine’s unique concentration. Aging potential is 12-15 years.
Allegrini La Grola 2014	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella’s autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun’s warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like aging in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.
Allegrini La Grola 2015	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella's autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun's warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like ageing in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.
Allegrini La Grola 2016	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella's autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun's warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like ageing in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.
Allegrini La Poja 1997	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.
Allegrini La Poja 1998	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.
Allegrini La Poja 1999	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.
Allegrini La Poja 2000	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.
Allegrini La Poja 2001	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	A full bodied, intense and elegant red made from 100% Corvina Veronese grown in the eponymous vineyard. This is the first example in Valpolicella of Corvina Veronese vinified as a single varietal. The inspiration behind this lies with Giovanni Allegrini and stemmed from his passionate belief in the land on which he lived.
Allegrini La Poja 2009	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	The premium quality viticultural techniques yield grapes with great personality and maturity. After over 4 years of aging, the wine is still extraordinarily fresh and crisp with a full spectrum of aromas ranging from fruit to spices and officinal herbs. Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish.
Allegrini La Poja 2010	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	The premium quality viticultural techniques yield grapes with great personality and maturity. After over 4 years of aging, the 100% Corvina wine is still extraordinarily fresh and crisp with a full spectrum of aromas ranging from fruit to spices and officinal herbs. Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish.
Allegrini La Poja 2011	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	92	Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish. La Poja makes an ideal accompaniment to roasted red meats and game. It is excellent with aged cheeses, and a perfect match with white or black truffles.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 1998	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	A smooth full bodied cru. The techniques used for this particular year's production were completely innovative and untraditional. 70% of the grapes picked from the Podere Palazzo della Torre are vinified immediately. The remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December when they are vinified and then refermented with the wine from the fresh grapes.
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Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2007

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

91

Overall, concentration and wonderful flavors of cassis and berries best describes the 2007 CYRUS. Aromas of black cherry, plum, spice, oak, mint and vanilla fill the glass. There is good entry and balance with flavors of berry, cocoa, mint, coffee and cedar. This rich wine has big structure and a long finish. The intense concentration and great balance will allow this wine to age gracefully for 10-15 years.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2010

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

91

There is great structure along with concentrated fruit in the 2010 Cyrus. In the glass there is terrific color with expressive aromas of cassis, berry, plum, toasty oak and vanilla. This is a rich, complex wine with flavors of dark fruits, spice, oak, vanilla and cocoa powder. Enjoyable upon release, this wine will reward those with the patience to age it.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus 2012

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

The 2012 Cyrus has dark purple color and intense earthy aromas of cassis, black cherry, chocolate, and cherry along with toasty oak and vanilla. This is a silky wine with flavors of cassis, dark chocolate, dark fruits and chocolate covered cherries. This 2012 vintage boasts smooth texture, excellent balance and a long structured finish.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Cyrus (375ML half-bottle) 2008

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

93

The 2008 has intense color and dusty aromas of plum, black cherry, cassis and toasty oak. There are flavors of cherry, plum, vanilla, oak and blackberry. This seamless blend has a good structure on the finish and a long aftertaste.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Dry Rose of Sangiovese 2017

Sonoma County, California

Pink and Rosé

90

Aromas of guava, strawberry, watermelon, raspberry and mint explode out of the glass, while the classic flavors of watermelon, strawberry, peach, berry along with a nice minerality keep you coming back for another sip. The 2017 is a drier style with very bright acidity and a long lasting finish. This vintage is pure California sunshine in a glass and is sure to be a hit with Rosé lovers!

Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2010

Sonoma County, California

White Wine

87

There are aromas of apple, pear, slight pineapple, citrus and spun sugar. In the glass the flavors of apple, pear, citrus, cotton candy are balanced by a touch of slight oak on the finish. This wine is spicy, yet fruity with crisp mouth feel and a long aftertaste.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2014

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

White Wine

89

There are aromas of apple, pear, fresh fruit, pineapple, vanilla and floral notes in the glass. The 2014 is a rich creamy wine with tropical flavors of apple, pear, citrus, peach, apricot and fig. This vintage has nice balance and a very long aftertaste.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2016

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

White Wine

89

There are fresh fruit aromas of apple, pear, pineapple, and vanilla mixed with floral notes and slight oak in the glass. The 2016 is rich and creamy with slight citrus notes along with crisp flavors of pear, apple, tropical fruits, and nectarines. The Viognier adds a slight floral component and a rich mouth-feel. This vintage has bright acidity, nice balance, and a very long aftertaste.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2017

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

White Wine

89

There are fresh fruit aromas of apple, pear, pineapple, and vanilla mixed with floral notes and slight oak in the glass. The 2017 is rich and full bodied with slight citrus notes along with fresh fruit flavors of pear, apple, tropical fruits and peaches. The Viognier adds a slight floral component and contributes to the rich mouth-feel. This vintage is well balanced and has a very long finish. If you are looking for classic California Chardonnay, then this is the wine to order by the case!

Alexander Valley Vineyards Merlot 2009

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

88

The 2009 has aromas of black cherry, blackberry, oak, vanilla, plum and the slight eucalyptus typical of Alexander Valley. In the glass there are flavors of plum, vanilla, more cassis and red fruit, a touch of spice and mint. Overall the 2009 is elegant with good balance and a long aftertaste.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Merlot 2012

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

This wine always impresses red wine lovers. There are spicy, earthy aromas of red cherry, vanilla, oak, cedar, plum and cassis in the glass. This wine has broad mouthfeel with flavors of cherry, cassis, blackberry, plum, dark fruits and chocolate. This is a big, nicely balanced wine with chewy tannins on the long finish.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir 2014

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

The Estate Pinot Noir has classic style with balanced acidity and bright fruit. There are aromas of strawberry, cherry, raspberry, vanilla and oak. Earthy flavors of fresh cherry, blackberry and plum fill the glass along with silky texture and a structured finish.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2008

California

Red Wine

89

In the glass there are aromas of dark fruits, plum, spice and toasty oak. Followed by lush flavors of blackberry, dark fruit, cherry cordial and a long finish. Winemaker Kevin Hall notes that "this is a big wine with mouth filling texture."

Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2009

California

Red Wine

90

In the glass there are aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, plum, chocolate, spice, black pepper and vanilla. There is mouth filling texture with spicy flavors of blueberry, black pepper, dark fruits and a long finish. Winemaker Kevin Hall notes that "this is a big wine."

Alexander Valley Vineyards Redemption Zin 2013

Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

89

This is a dark purple wine with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, plum dark chocolate, black pepper, oak and vanilla. There are spicy flavors of black pepper, blueberry, black cherry and chocolate. Kevin Hall says: “there is mouth filling texture with a long finish on this big wine”.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay 1997

Sonoma County, California

White Wine

88

This wine gives forth a host of aromas on the nose, including pear, melon, citrus, caramel, and sweet vanilla and oak. The palate is equally complex and well integrated, complemented by a creamy mouth feel and bright, lengthy finish. Enjoyable at release, this wine will age gracefully for 8 - 10 years.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin Zinfandel 2010

California

Red Wine

88

The 2010 includes a small amount of Petite Sirah to broaden the mouthfeel on the wine and add a little more dark fruit to the palate. There are aromas of raspberry, plum, black cherry, and citrus. In the glass there are flavors of plum, cranberry, black cherry, and classic spicy black pepper.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin Zinfandel 2012

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

The 2012 is 100% Zinfandel with aromas of spice, black pepper, dark fruits and vanilla. This refined, well balanced Zinfandel has spicy flavors of plum and black cherry along with black pepper and cocoa powder. There is nice acidity and length to the finish.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2010

California

Red Wine

88

The 2010 includes a small amount of Petite Sirah to broaden the mouthfeel on the wine and add a little more dark fruit to the palate. There are aromas of raspberry, plum, black cherry, and citrus. In the glass there are flavors of plum, cranberry, black cherry, and classic spicy black pepper. The 2010 is a restrained vintage and will reward those with the patience to cellar a few bottles

Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2013

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

89

This purple hued wine is lighter in color than prior years with aromas of plum, strawberry, spice, earth, orange peel, dark fruits and green tea. There are ripe flavors of red cherry, black pepper, blackberry, wild strawberry, vanilla and tea. This mouth-filling wine is a crowd pleaser with nice length and good juicy fruit on a structured finish.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Temptation Zinfandel 2014

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

This purple-hued wine offers aromas of plum, strawberry, spice, earth, orange peel, dark fruits and green tea. There are ripe flavors of red cherry, black pepper, blackberry, wild strawberry, vanilla, and tea. This mouth-filling wine is a crowd pleaser with nice length and good juicy fruit on a structured finish.

Alexandre Sirech Le Bordeaux 2016

Bordeaux, France

Red Wine

89

Lustrous dark red color, intense and brilliant. The bouquet is full of rich red fruits. Cherries, blackberries, and blackcurrants mingle with hints of vanilla and toast. In the mouth the taste is mellow and succulent. Elegance and freshness blend perfectly. These combined to delicate tannins make this wine an ideal partner for poultry, roasts and grilled meats, as well as ripe, fat cheeses.

Alexandria Nicole Cellars Quarry Butte 2003

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Quarry Butte is an elegantly expressive five varietal blend that packs a punch for the value; capturing the unique terrior of Destiny Ridge Vineyard. Barrel aged in both French and American Oak barrels for 16 months, this blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 4% Syrah, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Malbec is loaded with ripe berry flavors, hints of chocolate, spice and sweet oak that is backed by an elegantly balanced structure and silky smooth finish.

Alfaro Family A Estate Chardonnay 2016

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

White Wine

89

Light straw in color. The intense flavors of pear, apple and white peach are followed by a hint of lemon curd and honeyed oak.

Alfaro Family Estate Pinot Noir 2016

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

Red Wine

93

Medium bodied and deep ruby in color, this wine shows a burst of fruit on the nose and is chock-full of bright cherry, raspberry and spice flavors on the palate. Complex and well-balanced.

Alfaro Family Estate Pinot Noir (375ML half-bottle) 2016

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

Red Wine

93

Deep ruby in color, medium bodied with an explosion of fruit on the nose, chock-full of bright cherry and raspberry flavors on the palate. Complex and well-balanced.

Alfaro Family Gimelli Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel 2017

Cienega Valley, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

90

Rich and flavorful, with notes of blackberry jam, raspberry, and dark cherry.

Alfaro Family Lindsay Paige Vineyard Chardonnay 2015

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

White Wine

90

From Alfaro's flagship vineyard, this Chardonnay is rich with flavor and has a long, lush finish. Hazelnuts and white flowers lead to pure pear and apple fruit, with touches of mineral, honey, and vanilla.

Alfaro Family Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay 2017

Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, Central Coast, California

White Wine

92

Pale straw in color. This wine begins on the nose with the subtle hint of fresh-baked bread, caramel, and cinnamon, then leads to creamy tropical fruit flavors of mango, peach, and pear on the palate, ending in a crisp finish with a nuance of oak.

Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay (375ML half-bottle) 2016

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

White Wine

93

Established in 1980, this dry-farmed vineyard is nestled near the town of Aptos in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Light straw in color, this wine has crisp citrus flavors (think lemon and lime) that jump out of the glass.

Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay (375ML half-bottle) 2018

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

White Wine

91

Notes of citrus and lemon curd with a crisp mineral-like finish. Enjoy with your favorite fish, shellfish, poultry, pork, or dishes that have a cream or butter base.

Alfaro Family Trout Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016

Santa Cruz Mountains, California

Red Wine

93

Alfaro Trout Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir is ruby in color with floral aromas and flavors of cherries, raspberries, and strawberries. It has a silky texture with mild tannins and bright acidity. A most versatile wine, it pairs well with salmon, chicken, game birds, most meats, and mushroom dishes.

Alfasi Merlot (OU Kosher) 1998

Chile

Red Wine

85

Description: A well-balanced medium bodied wine with a smooth silky finish.

Alfredo Maestro El Marciano 2013

Spain

Red Wine

91

This cuvee is made up entirely of the late ripening Garnacha grape. This region, west of Madrid, in the Sierra de Gredos possesses a harsh mountain-influenced continental climate with hot days and cool nights, giving great ripeness with excellent acidity to the predominately Garnacha grapes year in and year out.

Alfredo Maestro El Marciano 2016

Spain

Red Wine

92

From 70 year-old Garnacha vines grown on decomposed granite soils at a staggering 1,150 meters elevation in the Gredos mountain range. Destemmed, fermented with wild yeasts and raised in steel vat. El Marciano is an ethereal wine with powerful acidity, red fruit, and mineral notes; great wine to pair with roast pork.

Alfredo Maestro La Guindalera 2012

Spain

Red Wine

92

The La Guindalera cuvée comes from 100% Tinto Fino, aka the local clone of the Tempranillo grape. It is a powerful yet elegant wine intended to be enjoyed a few years after the vintage.

Alfredo Maestro La Olmera 2012

Spain

Red Wine

91

The 'La Olmera' cuvée comes from 100% Tinto Fino, aka the local clone of the Tempranillo grape. It as an age-worthy wine meant to spend several years in the bottle before drinking.

Alfredo Santamaria Crianza Cigales 2008

Spain

Red Wine

90

The 2008 Santamaria Crianza highlights the best qualities of both the region and the grape. Well-balanced and medium-bodied, it displays an array of fruit flavors and hints of spice.

Alheit Cartology 2014

South Africa

White Wine

94

An Exploration of Cape Heritage. Concept: (meaning the study of maps) is a vinous exploration of Cape heritage. It is intended to be a picture of the Cape, seen through the lens of her mature vineyards, in a given vintage. Therefore, the cuveé is composed of rare and extraordinary parcels of mature dryland bushvines. Naturally, the varieties used are also heritage varieties, namely Chenin blanc and Semillon. They have been planted in the Cape for centuries. Cartology 2014 is our favorite so far. The wine is very alive and vibrant. Obviously it’s just a baby, but so far has a nose of lime, fennel and quince. The palate taught, very fine and balanced, with excellent structure and a persistent finish.

Alheit Cartology 2015

South Africa

White Wine

92

This wine is intensely flavoured; ripe pear, honey and limey citrus come to mind. There are herbal/floral notes too - spearmint and lime leaf. As with all Alheit's 2015’s, the natural acid is a treat.

Alheit Cartology 2017

South Africa

White Wine

90

The Chenin comes from parcels in the Skurfberg, Perdeberg, Bottelary, and False Bay. The Semillon comes from the old La Colline block in Franschhoek.The nose shows lemon peel, fennel, spearmint, ripe apple and pear, perhaps a touch of honey. The palate is very vibrant and fine, with ample texture and weight. The finish is long and refreshing.

Alianca Duoro Foral Reserva 2009

Portugal

Red Wine

91

Closed red color. Ripe black fruit and timid smoked notes. It reveals jam notes that shows a perfect maturation of the grapes. Very ripe tannins and well blended with the acidity which makes this a full of character wine.

Alianca Vista Touriga Nacional 2010

Portugal

Red Wine

90

Intense ruby color. Aroma that reveals nuances of mulberry and fig with toasted notes. In the mouth it reveals elegant yet strong tannins, holding a flavour of excellent fruits and spices which give this young wine an impressive personality.

Alice White Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

Australia

Red Wine

85

Distinct aromas of eucalyptus and campfire smoke grace this delicious Cabernet Sauvignon. A robust body and long, clean finish follow on the palate. Food Affinities: This wine is at home with most meats, pastas and cheeses.

Alice White Cabernet-Shiraz Blend 2002

Australia

Red Wine

87

This Shiraz shows aromas, characteristic of Australian Shiraz, of dried cherries, eucalyptus and anise. Medium body and moderate tannins on the palate combine to yield a wine friendly to a wide variety of foods including meats, pastas and most cheeses.

Alice White Chardonnay 2000

Australia

White Wine

85

This wine highlights the distinctive fruit character of Australian Chardonnay. The full, round flavors and long finish complement the fresh apple and citrus elements of the aroma

Alice White Chardonnay 2002

Australia

White Wine

86

This wine highlights the distinctive fruit character of Australian Chardonnay. The full, round flavors and long finish complement the fresh apple and citrus elements of the aroma

Alkoomi White Label Riesling 2018

Western Australia, Australia

White Wine

92

Estate grown Riesling (predominantly a Geisenheim clone planted 2000) from gravelly loam soils. Harvested at 2 am, crushed then pressed while chilled to preserve the delicate Riesling flavors. Free-run juice is fermented in stainless steel and held off from malolactic fermentation. Sterile filtration, minimal sulfur addition. 2.5g/L residual sugar.Colour, brilliant pale gold with green flecks. Intense flavors of grapefruit and musk with a sherbety acidity giving freshness and length to the palate.

Allan Scott Marlborough Chardonnay 1998

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

89

Continuing on the success of the previous vintages, our 1998 Chardonnay shows the benefits of an ideal growing season that produced grapes of exceptional quality. Together with barrel fermentation in new French oak and malolactic fermentation for added complexity and mouthful, the 1998 Chardonnay is an ideal accompaniment to food and refreshingly suitable on its own.

Allan Scott Marlborough Chardonnay 1999

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

88

True to our reputation, the 1999 is another stunning Chardonnay in a similar style to the 1998. Rich ripe fruit flavours are complemented with malolactic fermentation. The wine shows all the elegance and finesse that is typical of our style of winemaking. While approachable now, the 1999 will develop and mature gracefully in the bottle to faithfully deliver for many years to come. The grapes were picked exclusively from our closely controlled vineyards around the winery and batch fermented in our climate controlled cellars. Each batch undergoes rigorous evaluation before being allowed to be part of the prestigious Allan Scott Chardonnay label.

Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling 2000

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

86

Imagine a meadow of wild flowers, sparkling rainbows of dewdrops and clear blue skies. Smell the flowers in the Allan Scott Riesling. These beautiful fresh fragrances lead to clear citrus flavours in harmony with the varietal fruit sweetness. The whole wine is tied together in a perfectly balanced package to tempt the senses. The cool growing season of 2000 has been perfect for our Marlborough white wines, preserving and intensifying the varietal characters. These, together with the crisp fresh palate, gives our Riesling a potential to age for many years.

Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling 2008

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

88

Showing lemon and orange citrus tones and a distinct tropical pineapple aroma, while orange blossom, white stonefruit and spice characters abound. Continuing through to the palate these flavours and the spice complexities combine with the structural compounds of acid and phenolics, resulting in a mouth watering wine with a finish that lasts.

Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2001

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

88

The whole world loves our classical Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. If you too love the powerful varietal vegetal Sauvignon notes, this is the wine for you. The intense sweet characters of asparagus and lychees dominate this wine on the nose, following through to delicious lime/citrus flavours with great depth of palate, ending in a fresh mouth-watering finish. All these characters stem from a cool extended growing season leading up to a vintage with loads of flavour. The low cropping levels from cool years such as 2000, while limiting our volumes, has produced a wine of high intensity.

Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

90

An aromatic mix of limes, passionfruit and melon with undertones of gooseberry and green capsicum adding complexity. The firm but balanced acidity and clean crisp flavors make this a mouth filling and lingering wine.

Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

88

The 2010 Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc has an array of tropical flavours on the nose, with grapefruit and a slight herbaceousness tempered by a nice minerality. The tropical notes, particularly passionfruit follow through to the palate, a hint of nettles showing through, with slight gooseberry characters. All finished off with a good mid palate structure, nicely balanced acidity and excellent length.

Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2001

New Zealand

White Wine

88

Riesling has wide appeal with its floral bouquet, citrus taste and slight residual sweetness. Fermented in stainless steel tanks with little or no skin contact, we place importance on ripeness and good balance to maintain full fruit flavours and freshness. Vinted in a style that is a perfect accompaniment with lunch and dinner menus.

Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2002

New Zealand

White Wine

89

Riesling has wide appeal with its floral bouquet, citrus taste and slight residual sweetness. Fermented in stainless steel tanks with little or no skin contact, we place importance on ripeness and good balance to maintain full fruit flavours and freshness. Vinted in a style that is a perfect accompaniment with lunch and dinner menus.

Allan Scott Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc 2004

Marlborough, New Zealand

White Wine

90

Vineyard Select 2004 Sauvignon Blanc is a full bodied wine that contains an abundance of fruit characters and a racy acidity. The tropical fruit flavours of passionfruit and melon in conjunction with gooseberry and lime provide a mouth-filling combination. This wine being very lively and approachable also displays a lovely touch of Marlborough herbaceousness.

Allegrini Amarone 1997

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.

Allegrini Amarone 1998

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

95

Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.

Allegrini Amarone 2001

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

Deep purple in color with a bouquet full of dried fruit. Rich and full bodied, intense and elegant. Velvety smooth. Amarone is an extremely important wine in Italian viticulture as it is unique to the Valpolicella region. Recommended with hearty dishes. Excellent with roasted red meats.

Allegrini Amarone 2003

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Blend: 80% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta

Allegrini Amarone 2004

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

A well-structured, complex, elegant, and velvety wine, with intense ruby red color. It has a warm and spicy bouquet, with aromas of raisins. This wine is traditionally consumed with game, roasted and grilled meats, casseroles, and well matured cheeses. Excellent with hearty dishes and perfectly suited for drinking with Asian and Middle-Eastern dishes. This wine can age for 20 years

Allegrini Amarone 2005

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

Made from Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Oseleta grapes following a thousand-year old appassimento tradition of the Valpolicella region: After the grapes are hand-harvested, they are left to dry for three – four months in shallow racks, stored in a well-ventilated, state-of-the-art drying facility. The result is a super rich and concentrated wine. Amarone is an iconic wine, and is extremely important not just to the Valpolicella region, but to Italian winemaking on the whole.

Allegrini Amarone 2006

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Amarone has a distinctive flavor because of its unique production method. An extremely important wine in Italian viticulture, Amarone is an exclusive and unique symbol of the Valpolicella region. Over the course of time, Allegrini has improved its production method with the goal being to best preserve the characteristics of the fruit whilst drying.

Allegrini Amarone 2007

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Amarone, the exclusive symbol of Valpolicella Classica, is a highly structured, complex, elegant and velvety wine. It has an intense ruby red colour and a warm, spicy bouquet reminiscent of raisined fruit.

Allegrini Amarone 2009

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

This Amarone is deep ruby red, with aromas of raisins, spices, black cherries, and mocha. On the palate, the wine is well-structured, complex, and elegant, with velvety tannins, and a long finish.

Allegrini Amarone 2010

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

This Amarone is deep ruby red, with aromas of raisins, spices, black cherries, and mocha. On the palate, the wine is well-structured, complex, and elegant, with velvety tannins, and a long finish.

Allegrini Amarone 2011

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

The result of the Allegrini family's expertise and a true classic of the appellation, this red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of this spectacular region. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to air dry at least until December, checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy grapes. Lengthy refining and aging finally yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian oenology, alongside Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino. It has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.

Allegrini Amarone 2012

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

The result of the Allegrini family’s expertise and a true classic of the appellation, this red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of this spectacular region. Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta are carefully air dried on racks 90-120 days and checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy skins. In this natural drying, or appassimento, the grapes lose 40-45% of their weight. This meticulous refining and lengthy aging yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian winemaking. Amarone has impressive structure and depth, with aromas of mature fruit and spices. On the palate, the wine’s natural level of alcohol is balanced by bright acidity and refined tannins. The finish has extraordinary length and complexity, recalling notes of dried fruits and baking spice.

Allegrini Amarone 2013

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

This wine has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.

Allegrini Amarone 2014

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

This red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of country ways. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to air dry at least until December and are checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy grapes. Lengthy refining and ageing finally yields a red wine that has become emblematic of Italian oenology, alongside Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino. It has imposing structure and depth, as much in its aromas of mature fruit and spices, as on the palate, where the alcohol is sustained by the right degree of acidity and refined tannins.

Allegrini La Grola 1998

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 2000

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

87

A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 2001

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italy's fine cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 1999

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italys fine cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 2003

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

A full-bodied, intense and elegant red wine. This wine is made from grapes from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico region. Its particular microclimatic conditions give the wine very unique characteristics. The wine exemplifies the Allegrini style. Recommended with roasted and grilled meats. La Grola also compliments many of Italy's fine cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 2004

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Blend: 70% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 10% Syrah and 5% Sangiovese

Allegrini La Grola 2005

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Deep ruby red in color, La Grola offers a wide, embracing bouquet of wild berries, juniper, licorice, tobacco and espresso. Full-bodied yet silky, with juicy tannins, La Grola is the wine of choice for red meat, either roasted or in casseroles, and mellow, aged cheeses.

Allegrini La Grola 2006

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

This single-vineyard blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 10% Syrah and 5% Sangiovese is a full-bodied, intense and elegant wine. All grapes are harvested from one of the most noble and prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico area: the La Grola vineyard, with its chalky and clayey soils, is located 1,000 feet above sea level. Aged 16 months in French oak, this wine is matured for almost one year in bottle for extra finesse.

Allegrini La Grola 2007

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

Opaque ruby-red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee. On the palate, the wine is rich, elegant and full-bodied. Pairs perfectly with roast steak, lamb or veal.

Allegrini La Grola 2008

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

89

Opaque ruby red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries juniper tobacco and coffee. On the palate the wine is rich, elegant and full-bodied.

Allegrini La Grola 2010

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

Opaque ruby red in color with arresting aromas of wild berries, juniper, tobacco, and coffee. On the palate the wine is rich, elegant, and full-bodied.

Allegrini La Grola 2011

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

A full-bodied, intense and elegant wine. Deep ruby red in color, it has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries and juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Made from Corvina Veronese, Oseleta and Syrah grapes grown in La Grola, one of the most prestigious vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico area in terms both of history and

Allegrini La Grola 2012

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

Deep ruby red in color, La Grola has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Full-bodied and intense while maintaining its elegance, this wine is made from Corvina Veronese, and Oseleta grapes grown on the terraced sides of “La Grola” hill, one of the most prestigious sites in the Valpolicella Classico area in terms both of history and position. The high plant density and the resulting low yield work to give this wine its unique concentration. Aging potential is 12-15 years.

Allegrini La Grola 2013

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Deep ruby red in color, La Grola has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of wild berries, juniper, tobacco and coffee essence. Full-bodied and intense while maintaining its elegance, the wineis made from Corvina Veronese and Oseleta grapes grown on terraces. The high plant density and the resulting low yields add to the wine’s unique concentration. Aging potential is 12-15 years.

Allegrini La Grola 2014

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella’s autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun’s warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like aging in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.

Allegrini La Grola 2015

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella's autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun's warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like ageing in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.

Allegrini La Grola 2016

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

La Grola is the extraordinary result of the meeting of two great personalities: the hill of La Grola and the Valpolicella's autochthonous grapes. The excellent exposure of the vineyards, which enjoy the sun's warm rays and the cool breezes that come from nearby Lake Garda, allows the grapes to produce their very best. Careful, craftsman-like ageing in the cellar yields a red wine with great elegance, harmony and finesse that can evolve positively for over a decade.

Allegrini La Poja 1997

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.

Allegrini La Poja 1998

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.

Allegrini La Poja 1999

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.

Allegrini La Poja 2000

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

A full bodied, intense and elegant red. This area of the vineyard was planted with the intention of producing a completely original wine. The unique geographic and pedoclimatic conditions of this piece of land combined with a revolutional system of planting, bring out the vine's full potential. It is the first time Corvina Veronese, the most noble and important grape in Valpolicella, has been vinified as a varietal wine. This is a first rate wine by any International standard.

Allegrini La Poja 2001

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

A full bodied, intense and elegant red made from 100% Corvina Veronese grown in the eponymous vineyard. This is the first example in Valpolicella of Corvina Veronese vinified as a single varietal. The inspiration behind this lies with Giovanni Allegrini and stemmed from his passionate belief in the land on which he lived.

Allegrini La Poja 2009

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

The premium quality viticultural techniques yield grapes with great personality and maturity. After over 4 years of aging, the wine is still extraordinarily fresh and crisp with a full spectrum of aromas ranging from fruit to spices and officinal herbs. Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish.

Allegrini La Poja 2010

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

The premium quality viticultural techniques yield grapes with great personality and maturity. After over 4 years of aging, the 100% Corvina wine is still extraordinarily fresh and crisp with a full spectrum of aromas ranging from fruit to spices and officinal herbs. Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish.

Allegrini La Poja 2011

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

92

Full bodied and luscious, with a long, lingering finish. La Poja makes an ideal accompaniment to roasted red meats and game. It is excellent with aged cheeses, and a perfect match with white or black truffles.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 1998

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

A smooth full bodied cru. The techniques used for this particular year's production were completely innovative and untraditional. 70% of the grapes picked from the Podere Palazzo della Torre are vinified immediately. The remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December when they are vinified and then refermented with the wine from the fresh grapes.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 1999

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

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Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2000

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

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