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Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2001	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2003	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	87
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2004	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full-bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2005	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	Dense and deep ruby red in color, Palazzo della Torre is loaded with luscious aromas of currant, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied and rich it is a classic accompaniment to grilled or roasted meats and barbecued ribs.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2006	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style. After the harvest, the grapes from the Palazzo della Torre vineyard follow two different paths: 70% of the grapes picked are vinified immediately, and the remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December. The fresh juice obtained at harvest is blended with the juice for the dried grapes, initiating a second fermentation, and rendering a more highly concentrated and complex wine.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2007	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Deep ruby-red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, blackberries and hints of dates and mocha. Pairs well with full-flavored pasta and risotto dishes, roast poultry and chorizo. Also excellent with hard and semi-hard cheeses.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2009	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	89	Deep ruby red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, black berries and hints of dates and mocha.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2010	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Deep ruby red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, blackberries, and hints of dates.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2011	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	The vineyard surrounds Villa della Torre, a splendid masterpiece of Renaissance architecture now owned by the family, and produces a full-bodied red wine with aging potential of at least ten years. The blend is the historic combination of Corvina and Rondinella with the addition of a small quantity of Sangiovese. A small percentage of the harvested grapes are left to dry out until December, then added to the previously vinified fresh grapes. The result is a velvety, well-balanced red wine that offers profound, mature fruit.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2013	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	This is one of the wines that has made Allegrini famous throughout the world. The vineyard surrounds Villa della Torre, a splendid masterpiece of Renaissance architecture now owned by the family, and produces a full-bodied red wine that has an ageing potential of at least ten years. The blend is the historic combination of Corvina and Rondinella with the addition of a small quantity of Sangiovese. A small percentage of the harvested grapes are left to dry out until December and then added to the previously vinified fresh grapes. The result is a velvety, well-balanced red wine that proffers mature, pulpy fruit.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2014	Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	91	#78
Allegrini Soave 2004	Soave, Veneto, Italy	White Wine	87	A bright straw yellow in color, the nose has a fresh perfume with prominent flower notes. This is a structured wine with a smooth taste and fruity characteristics."
Allegrini Valpolicella 1999	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	86	Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2000	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	87	Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2001	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	87	Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2003	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2006	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	60% Corvina Veronese, 35% Rondinella and 5% Molinara
Allegrini Valpolicella 2011	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	93	Vibrant ruby red in color with fresh cherry and plum aromas. This is an excellent accompaniment to Italian antipasti pasta dishes and other typical Mediterranean cuisine and is the perfect red wine match for fish.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2012	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	88	Ruby red in color, with purplish-blue highlights; the nose exhibits fragrant fruit with prominent notes of cherries, echoed by fresher hints of pepper and aromatic herbs, typical of Corvina and Corvinone, the historic varietals of this appellation. Whilst young it is impressively lively and playful on the palate whereas some two years on it expresses greater delicacy and finesse.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2016	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Ruby red in color, with purplish-blue highlights, this wine offers up classic qualities of Corvina, the historic grape variety of the appellation. The fragrant nose is filled with red fruit and aromatic herbs, and the wine’s flavors echo the nose, led by prominent notes of cherries with fresh hints of pepper and more herbs. This young wine is distinctly lively and playful on the palate, while maintaining great elegance and finesse.
Allegrini Valpolicella 2018	Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy	Red Wine	90	Well-structured wine, with a soft, long and persistent finish. Brilliant ruby red in color, with a pleasant scent of wild berries. Dry and velvety on the palate, it is characterized by a bitter almond finish.
Allram Hasel Alte Reben Kamptal Reserve Gruner Veltliner 2014	Kamptal, Austria	White Wine	95	#70
Allram Trocken Kamptal Strassertaler Gruner Veltliner 2013	Austria	White Wine	90	This wine is the quintessence of a typical Grüner Veltliner of our wine growing region. Delicate peppery aroma with refreshing citrus notes on the pallet, spicy, charming and light, clear pepperiness.
Alma de Los Andes Reserva Malbec 2012	Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	91	Selected grapes from Agrelo and Uco Valley are treated to long maceration and 12 months of oak treatment to produce this delicious, intensely fruity Malbec that features notes of blueberry and boysenberry with a touch of minerality.
Alma Negra 2004	Argentina	Red Wine	91	This is a blend of 60% Bonarda and 40% Malbec. The wines shows notes of dried cherry and spice. On the palate, dark fruit is tightly wound around a core of ripe and dense tannin. This wine is full bodied as it exhibits great length that gives way to a finish that shows off coffee, cinnamon and ripe black cherries.
Alma Negra Brut Nature Rose	Mendoza, Argentina	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Zingy lime with crisp acidity.
Alma Negra M Blend 2012	Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	90	Dark fruit on the nose leads to flavors of dried cherries and dark fruit with a hint of chocolate in this dense and structured wine. Lots of berryfruit and cherry in the mouth along with a touch of smoke. The finish lingers with dark ripe fruit, balanced acidity and a smooth mouthfeel.
Alma Negra M Blend 2013	Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	91	Dense, dark and rich with an intriguing untamed wildness, developsaromas of dark fruits, coffee, graphite and petrichor -that wonderfulearthy smell that happens when the raindrops hit the ground. On the palate, it flows smoothly with full round tannins and lingers for a long time with echoes of dark ripe fruit and warm expresso. What does the “M” stands for? Mendoza, moon, mystery, malbec, magic. It’s up to the drinker.
Alma Negra M Blend 2015	Mendoza, Argentina	Red Wine	90	Shows elegant notes of spice aromas, Violets and mature blueberries. The palate has a great body, powerful but balanced. The secrets of this blend incite enjoyment without revealing itself. Dense, dark and tasty, so intriguing, with aromas of black fruit, coffee and a wonderful earthy smell. On the palate, it flows smoothly with rounded tannins complete with echoes of ripe cooked fruit.
Alma Negra Misterio 2008	Argentina	Red Wine	91	Ripe fruit and plum aromas give way to a concentrated palate full of dark fruit and spice. The elegant texture makes this wine even more luxurious and the red and blue berryfruit continue well into the lengthy finish.
Alma Negra Red Blend 2007	Argentina	Red Wine	91	Blend: 85% Bonarda, 10% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc
Alma Negra Red Blend 2009	Argentina	Red Wine	90	Dark fruit on the nose leads to flavors of dried cherries and dark fruit with a hint of chocolate in this dense and structured wine. Lots of berryfruit and cherry in the mouth along with a touch of smoke. The finish lingers with dark ripe fruit, balanced acidity and a smooth mouthfeel.
Alma Rosa Clone 115 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	92	The 2012 Pinot Noir – Clone 115 has an earthy, beet root, blueberry nose. The flavors are pleasant and mouth-filling, of spicy pepper. The wine exhibits complete tannins with a long finish.
Alma Rosa Clone 667 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	90	Pleasant caramelized raspberry nose, luscious long finishing flavors with smoothly refined tannin structure.
Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2007	Central Coast, California	White Wine	93	Fresh and citrusy in the nose, lemon-lime and wispyaromatic oak, a somewhat banana-esque character leads toa clean yet round mouthfeel, a long-lasting finish with abit of flintiness... 25-year-old vines, farmed organically;stainless-steel fermentation, no malolactic and short termaging in used French oak; it all adds up to a classicChardonnay in the Montrachet mold. Serve cool withpowerful cheeses; fried seafood; roasted chicken; porkroast with apples and cabbage; root vegetable gratins…
Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2012	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	White Wine	90	The 2012 El Jabali Chardonnay has a brilliant straw color and a pleasant, flowery aroma with hints of vanilla. Its flavors are complete and mouth filling. This Chardonnay from our vineyard on our home ranch has an excellent soft tannin structure with a bright acid finish.
Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2014	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	White Wine	91	The 2014 Chardonnay El Jabali has a brilliant straw color. The nose is of dry straw and lemongrass. Flavors of lemongrass, mineral, and white peach with a long finish with creamy notes. This wine has a juicy loquat, mouth-filling flavor.
Alma Rosa La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	92	The 2012 La Encantada Pinot Noir has a brilliant, translucent ruby color, and a pleasant, spicy nose of blackberry, tea, and orange zest. It has round mouthfilling blackberry flavors as well as long black cherry flavors, and is supported by pleasant tannin. The legs reflect excellent glycerin content. This wine should age five to seven years.
Alma Rosa Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2014	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	White Wine	92	This wine has elegant aromas of white fruit and citrus. The mouthfeel is, likewise, reflective of the sandy nature of the soils, marked by focus and silky texture.
Alma Rosa Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2016	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	White Wine	90	Opens up in the glass with aromas of lemon zest and lychee, complemented by fresh earth and flinty minerality. On the palate, it displays a scintillating acidity, highlighting the lemon curd character. Finishes clean and crisp.
Alma Rosa Santa Rita La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008	Central Coast, California	Red Wine	90	It's as if this wine as lurking in the darkness waiting to pounce – Gotcha! Dark spice, dark fruit, underlaid with subtlety, yet forceful with that come hither – get lost look from down at the other end of the bar.
Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2008	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	91	Positively brimming with fruity aromatics and flavors, we find this wine (made from grapes from our certified organic estate vineyards) dominated by a mix of fresh crushed berries and dark cherries, shot through with a floral-spice element and a beet-root-meets-cola essence. The wine showcases the dark rich side of Pinot Noir and already has a supple smooth texture with clean acidity. We'd suggest roasts and grilled meats as accompaniments; barbeque shrimp with grits; pan-roasted salmon filets, etc!
Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2013	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	91	With an intense, dark ruby color and deep aromas of blackberry and brown spice, the 2013 Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills shows flavors of plum and light cocoa from extended aging in French Oak. A strong tannic backbone and bright acidity suggests a cellaring potential of 5 or more years.
Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014	Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	90	With an intense, dark ruby color and deep aromas of blackberry and brown spice, this Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills shows flavors of plum and light cocoa from extended aging in French Oak. A strong tannic backbone and bright acidity suggests a cellaring potential of 5 or more years.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009	Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2013	Chile	Red Wine	92	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2014	Chile	Red Wine	92	The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2015	Chile	Red Wine	93	An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.
Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva 1996	Chile	Red Wine	92	Plum red with a slight terracotta tint around the edges.Perfumed with floral aromas and notes of smoky tobacco and loam. Dried rose petals and ripe plum evolve toward resin and leather. The whole is enveloped in aromas of fig conserves and bay leaf.The attack is silky and balanced with nice, fresh, supple tannins. Dried flowers, pine bark and forest undergrowth. A very harmonious and ethereal wine with a long lasting and smooth finish.A wonderful vintage.
Almaviva 1999	Chile	Red Wine	90	Fragrant and aristocratic nose, with notes of cherries, blackberries and cigar box. Smooth tannins and the sweetness of bitter chocolate.
Almaviva 2001	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	This dark ruby red wine is deep and opaque. Ripe wild strawberry confiture, peppery chocolate, hints of fresh mint leaves, blackberries, tobacco, whole coffee beans and leather are concentrated in a very rich mineral nose. This powerful wine reveals a silky, ample attack with a full bodied, massive and balanced structure. Dark chocolate, cypress, dried currants, and plums are persistent throughout the long-lasting finish. This is a superb wine with great ageing potential.
Almaviva 2003	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	94
Almaviva 2004	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	Fragrant and aristocratic nose, with notes of cherries, blackberries and cigar box. Smooth tannins and the sweetness of bitter chocolate.
Almaviva 2005	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	94	"Gorgeous aromas of warm chocolate ganache and mocha lead the way for a rich, velvety palate loaded with currant, fig paste, black licorice, cassis bush and bramble notes. The long, juicy finish has great grip and density, with echoes of graphite, dark fruit and minerality. This should really reward cellaring. Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot (the first vintage to include Petit Verdot). Best from 2009 through 2019."
Almaviva 2006	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	A Bordeaux blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon26% Carmenère, 9% Cabernet Franc and 2% Merlot.
Almaviva 2007	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	93	Deep, intense, opaque ruby red. The nose reveals a generous and powerful bouquet of blackberries, ripe cassis, licorice and violets, with mineral hints and fine notes of vanilla, coffee, black pepper, incense and dark chocolate. The mouth shows an outstanding balance, full of density, life, roundness and savors. The ripe, silky, concentrated and enrobed tannins give to the wine an incomparable voluptuous texture, as the evolution leaves an impression of plenitude and harmony. An extraordinary complex and powerful wine, full-bodied, persistent and layered, perfectly balanced by a great acidity.An exceptional and superb vintage with great aging potential.
Almaviva 2008	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	Deep, intense ruby red.The nose reveals pure, delicate aromas of ripe blackcurrants, wild strawberries and blackberries, blended with hints of minerals and fine notes of vanilla, coffee, licorice and spices. The mouth shows outstanding balance, a firm tannic structure anbd exceptional length.The tannins are ripe, refined and concentrated, contributing to the density and elegant texture of the wine.
Almaviva 2009	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva 2010	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	The wine is dark ruby red, with attractive purple tones. The nose, elegant and layered, reveals pure and delicate aromas of ripe cassis, blackberries and wild strawberries, nicely associated with vanilla, spices and coffee beans. The mouth shows outstanding balance, great acidity, elegance, freshness and exceptional persistence. The tannins are ripe, round, well condensed and silky, enhancing the dense and fleshy character of the year. A brilliant wine, constant and precise in its character, with finesse and harmony.
Almaviva 2011	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	The wine is a deep, intense ruby red. The nose, complex and subtle, reveals delicate and clean aromas of ripe cassis, fig and blackberries, accompanied by vanilla, cacao and toffee notes. The wine fills the mouth with smooth, well-refined and silky tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, persistence and freshness. This is a pure, elegant and layered wine, harmoniously balanced by a great acidity.
Almaviva 2012	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.
Almaviva 2013	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.
Almaviva 2014	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	92	The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.
Almaviva 2015	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	93	An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.
Almaviva 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva (3 Liter) 2014	Chile	Red Wine	92	The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.
Almaviva (3 Liter) 2015	Chile	Red Wine	93	An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.
Almaviva (3 Liter) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Almaviva (375ML half-bottle) 2009	Chile	Red Wine	96	Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.
Almaviva (6 Liter) 2018	Maipo Valley, Chile	Red Wine	96	Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.
Aloft Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2008	Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California	Red Wine	93	The family compiled a dream team capable of harnessing the vineyard's potential, by hiring Napa Valley's highly regarded vineyard manager, Jim Barbour and world-class winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. After years of collaboration with the singular focus of producing the finest Cabernet Sauvignon possible, the team is proud to release the inaugural vintage – the 2008 Aloft Cabernet Sauvignon.
Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2000	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Brilliant straw-yellow color.
Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2002	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	92	Brilliant straw-yellow colour. Very perfumed, rich, slightly smoky, uplifted varietal aroma paired with elegant oak spice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quiet soft creamy, delicate and with a fresh finish. Remarkably long and spicy on the palate.
Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2004	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	"Fresh and floral with clean green apple character. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, long finish. Lively and beautiful."
Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2006	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Brilliant straw-yellow color. Very perfumed, rich, slightly smoky, uplifted varietal aroma paired with elegant oakspice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quite soft and creamy, delicate with afresh finish. Remarkably long and spicy on the palate.
Alois Lageder Cabernet Sauvignon Cor Romigberg 1997	Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy	Red Wine	92	Deep, intense cherry-red color.
Alois Lageder Chardonnay Lowengang 1998	Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy	White Wine	85	Description: Brilliant, gold yellow colour with a green shimmer.
Alois Lageder Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio Beta Delta 2008	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Bright, light straw-yellow colour with a green tinge. Quite perfumed, rich aroma with mineral notes; impressions of ripe subtropical fruits. Well balanced flavor, medium-bodied, with good persistency on the palate. Nice citrus touches and an attractive crisp, fresh fruit aftertaste. Good length. Drink between 2010 – 2013.
Alois Lageder Dolomitti Pinot Grigio 2009	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	93	Brilliant straw yellow with a green shimmer. Quite pronounced and expressive aroma with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this will drink well for 2 to 4 years. This wine pairs beautifully with starters (both fish or meat), pâtés and terrines, fish and shellfish, poultry, white meat and mushrooms.
Alois Lageder Dolomitti Pinot Grigio 2016	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio is a brilliant straw yellow with green shimmer. There are quite pronounced and expressive aromas of flowers with somewhat spicy notes. There is rich flavor in the mouth, with slight smokiness at teh back and a good, fresh finish.
Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2002	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Here's a fun spring/summer wine! This
Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2006	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	Brilliant straw yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavor, light to medium-bodied with a fresh mouth-watering finish.
Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2009	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	The wine displays a brilliant straw yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavour, light to mediumbodied with a fresh mouth-watering finish.When properly cellared, this wine may be kept for at least 2 - 4 years.
Alois Lageder Pinot Blanc Haberle 2007	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted varietal aroma combined with very well integrated oak spice on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium bodied with a round and fresh mouth-watering finish. When cellared well, this wine may be kept for 3 to 5 years.
Alois Lageder Pinot Blanc Haberle 2008	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted varietal aroma combined with very well integrated oak spice on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium-bodied with a round and fresh mouth-watering finish. When cellared well, this wine may be kept for 3 to 5 years.
Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2002	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	91	Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.
Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2003	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.
Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2004	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	89	Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.
Alois Lageder Porer Pinot Grigio 2017	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	90	Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very aromatic, opulent, uplifted varietal aroma paired with pronounced mineral notes and elegant oak spice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quite soft and creamy, refined and with a fresh finish. Remarkably long and aromatic on the palate.
Alois Lageder Portico dei Leoni Bianco 2005	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	A proprietary blend of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco and Muller Thurgau, the wine has a brilliant straw-yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted aroma combined with an elegant aromatic twist on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium bodied with a round and soft though fresh, mouth-watering finish.
Aloja Cellars Negre 2010	Spain	Red Wine	90	This red wine from Montsant is made from a blend of 40% Garnacha, 25% Carinena, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Syrah. The vineyards are located in the Falset valley and are between 10-80 years old. It is aged for 3 months in a combination of French and American oak.
Alpha Box & Dice Tarot Grenache 2018	McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia	Red Wine	90	Aromas of toffee apples and redskins, strawberries and cream. The palate is sweet, rich and full-bodied with notes of white pepper, cherry, mulberries and blackforest cake.
Alois Lageder 2009 Vogelmaier Moscato Giallo 2008	Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy	White Wine	88	Bright straw-yellow colour with green reflections. Fresh, clean aroma; quite pronounced floral notes and impressions of subtropical fruit. Medium-bodied, vinous with a harmonious flavor, dry. Good fresh, quite intense, long lasting aftertaste. When properly cellared, this wine will may be kept for at least 3 to 5 years.
Alpha Estate Axia Malagouzia 2012	Greece	White Wine	90	Brilliantly, light yellow in color with greenish tints. Strong and lively nose, typical Malagouzia, suggesting rose petal with floral aromas and sweet spices, melon, litchi with a note of honeysuckle. Round and mellow on the palate, fat but balanced, high in alcoholwith plenty of finesse. Well structured, reminding the nose aromas with a hint of rosemary. A richly textured wine with superb length and balance. A classy wine with long finish and persistent aromas.
Alpha Estate Axia Red 2011	Greece	Red Wine	92	Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.
Alpha Estate Axia Red 2012	Greece	Red Wine	90	Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma
Alpha Estate Axia Red 2013	Greece	Red Wine	90	Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity andwood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.
Alpha Estate Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro 2010	Greece	Red Wine	91	Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of leather andspices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.
Alpha Estate Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro 2011	Greece	Red Wine	92	Bright purple-red color. Complex, typical bouquet of small berries red fruits, leather and spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and well integrated wood tones. Long aftertaste with intense quince aroma.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2001

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2003

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

87

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2004

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full-bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2005

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

Dense and deep ruby red in color, Palazzo della Torre is loaded with luscious aromas of currant, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied and rich it is a classic accompaniment to grilled or roasted meats and barbecued ribs.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2006

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style. After the harvest, the grapes from the Palazzo della Torre vineyard follow two different paths: 70% of the grapes picked are vinified immediately, and the remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December. The fresh juice obtained at harvest is blended with the juice for the dried grapes, initiating a second fermentation, and rendering a more highly concentrated and complex wine.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2007

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Deep ruby-red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, blackberries and hints of dates and mocha. Pairs well with full-flavored pasta and risotto dishes, roast poultry and chorizo. Also excellent with hard and semi-hard cheeses.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2009

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

89

Deep ruby red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, black berries and hints of dates and mocha.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2010

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Deep ruby red in color, this wine is brimming with notes of dark, dried cherries, blackberries, and hints of dates.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2011

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

The vineyard surrounds Villa della Torre, a splendid masterpiece of Renaissance architecture now owned by the family, and produces a full-bodied red wine with aging potential of at least ten years. The blend is the historic combination of Corvina and Rondinella with the addition of a small quantity of Sangiovese. A small percentage of the harvested grapes are left to dry out until December, then added to the previously vinified fresh grapes. The result is a velvety, well-balanced red wine that offers profound, mature fruit.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2013

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

This is one of the wines that has made Allegrini famous throughout the world. The vineyard surrounds Villa della Torre, a splendid masterpiece of Renaissance architecture now owned by the family, and produces a full-bodied red wine that has an ageing potential of at least ten years. The blend is the historic combination of Corvina and Rondinella with the addition of a small quantity of Sangiovese. A small percentage of the harvested grapes are left to dry out until December and then added to the previously vinified fresh grapes. The result is a velvety, well-balanced red wine that proffers mature, pulpy fruit.

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2014

Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

91

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Allegrini Soave 2004

Soave, Veneto, Italy

White Wine

87

A bright straw yellow in color, the nose has a fresh perfume with prominent flower notes. This is a structured wine with a smooth taste and fruity characteristics."

Allegrini Valpolicella 1999

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

86

Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2000

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

87

Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2001

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

87

Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2003

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

Characterized by fresh, cherry-like perfumes, moderate alcohol levels and fairly high acidity. It is lively and ready to drink with moderate tannins and a bright, vivacious color. A wine that is meant to be enjoyed while it is still young and exhibits its most fragrant and intense fruit. Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2006

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

60% Corvina Veronese, 35% Rondinella and 5% Molinara

Allegrini Valpolicella 2011

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

93

Vibrant ruby red in color with fresh cherry and plum aromas. This is an excellent accompaniment to Italian antipasti pasta dishes and other typical Mediterranean cuisine and is the perfect red wine match for fish.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2012

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

88

Ruby red in color, with purplish-blue highlights; the nose exhibits fragrant fruit with prominent notes of cherries, echoed by fresher hints of pepper and aromatic herbs, typical of Corvina and Corvinone, the historic varietals of this appellation. Whilst young it is impressively lively and playful on the palate whereas some two years on it expresses greater delicacy and finesse.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2016

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Ruby red in color, with purplish-blue highlights, this wine offers up classic qualities of Corvina, the historic grape variety of the appellation. The fragrant nose is filled with red fruit and aromatic herbs, and the wine’s flavors echo the nose, led by prominent notes of cherries with fresh hints of pepper and more herbs. This young wine is distinctly lively and playful on the palate, while maintaining great elegance and finesse.

Allegrini Valpolicella 2018

Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Red Wine

90

Well-structured wine, with a soft, long and persistent finish. Brilliant ruby red in color, with a pleasant scent of wild berries. Dry and velvety on the palate, it is characterized by a bitter almond finish.

Allram Hasel Alte Reben Kamptal Reserve Gruner Veltliner 2014

Kamptal, Austria

White Wine

95

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Allram Trocken Kamptal Strassertaler Gruner Veltliner 2013

Austria

White Wine

90

This wine is the quintessence of a typical Grüner Veltliner of our wine growing region. Delicate peppery aroma with refreshing citrus notes on the pallet, spicy, charming and light, clear pepperiness.

Alma de Los Andes Reserva Malbec 2012

Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

91

Selected grapes from Agrelo and Uco Valley are treated to long maceration and 12 months of oak treatment to produce this delicious, intensely fruity Malbec that features notes of blueberry and boysenberry with a touch of minerality.

Alma Negra 2004

Argentina

Red Wine

91

This is a blend of 60% Bonarda and 40% Malbec. The wines shows notes of dried cherry and spice. On the palate, dark fruit is tightly wound around a core of ripe and dense tannin. This wine is full bodied as it exhibits great length that gives way to a finish that shows off coffee, cinnamon and ripe black cherries.

Alma Negra Brut Nature Rose

Mendoza, Argentina

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Zingy lime with crisp acidity.

Alma Negra M Blend 2012

Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

90

Dark fruit on the nose leads to flavors of dried cherries and dark fruit with a hint of chocolate in this dense and structured wine. Lots of berryfruit and cherry in the mouth along with a touch of smoke. The finish lingers with dark ripe fruit, balanced acidity and a smooth mouthfeel.

Alma Negra M Blend 2013

Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

91

Dense, dark and rich with an intriguing untamed wildness, developsaromas of dark fruits, coffee, graphite and petrichor -that wonderfulearthy smell that happens when the raindrops hit the ground. On the palate, it flows smoothly with full round tannins and lingers for a long time with echoes of dark ripe fruit and warm expresso. What does the “M” stands for? Mendoza, moon, mystery, malbec, magic. It’s up to the drinker.

Alma Negra M Blend 2015

Mendoza, Argentina

Red Wine

90

Shows elegant notes of spice aromas, Violets and mature blueberries. The palate has a great body, powerful but balanced. The secrets of this blend incite enjoyment without revealing itself. Dense, dark and tasty, so intriguing, with aromas of black fruit, coffee and a wonderful earthy smell. On the palate, it flows smoothly with rounded tannins complete with echoes of ripe cooked fruit.

Alma Negra Misterio 2008

Argentina

Red Wine

91

Ripe fruit and plum aromas give way to a concentrated palate full of dark fruit and spice. The elegant texture makes this wine even more luxurious and the red and blue berryfruit continue well into the lengthy finish.

Alma Negra Red Blend 2007

Argentina

Red Wine

91

Blend: 85% Bonarda, 10% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc

Alma Negra Red Blend 2009

Argentina

Red Wine

90

Dark fruit on the nose leads to flavors of dried cherries and dark fruit with a hint of chocolate in this dense and structured wine. Lots of berryfruit and cherry in the mouth along with a touch of smoke. The finish lingers with dark ripe fruit, balanced acidity and a smooth mouthfeel.

Alma Rosa Clone 115 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

92

The 2012 Pinot Noir – Clone 115 has an earthy, beet root, blueberry nose. The flavors are pleasant and mouth-filling, of spicy pepper. The wine exhibits complete tannins with a long finish.

Alma Rosa Clone 667 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

90

Pleasant caramelized raspberry nose, luscious long finishing flavors with smoothly refined tannin structure.

Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2007

Central Coast, California

White Wine

93

Fresh and citrusy in the nose, lemon-lime and wispyaromatic oak, a somewhat banana-esque character leads toa clean yet round mouthfeel, a long-lasting finish with abit of flintiness... 25-year-old vines, farmed organically;stainless-steel fermentation, no malolactic and short termaging in used French oak; it all adds up to a classicChardonnay in the Montrachet mold. Serve cool withpowerful cheeses; fried seafood; roasted chicken; porkroast with apples and cabbage; root vegetable gratins…

Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2012

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

White Wine

90

The 2012 El Jabali Chardonnay has a brilliant straw color and a pleasant, flowery aroma with hints of vanilla. Its flavors are complete and mouth filling. This Chardonnay from our vineyard on our home ranch has an excellent soft tannin structure with a bright acid finish.

Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay 2014

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

White Wine

91

The 2014 Chardonnay El Jabali has a brilliant straw color. The nose is of dry straw and lemongrass. Flavors of lemongrass, mineral, and white peach with a long finish with creamy notes. This wine has a juicy loquat, mouth-filling flavor.

Alma Rosa La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

92

The 2012 La Encantada Pinot Noir has a brilliant, translucent ruby color, and a pleasant, spicy nose of blackberry, tea, and orange zest. It has round mouthfilling blackberry flavors as well as long black cherry flavors, and is supported by pleasant tannin. The legs reflect excellent glycerin content. This wine should age five to seven years.

Alma Rosa Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2014

Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

White Wine

92

This wine has elegant aromas of white fruit and citrus. The mouthfeel is, likewise, reflective of the sandy nature of the soils, marked by focus and silky texture.

Alma Rosa Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2016

Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

White Wine

90

Opens up in the glass with aromas of lemon zest and lychee, complemented by fresh earth and flinty minerality. On the palate, it displays a scintillating acidity, highlighting the lemon curd character. Finishes clean and crisp.

Alma Rosa Santa Rita La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008

Central Coast, California

Red Wine

90

It's as if this wine as lurking in the darkness waiting to pounce – Gotcha! Dark spice, dark fruit, underlaid with subtlety, yet forceful with that come hither – get lost look from down at the other end of the bar.

Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2008

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

91

Positively brimming with fruity aromatics and flavors, we find this wine (made from grapes from our certified organic estate vineyards) dominated by a mix of fresh crushed berries and dark cherries, shot through with a floral-spice element and a beet-root-meets-cola essence. The wine showcases the dark rich side of Pinot Noir and already has a supple smooth texture with clean acidity. We'd suggest roasts and grilled meats as accompaniments; barbeque shrimp with grits; pan-roasted salmon filets, etc!

Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2013

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

91

With an intense, dark ruby color and deep aromas of blackberry and brown spice, the 2013 Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills shows flavors of plum and light cocoa from extended aging in French Oak. A strong tannic backbone and bright acidity suggests a cellaring potential of 5 or more years.

Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

90

With an intense, dark ruby color and deep aromas of blackberry and brown spice, this Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills shows flavors of plum and light cocoa from extended aging in French Oak. A strong tannic backbone and bright acidity suggests a cellaring potential of 5 or more years.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2009

Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2013

Chile

Red Wine

92

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2014

Chile

Red Wine

92

The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2015

Chile

Red Wine

93

An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.

Almaviva (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva 1996

Chile

Red Wine

92

Plum red with a slight terracotta tint around the edges.Perfumed with floral aromas and notes of smoky tobacco and loam. Dried rose petals and ripe plum evolve toward resin and leather. The whole is enveloped in aromas of fig conserves and bay leaf.The attack is silky and balanced with nice, fresh, supple tannins. Dried flowers, pine bark and forest undergrowth. A very harmonious and ethereal wine with a long lasting and smooth finish.A wonderful vintage.

Almaviva 1999

Chile

Red Wine

90

Fragrant and aristocratic nose, with notes of cherries, blackberries and cigar box. Smooth tannins and the sweetness of bitter chocolate.

Almaviva 2001

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

This dark ruby red wine is deep and opaque. Ripe wild strawberry confiture, peppery chocolate, hints of fresh mint leaves, blackberries, tobacco, whole coffee beans and leather are concentrated in a very rich mineral nose. This powerful wine reveals a silky, ample attack with a full bodied, massive and balanced structure. Dark chocolate, cypress, dried currants, and plums are persistent throughout the long-lasting finish. This is a superb wine with great ageing potential.

Almaviva 2003

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

94

Almaviva 2004

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

Fragrant and aristocratic nose, with notes of cherries, blackberries and cigar box. Smooth tannins and the sweetness of bitter chocolate.

Almaviva 2005

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

94

"Gorgeous aromas of warm chocolate ganache and mocha lead the way for a rich, velvety palate loaded with currant, fig paste, black licorice, cassis bush and bramble notes. The long, juicy finish has great grip and density, with echoes of graphite, dark fruit and minerality. This should really reward cellaring. Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot (the first vintage to include Petit Verdot). Best from 2009 through 2019."

Almaviva 2006

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

A Bordeaux blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon26% Carmenère, 9% Cabernet Franc and 2% Merlot.

Almaviva 2007

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

93

Deep, intense, opaque ruby red. The nose reveals a generous and powerful bouquet of blackberries, ripe cassis, licorice and violets, with mineral hints and fine notes of vanilla, coffee, black pepper, incense and dark chocolate. The mouth shows an outstanding balance, full of density, life, roundness and savors. The ripe, silky, concentrated and enrobed tannins give to the wine an incomparable voluptuous texture, as the evolution leaves an impression of plenitude and harmony. An extraordinary complex and powerful wine, full-bodied, persistent and layered, perfectly balanced by a great acidity.An exceptional and superb vintage with great aging potential.

Almaviva 2008

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

Deep, intense ruby red.The nose reveals pure, delicate aromas of ripe blackcurrants, wild strawberries and blackberries, blended with hints of minerals and fine notes of vanilla, coffee, licorice and spices. The mouth shows outstanding balance, a firm tannic structure anbd exceptional length.The tannins are ripe, refined and concentrated, contributing to the density and elegant texture of the wine.

Almaviva 2009

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva 2010

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

The wine is dark ruby red, with attractive purple tones. The nose, elegant and layered, reveals pure and delicate aromas of ripe cassis, blackberries and wild strawberries, nicely associated with vanilla, spices and coffee beans. The mouth shows outstanding balance, great acidity, elegance, freshness and exceptional persistence. The tannins are ripe, round, well condensed and silky, enhancing the dense and fleshy character of the year. A brilliant wine, constant and precise in its character, with finesse and harmony.

Almaviva 2011

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

The wine is a deep, intense ruby red. The nose, complex and subtle, reveals delicate and clean aromas of ripe cassis, fig and blackberries, accompanied by vanilla, cacao and toffee notes. The wine fills the mouth with smooth, well-refined and silky tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, persistence and freshness. This is a pure, elegant and layered wine, harmoniously balanced by a great acidity.

Almaviva 2012

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.

Almaviva 2013

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, incense and spices.

Almaviva 2014

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

92

The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.

Almaviva 2015

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

93

An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.

Almaviva 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva (3 Liter) 2014

Chile

Red Wine

92

The 2014 vintage displays a dark ruby red color, deep and opaque. The nose reveals a generous, layered and powerful bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, and blackcurrant, associated with hints of cedar and spices, fine notes of vanilla, walnut, licorice and dark chocolate. Dense and full-bodied, this wine fills the mouth with round, ripe and refined tannins, leaving an overall impression of balance, finesse, and persistence.

Almaviva (3 Liter) 2015

Chile

Red Wine

93

An alliance of ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas give way to caramel, licorice and graphite notes. On the palate, flavours of raspberry, blackcurrant, and black cherry are framed by a broad structure of fine, velvety tannins. This tannic presence is carried with flavors of vanilla and cocoa, leaving a silky and mineral finish. Precise and elegant, Almaviva 2015 is a great combination of complexity and harmony, a superb vintage to celebrate Almaviva’s twentieth anniversary.

Almaviva (3 Liter) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Almaviva (375ML half-bottle) 2009

Chile

Red Wine

96

Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

Almaviva (6 Liter) 2018

Maipo Valley, Chile

Red Wine

96

Attractive dark ruby color, deep and opaque. The nose is pure, focused and layered, revealing delicate and clean aromas of blackberries, ripe cassis, currants and violet, associated with fine notes of tobacco, cedar and coffee bean. The mouth shows outstanding amplitude and balance, luscious texture, bright acidity, broad structure and persistence. The tannins are well refined, smooth and silky, enhancing the fresh and juicy character of the year. Precise and polished, the wine combines harmonious elegance, richness, ripeness and freshness in an exceptional and superb vintage.

Aloft Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California

Red Wine

93

The family compiled a dream team capable of harnessing the vineyard's potential, by hiring Napa Valley's highly regarded vineyard manager, Jim Barbour and world-class winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. After years of collaboration with the singular focus of producing the finest Cabernet Sauvignon possible, the team is proud to release the inaugural vintage – the 2008 Aloft Cabernet Sauvignon.

Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2000

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Brilliant straw-yellow color.

Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2002

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

92

Brilliant straw-yellow colour. Very perfumed, rich, slightly smoky, uplifted varietal aroma paired with elegant oak spice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quiet soft creamy, delicate and with a fresh finish. Remarkably long and spicy on the palate.

Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2004

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

"Fresh and floral with clean green apple character. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, long finish. Lively and beautiful."

Alois Lageder Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio 2006

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Brilliant straw-yellow color. Very perfumed, rich, slightly smoky, uplifted varietal aroma paired with elegant oakspice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quite soft and creamy, delicate with afresh finish. Remarkably long and spicy on the palate.

Alois Lageder Cabernet Sauvignon Cor Romigberg 1997

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Red Wine

92

Deep, intense cherry-red color.

Alois Lageder Chardonnay Lowengang 1998

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

White Wine

85

Description: Brilliant, gold yellow colour with a green shimmer.

Alois Lageder Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio Beta Delta 2008

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Bright, light straw-yellow colour with a green tinge. Quite perfumed, rich aroma with mineral notes; impressions of ripe subtropical fruits. Well balanced flavor, medium-bodied, with good persistency on the palate. Nice citrus touches and an attractive crisp, fresh fruit aftertaste. Good length. Drink between 2010 – 2013.

Alois Lageder Dolomitti Pinot Grigio 2009

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

93

Brilliant straw yellow with a green shimmer. Quite pronounced and expressive aroma with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this will drink well for 2 to 4 years. This wine pairs beautifully with starters (both fish or meat), pâtés and terrines, fish and shellfish, poultry, white meat and mushrooms.

Alois Lageder Dolomitti Pinot Grigio 2016

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio is a brilliant straw yellow with green shimmer. There are quite pronounced and expressive aromas of flowers with somewhat spicy notes. There is rich flavor in the mouth, with slight smokiness at teh back and a good, fresh finish.

Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2002

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

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Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2006

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

Brilliant straw yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavor, light to medium-bodied with a fresh mouth-watering finish.

Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco 2009

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

The wine displays a brilliant straw yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavour, light to mediumbodied with a fresh mouth-watering finish.When properly cellared, this wine may be kept for at least 2 - 4 years.

Alois Lageder Pinot Blanc Haberle 2007

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted varietal aroma combined with very well integrated oak spice on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium bodied with a round and fresh mouth-watering finish. When cellared well, this wine may be kept for 3 to 5 years.

Alois Lageder Pinot Blanc Haberle 2008

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted varietal aroma combined with very well integrated oak spice on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium-bodied with a round and fresh mouth-watering finish. When cellared well, this wine may be kept for 3 to 5 years.

Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2002

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

91

Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.

Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2003

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.

Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2004

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

89

Brilliant, straw yellow color with a green shimmer. Quit pronounced and expressive aroma, with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, buttery, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. When properly cellared, this wine will drink well for 3 to 5 years.

Alois Lageder Porer Pinot Grigio 2017

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

90

Brilliant straw-yellow color with a green shimmer. Very aromatic, opulent, uplifted varietal aroma paired with pronounced mineral notes and elegant oak spice. Clean, grapey, full-bodied flavor, quite soft and creamy, refined and with a fresh finish. Remarkably long and aromatic on the palate.

Alois Lageder Portico dei Leoni Bianco 2005

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

A proprietary blend of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco and Muller Thurgau, the wine has a brilliant straw-yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), uplifted aroma combined with an elegant aromatic twist on the nose. Clean, elegant, grapey flavor, medium bodied with a round and soft though fresh, mouth-watering finish.

Aloja Cellars Negre 2010

Spain

Red Wine

90

This red wine from Montsant is made from a blend of 40% Garnacha, 25% Carinena, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Syrah. The vineyards are located in the Falset valley and are between 10-80 years old. It is aged for 3 months in a combination of French and American oak.

Alpha Box & Dice Tarot Grenache 2018

McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia

Red Wine

90

Aromas of toffee apples and redskins, strawberries and cream. The palate is sweet, rich and full-bodied with notes of white pepper, cherry, mulberries and blackforest cake.

Alois Lageder 2009 Vogelmaier Moscato Giallo 2008

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

White Wine

88

Bright straw-yellow colour with green reflections. Fresh, clean aroma; quite pronounced floral notes and impressions of subtropical fruit. Medium-bodied, vinous with a harmonious flavor, dry. Good fresh, quite intense, long lasting aftertaste. When properly cellared, this wine will may be kept for at least 3 to 5 years.

Alpha Estate Axia Malagouzia 2012

Greece

White Wine

90

Brilliantly, light yellow in color with greenish tints. Strong and lively nose, typical Malagouzia, suggesting rose petal with floral aromas and sweet spices, melon, litchi with a note of honeysuckle. Round and mellow on the palate, fat but balanced, high in alcoholwith plenty of finesse. Well structured, reminding the nose aromas with a hint of rosemary. A richly textured wine with superb length and balance. A classy wine with long finish and persistent aromas.

Alpha Estate Axia Red 2011

Greece

Red Wine

92

Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.

Alpha Estate Axia Red 2012

Greece

Red Wine

90

Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma

Alpha Estate Axia Red 2013

Greece

Red Wine

90

Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, with vanilla aroma, rounded tannins, balanced acidity andwood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.

Alpha Estate Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro 2010

Greece

Red Wine

91

Splendid, purple red color. Complex, typical bouquet of leather andspices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and wood tones. Long finish with intense quince aroma.

Alpha Estate Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro 2011

Greece

Red Wine

92

Bright purple-red color. Complex, typical bouquet of small berries red fruits, leather and spices (vanilla, pepper, clove), with hints of ripe blackberry. Full mouth, rounded tannins, balanced acidity and well integrated wood tones. Long aftertaste with intense quince aroma.