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100% malted rye. Full rye body. The roughness of most ryes is here tamed by the small cognac potstill. Fabulous. 

Winemaker Description 

Our Professional Review

Rand of 67wino.shop writes | Crisp and very dry with crunchy green apples and lime zest. 

Memo Summary Notes

The Clemens Busch Riesling Trocken (2024) is a quintessential example of "modern Mosel"—a dry, high-energy Riesling crafted by one of Germany’s pioneers in biodynamic viticulture.

Based in Pünderich, Clemens Busch is renowned for producing wines that are pure, site-specific, and reflect the unique slate soils of the region without the mask of heavy residual sugar.

Clément & Florian Berthier Sauvignon Blanc l’Instant — Loire Valley 2025

The Berthier family has been farming the Loire Valley for five generations, with vineyards stretching from Sancerre to the Coteaux du Giennois along the river’s banks. Clément and Florian carry on the mission entrusted to them by their father — to preserve the family heritage with the same diligence — vineyards on limestone, silex, and marne soils at 200–400 meters above sea level. L’Instant is their entry into the Loire’s most celebrated white grape: pure, fresh, and expressive Sauvignon Blanc from one of France’s most storied river valleys.

Pale gold in color with a clean, inviting nose of white flowers, citrus, quince, pear, and exotic fruits. On the palate, the wine is gentle and supple on entry, with fresh, fruity character and a refreshing acidity that provides excellent balance to the wine’s overall softness. The finish is clean, bright, and lingering — a Loire Sauvignon Blanc of real charm and precision.

— five generations of family farming on limestone, silex, and marne soils across Sancerre and the Coteaux du Giennois.

• Producer: Clément & Florian Berthier, Loire Valley, France
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Loire Valley (Coteaux du Giennois, Sancerre, Pouilly Fumé, Menetou Salon)
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Soils: Limestone, Silex, Marne — 200–400m altitude
• Style: White Wine — Dry, Fresh & Aromatic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, citrus, quince, pear, exotic fruits, supple entry, refreshing acidity, clean finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, goat cheese, grilled fish, light salads, charcuterie, herb-driven dishes

Five generations of Loire Valley farming in a bottle.

Cline Rock Carved Cabernet Sauvignon — Alexander Valley 2023

In prehistoric times, a rampaging Russian River carved the Alexander Valley — leaving behind sedimentary rock that defines the vineyard soils to this day, while the towering surrounding hills trap summer heat like an oven. It is this dramatic geological history that gives Rock Carved its name and its character. The wine is sourced from the Rio Lago Vineyard, owned and managed by the Horowitz family since 1990 — a site at the western foothills of the Mayacamas Mountain range that experiences one of the wettest microclimates within the Alexander Valley AVA. Planted in diverse clay-loam and silty-loam soils, the vineyard is cooled each evening by marine air moving in along the Russian River from the Pacific Ocean. The combination of daytime heat to ripen the grapes and cool evening air to preserve freshness and acidity is the key to producing ultra-premium quality Cabernet Sauvignon here.

Grapes are hand-harvested at night, sorted, and gently destemmed. Fermentation is carried out by native yeasts, warming to temperatures peaking at 100°F, with the wine left on skins for 24 days. After gentle pressing, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in barrel and ages for 14 months in 50% new French oak. The result is full-bodied, multilayered, and genuinely complex: blackberry, black plum, and black currant, with cedar, leather, and mocha, balanced acidity, smooth rich tannins, and a long, powerful finish. James Suckling awarded it 91 points; Wine Enthusiast 90 points.

Expert Reviews

James Suckling — 91 Points
“A robust, muscular, full-flavored and full-bodied wine that loads a ton of blackberry, black-cherry and cocoa flavors onto a frame of sturdy tannins. Cloves, cedar and toast add complexity to the core of dark fruit.”

Wine Enthusiast — 90 Points
“This dark and intense Cabernet shows aromas of roasted plum compote, licorice, shattered granite, and cinnamon on the nose. The palate possesses a wealth of rich tannin, with flavors of blackberry pie, pithy orange, violets, and grilled bread along the finale.”

• Producer: Cline Cellars, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
• Vineyard: Rio Lago Vineyard (Horowitz Family)
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Aging: 14 months in 50% new French oak
• Size: 750ml
• Style: Robust, muscular, full-bodied Alexander Valley Cabernet
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, black plum, black currant, cedar, leather, mocha, cocoa, cloves, sturdy tannins
• Drink Window: Now–2032
• Best Paired With: Grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, lamb, BBQ brisket, aged hard cheeses

Carved by geology, defined by terroir — Cline Rock Carved 2023 is Alexander Valley Cabernet at its most powerful.

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Opulent aromas of roses, violets and layered spices, ripe berries of every hue. Perfectly formed tannins frame complex fruit flavours across the palate. This wine will age magnificently.

Expert Review — Vintage 2021

Vinous 90 Points | The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Grillos Cantores hails from Requínoa in the Cachapoal Andes region. After a year in concrete vats, this bright purple wine unfolds currant and sweet briar notes along with a faintly balsamic layer. Dry, polished and light, this easygoing red offers fine-grained tannins with a lasting fruity/herbal finish — an unexpectedly light Cabernet from Cachapoal.

About Clos des Fous

Clos des Fous ("Enclosure of the Madmen") was founded in 2008 by four friends — including world-renowned terroir expert Pedro Parra — who were tired of hearing that Chilean wine was boring and industrial. They set out to make exciting wines from extreme terroirs with minimal intervention. Pedro holds a Ph.D. in terroir science and consults globally with vignerons like Jean-Marc Roulot.

The name "Grillos Cantores" means "Singing Crickets," a nod to the sound that fills this specific vineyard in Alto Cachapoal at the foot of the Andes.

Tasting & Pairings

Dark fruits (blackberry, plum), currant, sweet briar, and a faintly balsamic layer. Dry, polished, and surprisingly light-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a herbal finish. Serve at cellar temperature.

• Grilled lamb with rosemary — herbal notes in the wine mirror the seasoning.
• Steak with chimichurri — the wine's acidity stands up to vinegar and herbs.
• Aged cheddar — tannins cut through the fat in hard, salty cheeses.

Clos des Lunes Lune d’Argent — Bordeaux Blanc 2023

Clos des Lunes is one of Bordeaux’s most compelling white wine stories — an estate in the heart of the Sauternes appellation that has dedicated itself entirely to producing world-class dry white wine from legendary sweet wine terroir. Lune d’Argent (“Silver Moon”) is the estate’s flagship cuvée, blending the density and richness of Sémillon with the refinement and precision of Sauvignon Blanc, aged with a touch of French oak to add complexity without obscuring the magic of the terroir.

The 2023 vintage was harvested in multiple passes from August 28 through September 21, allowing optimal ripeness across the blend. The result is a vibrant, medium-bodied white with vivid acidity, a chalky mineral finish, and outstanding depth — floral, orchard fruit, honeyed grapefruit, golden apple, and a lovely umami complexity from the Sémillon. Four critics, four outstanding scores.

James Suckling 93 • Vinous 92 • Jeb Dunnuck 92 • Decanter 91 — “A top value pick!”

• Producer: Clos des Lunes, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Bordeaux Blanc
• Blend: 70% Sémillon, 30% Sauvignon Blanc
• Aging: Touch of French oak
• Harvest: Multiple passes, Aug 28 – Sep 21
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Orchard fruit, honeyed grapefruit, golden apple, citrus, chalky minerality, umami complexity
• Best Paired With: Grilled lobster, pan-seared scallops, roast chicken, soft-ripened cheeses, foie gras

Sauternes terroir, dry white ambition, four 91+ scores — Lune d’Argent is one of the great white wine values in Bordeaux.

Clos du Bois · California Chardonnay · 2024 · Magnum 1.5 Liter

Clos du Bois Chardonnay 2024 comes in a generous 1.5-liter magnum, bringing California Chardonnay to the table in a format made for sharing. Each magnum holds the equivalent of two standard 750ml bottles, a practical choice for a dinner gathering or celebration.

This listing features the 2024 vintage in the larger bottle format. For anyone planning a shared meal, the magnum keeps the wine service simple while giving the table a distinctive centerpiece.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Serve chilled and allow the wine a little time in the glass. As general Chardonnay pairing ideas, consider roast chicken, baked fish or creamy pasta, adjusting your choice to the wine’s character once opened.

Wine Details

• Producer: Clos du Bois
• Vintage: 2024
• Region: California, United States
• Grape: Chardonnay
• Style: White wine
• Bottle size: 1.5 liters
• Format: Magnum, equivalent to two standard 750ml bottles

California Chardonnay in a magnum format for sharing around the table.

The 2024 cuvée is a faithful expression of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir. Predominantly crafted from old-vine Grenache, it reflects the richness and depth of the Southern Rhône’s great wines. The bouquet reveals notes of black fruits, garrigue, and spices. The palate is full-bodied and refined, with silky tannins and impressive length. A wine of elegance and depth, built to age gracefully.

“One of the benchmark producers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape…the consistent results have always been classic Châteauneuf-du-Papes that stand the test of time.”
—Robert Parker

“Consistently outstanding, classic Côtes du Rhônes and Châteauneuf du Papes emerge from Clos du Mont-Olivet, run by the incredibly talented and thoughtful Thierry Sabon for a number of years now.”
– Jeb Dunnuck

Memo Summary Notes

Varietals - Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Counoise, Vaccarèse, Terret, Picpoul, Muscardin

The Clos du Mont Olivet Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2024 is a standout vintage from one of the most traditional and respected estates in the Southern Rhône. While many neighbors moved toward a heavy, high-alcohol style in recent decades, Mont Olivet has remained a bastion of elegance, specializing in "Old Vine" Grenache that emphasizes perfume and finesse over raw power.

Pair with

• Traditional: Roast leg of lamb with garlic and rosemary, or wild boar stew.

• Vegetarian: Hearty mushroom risotto or a ratatouille rich in herbs de Provence.

Clos du Mont-Olivet · Côtes-du-Rhône · Vieilles Vignes · 2024

Clos du Mont-Olivet is one of the benchmark producers associated with Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and this Vieilles Vignes Côtes-du-Rhône shows the same classic Rhône sensibility in a more approachable bottle. The 2024 opens with expansive aromas of garrigue, cherries, blackberries, and light incense.

On the palate, raspberry and black cherry fill the mouth, supported by moderate tannins and a long, savory finish. The Grenache-led blend brings generous fruit, while Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Carignan add spice, structure, and depth.

“One of the benchmark producers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape…the consistent results have always been classic Châteauneuf-du-Papes that stand the test of time.”
— Robert Parker

“Consistently outstanding, classic Côtes du Rhônes and Châteauneuf du Papes emerge from Clos du Mont-Olivet, run by the incredibly talented and thoughtful Thierry Sabon.”
— Jeb Dunnuck

• Producer: Clos du Mont-Olivet
• Blend: 65% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault, 5% Carignan
• Appellation: Côtes-du-Rhône
• Region: Rhône Valley, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Tasting notes: Garrigue, cherry, blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, light incense, and a long finish
• Pair with: Roast lamb, grilled meats, sausages, ratatouille, or hearty Provençal dishes
• Size: 750ml

A classic, Grenache-led Rhône red with wild herbs, dark fruit, and the pedigree of a Châteauneuf producer.

Clos du Val · Estate Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley 2023

Founded in 1972, Clos du Val says its winemaking is guided by family and a close connection to the land. Its 2023 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a Napa Valley bottling; Wine Advocate lists a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot.

The winemaker describes blackberry, mulberry, cassis and violet on the nose, followed by cranberry, red plum, cherry and lavender. Supple tannins, balanced acidity and a long, smooth finish round it out.

Winemaker Description
This fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas of blackberry, mulberry, cassis, and violet. On the palate, bright flavors of cranberry, red plum, cherry, and lavender are intertwined with supple tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, smooth finish.

James Suckling · 94 Points · 2023
Refined and earth-driven, showing tightly wound black-fruit aromas with underlying notes of graphite, bitter chocolate and cured meats. The palate is focused and pure with finely tuned tannins and a generous yet precise palate.

Wine Enthusiast · 94 Points · 2023
Expressive with the potential to age, this Cabernet captures the inky dark fruits, dark chocolate, and cascade of fresh herbs so classic to the cuvée, with the intensity and lengthy structure of the vintage.

Vinous · 92 Points · 2023
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a fabulous entry-level offering in this range. Bright, aromatic and punchy, the 2023 is seriously beautiful from start to finish. Rose petal, spice and new leather meld into a core of dark red/purplish fruit. There's a good bit of tannin, making this a pretty serious appellation wine.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate · 91 Points · 2023
A super value in ready-to-drink Napa Cab, Clos du Val's 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is actually a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Black cherries dominate the nose, joined by hints of cassis and tobacco leaf, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is firm without being hard or edgy and finishes long and silky.

Wine Spectator · 90 Points · 2023
This is fresh and juicy, with a slightly understated style to its black cherry and blackberry compote flavors, all laced with light singed alder and savory hints and then dusted with a cocoa note on the finish. Drink now through 2033.

• Producer: Clos du Val
• Wine: Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Napa Valley, California
• Blend (Wine Advocate): 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot
• Size: 750ml

Layered dark fruit, fine tannins and a long finish make this a classic Napa Valley Cabernet for the table.

Clos La Coutale · Cahors · 2024 Half Bottle

A 375ml half bottle of Clos La Coutale Cahors, made from Malbec and Merlot in southwest France. The smaller format is an easy choice when you want a glass or two of red with dinner without opening a full bottle.

Winemaker Description

Heaps of bramble fruit, with blackberry and cranberry followed by subtle vanilla, ripe plum and earthy undertones. A delicious red wine from this small region bordering Bordeaux in the South of France.

About Clos La Coutale

The estate describes Clos La Coutale as a blend of Malbec and Merlot. It vinifies the wine in temperature-controlled tanks with regular punch-downs, then ages it in oak barrels and large oak casks for one year to balance fruit and tannins. The estate also produces a separate cuvée called Grand Coutale; its blend and aging details are not those of this wine.

At a Glance

• Producer: Clos La Coutale
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Cahors, France
• Grapes: Malbec and Merlot
• Size: 375ml half bottle

Clos Mogador · Gratallops, Priorat · Vinya Classificada · 2023

Clos Mogador 2023 brings power and precision together in a deeply expressive Priorat red. Garnatxa and Cariñena form the heart of the wine, joined by Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. The supplied reviews describe dark and red fruit, floral freshness, Mediterranean herbs and savory mineral depth, supported by abundant, finely shaped tannins.

Producer & Vineyard

Clos Mogador approaches its estates as polycultures, encouraging biodiversity through cover crops, grazing, beekeeping and animal traction. The producer’s focus is on living soils and a balanced relationship with the land.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

Wine Advocate, 98 Points, May 2026 : When I first put my nose in the glass of the 2023 Clos Mogador, I felt the freshness of spring flowers and lots of herbs, but the wine was a little closed and shy. I'm always excited when facing a new vintage of Clos Mogador, a wine that has been very important for Priorat and for my understanding of the Mediterranean. This year, the wine feels very balanced and has more elegance, and it's fine-boned and with very fine tannins. It's focused, clean and very neat; it doesn't feel chameleonic like some years when its young. This is more energetic, and there's no concern about the body; it's powerful and has abundant tannins, a wine for the long run. This is a step up in precision, freshness and elegance. It's subtle and elegant despite the notable ripeness. It fermented with 100% uncrushed grapes. They are removing the Cabernet and Syrah (in 2025, the wine is approximately 50% Cariñena and 50% Garnacha), and they are using less and less barriques. This is a very serious Mogador.

Tim Atkin, 97 Points, March 2026: A more classic style of Mogador, grounded in graphite, dark earth and smoke with ripe dark fruit beneath, still coiled and gathering itself. These wines have undergone such a change in the last 10 years and they’re all the better for it. Whilst not cheap, this must surely represent some of the best value for money in fine wine. Achingly good.

Jeb Dunnuck, 95 Points, November 2025 : A grand estate wine, the 2023 Vinya Classificada is carried by Carinyena and blended with Garnatxa, a little bit of Syrah and some Cabernet Sauvignon, aged all in foudres. Full-bodied and powerfully built, it has a dark, dusty, savory quality of earthy minerality, salinity, and elongated tannins, built to go another 20-25 years.

Vinous, 94 Points, November 2025 : The 2023 Clos Mogador from Priorat blends 45% Garnatxa, 40% Cariñena, 8% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Complex in expression, it opens with black and red fruit ranging from black cherry to soft pomegranate, together with balsamic spices. Compact and grippy on the palate, it shows delicacy in the background flavors. A wine of richness, it reflects the character of the vintage.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Suggested pairings include roast lamb, grilled beef and slow-braised dishes. Allow the wine time in the glass or a decanter when opening young to explore its layered character.

Wine Details

• Producer: Clos Mogador
• Vintage: 2023
• Origin: Gratallops, Priorat, Spain
• Designation: Vinya Classificada
• Grapes: Garnatxa, Cariñena, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon
• Style: Full-bodied red wine
• Bottle size: 750ml

A powerful, finely detailed Priorat with a long-term perspective.

Our Professional Review

Oscar Garcia Moncada | Senior Wine Buyer | Xipella” refers to a local Catalan dialect spoken in the Conca de Barberà area. This blend of Samsó (Carignan) and Cabernet Sauvignon is packed with dark fruit — think blackberries, black cherries, and black plum — supported by vibrant acidity and a beautifully persistent finish. An ideal  companion for poultry stews, hanger steak, or grilled tuna.

Winemaker Description 

Winemaking and aging | The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature between 25 and 28 °C. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in new and used barrels for 12 to 16 months.

Tasting note | Red wine of intense colour. Powerful ripe fruit aroma, notes of mineral and oak barrel. In the mouth, it presents friendly and tempting, with smooth, well-integrated tannins and a long, persistent finish.

Type of vine | Vines located in the area of the cellar, at an altitude of 470 meters.

Memo Summary Notes

Samso, Cabernet Sauvignon.

The Clos Mont-Blanc Xipella Negre 2021 is a sophisticated red blend from the Conca de Barberà region in Catalonia, Spain. Known for its balance of indigenous and international varieties, this vintage offers a modern expression of a historic wine-growing area.

The Conca de Barberà DO is unique for its limestone soils and high-altitude vineyards (around 470 meters for this specific wine). This elevation provides a thermal contrast between day and night, which helps preserve the acidity and freshness of the grapes, preventing the wine from feeling overly heavy despite its ripeness.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022

Jane Anson 95 Points | Tasted at the Palmères de Castillon event, where I was a jury member, and this was one of the wines picked out blind. I checked it against a different bottle at home later, and suggest that it is given at least half an hour in a carafe, as it remains fairly closed, but once again this is proof of the quality of 2022, and it's a seriously impressive wine that offers wonderful value. I'm always a fan of Clos Puy Arnaud, and you get the deft precision of the winemaking here, coupled with ripe blueberry and raspberry fruits, liquorice, black tea, pomegranate and slate-scrape tannins. 

Vinous 94 Points | The 2022 Clos Puy Arnaud is a dense, extroverted wine. Inky dark fruit, licorice, menthol and cloves are all amplified. Usually Clos Puy Arnaud is more refined, but in 2022, the vintage dominates and speaks loudly. Even so, this is a compelling offering. I look forward to tasting it with bottle age. 

The Wine Spectator 93 Points | Sleek and polished, with alluring notes of blackberry puree and warmed cassis that glide through, while fine-grained tannins, a buried chalky spine and a gilding of sweet tobacco add range and length. Shows a mouthwatering floral echo at the end.

Memo Summary Notes

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon.

The 2022 Clos Puy Arnaud is a standout release from the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, largely considered one of the best "value" wines of this highly acclaimed vintage. Produced by Thierry Valette (whose family famously once owned Château Pavie), this estate is a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture on Bordeaux's Right Bank.

The 2022 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by extreme heat, but Clos Puy Arnaud’s limestone plateau location helped maintain remarkable freshness.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2018

Benujamin Lewin, MW of Decanter writes 95 Points | Great sense of fruit purity on the nose, showing a mélange of black fruits. This shows brilliance on the palate, it’s very flavourful, with almost savoury undertones lingering on a very long finish. A sensation of gunflint shows retronasally. This is a rare combination: the height of elegance combined with depth. Drinking Window: 2032-2052.

La Revue du Vin de France writes 94 Points | As for Le Bourg, it remains faithful to the generously toasted and hedonistic expression of its barrel ageing. A concentrated material, a sensation of sweetness and power accompany the salient tannic framework that the years will soften. 

Winemaker Description 

Clos Rougeard was created in 1664 on the land of Chacé, a village not far from Saumur. Eight generations have succeeded one another at the head of the estate, the most recent being the Foucault brothers. From the 1980s onwards, Charly and Nady adopted a singular philosophy to enhance the terroirs of Saumur and Saumur-Champigny: leave the wine in peace so it can expresses its own identity. No synthetic products are added to the vines, gentle vinifications are thought out like infusions and minimalist approach is claimed. In 2017, the Bouygues family bought the estate and has continued the work begun by their emblematic predecessors with a deep respect for the DNA of the winery and its identity. Today the estate has found its balance thanks to a passionate team who strives to preserve the excellence and uniqueness of the wines whose depth, finesse and precision are unparalleled.

Located in the heart of the village of Chacé, Le Bourg is composed of very old vines and lies on a predominantly limestone terroir on shallow clay loam, typical of the Saumur-Champigny appellation. This wine reveals riper, fleshier fruit and a dense, full-bodied texture. Le Bourg is from vines averaging 80 years old, planted on a thin layer of clay over a deep bed of tuffeau, also in Chacé. The combination of vine age and richer soil makes this the most powerfully structured wine in Clos Rougeard’s array.

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On the palate it is silky, supple and delicate; well-balanced and elegant with a fine long finish of ripe blackberry and blackcurrents.

Cloudline Pinot Noir — Willamette Valley, Oregon 2024

Cloudline is produced by the team behind Domaine Drouhin Oregon — one of the Willamette Valley's most celebrated and historic estates, founded in 1987 when the Drouhin family of Burgundy recognized the extraordinary potential of Oregon's Dundee Hills for producing world-class Pinot Noir. Cloudline is their approachable, everyday expression of the Willamette Valley: sourced from select vineyards across the appellation, it is crafted to capture the signature warmth, spice, and red fruit character of Oregon Pinot Noir in a vibrant, food-friendly style that overdelivers at every price point. The Willamette Valley's cool, maritime-influenced climate and volcanic Jory soils provide the ideal conditions for Pinot Noir — producing wines of genuine elegance, freshness, and typicity that have made Oregon one of the world's great Pinot Noir regions.

The color is bright ruby with luminous clarity. The nose is warm and inviting — fresh raspberry, cherry, and strawberry with a distinctive spicy lift that speaks to the Willamette Valley's volcanic soils. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and fresh with a round, velvety texture, soft tannins, and a supple, fruit-forward finish. A quintessential introduction to Oregon Pinot Noir — fresh, elegant, and endlessly food-friendly.

"Cloudline Pinot Noir shines from the glass with bright ruby reflections. The nose is inviting and uniquely Willamette Valley — warm and spicy with cherry, raspberry, and strawberry aromas. In the mouth the fruit is fresh and vibrant with round, velvety tannins on the supple finish." — Bart Hopkins, 67Wine

• Producer: Cloudline Cellars / Domaine Drouhin Oregon, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Willamette Valley AVA
• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Raspberry, cherry, strawberry, warm spice, round velvety texture, soft tannins, supple fruit-forward finish
• Style: Medium-bodied, fresh, elegant
• Serve: Slightly cool (58–62°F)
• Drink: Now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Roasted salmon, duck breast, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, mild cheeses, roast chicken

The Willamette Valley's most approachable Pinot Noir — Cloudline 2024 is warm, spicy, and one of Oregon's great everyday reds.

Cloudy Bay · Sauvignon Blanc · Marlborough · 2025

In 1985, Cloudy Bay planted vines in Marlborough and changed the world’s understanding of what Sauvignon Blanc could be. Before Cloudy Bay, New Zealand was a footnote in the global wine conversation. After it, Marlborough became a benchmark — a name synonymous with cool-climate precision, electric aromatics, and a style of white wine that no other region on earth replicates quite the same way. Four decades on, the estate remains the standard-bearer: sourcing from across Marlborough’s diverse sub-regions, blending with meticulous care, and bottling under screwcap to preserve every last molecule of freshness. WN:93. At $28.89, this is the iconic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — and one of the best values at this level of pedigree.

The 2025 is open and expressive from the first pour: peach, elderflower, makrut lime, and gooseberry on the nose, with a herbal lift and sea salt minerality that is unmistakably Marlborough. On the palate: bright lemon, white nectarine, and passionfruit, framed by refreshing acidity and a clean, steel-cut citrus finish with real precision and length. Drink now through 2027.

“Highly aromatic, with elderflower, citrus, and passionfruit. Crisp, textural, and elegant — a benchmark expression of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.”
— Wineanorak, 93 Points. (Vintage 2025). 

"Concentrated and fragrant, with lemongrass, lemon verbena and celery salt notes to complement the pineapple, mango and lemon curd flavors, backed by a touch of orange sherbet. Gains momentum on the long, expressive finish." - The Wine Spectator, 93 Points. (Vintage 2025). 

"The 2025 Sauvignon Blanc is fleshy and intense, as is the style of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, and there is enough savory extract and shape in the wine to elevate it beyond the norm. Here, we have grass clippings and brine, green olive tapenade, passion fruit and pineapple husk. The acidity is saline, and all elements work together toward a common goal. I recall, in context, this wine looking a little sweeter and fleshier than some of its regional peers, and yet here today in isolation, it looks tight, textural and composed. It's very good indeed. Cloudy Bay is a member of the Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW). 13% alcohol." - The Wine Advocate, 94 Points. (Vintage 2025). 

"Vivid, round and juicy, with lemons, limes, fresh herbs and some mild spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with fresh acidity. Lively and succulent, with a delicious finish packed with limes. - James Suckling, 92 Points. (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Cloudy Bay (est. 1985)
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Peach, elderflower, makrut lime, gooseberry, white nectarine, passionfruit, sea salt minerality, clean citrus finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2027
• Food Pairings: Oysters, sashimi, steamed mussels, grilled prawns, goat cheese, herb-crusted fish, lemon pasta

WN:93 — the wine that put Marlborough on the map, still setting the standard 40 years on.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

The Wine Spectator 91 Points | "Juicy and intense, with concentration to the passionfruit, pineapple, Key lime and kumquat flavors at the core. Details of toasted green tea, lemon thyme and makrut lime leaf add aromatic intensity, with a touch of crunchy sea salt on the finish. Drink now. 8,259 cases made, 207 cases imported." 

Winemaker's Notes:

Te Koko 2023 is initially reticent on the nose, but with time in the glass opens to reveal notes of just-ripe mango, lemon verbena and juicy sun-warmed lemon. The palate is concentrated and mouthwateringly complex. The sun-warmed impression continues, with notes of meadow hay, preserved citrus, and white nectarine, with layers of salted almond and a gentle smoky minerality leading through to a long and focused finish. 

Producer Description 

Three-piece. 18 oz., 18-10 stainless steel. Brilliant finish. 7-3/4" tall, 3-1/2" diameter.

Producer Description 

24 oz. Brilliant finish. 18-10 stainless steel. 9-1/2" tall, 3-1/2" diameter. 

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Cointreau L'Unique Orange Liqueur — France

Cointreau is the original triple sec — the benchmark against which every orange liqueur is measured. Distilled in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou since 1875, L'Unique is crafted from a precise blend of sweet and bitter orange peels sourced from around the world, triple-distilled in copper pot stills to achieve its signature clarity and balance. At 80 proof, it is at once intensely aromatic and supremely versatile — the essential building block of the Margarita, Cosmopolitan, and Sidecar, and a sublime digestif on its own over ice.

The nose opens with a sophisticated orange pulp bouquet that, after aeration, shifts to dry, elegant peel. On the palate, the entry is intensely orange peel-like yet more sweet than bittersweet; the midpalate is deeply orangey, sweet, and sublimely juicy. The finish is ideally citrusy, tart, and astringent before turning lithe and sweet — a textbook expression of what orange liqueur can be.

Wine Enthusiast 92 — "The benchmark for all orange flavored liqueurs and triple secs. State of the art."

• Producer: Cointreau, Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, France
• Style: Orange Liqueur / Triple Sec
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 1.0 Liter
• Base: Sweet & bitter orange peels, triple-distilled
• Tasting Notes: Orange peel, citrus zest, sweet orange pulp, tart finish
• Serve: Neat, over ice, or as the essential cocktail ingredient
• Best Paired With: Margaritas, Cosmopolitans, Sidecars, chocolate desserts, crêpes Suzette

The world's most iconic orange liqueur — Cointreau L'Unique is the one bottle every bar and home collection needs.

Cointreau L'Unique Orange Liqueur — France

Cointreau is the original triple sec — the benchmark against which every orange liqueur is measured. Distilled in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou since 1875, L'Unique is crafted from a precise blend of sweet and bitter orange peels sourced from around the world, triple-distilled in copper pot stills to achieve its signature clarity and balance. At 80 proof, it is at once intensely aromatic and supremely versatile — the essential building block of the Margarita, Cosmopolitan, and Sidecar, and a sublime digestif on its own over ice.

The nose opens with a sophisticated orange pulp bouquet that, after aeration, shifts to dry, elegant peel. On the palate, the entry is intensely orange peel-like yet more sweet than bittersweet; the midpalate is deeply orangey, sweet, and sublimely juicy. The finish is ideally citrusy, tart, and astringent before turning lithe and sweet — a textbook expression of what orange liqueur can be.

Wine Enthusiast 92 — "The benchmark for all orange flavored liqueurs and triple secs. State of the art."

• Producer: Cointreau, Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, France
• Style: Orange Liqueur / Triple Sec
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750ml
• Base: Sweet & bitter orange peels, triple-distilled
• Tasting Notes: Orange peel, citrus zest, sweet orange pulp, tart finish
• Serve: Neat, over ice, or as the essential cocktail ingredient
• Best Paired With: Margaritas, Cosmopolitans, Sidecars, chocolate desserts, crêpes Suzette

The world's most iconic orange liqueur — Cointreau L'Unique is the one bottle every bar and home collection needs.

Col d’Orcia · Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020

One of Montalcino’s original estates, Col d’Orcia is known for a traditional approach that lets Sangiovese lead. The estate’s limestone and marl vineyards sit about 1,500 feet above sea level between the Orcia River and Sant’Angelo in Colle. In 2020, a frost-free winter and dry spring were followed by summer rain that supported ripening; the Consorzio del Brunello and a panel of Masters of Wine rated the vintage five stars.

The hand-harvested grapes fermented for 18–20 days in temperature-controlled, shallow stainless-steel tanks. The wine aged three years in large Slavonian and Allier oak casks, then a year in bottle. Expect ripe cherry and sour cherry, hints of jam, vanilla and light toast, balanced tannins, and a savory, persistent finish.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate · 94 points · 2020: The organic Col d'Orcia 2020 Brunello di Montalcino offers a classic Sangiovese bouquet with warm-vintage intensity. It shows sweet aromas of raspberry tart and cooked cherry. There is a delicate element of smoked spice at the back. The tannins are open-knit, and the wine offers immediate drinking pleasure. It should be exciting to follow this wine's future evolution. “We try to protect the freshness of Sangiovese,” says Count Francesco Marone Cinzano. “That is our reading of traditional Brunello.”

Decanter · 93 points · 2020: Among Montalcino’s larger estates, Col d’Orcia is also one of the region’s most consistent values – especially given its solid ageing potential in most vintages. The 2020 is no exception. There is a captivating sumptuousness to the nose as it radiates lush red cherries and strawberry bush. With air, an underlying flintiness emerges, as well as a mix of sweet garden and exotic herbs. A surprisingly hefty structure of dry, sandy tannins curbs its generosity, while leather and orange lurk through the stony core. Somewhat muddled now, but harmony is within sight.

Jeb Dunnuck · 93 points · 2020: A saturated red color, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino was aged three years in barrel and captures the richness of the southern sector while staying pure and energetic. It offers ripe aromatics of black cherries, dried herbs, leather, and dark earth. Medium to full-bodied, it has ripe tannins, bright acidity, and a savory finish with a touch of warmth.

James Suckling · 93 points · 2020: A fresh and refined red with plum and orange character, as well as fine tannins. It’s medium-bodied, lively and focused. A little tight at the end, suggesting two or three years will allow it to open. A more traditional Brunello here. Drink after 2027.

Vinous · 92 points · 2020: The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino opens slowly with a blend of black cherry and minty herb scents elevated by hints of blood orange. It displays silky textures and a lifted feel, with tart wild berry fruit aromas and mineral tones accentuated by rosy inner florals. The 2020 imparts edgy tannins offset by a tinge of zesty acidity.

Wine Spectator · 92 points · 2020: Balsamic notes of tomato leaf, juniper and thyme rub shoulders with strawberry, cherry, blood orange and earth in this dry, elegant red. Ends firmly, with lightly chewy tannins and a mouthwatering feel. Best from 2027 through 2042.

• Producer: Col d’Orcia
• Wine: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
• Vintage: 2020
• Grape: 100% Sangiovese
• Region: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
• Style: Organic red wine
• Size: 750ml

A classic, cellar-worthy Brunello, balancing generous Sangiovese fruit with savory depth and traditional oak aging.

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Notes of acacia flowers, apple, lemon peel and grapefruit are balanced by refreshing and bright acidity.Produced using the Charmat, or tank method, the wine is a bright, straw yellow and presents a delicate and persistent bead.Produced using the Charmat, or tank method, the wine is a bright, straw yellow and presents a delicate and persistent bead.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2021

The Wine Advocate 99 Points | Colgin's 2021 IX Estate is a rich, opulent example, with layers of ripe black cherries and dark chocolate punctuated by hints of sage and bay leaf, plus some vaguely floral notes (violets?). Full-bodied, concentrated, velvety and long, it's another terrific wine that showcases the potential of Pritchard Hill, the investment by the owners and the talent of the winemaking team.

James Suckling 99 Points | Red currant, lead pencil and terra cotta aromas with some bay leaf and sage. Full-bodied with tight, firm tannins that are polished and very fine. Turns to graphite. Extremely long, refined, polished and exquisite. Best after 2028.

98+ Points Jeb Dunnuck | I’d wager a Napa Valley legend in the making, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon IX Estate comes from the estate vineyard on Pritchard Hill, and if there was ever a classification of terroirs in the valley, this would check in near the top of the list. Deep purple-hued, with awesome aromatics of pure cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and subtle floral hints, this has that rare mix of power and elegance that defines so many great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, it has no shortage of structure and is going to need 7-8 years, if not a decade, to hit full maturity, where it will hold for 2-3 decade.

98 Points Vinous | The 2021 IX Estate is such an elegant wine. Sleek, aromatic and refined, the 2021 is one of the most polished young wines I have tasted from this site. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mint abound. Silky and delineated, the 2021 is exceptionally beautiful and balanced. Clean saline notes and veins of tannin extend the explosive, sublime finish. 

Winemaker Description 

One of the "cult" producers to crop up in the early 1990s, Colgin Cellars' first vintage was in 1992, with fruit purchased from the Herb Lamb Vineyard, located on the lower slopes of Howell Mountain, just low enough not to be part of the Howell Mountain AVA. Colgin would later go on to buy land and develop vineyards at Tychson Hill (westside Saint Helena, purchased 1996) and IX Estate (Pritchard Hill, purchased in 1998). In 2017, Ann Colgin and her husband, Joe Wender, sold a controlling interest in Colgin Cellars to LVMH but remain active in the business.

Today, Colgin owns six acres of vines at Tychson Hill and 20 acres of vines at IX Estate, with 11 more acres there currently being developed. Cariad comes primarily from the Abreu-farmed Madrona Ranch, on the western side of Saint Helena. Director of Winemaking Allison Tauziet has been with Colgin since 2005, when she joined as assistant winemaker, so she is nearing 20 years of experience with these wines.

To put the new-release 2021s in perspective, Colgin, Wender and Tauziet presented three vintages each of the four wines reviewed this issue—2016, 2018 and 2021. I guess it will surprise no one that these are all gorgeous wines, given the positive press and numerous accolades bestowed on previous vintages, but it is encouraging to see that success and age hasn't slowed down the Colgin team's pursuit of excellence. I've included my ratings and reviews of the older vintages so readers can compare my impressions to those of my predecessor. Like many other producers, Colgin bottled no wines in 2020.