1488 products
Ironstone Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi 2023 750ml
Cacique Maravilla Cot Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon Pais Secano Interior Yumbel 2024 750ml
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Volnay 1er Cru Taillepieds 2023 750ml (Introductory Offer)
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Volnay 1er Cru Taillepieds 2023 is an exceptional old-vine Pinot Noir from one of the most highly regarded Premier Cru vineyards in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. Combining remarkable elegance, concentration, and mineral precision, this limited-production wine beautifully expresses the distinctive terroir of Volnay.
Situated high on the slopes just south of the village of Volnay, the Taillepieds vineyard benefits from excellent southeastern exposure and limestone-rich soils. Domaine Clos de la Chapelle cultivates a small 0.47-hectare parcel of vines averaging approximately 65 years of age. These mature vines produce naturally low yields, contributing concentration, complexity, and remarkable depth of flavor.
The 2023 vintage reveals expressive aromas of black cherries, ripe blackberries, dark plums, peonies, subtle cocoa, and warm spices, complemented by delicate notes of sandalwood, toasted oak, and earthy minerality. On the palate, the wine is rich and beautifully structured, offering layers of dark berry fruit, refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and a distinctive mineral backbone. Its generous texture is balanced by freshness and precision, leading to a long, complex finish with lingering notes of fruit, spice, and savory earth.
Aged in French oak barrels for approximately 12 to 18 months, the wine develops additional depth and complexity while preserving the purity of its Pinot Noir fruit.
This sophisticated Premier Cru Burgundy combines the finesse traditionally associated with Volnay with impressive concentration and aging potential. An excellent choice for collectors and lovers of fine Burgundy, it pairs beautifully with roasted duck, lamb, venison, beef tenderloin, wild mushrooms, and aged cheeses.
Recommended Drinking Window: 2029-2045.
Expert Ratings
95 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Apr 2026): This red is lush and mouthfilling, exhibiting dark fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry, black currant, sandalwood, vanilla and toasty oak. There’s a hint of iron underneath, plus a thick base of tannins. Feels balanced, with refreshing acidity, but needs time. Best from 2029 through 2045.
95 points, John Gilman, View From The Cellar (Apr 2025): Domaine Clos de la Chapelle 2023 Volnay “Taillepieds” Vieilles Vignes is an utterly stunning young wine. I have always loved this terroir since my very earliest days drinking Burgundy and it seems pretty clear to me that today, no one makes a better example of Taillepieds than the team at Clos de la Chapelle! The wine is stunningly complex aromatically right out of the blocks, offering up scents of sweet dark berries, black plums, raw cocoa, gamebird, a gorgeously complex base of soil tones, a touch of brown spices, woodsmoke, peonies and cedary oak. On the palate the wine is pure, precise, full-bodied and sappy at the core, with great soil signature, ripe, buried tannins, good acids and a very, very long, very refined, complex and seamlessly balanced finish. A brilliant young wine!
90-93 points, Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy (Jan 2025): Not yet racked. Quite a deep ruby purple. The nose shows density but not detail – that will come more after racking. The fruit on the palate is a mix of strawberry, fresher than in some of the cuvees, raspberry and a first hint of blackberry. Tannins are present but in balance, acidity correct, with fair length. Drink from 2030-2038. Tasted Oct 2024.
Country: France
Region: Burgundy, Côte de Beaune
Appellation: Volnay Premier Cru, Taillepieds
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
Wine Type: Dry Red Wine
Classification: Premier Cru
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 13.5%
19 Crimes Monster Series Collaboration Red Blend The Bride of Frankstein Limited Edtion 750ml
19 Crimes · South Australia · Limited Edition
19 Crimes Monster Series The Bride of Frankenstein is a full-bodied red blend with distinct sweetness and flavors of blackberry, chocolate and spice. A pleasant, lingering finish rounds out its bold character.
This limited-edition 750ml bottle celebrates a legendary lady of horror cinema with a glow-in-the-dark label. Bring it to a monster-movie night and let the Bride take center stage.
Producer Description
Lightning may have brought the Bride to life, but it’s her boldness that lights up a room. Raise a glass and celebrate this legendary lady of horror cinema: an icon in her own right.
Full bodied with a distinct sweetness. Flavors of blackberry, chocolate, and spice with a pleasant lingering finish.
Pour a glass, turn out the lights, and watch as this label glows in the dark!
Pairing Suggestions
Try it with smoky barbecue, grilled burgers or dark chocolate to complement its sweet fruit and spice.
Details
- Brand: 19 Crimes
- Series: Monster Series Collaboration
- Edition: The Bride of Frankenstein, Limited Edition
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Country: Australia
- Region: South Australia
- Blend: Red blend; individual grape varieties not specified
- Type: Red wine
- Style: Full-bodied with distinct sweetness
- Label: Glow-in-the-dark
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Pommard 1er Cru Les Chanlins 2023 750ml (Introductory Offer)
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Pommard 1er Cru Les Chanlins 2023 is an elegant and structured red Burgundy produced exclusively from Pinot Noir in the prestigious Pommard Premier Cru appellation of the Côte de Beaune. This limited-production wine reflects the distinctive character of Les Chanlins, a Premier Cru vineyard known for producing expressive, complex, and beautifully balanced wines.
Situated near the border of Pommard and Volnay, the Les Chanlins vineyard benefits from limestone-rich clay soils that contribute both structure and finesse. The vineyard's location helps produce wines that combine the depth and concentration traditionally associated with Pommard with the elegance and aromatic refinement often found in neighboring Volnay.
The 2023 vintage offers an appealing expression of ripe red cherries, raspberries, blackberries, subtle violets, and delicate earthy spice. On the palate, layers of red and dark fruit are complemented by refined tannins, lively acidity, and mineral undertones. The wine's structured yet polished character leads to a persistent finish with lingering fruit and savory notes.
A sophisticated Premier Cru Burgundy with excellent potential for further development in the cellar, this Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with roasted duck, lamb, beef tenderloin, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.
Expert Ratings
94 points, John Gilman, View From The Cellar (Apr 2025) I am not certain when these great old vines will celebrate their one hundredth birthday, but we are getting close to that landmark vintage. The 2023 Chanlins from Mark O’Connell and his team is a stunning young wine, offering up a complex and utterly refined bouquet of red and black cherries, pomegranate, pigeon, a very complex base of soil tones, a touch of nutskin, a dollop of fresh thyme, woodsmoke and cedary oak. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied, focused and beautifully transparent down to its soil, with a superb core of fruit, good acids and grip, fine-grained tannins and excellent balance on the long, complex and very, very promising finish. This is another very elegant Pommard in the making, but it will need its proper hibernation time down in the cellar before it starts to drink with true generosity. In due course, it will be magical.
90-92 points, Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy (Jan 2025): 95 year old vines. On the hillside with springs, even though they were mostly dry in 2023. Far from the deepest colour. The fruit is discreet, with a touch of iodine, less evenly balanced across the palate, light tannins, the wine tapering towards a saline finish. Drink from 2029-2037. Tasted Oct 2024.
Region: Burgundy, Côte de Beaune
Appellation: Pommard Premier Cru, Les Chanlins
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
Wine Type: Dry Red Wine
Classification: Premier Cru
Vintage: 2023
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Grand Cru Corton Bressandes 2023 750ml (Introductory Offer)
Domaine Clos de la Chapelle Corton Bressandes Grand Cru 2023 is an exceptional Pinot Noir from the prestigious Corton Grand Cru appellation in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. Combining remarkable elegance, depth, and structure, this limited-production wine beautifully expresses the distinctive terroir of the historic Corton hillside.
The domaine cultivates just 0.20 hectares of mature Pinot Noir vines in Les Bressandes, planted on well-drained clay and limestone soils with excellent southern exposure. Production is extremely limited, traditionally yielding approximately 600 bottles annually.
The 2023 vintage offers expressive aromas of ripe black raspberries, cassis, dark cherries, and earthy spice. On the palate, the wine reveals vibrant red and dark fruit, a beautifully textured mid-palate, refined acidity, and firm yet balanced tannins. Subtle oak influences complement its mineral character, leading to a long, structured finish with impressive depth and aging potential.
A sophisticated and cellar-worthy Grand Cru Burgundy, this wine pairs beautifully with roasted duck, beef tenderloin, venison, wild mushrooms, and aged cheeses.
Recommended Drinking Window: 2030-2042
Expert Ratings
92 Burghound: A riper nose of cassis, spicy black raspberry liqueur and newly turned earth is complemented by sleek, vibrant and delicious middle weight flavors that possess an attractively textured mid-palate before terminating in a firm, youthfully austere and slightly grippy finale.
94 Jasper Morris: ruby. Plenty of fruit on the nose, but currently a little bit swamped by the wood, especially on the palate. The fruit has the caressing texture of Bressandes, and was not picked too late. One new barrel in three, and the oak will settle down, at which point the fourth star will be merited as the fruit is fighting back strongly at the finish.
92 The Wine Spectator: Charming, elegant and harmonious, this red reveals cherry, raspberry, plum, sandalwood, licorice and toasty oak aromas and flavors. Solidly built, with great balance and a long, toasty, savory aftertaste. Give this three to five years to open up. Best from 2030 through 2048.
Thomas Goss McLaren Vale Australia Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 750ml
Thomas Goss · McLaren Vale · 2022
Thomas Goss McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 pairs expressive berry fruit with savory herbal character and fresh acidity. Cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry notes meet tobacco and a structured tannin profile in this Australian red.
The label pays tribute to Thomas and Mary Ann Goss and their family's contribution to South Australia's agricultural heritage. Winemaker Alexia Roberts produces the Thomas Goss range of affordable McLaren Vale reds and Adelaide Hills whites.
Producer Story
Welcome to Thomas Goss. Our wines are a tribute to one of the original pioneers of McLaren Vale, Thomas Goss (1810-1890), and his family. Thomas, along with his wife Mary Ann (1813-1891) and eight children, migrated to South Australia from Devonshire, England in 1849. After achieving success in the Victorian goldfields, Thomas took the opportunity to establish an iconic farming property in the heart of McLaren Vale called "Gedney". In 1855, he built a two-story homestead named "Ingleburne". Today, Ingleburne is a historical landmark and a testament to his pioneering spirit.
As caretakers of this historic estate, we take pride in sharing Thomas Goss' story through our wines. Our winemaking team has been crafting Thomas Goss wines in a range of classic McLaren Vale styles since 2013. Our wines are now available in over 13 countries worldwide.
Experience the rich heritage of McLaren Vale through our everyday wines and pay homage to the pioneers who paved the way for the region.
The Region
McLaren Vale's Mediterranean-style climate supports the production of premium wine grapes. Shiraz, Cabernet and Grenache are among its notable varieties.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Wine Enthusiast, 92 Points · Best Buy · Vintage Not Specified: Dusty pencil lead, tobacco and dried herbal characters mingle with supple cherry fruit on this ultra affordable McLaren Vale red. In true Cab Sauv fashion, it's chiseled with powerful, chalk dust tannins, but also offers lovely line of satiny red fruit and fresh acidity. Drink now with a salt-crusted porterhouse or grilled portobellos.
James Suckling, 90 Points · Vintage Not Specified: The nose is fruit-driven with vibrant aromas of wild blackberries, blackcurrants and mocha. The medium-bodied palate has soft tannins and focused acidity, giving notes of mulberry, tobacco leaves and dried herbs. Fresh and friendly with a nicely integrated structure. Drink or hold.
Pairing Suggestions
Serve with a salt-crusted porterhouse or grilled portobello mushrooms, as recommended by Wine Enthusiast. Its savory character also makes it a good candidate for herb-roasted lamb.
Details
- Producer: Thomas Goss
- Vintage: 2022
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Country: Australia
- Region: McLaren Vale
- Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
- Type: Red wine
Dalrymple Vineyards Tasmania Pinot Noir 2022 750ml
Dalrymple Vineyards · Tasmania · 2022
Dalrymple Vineyards Tasmania Pinot Noir 2022 brings together carefully selected parcels from Pipers River, Coal River Valley and growers at Ouse. The result is a Pinot Noir whose complexity and nuance reflect the vineyards behind it.
Rose-petal fragrance, red berries and savory spice run through the reviews below, with fine tannins and a light, elegant shape. It is a natural choice for a dinner centered on delicate flavors rather than heavy sauces.
The Dalrymple Vineyards Story
Peter Caldwell, Vigneron: "Pinot Noir has always underpinned my enthusiasm for wine. It is the perfect example of what wine should be: mysterious, challenging, a complete reflection of its environment and the most satisfying when you get it right. Welcome to Dalrymple Vineyards."
Tasmania's rugged coastal beauty and cool climate terrain first ignited a passionate pursuit to craft the perfect single site wines back in 1987, well before the rest of the world caught on. Such inspired the founding of Dalrymple Vineyards on the sloping hills of Pipers River, overlooking Bass Strait. Since then, people around the world have fallen in love with the Tasmanian landscape, wild and breathtaking, and the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that thrives here. From every patch of land comes the demand for meticulous attention that, when granted, awards exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines perfectly reflective of the pristine beauty of every single site.
Mother Nature calls the shots, and you can taste it.
Producer Description
Dalrymple Pinot Noir is a true reflection of our unique vineyards. Carefully selected parcels from Pipers River, Coal River Valley, and our growers at Ouse create complexity and nuance.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Australian Wine Companion, 92 Points · Vintage 2022: Accurate, pretty and enticing, there's impressive value here. The rose-petal lift of Pipers River is well married to the wild strawberries and red cherries of the Coal River Valley, singing to the tune of cool-season acid drive. An elegant touch of whole bunches serves to heighten its fragrant, spicy mood. Fine, silky tannins are alluring from day one, and promise short-term confidence.
Decanter, 90 Points · Vintage 2022: Pretty rose petal and tomato leaf nose, lush, velvet fruit and subtle tannins on the palate.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 90 Points · 2022 ·: The 2022 Pinot Noir leads with a bouquet of dried rose petals, red apple skins and cherry pips. The wine is light and shaped by savory tannins that introduce characters of sumac and nut
Pairing Suggestions
Try it with roast duck, grilled salmon or mushroom risotto to complement its red-fruit and savory character.
Details
- Producer: Dalrymple Vineyards
- Vintage: 2022
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Country: Australia
- Region: Tasmania
- Grape: Pinot Noir
- Type: Red wine
Michael David Cabernet Sauvignon Freakshow 2024 750ml
Michael David · Lodi, California · 2024
Michael David Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon brings a bold, full-bodied performance from Lodi, California, balancing ripe fruit with smooth finesse and a spice-laced finish.
The Phillips family has farmed in Lodi since the 1860s and cultivated wine grapes since the early 20th century. Founded by fifth-generation grape growers and brothers Michael and David Phillips, the family-run winery now carries its legacy into the sixth generation, including Mike’s daughter Melissa. Its roots span more than 150 years of family farming, with a commitment to the land, community and spirit of Lodi.
The winemaking team combines farming, science and intuition to shape its unconventional collection. The winery describes its wines as responsibly grown under Lodi Rules, a framework of more than 100 standards addressing the environmental, social and economic aspects of sustainable winegrowing.
Winemaker Description
Michael David Winery
Step right up and witness the Strongest Man on Earth in his boldest performance yet! Freakshow Cab flexes its power with captivating aromas of blackberry, ripe plum and a touch of nutmeg. Commanding the stage with full-bodied strength and smooth finesse, this Cabernet dazzles with show-stopping flavors of blueberry crumble, cola and Mission fig, finishing with a spice-laced encore that will leave you longing for another round under the big top.
Pairing Suggestions
Try this full-bodied Cabernet with grilled steak, smoky burgers or roasted portobello mushrooms.
Details
- Producer: Michael David Winery
- Wine: Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage: 2024
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Region: California, United States
- Appellation: Lodi
- Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
- Type: Red wine
- Farming: Responsibly grown under Lodi Rules, as described by the producer
Guido Porro Dolcetto d'Alba "Vigna Pari" 2021 750ml
Guido Porro · Dolcetto d'Alba DOC · Vigna Pari · 2020
Guido Porro Dolcetto d'Alba “Vigna Pari” 2020 is a rich, expressive Piedmont red made from 100% Dolcetto. Ripe blackberry, dark cherry, plum and wild-berry aromas mingle with earth, spice and smoke. Juicy dark fruit, gentle tannins and a savory finish give this dry, medium-bodied wine an approachable balance of depth and freshness.
The Producer & Vineyard
Fourth-generation winemaker Guido Porro works in Serralunga d'Alba, in the Langhe hills of Piedmont. Vigna Pari occupies a prime position at the top of the Lazzarito hillside, overlooking vineyards devoted to Barolo. Rather than a secondary slope often reserved for Dolcetto, this site benefits from excellent sun exposure and clay-limestone soils that support concentration and character.
Traditional production and minimal intervention preserve the wine's Piedmontese identity. Sustainable farming and the vineyard's favorable growing conditions underpin a Dolcetto suited to everyday meals as well as a generous Italian dinner.
Pairing & Serving
Pair with hearty lasagna, pasta with meat sauce, roasted chicken, grilled sausages, mushroom risotto, pizza or aged Italian cheeses. Try serving slightly below room temperature to highlight its fruit and freshness.
Details
- Producer: Guido Porro
- Vintage: 2020
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Country: Italy
- Region: Piedmont
- Subregion: Langhe, Serralunga d'Alba
- Appellation: Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- Vineyard: Vigna Pari, Lazzarito Cru
- Grape: 100% Dolcetto
- Type: Red wine
- Style: Dry, medium-bodied
- Soils: Clay and limestone
- Farming: Sustainable
- Production: Traditional, minimal intervention
- Alcohol: 13%
Guido Porro Barolo "VIgna Santa Caterina" 2020 750ml
Guido Porro · Barolo DOCG · Vigna Santa Caterina · 2020
Guido Porro Barolo “Vigna Santa Caterina” 2020 is an elegant, traditionally crafted Nebbiolo from Serralunga d'Alba in Piedmont. Ripe red cherries and raspberries meet dried rose petals, violets, licorice and sweet spice, with earthy mineral notes adding depth. Vibrant acidity and polished tannins support a harmonious palate and a long, graceful finish.
The Producer & Vineyard
The family-owned Guido Porro estate emphasizes vineyard character and the purity of Nebbiolo through traditional winemaking. While Serralunga d'Alba is known for powerful, age-worthy Barolo, Vigna Santa Caterina offers a particularly graceful and approachable expression without sacrificing depth, aromatic complexity or structure.
Expert Reviews
Kerin O'Keefe, 95 Points · 2020: The 2020 Vigna Santa Caterina has enticing aromas of rose, violet and vineyard dust while the juicy, delicious palate boasts great red berry fruit, star anise and baking spice. Chalky, chewy tannins provide polished support.
Jeb Dunnuck, 94 Points · 2020: The medium ruby-colored 2020 Barolo V.S. Caterina is forward with aromas of toasted spices, cedar, raspberries, smoke, and wild herbs. I really enjoy the freshness of these wines, which offer ripe acidity balanced with elegant concentration of fruit. A medium-framed wine, it has good length and a refreshing and approachable feel, with notes of apricot on the finish and only a touch of warmth. Very nicely done, this wine can be enjoyed now through 2036
Pairing & Serving
Pair with braised beef, roasted lamb, mushroom risotto, truffle pasta or aged cheeses. Allow time to aerate for near-term enjoyment, or cellar for further development. The Jeb Dunnuck review recommends enjoyment through 2036.
Details
- Producer: Guido Porro
- Vintage: 2020
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Country: Italy
- Region: Piedmont
- Subregion: Langhe, Serralunga d'Alba
- Appellation: Barolo DOCG
- Vineyard: Vigna Santa Caterina
- Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
- Type: Red wine
- Style: Dry, medium- to full-bodied
- Winemaking: Traditional methods
- Cellaring potential: Excellent
Guido Porro Barolo "Vigna Lazzairasco" 2020 750ml
Guido Porro · Barolo DOCG · Vigna Lazzairasco · 2020
Guido Porro Barolo “Vigna Lazzairasco” 2020 is a traditionally crafted Nebbiolo from the Lazzarito cru in Serralunga d'Alba. Ripe red cherry, raspberry and rose-petal aromas mingle with orange peel, licorice, mint, crushed stone and earthy spice. Layers of red fruit, blood orange and savory herbs unfold over vibrant acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins, carrying a long finish with freshness and depth.
The Producer & Vineyard
Fourth-generation winemaker Guido Porro emphasizes the character of the vineyard through traditional methods. Vigna Lazzairasco, described in the Jeb Dunnuck review as the estate's oldest vineyard, lies on clay and limestone soils within Serralunga d'Alba's Lazzarito cru. The site produces wines prized for concentration, complexity and cellaring potential.
Made from 100% Nebbiolo, the wine undergoes extended maceration before aging for three years in large Slavonian oak barrels. This approach preserves fruit purity while developing the layered character of classic Barolo. The 2020 combines substantial structure with balance and aromatic refinement.
Expert Reviews
Kerin O'Keeffe, 95 Points · 2020: Alluring aromas recall ripe berry, wild rose, vineyard dust and culinary spice. The palate is firm but elegant, offering crushed raspberry, tart cherry, licorice and a dollop of vanilla supported by taut, fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it bright while a hint of almond liqueur lingers on the finish. Drink 2026–2034.
Jeb Dunnuck, 94 Points · 2020: Brick red in color, the 2020 Barolo V. Lazzairasco is spicy and perfumed with notes of eucalyptus, mossy earth, grenadine, cherries, dried rose, and anise. Medium-bodied, it has a nice purity of concentration on the palate, with ripe tannins, a velvety texture, and a clean, balanced finish that has good length. It’s another impressive wine from Porro with some potential for aging over the next 12-15 years.
Pairing & Serving
Pair with braised beef, roasted lamb, wild game, porcini mushrooms, truffle risotto or aged Parmigiano Reggiano. For near-term enjoyment, consider decanting and serving slightly below room temperature. Built for patient cellaring, the wine has potential through 2040 and beyond; the Kerin O'Keefe summary recommends 2031–2046.
Details
- Producer: Guido Porro
- Vintage: 2020
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Country: Italy
- Region: Piedmont
- Subregion: Langhe, Serralunga d'Alba
- Appellation: Barolo DOCG
- Vineyard: Vigna Lazzairasco, Lazzarito Cru
- Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
- Type: Red wine
- Style: Dry, structured
- Soils: Clay and limestone
- Winemaking: Traditional, extended maceration
- Aging: Three years in large Slavonian oak barrels
- Alcohol: 15%
- Cellaring potential: Through 2040 and beyond
Hatzidakis Santorini Mavrotragano, Santorini Aegean Islands 2022 750ml
Guido Porro Barolo "Vigna Rionda" 2021 750ml
Guido Porro · Barolo DOCG · Vigna Rionda · 2021
Guido Porro Barolo “Vigna Rionda” 2021 expresses the depth, perfume and structure of this celebrated Serralunga d'Alba vineyard. Made from 100% Nebbiolo, it layers ripe red cherry and wild raspberry with rose petals, violets and dried herbs. Licorice, sweet tobacco and earthy mineral notes add complexity, while vibrant acidity and firm, refined tannins carry a long, savory finish.
The Producer & Vineyard
Fourth-generation winemaker Guido Porro follows traditional methods that emphasize vineyard character and Nebbiolo purity. Vigna Rionda lies in the Langhe hills of Piedmont, with calcareous clay and limestone soils supporting wines known for elegance, structure and long-term development.
The estate inherited 0.8 hectares in Vigna Rionda in 2011 and replanted with a massal selection from its oldest Lazzarito plot. The concentrated, fresh and refined 2021 vintage has earned particular praise for its aromatic lift, layered palate and persistence. Built for patient cellaring, this Barolo can develop greater aromatic complexity and a silkier texture with maturity.
Expert Reviews
Kerin O'Keefe, KerinOKeefe.com, 99 Points · 2021: "Guido Porro nailed the 2021 vintage as all the firm's Barolos demonstrate, especially the compelling Vigna Rionda. Still youthfully austere with racy tension, the structured, elegant palate delivers red cherry, strawberry compote, nutmeg and licorice set against a backbone of close-grained, velvety tannins. Bright acidity keeps it balanced and energized. An incredible showing. Drink 2036-2051. Abv: 15%"
Michaela Morris, Decanter, 98 Points · 2021: "Upon inheriting 0.8ha in Vignarionda in 2011, the estate replanted the vineyard with a massal selection from their oldest plot in Lazzarito. Despite the young age of vines, this exhibits extraordinary profundity, character and breed. It unfurls slowly with heady florals, toasted hazelnut and smoky incense. The palate is still tightly knit around a matrix of sweet, rich berries, tangy pomegranate, violet and chestnut. Long, silky tannins are seamlessly integrated but not ready to yield their commanding grip. Piercing and persistent in length. Soulfully satisfying, this is among the top wines of the vintage."
Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 97 Points · 2021: "The 2021 Barolo Vignarionda is a total knockout. Crushed rose petal, kirsch, mint, blood orange, sweet spice and candy are all beautifully lifted. This is the first Porro Rionda that captures the haunting inner perfume, the sweetness, the finesse that are all at the heart of what makes Rionda one of the very top sites in Barolo. Readers will find a wine of beguiling complexity and class."
Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com, 96 Points · 2021: "Pouring a jeweled ruby hue, the 2021 Barolo Vignarionda is the most layered wine in the lineup. Aromas of wild raspberries, licorice, alpine herbs, and dark stones emerge from the glass. Medium-bodied but expansive on the palate, it brings forward mouthwatering energy with bright acidity and ripe tannins. Sweet citrus and mineral notes carry through the long finish. Drink 2026-2046."
Pairing & Serving
Pair with braised beef, roasted lamb, wild game, porcini mushrooms, truffle risotto or aged cheeses. For near-term enjoyment, consider decanting and serving slightly below room temperature. The critics offer different drinking windows: Audrey Frick suggests 2026–2046, while Kerin O'Keefe recommends 2036–2051.
Details
- Producer: Guido Porro
- Vintage: 2021
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Country: Italy
- Region: Piedmont
- Subregion: Langhe, Serralunga d'Alba
- Appellation: Barolo DOCG
- Vineyard: Vigna Rionda
- Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
- Type: Red wine
- Style: Dry, structured
- Soils: Calcareous clay and limestone
- Winemaking: Traditional methods
- Aging potential: Suitable for long-term cellaring
Guy Breton Regnie Cru Organic 2025 750ml
Guy Breton · Régnié · 2025
Guy Breton's Régnié offers bright fruit and floral aromas with a taut, fresh expression of Gamay. This organic cru Beaujolais combines the appeal of fragrant fruit with a lively sense of tension, making it an inviting red for the table.
Producer & Terroir
Known to his friends as P’tit Max, Guy Breton took over his family's domaine from his grandfather in 1986. Alongside Marcel Lapierre, Jean-Paul Thévenet and Jean Foillard, he became part of the group known as the Gang of Four, championing traditional viticulture and a less interventionist approach to Beaujolais.
Breton first produced Régnié in 2008. The cuvée combines 40% domaine fruit with 60% purchased fruit and is aged in equal parts used barrels and tank. Its vineyards bring together older and younger vines on shallow soils.
Tasting Profile
Bright fruit and floral aromatics are balanced by a slightly tauter, more tense side of Gamay. Freshness and aromatic lift give the wine an engaging character alongside food.
Importer Commentary · Vintage Not Specified
Tom Wolf: By now, it’s no secret that Guy Breton is a wizard of Gamay. The only question is which spell you want him to cast on you. Is his Morgon incantation your favorite, or do you prefer when he transfixes you with his delicate Chiroubles? If you haven’t fallen under the charms of Guy’s Régnié yet, pour yourself a glass and glance back at the empty bottle a little while later. Blending a century-old vineyard with another filled with thirty-five-year-old vines, Guy taps into the shallow soil to draw out Gamay’s slightly more taut and tense side, balancing out the bright fruit and floral aromas beautifully.
Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Serve lightly chilled with roast chicken, charcuterie, mushroom dishes or a simple lentil salad. Its fresh profile makes it a versatile choice for a shared meal.
Details
- Producer: Guy Breton
- Vintage: 2025
- Country: France
- Region: Beaujolais
- Appellation: Régnié
- Grape: Gamay
- Type: Red wine / Cru Beaujolais
- Farming: Organic
- Fruit sourcing: 40% domaine, 60% purchased
- Aging: 50% used barrels, 50% tank
- Bottle size: 750ml
