Le Macchiole Paleo Bianco 2024
Toscana IGT
September 03, 2026 - Le Macchiole Paleo Bianco, first produced in 1991 in small quantities for a local restaurant, is a sophisticated blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Initially dominated by Sauvignon Blanc, recent vintages have seen a shift towards more Chardonnay. This high-end Italian white wine is silky and mineral-driven, fermented in oak barrels of varying sizes, and aged for six months. The result is a vibrant, fresh wine with distinct Mediterranean character, offering a perfect balance of richness and brightness that reflects the terroir of Bolgheri.
James Suckling - June 16, 2026 "A reductive, vibrant and fragrant style, showing peach peel, lemon tree, Mirabelle plums and broom bush. Deep notes of wild fennel. Medium-bodied, silky and sleek with savory, leesy character, midpalate…
Wine Spectator - June 08, 2026 "Peach, lemon and Tuscan scrub aromas and flavors are the themes in this rich yet intense white. Almost creamy in texture, with lively acidity and a bitter citrus aftertaste."
Tommasi De Buris Amarone Riserva 2013
Valpolicella Classico Superiore
August 27, 2026 - De Buris is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most personal expression of the Valpolicella Classica. An Amarone Riserva sourced from the La Groletta cru, it is led by Giancarlo Tommasi and built on the full weight of the family's winemaking knowledge. Unhurried in every step, from selection and drying through extended aging, De Buris is a wine that honors the tradition of the territory while reflecting the ambitions of a new generation.
James Suckling - July 07, 2025 "An earthy and spicy wine with coffee powder, curry and plum aromas. Full-bodied, it shows velvety tannins, a dense palate, refreshing acidity and a polished aftertaste."
Wine Spectator - August 31, 2026 "Warmed black raspberry and dehydrated cherry fruit flavors are laced with espresso, cured tobacco, vanilla and singed brown sugar notes in this layered red. Rich but balanced and ultimately subtle…
Tommasi De Buris Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2019
Valpolicella Classico Superiore
August 27, 2026 - De Buris Valpolicella Superiore is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most direct expression of La Groletta, one of the Valpolicella Classica's most storied crus. Where De Buris Amarone Riserva draws on the full depth of time and process, the Valpolicella Superiore captures the vineyard in its purest, most immediate form: attentive winemaking, respectful of the land, and focused entirely on what this particular terroir can offer.
James Suckling - September 26, 2024 "An intriguing nose of subtle salted caramel, sweet cherries, cloves and chamomile. The palate is full-bodied and layered, with some cedar and cinnamon notes in the finish. Enveloping and cozy.…
Wine Spectator - August 31, 2026 "A firm, savory red, with macerated and dried cherry fruit laced with notes of tar and fresh earth, iron, cured tobacco and leather. Chewy tannins give this some weight, but…
Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Pinot Noir 2023
Laurelwood District
August 25, 2026 - As Wine Spectator once wrote, “All Oregon Pinot Noirs are measured against the Ponzi yardstick.” For over 50 years, the Ponzi family has farmed 140 acres of certified sustainable vineyards on Laurelwood soils. This wine is the result of a decade's long effort by sisters Maria and Luisa and neighboring growers to establish the Laurelwood District, Oregon’s first soil-based AVA. The area’s volcanic basalts, layered with windblown loess, shape the vines' evolution. Bright red fruit gives way to dark berry and brambly spice as the vines mature.
James Suckling - March 11, 2025 "Deep, dark fruit and moody, spicy, savory accents on a bold, fine-grained tannic texture backed by great acidity. It is structured, concentrated, layered and intense. It becomes broader and richer…
Wine Advocate - November 06, 2025 "Matured for 10 months in 30% new French oak, the 2023 Pinot Noir Laurelwood District has nuanced aromas of red and black cherries, licorice, saline, holiday spice and earth. The…
Wine Spectator - October 13, 2025 "Vibrant and fresh, with lively flavors of pomegranate and cherry accented with green tea tones that speed toward snappy tannins."
E. Guigal Hermitage Blanc 2020
Hermitage
August 24, 2026 - E. Guigal Hermitage Blanc is a rare gem from one of France’s most renowned appellations. While white Rhône wines are scarce, Guigal’s focus on this style makes them a standout, with whites making up 25% of their production. This wine blends explosive floral and fruit aromas with intense minerality and a silky concentration of flavors. Made primarily from Marsanne, with a hint of Roussanne, it finishes remarkably fresh, capturing the warmth and complexity of the Northern Rhône. This is a true discovery for those seeking elegance and depth.
Jeb Dunnuck - March 28, 2024
James Suckling - May 02, 2024
Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "Matured in one-year barrels, the 2020 Hermitage Blanc wafts from the glass with aromas of almonds, spices, ripe orchard fruits and attractive oaky nuances. Medium- to full-bodied, round and sappy,…