"The 1996 Hermitage La Chapelle is immensely impressive. The acidity is high. The color is black/purple, and the wine is extremely concentrated, but unevolved and impossible to penetrate. It could…

After the past several vintages, the 2020 Hermitage La Chapelle will need to add significant richness and concentration if it is to compete at that level.

(92 points) "The 2007 Annonciade is a bit of an outlier in this range, as it shows quite a bit of oak influence. Dried flowers, almond, dried pear, honey and chamomile add layers of complexity. The…

It will be thrilling to follow the 2009 and 2010 la Chapelles over the coming 40-50 years. Much more sexy, voluptuous and layered than the 2010, the 2009.

99 Wa / 96 JS / 95 Ws / 95 Vm. The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard was aged in 70% new oak this vintage, as opposed to 100% as it normally is. Deep garnet-purple in color, it…

Of the three Beckstoffer Vineyards, it's pretty much a joyride as to which one readers may prefer. The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras.

Paul Hobbs - Las Piedras Cabernet Sauvignon (750ml) available at Livingston Bottle King in Livingston, NJ