"There are 2,000 cases of the 1996 Napanook, a blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 13% Petit Verdot. Made in a peppery, spicy, herbaceous, earthy style, it exhibits a dark plum…

"Vinified two-thirds vendange entier, De Montilles 2008 Pommard Pezerolles brims with fresh, tart-edged red currant, strawberry, and red raspberry, allied to smoked meat and pungent herbs. Bright and…

"Vinified two-thirds vendange entier, De Montilles 2008 Pommard Pezerolles brims with fresh, tart-edged red currant, strawberry, and red raspberry, allied to smoked meat and pungent herbs. Bright and…

"Bottled in June 2017, the 2016 Pinot Noir UV Vineyard has a medium ruby-purple color and nose of Sichuan pepper, sandalwood, dusty earth and underbrush with a core of black cherries and black…

"The 2008 Corton-Clos du Roi is a bit massive and closed in on itself. It is clearly holding back considerable potential at this stage. With time in the glass, the fruit gradually begins to emerge.…

"The 2013 Pinot Noir Uv-sl, primarily made from Calera and Vosne-Romane clonal material, boasts a dense ruby/purple color as well as a big, sweet nose of blackcurrants, black cherries, forest floor…

"Faraud's 1990 exhibits a black/ruby color. The big, spicy, earthy, licorice nose and opulent, fat, chewy flavors nearly conceal the considerable tannin levels. This in-your-face, full-throttle…

"The 2011 Les Pavots (3,086 cases) is composed of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. Its chocolaty fudge-like notes intermixed with espresso roast, black and…

"The 1988 exhibits a dark ruby/purple color and a closed but spicy, reticent bouquet vaguely suggestive of cedar, plums, and green olives. This medium-bodied, surprisingly hard and tannic wine will…

"Sleek and tight for now, with a core of red currant and cherry fruit laced with taut minerality, tobacco and grilled herb notes. The finish is long and minerally. Should age nicely. Best from 2009…

"The production of the 2014 Pinot Noirs ranges from a low of 543 cases for the Clos du Ciel to a high of 1,227 cases for the Ma Danseuse. All of these Pinot Noirs are made from what is simply called…

"The 2001 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes (400 cases produced) will be the last vintage of this cuvee. A fabulous wine fashioned from 50-100-year old vines (80% Grenache and the rest Syrah and…

"The 2007 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne continues to show very well, and it hasn't evolved appreciably since I last tasted it a few months ago. Revealing a pretty bouquet of lemon oil,…

"The 1994 Pinot Noirs, which I enthusiastically rated earlier this year, are all available in the marketplace, or through the winery's mailing list. They are gorgeous Pinots that have a high…

"Just entering its prime drinking window, the 2013 Inaugural Cabernet Sauvignon features gorgeous, maturing notes of cassis and pencil shavings, even gravelly notes and smoked meat. Full-bodied, rich…

"The 1989 Sirius, made from old vines of Petite Sirah in the Marston Vineyard of Napa Valley, is a black-colored, dense wine. In addition to the impressive color, this wine gives up a huge bouquet of…