Articles
Antonio Galloni, December 14, 2018
Napa Valley enjoyed an extraordinary vintage in 2016. The bottled 2016s are every bit as viscerally thrilling as they were last year when I tasted them from barrel. Best of all, 2016 is a captivating vintage from top to bottom, with a bevy of stunning wines for every palate and budget, as well as a number of bottles that are destined to become icons.
Vinous Table
La Ciau del Tornavento, Treiso, Italy
Ian D'Agata, December 2018
One of Italy’s best and most beautiful restaurants, La Ciau del Tornavento offers memorable views of the vineyards and one of the country’s “top ten” wine cellars, making it a must-visit, especially in the off-season.
Vinous Favorites
2016 Bishop’s Peak Pinot Noir - San Luis Obispo County, 91 points
The 2016 Pinot Noir from Bishop’s Peak, Brian Talley’s entry-level range, delivers the goods for a great price. From a superb vintage, it’s balanced and energetic, deftly playing ripeness off of finesse and showing pure red fruit and floral character, seamless texture and spicy persistence. (JR)
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Cellar Favorites
1945, 1966 & 1982 Gruaud Larose
Neal Martin, December 2018
I recently participated in two tastings connected with one of the most famous dynasties in Bordeaux: the Cordier family. Amongst Cordier’s acquisitions is Gruaud Larose, which came into their hands in 1917 and 1935, since back then, the estate was divided.
1970 Château de Fieuzal Rouge
1990 Gaja Barbaresco Costa Russi
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La Festa del Barolo 2019
January 31 - Feb 2, 2019
The 2018 Holiday Gift Guide
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