18 Wine Reviews Found

  • Tasting Note: Tropical Fruit
98 Points

Domaine Albert Grivault Meursault 1er Perrieres 2020

The new 2020 vintage Meursault Perrieres is the ‘sexiest’ release from this legendary vineyard and a sublime testament to the elite quality of this vintage. The silky smooth texture and alluring bouquet impress from the start. Aromas of pear, lemon oil and honeysuckle. Those enticing notes continue through the luxurious mid-palate leading to crisp, clean...

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97 Points

Merry Edwards Chardonnay Olivet Lane 2020

This crowd-pleaser packed with fresh tropical fruit, tangy citrus, and oak spices is irresistibly delicious and had us begging for another sip. We loved the aromas of lemon zest, pear, nutmeg, and vanilla and the flavors of spiced apples and toasted brioche that unfold on the palate. A long, mouthwatering finish balances its creamy and...

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100 Points

Remoissenet le Montrachet Grand Cru 2020

This remarkable new Grand Cru Montrachet from Burgundy’s highly-anticipated 2020 vintage is monumentally delicious. The texture is silky smooth with bright fruit thanks to this promising vintage. Honeysuckle and gardenia on the bouquet lead to an array of sumptuous flavors including flaky croissant, toasted almonds, crème Brule. Hints of fresh tropical fruit are deftly balanced...

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98 Points

Adversity Chardonnay 5 Wells 2020

This new Chardonnay discovery is outrageously delicious, reminding us of the finest Peter Michael or Aubert bottlings (before they were famous). The bold fruit is simultaneously gloriously refreshing, crisp, and lingering on the palate thanks to the overall balance. Captivating notes of honey-crisp apples, tropical fruit and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the front...

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100 Points

Remoissenet le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019

This remarkable new Grand Cru from Burgundy’s universally celebrated 2019 vintage is simply dazzling. The texture is velvety smooth with rich and refreshing bright fruit thanks to this harmonious vintage. Honeysuckle and lilacs on the bouquet lead to a plethora of sumptuous flavors including flaky croissant, toasted almonds, Crème Brûlée. Hints of fresh tropical fruit...

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98 Points

Kenzo Sauvignon Blanc Napa Asatsuyu 2020

One of the greatest domestic Sauvignon Blanc bottlings there is. The luxurious 2020 Asatsuyu is remarkably refreshing from the generous nose straight on through to the long finish. Lots of energetic ripe citrus, apples and tropical fruits on the palate. What really sets this apart is how elegant and balanced it is, in contrast to...

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96 Points

Bacigalupi Chardonnay RRV Estate 2018

This spectacular new white wine is richly textured and nuanced, bringing forth glorious layers of refreshing tropical fruit, toffee, and hints of hot croissant all deftly balanced with luxurious notes of creamy oak on the finish. This obsession-inducing new vintage lingers gracefully on the palate, enticing us to beg for another glass…or two!

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