"Two rows per terrace, licorice soils, vines formed with a single arm and a very unproductive rootstock, make up my landscape and my life.

Mas d’en Perí is a farmhouse dating from the middle of the s. XIX The previous owner made wines on the farm, and there are still some remains of the old cellar at the Mas. My family acquired it at the end of the 50s and I am the third generation to work the land but the first to venture into making wine.

17 ha make up the farm but at the moment there are only 4 planted. 15 years ago, my father decided to plant Grenache and Carignan. Now with the growth of the project, I have decided to plant 3 ha more of white varieties and a little more Grenache.

I follow a sustainable line and work with the intention of making wines with minimal intervention." - Mas d’en Perí

There's a faint coppery tinge to this wine's rosy pink hue, and the fruit is somewhat muted, but this remains an enjoyable drink. Leather and scorched cherry flavors are carried by a supple, rounded mouthfeel, finishing with moderate length and intensity. Easy to drink, but not one to hold more than another few months. Certified biodynamic.

This has aromas of dark chocolate, walnuts, black cherries, plums and spearmint. Firm and well structured, with a full body and firm, slightly grainy tannins. Excellent balance.

This wine's elegance and balance were a pleasant surprise, given the warm vintage. The nose starts with chocolate-wrapped berries and dates. Smooth on the palate, this savoury blend is made with 60% Malbec, 30% Cabernet and 10% Syrah. It has plenty of red- and black-fruit flavors followed by dates, cumin, thyme and integrated notes of baking spices. Good acidity elevates the experience.

Forward, medium bodied, bright, almost tangy -- red fruits. For complexity you find thyme, earth and coffee bean nuances. You should drink this in its youth. 87 Points

The 2007 Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is a superb Italian red wine that epitomizes the excellence of the Montepulciano region. This wine is crafted predominantly from Sangiovese grapes, with a small percentage of complementary varietals. It likely displays a deep garnet color with brick-red highlights, indicating its maturity. On the nose, expect aromas of ripe dark fruits, such as black cherry and plum, mingled with hints of dried herbs, tobacco, and leather, characteristic of well-aged Sangiovese. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied and velvety texture, with flavors mirroring the bouquet, accompanied by notes of baking spices and a subtle earthiness. The tannins are likely well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine, while the acidity adds freshness and vibrancy. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a satisfying impression of fruit and spice. This Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a testament to Carpineto's commitment to quality winemaking and is an excellent choice for pairing with hearty dishes such as roasted meats or aged cheeses.

Ripe red and black berry fruit hold the melody on this wine, while dried mint, olive brine and licorice play base. Chunky tannins overlay satiny fruit on a palate that's luscious and mouthfilling. There's a touch of heat from the alcohol. Christina Pickard

Francis Ford Coppola Eleanor Red

This is a barrel-forward offering of the variety. Aromas of café au lait, scorched earth, dark fruit and spice are followed by sumptuous dark fruit and barrel flavors. A thread of acidity runs throughout it. It needs time for all the pieces to come together. Sean P. Sullivan

The vineyard is in the area of Pachino and NeroSanlorè is made from grapes grown on albarello-trained vines that are 40-45 years old and the wine ages in wood barrels longer than the NeroJbleo. This 2009 has a rich aroma, fatter that its ‘brother’, more balsamic and brackish. The flavor is consistent with the bouquet, the tannins are slightly sweet and the acidity good.

Candied black cherries are accented by hints of tar and anise in this smoky, black-fruited Pinot Noir. It's ripe but elegantly muted by shades of earth and rose-petal perfume. Moderately full in body and zesty on the midpalate. Anna Lee C. Iijima

Black in the glass and dense with aromas of cooked blueberry, vanilla, maple syrup, brown sugar, tar, fudge and fresh purple flowers, this wine takes ripeness and concentration to impressive heights. Lavish on the palate with sticky, grippy tannins, the flavors of blueberry fudge, cola, black pepper and lavender are bold and delicious.

Smells a bit musty and earthy, with hints of mint and a whiff of cherries. The texture is lovely, just what you want in a Sonoma Pinot: silky, soft and seductive. If only there were more going on with the flavors besides oak.

The aromas bring notes of fruit leather, cherry and wood spice. Smooth, medium-bodied dark-fruit flavors follow, with a tart finish. It all seems a bit dried out. Sean P. Sullivan

Nose: Aromas of ripe red fruits, earthy notes, and a hint of spice.
Taste: Rich and full-bodied with flavors of blackberries, plums, and a touch of leather.
Palate: Smooth and well-balanced with a long, lingering finish of dark chocolate and a touch of smokiness.

This wine is jammy, packed with blackberry fruits and sweetness. It also has intense acidity that shines through all the tannins to give a lighter edge. Drink from 2030. Roger Voss

This inky garnet wine features a nose of dark plum, caramel and lavender that set the stage for flavors of black currant, blackberry, vanilla, dark chocolate, clove and violet. It is smooth in the mouth, with opulent tannins and a note of orange zest on the bright finish. Mike DeSimone

This selection (above reserve) from the estate vineyard has the sort of raisin and prune aromas that suggest super-ripe fruit. It's tannic and chewy, a style more reminiscent of Shiraz than most Pinot Noirs, and the finish brings the heat.

This vineyard designate has distinctive and palate-penetrating pine needle accents. It's tight and focused, mixing cranberry and tart raspberry fruit with a light suggestion of truffly umami. The balance and complexity argue for further bottle age. It wraps up with well-ripened tannins that add touches of black olive and black tea. Paul Gregutt

This delicious reserva is garnet-ruby in the glass, with a violet-colored rim. It has enticing aromas of ripe cherry, red plum and saddle leather. In the mouth, there are flavors of ripe red and black fruits, dried sage and thyme, pencil lead and cedar shavings. The tannins are velvety, the mouthfeel is voluptuous, and the finish goes on for days.

This is a surprisingly thin wine from this classic vineyard and stellar vintage. Flavors of strawberry, watermelon and cranberry seem dilute, and there is little backup as the wine trails out the finish. It's a pleasant and balanced wine, aged in 28% new French barrels that push out a toasty finish. Paul Gregutt

Winemaker Matt Dees is considered one of the best winemakers anywhere, and this blend is ample reason to believe the hype. Intense, focused and dry but rich aromas of dark fruit, roasted wood, crushed rocks and wild herb enliven the nose, while the palate is weighty yet expertly tense. Flavors of dried red fruit, peppery spice and milk chocolate float into the finish.

Strong wood-spice aromas of sandalwood and incense float across the cranberry and thyme notes of the nose on this bottling. The woody character spreads through the palate, where cigar-box flavors coat the core of baked strawberry and cherry. Matt Kettmann

The nose is intensely spicy and warm with chili pepper and highlighting an umami meatiness. Cherries, blackberries and chocolate on the palate nonetheless give way again to pepper notes, from fresh cracked black peppercorns to chilis, through a hot finish.

Earthy aromas of graphite, dark-skinned fruit and new leather emerge from the glass. The savoury palate offers ripe blackberry, licorice and black pepper alongside firm tannins. Kerin O’Keefe

This vineyard planted back in 1937 is quite unique. Just a mile and a half from the Napa border on the Sonoma side of the Mayacamas, the vines are planted at a 900 feet altitude along steep, contoured terraces (now prohibited). The extraordinary vines sit in the fog and has adapted to these special features. The grapes have a thicker, tougher skins. The result is a very deep purple wine with increased and impressive structure & tannins. It also has a scabrous character like a peach skin effect.

Cherries, plums, licorice, 5 Spice, and white pepper permeate the nose and palate of this ripe, concentrated, full-bodied, intense wine. Another year or two in the cellar should add a bit more roundness to the wine. The wine is produced from old vine Mourvedre that is close to 100 years of age!

The generous palate of this full-bodied wine is enjoyable now, with notes of fresh figs, raspberries, plums, wild berries, thyme and violets. Grown on cooler parcels, this Grenache is pure and elegant.

Ca' La Bionda Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG

Smoky and rocky on the nose, this wine offers juicy red and black fruit that turns almost candied red apple on the palate. Notes of coffee grinds and top soil are pointed up by the astringency of very tight tannins and razor-sharp acid.

Forest floor, blue flower, menthol and a whiff of crushed celery lead the nose. The linear palate offers pomegranate, star anise and coffee bean alongside fine-grained tannins, while bright acidity keeps it light on its feet. Kerin O’Keefe

Ashes & Diamonds Rouge is an expressive and vibrant red wine that captures the essence of Napa Valley's terroir and winemaking tradition. Crafted with a blend of Bordeaux grape varieties, it reflects the estate's commitment to balance, finesse, and elegance. This wine likely showcases a deep ruby color and an aromatic bouquet of ripe blackberries, cassis, and plum, complemented by hints of cedar, tobacco, and earthiness. On the palate, it offers a rich and velvety texture, with flavors of dark fruit, vanilla, and baking spices, supported by refined tannins and a refreshing acidity. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of fruit and spice. Ashes & Diamonds Rouge is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pasta dishes, and is sure to impress with its depth and complexity.

Valdemar Estates Syrah opens with enticing aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and a hint of black pepper. Subtle notes of smoked meat and dried herbs add complexity to the bouquet. On the palate, the wine showcases a rich and velvety texture, with flavors of blackberry jam, plum, and blueberries. The wine is well-balanced, with integrated tannins and a touch of oak that provides structure and depth. Overall, this Syrah is a beautifully crafted wine that combines fruit-forward characteristics with elegance and complexity.

Intense brown colour with reddish hues. A rich and perfumed bouquet of red berries. In the mouth it is creamy, smooth and with impeccable structure. A perfect balance of flavours, which extends into an enduring and delicious finish.

Plum, licorice, peppercorn and a hint of salt show in the bouquet of this balanced wine. It's full bodied, with well-integrated tannins. The vibrant palate delivers bright black-fruit flavors and peppery spice. It finishes long with leather notes. Jesica Vargas

Nose: The Cave Yves Cuilleron Cornas Le Village offers an enticing bouquet of dark fruits, including blackberries and plums, with hints of black pepper and smoked meat. There are also subtle notes of violets and earthiness.

Taste/Palate: On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and rich, with a velvety texture. The flavors of ripe black fruits dominate, accompanied by savory notes of bacon, black olives, and a touch of licorice. The tannins are well-integrated, providing structure and balance, while the acidity adds freshness. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant impression of dark chocolate and spices.

Forward, medium-bodied, soft, elegant and already charming, the sweetness and purity along with lift and energy create the perfect backdrop for the plums, licorice, smoke, cherries and spice on the nose and palate.

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon/ Shiraz/Petit Verdot, the wine has a rich brambly nose. Ripe dark forest fruit with a smoky richness.

From a vineyard in Coonawarra purchased by the Hill-Smiths in 1992, on terra rossa soils, the majority of the vineyard was planted in 1975. The wine matured for 22 months in barrels, 30% new French oak hogsheads, the remainder in older barrels from France, America and Hungary. Almost black in its saturated colour, fruit straddles blackberry, blueberry and damson plum, with a sheen of polished old wooden furniture, gigar smoke and again a firmness suggested by gravel and graphite. Sumptuously sweet and succulent in the mouth, and enveloping richness and depth of glossy black fruit lies over mocha and sweet smokiness, tannins so sandy and fine and acidity pert like cherry pits. It's big, it's classic, it's a wonderfully expressive wine of grape and place.

Medium garnet, broad rim with purple hues. Fine herbal-tobacco savouriness, red cherry fruit, a hint of clementine zest; a fresh bouquet. Complex, juicy, elegant, well-integrated acidity, delicate tannins, light-bodied, wild red berry fruit, mineral finish; certainly has further ageing potential.