What is particularly compelling about this wine is how different it is from the standard Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Sure, it has all the characteristic aromas of gooseberry, lemons and limes, and vibrant acidity. But it has a level of richness and ... Read More

Billecart-Salmon’s 2012 Nicolas François marks the first release since 2008 and stands as another success. The fundamentals remain unchanged: settling and fermentation at low temperatures, a small proportion vinified in oak barrels and p... Read More

With a significant amount of the two Cabernets in the blend, this is a structured, smoky wine. It does also have juicy black fruits that give a fresher edge to the structure. Drink this fine wine from 2026.

The bright rosé 2024 Rosado is young and fruit-driven, with freshness despite being from the third dry and warm vintage in a row when they got very low yields. It's pure Garnacha from free-run juice with 12.5% alcohol, with notes of roses ... Read More

Juicy and expressive with red and black currants drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled by spice. Graphite and an earthy accent emerge from the finish alongside finely corded tannins. — Elaine Chukan Brown

Jasmin is a traditionalist. He uses no new oak, and does no extended maceration, everything done by hand—including punch-downs by foot. His wines are known for their balance, finesse, and floral lift, rather than power or extraction. “La ... Read More