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ACCOLADE RESULTS
89 points
2022 M. Chapoutier Belleruche Blanc
Jeb Dunnuck, Jeb Dunnuck, October 2023
“The 2022 Côtes Du Rhône Belleruche Blanc brings more richness and depth, with beautiful orchard fruits, some tangerine, flower oil, and honeysuckle notes, medium body, and a rounded, layered mouthfeel. It will be incredibly versatile on the dinner table. The blend is 60% Roussanne, 20% Viognier, and the rest Grenache Blanc and Clairette.”
89 points
2022 M. Chapoutier Belleruche Rosé
Jeb Dunnuck, Jeb Dunnuck, October 2023
“The 2022 Côtes Du Rhône Belleruche Rosé has a lighter pink hue as lively strawberry and white flower aromatics in a medium-bodied, light, refreshing, and delicious style.”
91 points
2020 Donnafugata Isolano Dolce&Gabbana
Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast, August 2023
“A blend of light, bright citrus and sun-warmed stones contrasts the indulgent, floral aromas of almond flowers and marzipan on the nose with the same play among lemon and almond and volcanic soil on the palate.”
96 points
2020 Isole e Olena 'Cepparello' Toscana IGT
Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, October 2023
“Expressive and sumptuous from the get-go, this red features cherry, strawberry, rose, orange peel, mineral and Tuscan herb aromas and flavors. Sangiovese. Best from 2025 through 2045. 4,800 cases made, 800 cases imported.”
93+ points
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs
Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck, November 2023
“The first launch for this wine, the NV Champagne Essentiel Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut is 80% Pinot Noir with the rest Meunier and comes from sustainable grapes. It doesn’t include any reserve wine, so it’s entirely from the 2019 vintage, and moving forward, Boutillat will begin to introduce a new solera to go into this cuvée, coming from 10 different villages across the region. A bright straw hue, the wine opens to a delicate smoky lift with fresh notes of orange citrus, blackberry, and flowers. The palate is pure and fantastic, with distilled black fruit, a fresh, chalky texture, and an elegant, fluffy mouse as well as a well-rounded purity of fruit through the mid-palate. A great first vintage for this wine, it has a lot of charm now and will age gracefully over the coming 10-12 years. It’s a wonderful gateway into Blanc de Noir, a category that should be more prized”
92 points
Piper-Heidsieck Rosé Sauvage
Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck, November 2023
“With the 2018 vintage as its base, the NV Champagne Sauvage Rosé is salmon-colored with a copper tinge. Historically, this cuvée poured a very deep color, but they have dialed back on the color and the power, working toward a more refined and elegant style. This edition is a silky expression with attractive ripe, fresh red berries, roses, and croissants. Rounded, with a refined mousse that enhances the creamy texture, it offers notes of fresh apricot and juicy tangerine fruit on the finish. It’s approachable now but should age gracefully over the coming 10-15 years. Drink 2024-2040”
94 points
2018 M. Chapoutier Chante-Alouette Blanc
Anna-Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast, December 2023
“An array of complex layers lure you into the glass: an orchard of apple and pear, fresh lemon zest, quince, squeeze of fresh pineapple, yellow lily and marzipan, underpinned with raw almond. The palate is complex with an intense layer of stone topped with jackfruit, lemongrass and honeysuckle. Cellar well through 2030+ or enjoy now with rich spicy dishes. — Anna-Christina Cabrales”
92 points
Charles Heidsieck Rosé Réserve
Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, November 2023
“This fresh rosé Champagne is framed by pink grapefruit peel acidity, showing good concentration without excessive weight. Offers a finely knit range of cantaloupe, peach skin, brioche and fleur de sel flavors. Long, creamy finish. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Disgorged 2022. Drink now through 2026. 675 cases imported.”
92 points
Piper Sonoma Brut
Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast, December 2023
“Like its rosé sibling, this new release is an overperformer. An elegant feel and subtle citrus, toast and mineral flavors add up to a bottle of bubbles with finesse. Tiny, slow bubbles and a light but tangy texture carry the delicate flavors beautifully on the palate and through the lingering finish.”
93 points
Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé
Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast, December 2023
“EDITOR'S CHOICE
Lively, lasting pinpoint bubbles and a light salmon color are followed by a complex mix of tangy fruits, toast and minerals in this concentrated and complete wine. Suave but crisp in mouthfeel, imbued with subtle peach and apricot flavors, this wine is something to be savored.”