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ACCOLADE RESULTS
98 points
2019 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Asili
James Suckling, James Suckling, April 2022
“Sweet and succulent aromas of tangerines, freshly cut ripe strawberries, cherries and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate with sleek and dense tannins that run the length of the wine and then fan out into a dense, vivid finish of fruit. It’s chewy and seriously structured with finesse and energy. Silky texture.”
93 Points
2016 Animo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
James Suckling, James Suckling, May 2019
“Although this is a dense and ripe Napa cabernet, there are hints of fresh herbs and blood oranges that lift the ripe blackberry, plum and citrus aromas. On the palate, the bitter-chocolate character is more discreet than in many modern-style wines and nicely sets off the generous fruit and supple tannins. The long, fresh finish is supported by restrained tannins. Drink or hold.”
92 Points
2018 Animo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, February 2022
“A rich, plush style, with a wave of cassis, plum reduction, melted black licorice and smoldering tobacco notes that move in unison from start to finish, ending with a late tug of singed cedar. Drink now through 2032.”
90 points
2021 Luke Columbia Valley Chardonnay
Michael Alberty, Wine Enthusiast, May 2023
“Rich aromatics of melted lemon butter with seared scallops should be enough.The wine's vanilla bean and pineapple aromas are mere bonuses. Even the wine's mouthfeel is creamy and buttery, with flavors of peaches, mango, toasted filberts and just enough acidity to hold it all together.”
92 points
2019 Luke Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Enthusiast, March 2022
“Editor's Choice. Mostly old block Weinbau Vineyard fruit, this is immediately identifiable as Cabernet Sauvignon, with aromas of black currant, pink peppercorn and herb, with spice notes in the background. On the palate it's a big, bold wine, with a punch of dark fruit. The tannins give a light squeeze.”
92 points
2019 Luke Columbia Valley Merlot
Wine Enthusiast, March 2023
“Editor's Choice. Weinbau fruit makes up the backbone of this wine. The aromas pull you into the glass, with notes of blue plum, raspberry, vanilla, graphite and coffee. The palate is full feeling, with lush fruit flavors and sneaky structure behind them. There's a pleasing lick of acidity that ups the interest. It's a big mouthful of a wine that overdelivers. Decant to see it at its best”
91 points
2019 Luke Columbia Valley Syrah Reserve
Wine Enthusiast, March 2022
“All the fruit for this wine comes from Lawrence Vineyard on the Royal Slope. The aromas are expressive, with notes of dried flower, herb, medicine, berry and smoked meat. The palate brings sleek Asian plum sauce and pomegranate flavors. There's a grip of structure behind it all. It's fascinating.”
91 points
2019 Luke Columbia Valley "The Companion" Red Blend
Wine Enthusiast, March 2022
“Editor's Choice. This is a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 17% Syrah aged in a mix of French and American oak (about 10% new). With fruit coming from across the Wahluke Slope, aromas of violet, green herb, coffee, rose, raspberry and black cherry are followed by plump flower and plum flavors that show a lot of layering. There's plenty of juicy structure behind it all.”