Champagne Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2008
Champagne
February 27, 2026 - Vieilles Vignes Françaises is Champagne’s most mythical cuvée, crafted from ungrafted Pinot Noir vines that miraculously survived the phylloxera epidemic. Two of Bollinger’s classified Grands crus, Chaudes Terres and Clos St. Jacques, continue to be farmed using traditional methods that date back to pre-phylloxera times. Created by Madame Lily Bollinger in 1969 to commemorate her 70th birthday and released in 1974, the wine quickly became a collectible, embodying a bygone era. Its rarity makes it one of the most sought-after and collectable Champagnes in the world.
Wine Advocate - September 15, 2021
Finca Decero Mini Ediciones Cabernet Franc 2022
Mendoza
February 25, 2026 - Finca Decero’s Mini Ediciones Cabernet Franc is a rare, limited-edition wine from the renowned Remolinos Vineyard. As one of the winery’s three “rare varieties & limited edition” wines, it’s a supreme example of Cabernet Franc. The wine offers nuances of bell pepper, graphite, and plum, with fresh aromatics and taut acidity, resulting in a well-structured profile with great aging potential. Finca Decero has become one of Mendoza's top producers, earning critical acclaim, including "[Argentine] Wines of the Year: Best Cabernet Franc" by Tim Atkin.
James Suckling - February 28, 2024 "This cabernet franc has pretty aromas of blueberries, pine cones, chocolate, mint and espresso. It’s full-bodied, expressive and well-framed, with bright acidity and tight-grained tannins. Drink or hold.This cabernet franc…
Dog Point Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Marlborough
February 25, 2026 - Dog Point’s Sauvignon Blanc takes a category of wine and completely transcends it, with an intensity, depth and energy that so obviously sets it apart from the first encounter. When they decided to make a pure stainless steel Sauvignon Blanc, Dog Point pushed to the ultimate every process to produce top quality, distinctive wine. They hand-pick fruit at low yields, green harvest at times, and ferment partially with indigenous yeasts. This wine helped make Dog Point a key advocate of premium wine production in New Zealand, and for New Zealand across the world.
Wine Advocate - December 20, 2024 "The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc leads with a distinct nose of freshly picked curry leaf, crushed sea shells, lemon zest, asphalt, mustard seed, dried coriander/coriander seed and white flesh orchard fruit.…
James Suckling - January 01, 2025 "This is excellent, as always, showing flint, sliced lemons and fresh green melon. Some Thai basil too. Medium body, crisp acidity and lots of fruit at the end but with…
Wine Spectator - July 03, 2025 "Stunning, complex and distinctive, with notes of flint and smoky litsea oil giving way to plump and juicy mango, peach and lemon curd flavors. Dried pineapple, lemon oil and fresh…
Far Mountain Myrna Chardonnay 2021
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California
February 20, 2026 - Myrna’s focused intensity of fruit and texture reflects its two extreme mountain and hillside vineyard sites. The word Myrna translates to "beloved", a reflection of Far Mountain's feelings about truly great Chardonnay: wines that can translate from their sites intense minerality, texture and a dazzling spectrum of flavors.
James Suckling - December 05, 2023 "Cooked apple with hints of caramel and flint as well as stone. A touch of nougat. Medium to full body with a firmness and fine creamy texture. Crunchy fruit at…
Wine Enthusiast - September 30, 2024 "Bright and focused mountain fruit is on display here from a dry farmed vineyard at high elevation. Meyer lemon, white flowers, river rocks and tangerine aromas on the nose give…
Casisano Brunello di Montalcino 2017
Tuscany
February 18, 2026 - Casisano Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant, traditional-style wine from a mid-sized estate in the southern hills of Montalcino, nestled between Sant’ Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell’Abate. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, this wine is a true expression of Montalcino’s terroir, shaped by over 100 years of winemaking passion. The nose opens with floral and spicy aromas, leading to ripe cherry and plum flavors. Hints of dried herbs and earthy undertones provide depth, while vibrant acidity and fine tannins ensure a well-rounded, lasting finish.
Wine Enthusiast - September 01, 2023
Wine Spectator - May 10, 2022