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Larner Transverse Syrah 2014	Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California	Red Wine	91	A blend of Syrah from four estates in Santa Barbara County; Coquelicot vineyard in the Santa Ynez AVA, Verna's vineyard in the Santa Rita Hills AVA, Rodney's vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA.
Larrikin Barossa Shiraz 1999	Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia	Red Wine	92	Following on from two successful vintages, the third release of Larrikin Shiraz is again showing classic, bold Barossa fruit. A large framed wine with the balance to approach whilst young. Opulent aromas of dark chocolate and ripe brambly fruit abound from the glass.
LaRue Rice-Spivak Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014	Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	91	The 2014 LaRue Rice-Spivak Vineyard Pinot Noir is from a six-acre vineyard south of the town of Sebastopol. The soils on this vineyard are Goldridge sandy loam along with volcanic ash. The Goldridge is very common for the area, while the volcanic ash is quite unusual. This distinctive soil profile along with the clonal selections of Dijon and Swan create a wine that is balanced with good acidity, fresh aromas, and an unmistakable minerality.
LaRue Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014	Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	This is a savory wine with aromas of dark raspberry, muddled strawberries,and sarsaparilla. Hints of rose petal, spicy pepper, and cocoa nibs completethe aromatic profile. On the palate this wine is mouth-filling with flavorsof macerated Japanese plums, zesty orange peel, and peach blossom. Notes ofcaramel and toast round out the smooth and lingering finish.
LaRue Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2016	Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	This youthful wine opens up with aromas of black cherry, just ripe strawberry, and red raspberry. Floral notes of violets, honeysuckle, and jasmine lift the aroma. On the palate, the fruit notes follow through and intermingle with flavors of cardamom, five spice, and a hint of vanilla. The mouth-feel is filling and round with supple tannin notes.
Las Colinas del Ebro Garnacha Blanca 2008	Spain	White Wine	90	This new wine was first produced in 2006. The wine is made from 100 year old Garnacha Blanca vines grown in Terra Alta. Fruit was hand harvested, de-stemmed and lightly crushed prior to pressing. The must was cold-settled and a portion of must that had been macerated with the skins for 12 hours was added prior to fermentation for additional complexity. Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.
Las Pizarras Altos Las Pizarras 2005	Spain	Red Wine	93	The color is deep red with a bright rim. On the nose, notes of vanilla and butterscotch from the oak blend with the herbs and floral aromas of the Garnacha. The palate is round and powerful, with dark fruits and ample structure for aging.
Las Pizarras Las Pizarras 2008	Spain	Red Wine	90	100% old vine Garnacha, (70-100 years) sourced from the villages of Acered, Alarba and Castejón de Alarba from mountainside slate vineyards 3000 feet high. These slate vineyards give the wine a pronounced minerality and structure. Yields were limited to a maximum of 1 ton per acre.
Las Pizarras Las Pizarras 2009	Spain	Red Wine	91	Las Pizarras is a deep cherry-red color with a bright rim. The nose is very floral (particularly violets and orange blossom), spiced and grassy. On the palate there's a good taste of ripe cherry. This wine is full-bodied with balanced tannins and a nice aftertaste.
Las Rocas Garnacha 2002	Spain	Red Wine	91	"The 2002 Garnacha is fashioned from 75-year old Grenache vines planted on pure slate. Sixty percent was aged in tank, and 40% in neutral wood foudres. There are 20,000 cases of this offering, which may be the greatest wine value I have ever tasted. Deep ruby/purple-colored, with a gorgeous nose of kirsch liqueur intermixed with melted licorice and white flowers, this deep, medium to full-bodied, fruit-driven, sumptuously-textured 2002 is loaded. It should drink well for 3-4 years, possibly longer."
Las Rocas Garnacha 2003	Spain	Red Wine	88	"This is the second vintage for the ambitious project of importer Eric Solomon, who discovered these ancient high altitude Grenache vineyards (70-100 years old), and brand named his offerings Las Rocas. The 2003 Grenache has just been released, and it's another winner... Aromas of sweet black cherries, raspberries, pepper, and loamy soil soar from the glass of this medium-bodied, surprisingly elegant, personality-filled red. Soft tannin and good depth suggest drinking over the next 1-3 years is warranted."
Las Rocas Garnacha 2006	Spain	Red Wine	91	"The grapes for Las Rocas are sourced from high altitude 70- to 100-year-old Garnacha vineyards. The 2006 Las Rocas Garnacha is dark crimson-colored with an alluring nose of spice box, mineral, black cherry, and black raspberry. Smooth-textured, round, and with no hard edges, this tasty effort is designed for immediate gratification. This is one worth buying by the case."
Las Rocas Garnacha 2007	Spain	Red Wine	90	"There are 18,000 cases of the delightful 2007 Las Rocas Garnacha, a wine sourced from Calatayud vineyards ranging in age from 70 to 100 years. Dark ruby in color, it delivers alluring aromas of spice box, mineral, cherry, and black raspberry. Layered on the palate, it has superb depth, succulent flavors, and a pure, lengthy finish. It will provide pleasure over the next three years. The Las Rocas label has become synonymous with value in recent years."
Las Rocas Garnacha 2009	Spain	Red Wine	90	Deep ruby colored with a gorgeous nose. Attractive aromas of kirsch, raspberries, pepper and melted liquorice. Full flavored wine with a supple texture and no hard edges. Medium to full bodied, fruit driven sumptuously-textured and long aftertaste.
Las Rocas Garnacha 2008	Spain	Red Wine	88	Deep ruby colored with a gorgeous nose. Attractive aromas of kirsch, raspberries, pepper and melted liquorice. Full flavored wine with a supple texture and no hard edges. Medium to full bodied, fruit driven sumptuously-textured and long aftertaste.. Pairing: Various roast dishes, Spanish stew, mushrooms and grilled meats. Blue fish, rice, short-and medium-cured cheeses.
Las Rocas Garnacha 2012	Spain	Red Wine	88	Las Rocas Garnacha offers vibrant aromas and flavors of dark cherry and blackberry. Well-integrated nuances of oak and round tannins underscore these decadent fruit flavors to create a rich, well-structured wine.
Las Rocas Red Blend 2009	Spain	Red Wine	90	The bright red color of the 2009 Red Blend leads to ripe, jammy aromas and nuances of oak. These aromas extend to the palate, creating a bright, medium-bodied wine with a round, smooth finish.
Las Rocas Rosado 2008	Spain	Pink and Rosé	90	The perfect summer sipping wine made from Grenache. Chill down and drink up!
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2005	Spain	Red Wine	91	"The 2005 Las Rocas Vinyas Viejas comes from high altitude, low yielding, 100+-year-old Grenache vines and is aged in French and American oak. More aromatic than its sibling, it has a splendid perfume of spice box, lavender, kirsch, and blueberry. It is also a bit richer and longer in the finish. While it may evolve for 1-2 years, who could resist it now?" - Wine Advocate
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2006	Spain	Red Wine	91	91 Points
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2007	Spain	Red Wine	89	The wine shows a deep ruby, almost purple color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Its dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2008	Spain	Red Wine	88	The wine shows a deep ruby, almost purple color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Its dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2009	Spain	Red Wine	90	Spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2012	Spain	Red Wine	90	Spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.
Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2013	Spain	Red Wine	91	The Garnacha Vinas Viejas exhibits a deep ruby color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. This well-structured wine has dark cherry flavors and elegant hints of oak, with round, supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.
Last Summer Grenache 2016	Central Coast, California	Red Wine	93	The wine is almost fuchsia in color with lots of purple flowers and red fruits on the nose. On the palate, this wine shows lots of nice white and black pepper, fresh and tart cranberry, pomegranate and a hint of mushroom.
Latah Creek Chardonnay 1998	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	89	The growing conditions for the 1998 harvest produced wines with lots of flavor and fruit intensity. This wonderful, clean, crisp Chardonnay will be a great compliment to the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. A wonderfully fruity, full bodied Chardonnay--rich and buttery. The long, smooth toasty finish was achieved by 2 months of French oak aging.
Latta Lawrence Vineyard Roussanne 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	92	Serious white wine that is vibrant gold in the glass, with honeysuckle, kumquat, lemon curd, beeswax and wet stone. This beguiling wine has richness, minerality and structure. The warm 2013 vintage had us pursuing balance all year.
Latta Malbec Northridge Vineyard 2011	Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	This opaque purple/black wine has a soaring perfume of mineral, lavender, exotic spices, incense, blueberry, licorice, and dusty cocoa. Layered and structured, this effort will see benefit from 4-5 years of additional cellaring and should drink well for the next twenty.
Latta Malbec Northridge Vineyard 2012	Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	This opaque purple/black wine has a soaring perfume of mineral, lavender, exotic spices, incense, blueberry, licorice, and dusty cocoa. Layered and structured, this effort will see benefit from 4-5 years of additional cellaring and should drink well for the next twenty.
Latta Upland Vineyard Grenache 2012	Snipes Mountain, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	A vibrant deep ruby-colored wine, it exhibits mineral, underbrush, garrigue, bright cherry and raspberry aromatics. Intense, vibrant, and lingering on the palate, our Grenache exudes a rich sanguine quality with fine-grained sweet tannins.
Latta Upland Vineyard Grenache 2014	Snipes Mountain, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	93	A vibrant deep ruby-colored wine, it exhibits mineral, underbrush, garrigue, bright cherry and raspberry aromatics. Intense, vibrant, and lingering on the palate, our Grenache exudes a rich sanguine quality with fine-grained sweet tannins.
Laughinghouse Pinot Noir 2013	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	This Sonoma County Pinot is made up of no less than five great vineyards. It has a medium-garnet color that's bright red, without bricking. It is unfiltered so there's a slight dullness to the color, but (trust me) that's a good thing. The nose has all the wonder and beauty of great Sonoma Pinot. It is a delightful blending of bing cherry, cranberry and wild strawberries, damson plums, rose petals and light green earth. In the mouth it is silky and quite smooth, very well balanced, with just enough grip to remind you to serve it with fresh caught king salmon. Here’s a purposeful homage to the wines of the Cotes de Beaune, especially similar to Monthelie.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2002	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	91	2002 began with a bang and ended on the same note, producing dramatic wines of great structure and intensity.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2009	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	93	2009 Laurel Glen Counterpoint displays aromas of cherry, red currant, caramel, mineral and earth. The wine is supple and finely textured, with layers of mocha, ripe cherry, tobacco and truffle. Smooth, elegant, fresh and vibrant, this wine over-delivers.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2011	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	95	2011 Laurel Glen Counterpoint is filled with scents of tobacco, cherry, herbs and caramel. Silky concentration and ripe red fruit is complicated with spicy oak, olive tapenade and earth. The wine has great freshness and depth, focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2013	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	2013 Laurel Glen Counterpoint bursts with aromas of raspberry compote, plum, blond tobacco and crème brûlée. The wine presents layer upon layer of ripe currant flavors, licorice and smoky spicy oak. The finish is fresh and bright with a focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2014	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	93	Laurel Glen Counterpoint bursts with aromas of raspberry compote, plum, blond tobacco and creme brulee. The wine presents layer upon layer of ripe currant flavors, licorice and smoky spicy oak. The finish is fresh and bright with a focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.
Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2015	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	Mother Nature both blessed and cursed us in 2015. The Cabernet Sauvignon fruit we harvested was of exceptional quality. We picked unusually tiny, intensely flavored berries. However, the quantity of the fruit was heart breaking. Our yield in 2015 was less than half of what we harvested in 2014.
Laurel Glen Quintana Cabernet Sauvignon 2000	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	87	Fortunately, we made plenty of the 2000 Quintana. In the glass it displays a stout purple edge and a deep, dark core that presage its robust but ample and juicy style. The wine is quite elegant on the nose, with aromas of black fruits and violets. Dark berry flavors dominate the flavors. This is a quite sophisticated wine, with a long and rather smooth finish that invites the proverbial second glass.
Laurel Glen REDS 2002	California	Red Wine	89	"This blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and Petite Sirah tastes like one of those regional wines you discovered on vacation. You remember the sweet cherries, how dry it was, and how perfect with that chicken cacciatore. Shows up the promise of Lodi."
Laurel Glen Reds California 2000	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	87	We set out in mid-1995 to blend a delicious, spicy, opulent--and most of all supremely affordable--wine. Reds is an amalgam of warm weather grapes from all over California. It is a true wine for the people: sensuous, round, exotic, and most of all, delicious!
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 1999	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	One of the best values in California Cabernet from one of the most consistent good California wineries. This blend of Cabernet and Merlot has it all - rich fruit, velvety tannins, and a long, juicy finish. It will even continue to improve with some time in the bottle.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1993	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	96	A cooler year with some green tones in the fruit that have taken many years to resolve… good maturity at a lower scale, fine balance, vineyard in good shape, no rot or shrivel; brix may have exceeded maturity; excellent darkness and balance, but without the zing of a great vintage.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1994	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	94	Another great year, the even years of the 1990s were terrific and the odd years more problematic with the exception of 1999…balance, rich, full, dense, complex; wine follows vineyard notes; a terrific vintage.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1997	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	The 1997 Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain is a wine of contrasts: massive, but suave; powerful, but balanced; delicious now, but decidedly an ager.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1998	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	88	Regardless of the year, Laurel Glen has to reach a standard of quality, and in 1998 just over 1000 cases (about 50% of normal) made the cut. The 1998 Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon displays a glass-staining, dark, dense purple rim surrounding its opaque core; a tobacco/spice aroma rises from the black-fruit heart of the wine. The long, complex and balanced texture promises the typical Laurel Glen ageing potential, while offering a surprisingly smooth and luscious mouthful now. Release date: April 1, 2001 Cases produced: 1044
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1999	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	The 1999 Laurel Glen displays a typically dark rim and black, glass-staining, core; on the nose it's unusually open and perfumed, full with mulberries and intriguing tarry notes; in the mouth it's suave and elegant with a very long finish, rich but not cloying. Like all Laurel Glens, this is not an instant gratification wine: a few years' cellaring will serve to unfold its complexities.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2002	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	95	"Classic Laurel Glen, a Cabernet stuffed with dense, thrillingly ripe fruit..."
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2001	Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	92	Laurel Glen has built a reputation for making some of the most balanced and delicious Cabernets in California - this flagship wine from mountain grown fruit is a perfect example of how special these wines are.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2011	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	95	The cool growing season and long hang time of 2011 produced wines with subtle berryfruit, a hint of herb, and classic Laurel Glen Vineyard minerality and terroir. The vastexperience of the new team meant that we were more than up to the challenges of the season'scool conditions. Yes, we all had to work harder, but we can take pride in the results: wines ofgreat charm. The mountain tannins of 2011 are smoother than most vintages, giving thewine structure with velvety texture and suppleness even in its youth.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2012	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	Blended from the vineyard lots with the most complexity, density and promise of age-ability to create a wine that displays an expressive bouquet of red cherries and blackberries, a velvety mid-palate and a spine of minerality.
Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013	Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California	Red Wine	90	Beautiful purple inky color, with clean raspberry and cassis nose. A little sweet ripeness on the attack and medium bodied flavor that leaves a soft lush finish that lingers just long enough. Tannins are smooth and polished, ready to drink now, or hold for a good number of years.
Laurel Glen Terra Rosa Cabernet Sauvignon 1999	Chile	Red Wine	91	The 1999 Terra Rosa Chile displays a beautiful violet-hued rim and a black core. The nose is filled with cassis (yes, real cassis, not just the usual winemaker claim!), plums, and violets: it's deep and fragrant, with mineral overtones. In the mouth it's silky, mouth filling, supple, with a lively elegance. Tannins are sufficient to stand up to food and to provide a pleasant grip. Overall, the wine is incredibly balanced and simply delicious. It invites a second glass, bottle, and pallet. It's hard to imagine a more quintessentially perfect wine by the glass than the 1999 Terra Rosa Chile. Wonderful with grilled meats and hearty pastas.
Laurence Feraud Gigondas 2010	Gigondas, Rhone, France	Red Wine	90	Offers concentrated dark fruit aromas on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, it is big, rich and ripe on the palate, with a long, lingering finish.
Laurence Feraud Pink Pegau 2015	Rhone, France	Pink and Rosé	90	Pale pink and salmon in color, with peach, floral and red fruit aromas. Bone dry, with a crisp, mouth-watering acidity leading to a long, spicy, mineral finish.
Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2011	Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France	White Wine	90	Montagny 1er Cru Les Bassets has a citrus fruit driven bouquet with fine flesh and midplate punch leading to a soft, fruity finish.
Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2012	Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France	White Wine	90	Montagny 1er Cru Les Bassets has a citrus fruit driven bouquet with fine flesh and midplate punch leading to a soft, fruity finish.
Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2016	Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France	White Wine	91	White wines from the Cote Chalonnaise are sometimes leaner and tarter than those from the Cote de Beaune despite being further south. The hilly terrain draws in cool westerly winds which delays ripening and brings freshness to the wines. Limestone soils give an underpinning of minerality and oak aging lends warmth and texture.
Laurent Miquel Nord Sud Syrah 2007	Languedoc, South of France, France	Red Wine	90	This Syrah is full bodied and distinctive with mature fruit and spice that is so characteristic of our Syrah. Complex layers of black cherry, pepper and spice pair with rounded tannins to make a very complete and satisfying wine. Enjoy with roast beef or lamb, game dishes or mature cheese.
Laurent Perrachon et Fils Julienas Les Mouilles 2016	Beaujolais, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	90	From a granite-and-schist site planted to 50 year-old vines in the Perrachon’s home-village, this is an impressively mineral wine that shines in the sleek profile of 2016.
Laurent Perrachon et Fils Moulin-a-Vent Terres Roses 2018	Beaujolais, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	89	It is generally held that the significant admixture of Manganese in the granitic soils is what lifts this cru to its important heights. Always the most “burgundian” of Beaujolais wines, Perrachon’s version, hailing from vines with an average of 50 years of age, is an important, meaty wine, with plenty of salt in the stew.
Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose 1997	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Grand Sicle Alexandra Ros was a surprise wedding gift for Alexandra, the eldest daughter of Laurent-Perrier's owner Bernard de Nonancourt. The rarest and most precious wine produced by Laurent-Perrier, it is made in extremely limited quantities and only from the very best vintages. Grand Sicle Alexandra Ros 1997 is only the fourth bottling of this exclusive and extraordinary Champagne.
Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose in Wooden Gift Box 2004	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	A tasting of Alexandra Rose Millesime is one of those all-too-rare moments – a unique sensory experience. A delicate ring of bubbles circles the inside of the glass, enlivened by a fine, persistent stream of bubbles. The color register is anything but the usual shade of redcurrant or raspberry. Instead, what you see illuminating the lead-crystal glass is a diaphanous amber-pink.
Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose (torn capsule) 1982	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Laurent-Perrier's premium Vintage Cuvee Rose is like no other champagne and is the outcome of a deliberately innovative approach to winemaking. Alexandra Rose is the ultimate expression of the passion, the exacting standards and the sheer excellence of the House. Produced in very small quantities, this outstanding, subtly powerful wine is rare and much sought-after.
Laurent-Perrier Brut	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of their Champagnes.The color is a pale golden hue, with fine and persistent bubbles. The nose is fresh and delicate, showing good complexity with hints of citrus and white fruit.
Laurent-Perrier Brut (1.5 Liter Magnum)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.
Laurent-Perrier Brut (187ML Split)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.
Laurent-Perrier Brut (375ML half-bottle)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.
Laurent-Perrier Brut (3 Liter Bottle)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 1996	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	92	The current 1996 vintage, owes its quality to very favorable weather during the growing period and harvest. Composed of roughly equal parts of chardonnay and pinot noir, Brut Millesime 1996 is made exclusively from wines from the very best crus. Only the cuvee, or first pressing is used.
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 1999	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	"This is sumptuous and delicate, offering peach, beeswax and ginger notes. Firmly structured, with a chalklike sensation underneath that emerges on the finish. Drink now through 2015."
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2004	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Golden yellow color, with green highlights with a steady stream of fine and persistent bubbles. The initial aroma is marked by an attractive fruity character which then evolves displaying notes of ripe fruits and honey (acacia honey). Initial impressions are of vivacity and a fine mousse. As its character is gradually revealed, there is a sense of complexity, depth of flavor and a still youthful freshness. The long finish is marked by persistent notes of yellow stone fruits (mirabelle plum).
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2006	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	To ensure that Laurent-Perrier Brut Millésimé (Vintage Brut) is an outstanding and rare wine, Cellar Master Michel Fauconnet only declares a vintage in the finest years. Such wines clearly express the specific character of the year, enshrined in the House style.
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2007	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier has chosen to make vintages very rarely, only selecting the very best years. This makes the Brut Millesime a rare and outstanding wine that clearly expresses the specific character of a year in the Laurent-Perrier style.
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2002	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Golden yellow color, with green highlights with a steady stream of fine and persistent bubbles. The initial aroma is marked by an attractive fruity character which then evolves displaying notes of ripe fruits and honey (acacia honey). Initial impressions are of vivacity and a fine mousse. As its character is gradually revealed, there is a sense of complexity, depth of flavor and a still youthful freshness. The long finish is marked by persistent notes of yellow stone fruits (mirabelle plum).
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2000	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	92	Straw yellow color, with fine and persistent bubbles.
Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime (375ML half-bottle) 1993	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Not all vintages are worthy of a special bottling. At Laurent-Perrier, only the most exceptional of harvests will lead to a Vintage Brut and 1993 was one such harvest. Capable of extending cellars aging, the Laurent-Perrier Vintage Brut 1993 finely showcases the characteristics of this growing season. After flowering in Mid-June, the vines were treated to a warm and calm summer, allowing them to produce healthy grape clusters of superb quality. This balanced and well-rounded Champagne is the product of both the cooperation of nature and the skill of our winemaker, Alain Terrier. As is the tradition for Laurent-Perrier, dosage is light, to enable the quality and characteristics of the wine to shine through. Besides being an astoundingly graceful aperitif, Laurent-Perrier Brut Vintage 1993 is very well suited for enjoyment throughout the meal. Poultry and white meats match perfectly with this wine and it is an excellent accompaniment to both fresh and saltwater fish.
Laurent-Perrier Cuvee Rose with Gift Box	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	92	Laurent-Perrier Rose is the best-selling rose Champagne in the world and it is one of the few roses still made by the traditional "saignee" method. Unlike most rosé Champagnes, no still red wine is added to the Champagne at any point. The "saignee" method begins and lasts for 2-3 days. The juice has direct skin maceration from which the wine extrapolates all its color, flavor and aromas, including many true pinot noir varietal characteristics. This painstaking winemaking technique produces a rose Champagne of unparalleled quality. The Cuvée Rosé Brut is aged on its lees for at least four years, adding complexity and depth to the forward pinot noir fruit. Each bottle is manually riddled and disgorged. All grapes in the blend come exclusively from ten 100%-rated Grand Cru vineyards.
Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier has been producing a Demi-Sec since the 19th century, when it was known as "Laurent-Perrier Excellent". Today it is heralded by connoisseurs for its diverse food pairing opportunities.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	#55
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Coffret with 2 Flutes	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	#55
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire (1.5 Liter Magnum) 1990	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire (1.5 Liter Magnum) 1990	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle No. 24	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	94	Blend: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir from 100% Grand Cru vineyards with wine from the vintages of 2007, 2006 and 2004.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire 1990	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle No. 24 with Gift Box	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	91	Blend: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir from 100% Grand Cru vineyards.
Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle with Gift Box	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	93	#55
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (1.5 Liter Magnum)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (187ML Split)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (3 Liter Bottle - Jeroboam)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (375ML half-bottle)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (6 Liter Bottle - Methusaleh)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.
Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (9 Liter Bottle - Salmanazar)	Champagne, France	Sparkling & Champagne	90	Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.
Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2006	Austria	White Wine	90	The Laurenz V. Charming Grüner Veltliner has aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness that marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking.
Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2010	Austria	White Wine	90	Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!
Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2009	Austria	White Wine	91	Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!
Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2011	Austria	White Wine	89	Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!
Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2012	Kamptal, Austria	White Wine	90	Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!

Larner Transverse Syrah 2014

Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California

Red Wine

91

A blend of Syrah from four estates in Santa Barbara County; Coquelicot vineyard in the Santa Ynez AVA, Verna's vineyard in the Santa Rita Hills AVA, Rodney's vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA.

Larrikin Barossa Shiraz 1999

Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia

Red Wine

92

Following on from two successful vintages, the third release of Larrikin Shiraz is again showing classic, bold Barossa fruit. A large framed wine with the balance to approach whilst young. Opulent aromas of dark chocolate and ripe brambly fruit abound from the glass.

LaRue Rice-Spivak Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014

Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

91

The 2014 LaRue Rice-Spivak Vineyard Pinot Noir is from a six-acre vineyard south of the town of Sebastopol. The soils on this vineyard are Goldridge sandy loam along with volcanic ash. The Goldridge is very common for the area, while the volcanic ash is quite unusual. This distinctive soil profile along with the clonal selections of Dijon and Swan create a wine that is balanced with good acidity, fresh aromas, and an unmistakable minerality.

LaRue Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014

Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

This is a savory wine with aromas of dark raspberry, muddled strawberries,and sarsaparilla. Hints of rose petal, spicy pepper, and cocoa nibs completethe aromatic profile. On the palate this wine is mouth-filling with flavorsof macerated Japanese plums, zesty orange peel, and peach blossom. Notes ofcaramel and toast round out the smooth and lingering finish.

LaRue Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2016

Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

This youthful wine opens up with aromas of black cherry, just ripe strawberry, and red raspberry. Floral notes of violets, honeysuckle, and jasmine lift the aroma. On the palate, the fruit notes follow through and intermingle with flavors of cardamom, five spice, and a hint of vanilla. The mouth-feel is filling and round with supple tannin notes.

Las Colinas del Ebro Garnacha Blanca 2008

Spain

White Wine

90

This new wine was first produced in 2006. The wine is made from 100 year old Garnacha Blanca vines grown in Terra Alta. Fruit was hand harvested, de-stemmed and lightly crushed prior to pressing. The must was cold-settled and a portion of must that had been macerated with the skins for 12 hours was added prior to fermentation for additional complexity. Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.

Las Pizarras Altos Las Pizarras 2005

Spain

Red Wine

93

The color is deep red with a bright rim. On the nose, notes of vanilla and butterscotch from the oak blend with the herbs and floral aromas of the Garnacha. The palate is round and powerful, with dark fruits and ample structure for aging.

Las Pizarras Las Pizarras 2008

Spain

Red Wine

90

100% old vine Garnacha, (70-100 years) sourced from the villages of Acered, Alarba and Castejón de Alarba from mountainside slate vineyards 3000 feet high. These slate vineyards give the wine a pronounced minerality and structure. Yields were limited to a maximum of 1 ton per acre.

Las Pizarras Las Pizarras 2009

Spain

Red Wine

91

Las Pizarras is a deep cherry-red color with a bright rim. The nose is very floral (particularly violets and orange blossom), spiced and grassy. On the palate there's a good taste of ripe cherry. This wine is full-bodied with balanced tannins and a nice aftertaste.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2002

Spain

Red Wine

91

"The 2002 Garnacha is fashioned from 75-year old Grenache vines planted on pure slate. Sixty percent was aged in tank, and 40% in neutral wood foudres. There are 20,000 cases of this offering, which may be the greatest wine value I have ever tasted. Deep ruby/purple-colored, with a gorgeous nose of kirsch liqueur intermixed with melted licorice and white flowers, this deep, medium to full-bodied, fruit-driven, sumptuously-textured 2002 is loaded. It should drink well for 3-4 years, possibly longer."

Las Rocas Garnacha 2003

Spain

Red Wine

88

"This is the second vintage for the ambitious project of importer Eric Solomon, who discovered these ancient high altitude Grenache vineyards (70-100 years old), and brand named his offerings Las Rocas. The 2003 Grenache has just been released, and it's another winner... Aromas of sweet black cherries, raspberries, pepper, and loamy soil soar from the glass of this medium-bodied, surprisingly elegant, personality-filled red. Soft tannin and good depth suggest drinking over the next 1-3 years is warranted."

Las Rocas Garnacha 2006

Spain

Red Wine

91

"The grapes for Las Rocas are sourced from high altitude 70- to 100-year-old Garnacha vineyards. The 2006 Las Rocas Garnacha is dark crimson-colored with an alluring nose of spice box, mineral, black cherry, and black raspberry. Smooth-textured, round, and with no hard edges, this tasty effort is designed for immediate gratification. This is one worth buying by the case."

Las Rocas Garnacha 2007

Spain

Red Wine

90

"There are 18,000 cases of the delightful 2007 Las Rocas Garnacha, a wine sourced from Calatayud vineyards ranging in age from 70 to 100 years. Dark ruby in color, it delivers alluring aromas of spice box, mineral, cherry, and black raspberry. Layered on the palate, it has superb depth, succulent flavors, and a pure, lengthy finish. It will provide pleasure over the next three years. The Las Rocas label has become synonymous with value in recent years."

Las Rocas Garnacha 2009

Spain

Red Wine

90

Deep ruby colored with a gorgeous nose. Attractive aromas of kirsch, raspberries, pepper and melted liquorice. Full flavored wine with a supple texture and no hard edges. Medium to full bodied, fruit driven sumptuously-textured and long aftertaste.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2008

Spain

Red Wine

88

Deep ruby colored with a gorgeous nose. Attractive aromas of kirsch, raspberries, pepper and melted liquorice. Full flavored wine with a supple texture and no hard edges. Medium to full bodied, fruit driven sumptuously-textured and long aftertaste.. Pairing: Various roast dishes, Spanish stew, mushrooms and grilled meats. Blue fish, rice, short-and medium-cured cheeses.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2012

Spain

Red Wine

88

Las Rocas Garnacha offers vibrant aromas and flavors of dark cherry and blackberry. Well-integrated nuances of oak and round tannins underscore these decadent fruit flavors to create a rich, well-structured wine.

Las Rocas Red Blend 2009

Spain

Red Wine

90

The bright red color of the 2009 Red Blend leads to ripe, jammy aromas and nuances of oak. These aromas extend to the palate, creating a bright, medium-bodied wine with a round, smooth finish.

Las Rocas Rosado 2008

Spain

Pink and Rosé

90

The perfect summer sipping wine made from Grenache. Chill down and drink up!

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2005

Spain

Red Wine

91

"The 2005 Las Rocas Vinyas Viejas comes from high altitude, low yielding, 100+-year-old Grenache vines and is aged in French and American oak. More aromatic than its sibling, it has a splendid perfume of spice box, lavender, kirsch, and blueberry. It is also a bit richer and longer in the finish. While it may evolve for 1-2 years, who could resist it now?" - Wine Advocate

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2006

Spain

Red Wine

91

91 Points

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2007

Spain

Red Wine

89

The wine shows a deep ruby, almost purple color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Its dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2008

Spain

Red Wine

88

The wine shows a deep ruby, almost purple color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Its dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2009

Spain

Red Wine

90

Spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2012

Spain

Red Wine

90

Spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. Dark cherry flavors are highlighted by excellent structure and depth all supported by elegant oak. Round and full in the mouth, with supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.

Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2013

Spain

Red Wine

91

The Garnacha Vinas Viejas exhibits a deep ruby color, with a spicy, rich cranberry bouquet. This well-structured wine has dark cherry flavors and elegant hints of oak, with round, supple tannins and a fruit-filled finish.

Last Summer Grenache 2016

Central Coast, California

Red Wine

93

The wine is almost fuchsia in color with lots of purple flowers and red fruits on the nose. On the palate, this wine shows lots of nice white and black pepper, fresh and tart cranberry, pomegranate and a hint of mushroom.

Latah Creek Chardonnay 1998

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

89

The growing conditions for the 1998 harvest produced wines with lots of flavor and fruit intensity. This wonderful, clean, crisp Chardonnay will be a great compliment to the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. A wonderfully fruity, full bodied Chardonnay--rich and buttery. The long, smooth toasty finish was achieved by 2 months of French oak aging.

Latta Lawrence Vineyard Roussanne 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

92

Serious white wine that is vibrant gold in the glass, with honeysuckle, kumquat, lemon curd, beeswax and wet stone. This beguiling wine has richness, minerality and structure. The warm 2013 vintage had us pursuing balance all year.

Latta Malbec Northridge Vineyard 2011

Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

This opaque purple/black wine has a soaring perfume of mineral, lavender, exotic spices, incense, blueberry, licorice, and dusty cocoa. Layered and structured, this effort will see benefit from 4-5 years of additional cellaring and should drink well for the next twenty.

Latta Malbec Northridge Vineyard 2012

Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

This opaque purple/black wine has a soaring perfume of mineral, lavender, exotic spices, incense, blueberry, licorice, and dusty cocoa. Layered and structured, this effort will see benefit from 4-5 years of additional cellaring and should drink well for the next twenty.

Latta Upland Vineyard Grenache 2012

Snipes Mountain, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

A vibrant deep ruby-colored wine, it exhibits mineral, underbrush, garrigue, bright cherry and raspberry aromatics. Intense, vibrant, and lingering on the palate, our Grenache exudes a rich sanguine quality with fine-grained sweet tannins.

Latta Upland Vineyard Grenache 2014

Snipes Mountain, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

93

A vibrant deep ruby-colored wine, it exhibits mineral, underbrush, garrigue, bright cherry and raspberry aromatics. Intense, vibrant, and lingering on the palate, our Grenache exudes a rich sanguine quality with fine-grained sweet tannins.

Laughinghouse Pinot Noir 2013

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

This Sonoma County Pinot is made up of no less than five great vineyards. It has a medium-garnet color that's bright red, without bricking. It is unfiltered so there's a slight dullness to the color, but (trust me) that's a good thing. The nose has all the wonder and beauty of great Sonoma Pinot. It is a delightful blending of bing cherry, cranberry and wild strawberries, damson plums, rose petals and light green earth. In the mouth it is silky and quite smooth, very well balanced, with just enough grip to remind you to serve it with fresh caught king salmon. Here’s a purposeful homage to the wines of the Cotes de Beaune, especially similar to Monthelie.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

91

2002 began with a bang and ended on the same note, producing dramatic wines of great structure and intensity.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

93

2009 Laurel Glen Counterpoint displays aromas of cherry, red currant, caramel, mineral and earth. The wine is supple and finely textured, with layers of mocha, ripe cherry, tobacco and truffle. Smooth, elegant, fresh and vibrant, this wine over-delivers.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

95

2011 Laurel Glen Counterpoint is filled with scents of tobacco, cherry, herbs and caramel. Silky concentration and ripe red fruit is complicated with spicy oak, olive tapenade and earth. The wine has great freshness and depth, focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

2013 Laurel Glen Counterpoint bursts with aromas of raspberry compote, plum, blond tobacco and crème brûlée. The wine presents layer upon layer of ripe currant flavors, licorice and smoky spicy oak. The finish is fresh and bright with a focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

93

Laurel Glen Counterpoint bursts with aromas of raspberry compote, plum, blond tobacco and creme brulee. The wine presents layer upon layer of ripe currant flavors, licorice and smoky spicy oak. The finish is fresh and bright with a focused minerality and tannins that are firm, round and delicious.

Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

Mother Nature both blessed and cursed us in 2015. The Cabernet Sauvignon fruit we harvested was of exceptional quality. We picked unusually tiny, intensely flavored berries. However, the quantity of the fruit was heart breaking. Our yield in 2015 was less than half of what we harvested in 2014.

Laurel Glen Quintana Cabernet Sauvignon 2000

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

87

Fortunately, we made plenty of the 2000 Quintana. In the glass it displays a stout purple edge and a deep, dark core that presage its robust but ample and juicy style. The wine is quite elegant on the nose, with aromas of black fruits and violets. Dark berry flavors dominate the flavors. This is a quite sophisticated wine, with a long and rather smooth finish that invites the proverbial second glass.

Laurel Glen REDS 2002

California

Red Wine

89

"This blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and Petite Sirah tastes like one of those regional wines you discovered on vacation. You remember the sweet cherries, how dry it was, and how perfect with that chicken cacciatore. Shows up the promise of Lodi."

Laurel Glen Reds California 2000

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

87

We set out in mid-1995 to blend a delicious, spicy, opulent--and most of all supremely affordable--wine. Reds is an amalgam of warm weather grapes from all over California. It is a true wine for the people: sensuous, round, exotic, and most of all, delicious!

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

One of the best values in California Cabernet from one of the most consistent good California wineries. This blend of Cabernet and Merlot has it all - rich fruit, velvety tannins, and a long, juicy finish. It will even continue to improve with some time in the bottle.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1993

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

96

A cooler year with some green tones in the fruit that have taken many years to resolve… good maturity at a lower scale, fine balance, vineyard in good shape, no rot or shrivel; brix may have exceeded maturity; excellent darkness and balance, but without the zing of a great vintage.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1994

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

94

Another great year, the even years of the 1990s were terrific and the odd years more problematic with the exception of 1999…balance, rich, full, dense, complex; wine follows vineyard notes; a terrific vintage.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1997

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

The 1997 Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain is a wine of contrasts: massive, but suave; powerful, but balanced; delicious now, but decidedly an ager.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1998

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

88

Regardless of the year, Laurel Glen has to reach a standard of quality, and in 1998 just over 1000 cases (about 50% of normal) made the cut. The 1998 Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon displays a glass-staining, dark, dense purple rim surrounding its opaque core; a tobacco/spice aroma rises from the black-fruit heart of the wine. The long, complex and balanced texture promises the typical Laurel Glen ageing potential, while offering a surprisingly smooth and luscious mouthful now. Release date: April 1, 2001 Cases produced: 1044

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

The 1999 Laurel Glen displays a typically dark rim and black, glass-staining, core; on the nose it's unusually open and perfumed, full with mulberries and intriguing tarry notes; in the mouth it's suave and elegant with a very long finish, rich but not cloying. Like all Laurel Glens, this is not an instant gratification wine: a few years' cellaring will serve to unfold its complexities.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

95

"Classic Laurel Glen, a Cabernet stuffed with dense, thrillingly ripe fruit..."

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2001

Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

92

Laurel Glen has built a reputation for making some of the most balanced and delicious Cabernets in California - this flagship wine from mountain grown fruit is a perfect example of how special these wines are.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

95

The cool growing season and long hang time of 2011 produced wines with subtle berryfruit, a hint of herb, and classic Laurel Glen Vineyard minerality and terroir. The vastexperience of the new team meant that we were more than up to the challenges of the season'scool conditions. Yes, we all had to work harder, but we can take pride in the results: wines ofgreat charm. The mountain tannins of 2011 are smoother than most vintages, giving thewine structure with velvety texture and suppleness even in its youth.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

Blended from the vineyard lots with the most complexity, density and promise of age-ability to create a wine that displays an expressive bouquet of red cherries and blackberries, a velvety mid-palate and a spine of minerality.

Laurel Glen Sonoma Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California

Red Wine

90

Beautiful purple inky color, with clean raspberry and cassis nose. A little sweet ripeness on the attack and medium bodied flavor that leaves a soft lush finish that lingers just long enough. Tannins are smooth and polished, ready to drink now, or hold for a good number of years.

Laurel Glen Terra Rosa Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

Chile

Red Wine

91

The 1999 Terra Rosa Chile displays a beautiful violet-hued rim and a black core. The nose is filled with cassis (yes, real cassis, not just the usual winemaker claim!), plums, and violets: it's deep and fragrant, with mineral overtones. In the mouth it's silky, mouth filling, supple, with a lively elegance. Tannins are sufficient to stand up to food and to provide a pleasant grip. Overall, the wine is incredibly balanced and simply delicious. It invites a second glass, bottle, and pallet. It's hard to imagine a more quintessentially perfect wine by the glass than the 1999 Terra Rosa Chile. Wonderful with grilled meats and hearty pastas.

Laurence Feraud Gigondas 2010

Gigondas, Rhone, France

Red Wine

90

Offers concentrated dark fruit aromas on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, it is big, rich and ripe on the palate, with a long, lingering finish.

Laurence Feraud Pink Pegau 2015

Rhone, France

Pink and Rosé

90

Pale pink and salmon in color, with peach, floral and red fruit aromas. Bone dry, with a crisp, mouth-watering acidity leading to a long, spicy, mineral finish.

Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2011

Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France

White Wine

90

Montagny 1er Cru Les Bassets has a citrus fruit driven bouquet with fine flesh and midplate punch leading to a soft, fruity finish.

Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2012

Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France

White Wine

90

Montagny 1er Cru Les Bassets has a citrus fruit driven bouquet with fine flesh and midplate punch leading to a soft, fruity finish.

Laurent Cognard Les Bassets Montagny Premier Cru 2016

Montagny, Cote Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France

White Wine

91

White wines from the Cote Chalonnaise are sometimes leaner and tarter than those from the Cote de Beaune despite being further south. The hilly terrain draws in cool westerly winds which delays ripening and brings freshness to the wines. Limestone soils give an underpinning of minerality and oak aging lends warmth and texture.

Laurent Miquel Nord Sud Syrah 2007

Languedoc, South of France, France

Red Wine

90

This Syrah is full bodied and distinctive with mature fruit and spice that is so characteristic of our Syrah. Complex layers of black cherry, pepper and spice pair with rounded tannins to make a very complete and satisfying wine. Enjoy with roast beef or lamb, game dishes or mature cheese.

Laurent Perrachon et Fils Julienas Les Mouilles 2016

Beaujolais, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

90

From a granite-and-schist site planted to 50 year-old vines in the Perrachon’s home-village, this is an impressively mineral wine that shines in the sleek profile of 2016.

Laurent Perrachon et Fils Moulin-a-Vent Terres Roses 2018

Beaujolais, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

89

It is generally held that the significant admixture of Manganese in the granitic soils is what lifts this cru to its important heights. Always the most “burgundian” of Beaujolais wines, Perrachon’s version, hailing from vines with an average of 50 years of age, is an important, meaty wine, with plenty of salt in the stew.

Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose 1997

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Grand Sicle Alexandra Ros was a surprise wedding gift for Alexandra, the eldest daughter of Laurent-Perrier's owner Bernard de Nonancourt. The rarest and most precious wine produced by Laurent-Perrier, it is made in extremely limited quantities and only from the very best vintages. Grand Sicle Alexandra Ros 1997 is only the fourth bottling of this exclusive and extraordinary Champagne.

Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose in Wooden Gift Box 2004

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

A tasting of Alexandra Rose Millesime is one of those all-too-rare moments – a unique sensory experience. A delicate ring of bubbles circles the inside of the glass, enlivened by a fine, persistent stream of bubbles. The color register is anything but the usual shade of redcurrant or raspberry. Instead, what you see illuminating the lead-crystal glass is a diaphanous amber-pink.

Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rose (torn capsule) 1982

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Laurent-Perrier's premium Vintage Cuvee Rose is like no other champagne and is the outcome of a deliberately innovative approach to winemaking. Alexandra Rose is the ultimate expression of the passion, the exacting standards and the sheer excellence of the House. Produced in very small quantities, this outstanding, subtly powerful wine is rare and much sought-after.

Laurent-Perrier Brut

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of their Champagnes.The color is a pale golden hue, with fine and persistent bubbles. The nose is fresh and delicate, showing good complexity with hints of citrus and white fruit.

Laurent-Perrier Brut (1.5 Liter Magnum)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.

Laurent-Perrier Brut (187ML Split)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.

Laurent-Perrier Brut (375ML half-bottle)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The flagship of Laurent-Perrier, which embodies the House style: deliciously fresh and easy to drink. The blend is composed of over 55 different Crus (with an average 94% rating). After being aged for over three years, 'Liqueur d'expedition' is added and the champagne is matured for a further six months. The result is a delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. Perfect as an aperitif, is also goes very well with food.

Laurent-Perrier Brut (3 Liter Bottle)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 1996

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

92

The current 1996 vintage, owes its quality to very favorable weather during the growing period and harvest. Composed of roughly equal parts of chardonnay and pinot noir, Brut Millesime 1996 is made exclusively from wines from the very best crus. Only the cuvee, or first pressing is used.

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 1999

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

"This is sumptuous and delicate, offering peach, beeswax and ginger notes. Firmly structured, with a chalklike sensation underneath that emerges on the finish. Drink now through 2015."

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2004

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Golden yellow color, with green highlights with a steady stream of fine and persistent bubbles. The initial aroma is marked by an attractive fruity character which then evolves displaying notes of ripe fruits and honey (acacia honey). Initial impressions are of vivacity and a fine mousse. As its character is gradually revealed, there is a sense of complexity, depth of flavor and a still youthful freshness. The long finish is marked by persistent notes of yellow stone fruits (mirabelle plum).

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2006

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

To ensure that Laurent-Perrier Brut Millésimé (Vintage Brut) is an outstanding and rare wine, Cellar Master Michel Fauconnet only declares a vintage in the finest years. Such wines clearly express the specific character of the year, enshrined in the House style.

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2007

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier has chosen to make vintages very rarely, only selecting the very best years. This makes the Brut Millesime a rare and outstanding wine that clearly expresses the specific character of a year in the Laurent-Perrier style.

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2002

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Golden yellow color, with green highlights with a steady stream of fine and persistent bubbles. The initial aroma is marked by an attractive fruity character which then evolves displaying notes of ripe fruits and honey (acacia honey). Initial impressions are of vivacity and a fine mousse. As its character is gradually revealed, there is a sense of complexity, depth of flavor and a still youthful freshness. The long finish is marked by persistent notes of yellow stone fruits (mirabelle plum).

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 2000

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

92

Straw yellow color, with fine and persistent bubbles.

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime (375ML half-bottle) 1993

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Not all vintages are worthy of a special bottling. At Laurent-Perrier, only the most exceptional of harvests will lead to a Vintage Brut and 1993 was one such harvest. Capable of extending cellars aging, the Laurent-Perrier Vintage Brut 1993 finely showcases the characteristics of this growing season. After flowering in Mid-June, the vines were treated to a warm and calm summer, allowing them to produce healthy grape clusters of superb quality. This balanced and well-rounded Champagne is the product of both the cooperation of nature and the skill of our winemaker, Alain Terrier. As is the tradition for Laurent-Perrier, dosage is light, to enable the quality and characteristics of the wine to shine through. Besides being an astoundingly graceful aperitif, Laurent-Perrier Brut Vintage 1993 is very well suited for enjoyment throughout the meal. Poultry and white meats match perfectly with this wine and it is an excellent accompaniment to both fresh and saltwater fish.

Laurent-Perrier Cuvee Rose with Gift Box

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

92

Laurent-Perrier Rose is the best-selling rose Champagne in the world and it is one of the few roses still made by the traditional "saignee" method. Unlike most rosé Champagnes, no still red wine is added to the Champagne at any point. The "saignee" method begins and lasts for 2-3 days. The juice has direct skin maceration from which the wine extrapolates all its color, flavor and aromas, including many true pinot noir varietal characteristics. This painstaking winemaking technique produces a rose Champagne of unparalleled quality. The Cuvée Rosé Brut is aged on its lees for at least four years, adding complexity and depth to the forward pinot noir fruit. Each bottle is manually riddled and disgorged. All grapes in the blend come exclusively from ten 100%-rated Grand Cru vineyards.

Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier has been producing a Demi-Sec since the 19th century, when it was known as "Laurent-Perrier Excellent". Today it is heralded by connoisseurs for its diverse food pairing opportunities.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

#55

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Coffret with 2 Flutes

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

#55

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire (1.5 Liter Magnum) 1990

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire (1.5 Liter Magnum) 1990

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle No. 24

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

94

Blend: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir from 100% Grand Cru vineyards with wine from the vintages of 2007, 2006 and 2004.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle La Lumiere du Millenaire 1990

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

For the adventurous. Bold, full bodied and assertive from the toasty-earthy aromas to the broad texture and nutty, buttery flavors that linger on the finish.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle No. 24 with Gift Box

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

91

Blend: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir from 100% Grand Cru vineyards.

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle with Gift Box

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

93

#55

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (1.5 Liter Magnum)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (187ML Split)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (3 Liter Bottle - Jeroboam)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (375ML half-bottle)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

The wine comes from the purest grape juice and it alone allows Laurent-Perrier to craft 'La Cuvée', a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in our cellars.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (6 Liter Bottle - Methusaleh)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.

Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut (9 Liter Bottle - Salmanazar)

Champagne, France

Sparkling & Champagne

90

Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P is the standard-bearer for the house style of Laurent-Perrier. Crisp, fresh and elegant, Brut L-P reflects the fundamental essence of our Champagnes.

Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2006

Austria

White Wine

90

The Laurenz V. Charming Grüner Veltliner has aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness that marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking.

Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2010

Austria

White Wine

90

Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!

Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2009

Austria

White Wine

91

Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!

Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2011

Austria

White Wine

89

Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!

Laurenz V Charming Gruner Veltliner 2012

Kamptal, Austria

White Wine

90

Aromas of ripe apples and a typical Veltliner spiciness marry to create a fascinating fruit bouquet. On the palate, the wine is soft and juicy, supported by a fine fruit acidity. Very harmonious, allowing for perfectly smooth drinking. Simply charming!