2009 Red Wine

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 98 points: I tasted a bottle of the 2009 Único blind and was taken by the freshness, the red fruit notes and the Burgundian-like characteristics of this vintage, which on paper was quite warm and dry. I also tasted the 2009...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points: A blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon and 37% Merlot it displays an inky/blue/purple color as well as a big sweet nose of creme de cassis forest floor licorice lead pencil cedar and subtle barrique smells. Viscous and...

jamessuckling.com, 96 points: This is a powerful and rich red with black truffle and blueberry character. Sweet tobacco, too. Full body, tannic and flavorful. Yet open and polished. Fantastic finish. Great ageing potential. Drink or hold.

jebdunnuck.com, 100 points: Pure perfection in a glass, the incredible 2009 Troplong Mondot offers off the chart notes of blackcurrants, licorice, truffles and saddle leather that just soar from the glass. This is a big, ripe, incredibly sexy wine...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 98 points: The 2009 is one of the sexiest wines in Pomerol in this vintage offering up notes of melted caramel sweet mocha blackberry and black cherry fruit with hints of loamy soil and unsmoked cigar tobacco as well as a touch of...

Wine & Spirits, 93 points: This structured and mineral-laden Brunello spent 39 months in large casks. Sangiovese flavors of red cherry shine, with earthy sotto bosco notes and pleasant touches of cardamom and fennel seed. Vibrant and fresh, this...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 96 points: The 2009 Lupicaia (mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Petit Verdot) bares the trademark aromas of eucalyptus thanks to the soaring trees that line the perimeter of the vineyard. Dried salvia, black fruit, crushed...

TheWineCellarInsider.com, 94 points: Round, opulent, forward and loaded with chocolate covered black cherries, plums, licorice, espresso and smoke, this lushly textured wine really delivers the goods. Read more...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 90 points: (WA89-90 points) Tasted assembled and awaiting bottling, the Agly Brothers 2009 Cotes du Roussillon smells of peat and black fruits, but with a detached aura of toasted oak in the guise of lanolin, coconut, and caramel...

jamessuckling.com, 93 points: (92-93) A silky, refined wine with meat, cherry and flower character. Medium to full body, fresh acidity, berry flavors and a fresh finish. Very fine. Barrel sample.

Connoisseur's Guide, 91 points: If not quite so sturdy as its Marin County mates below this wine offers a slightly more precise look at ripe cherry varietal styling and its firm yet supple mouthfeel with its slight tightness under a polished texture...

jamessuckling.com, 96 points: Aromas of nuts spices chocolate powder then changes to fruits and flowers. Fascinating. Full body with silky tannins and a wonderful intensity and super polished tannins with a long long finish. Super refined. Best Canon...