jamessuckling.com, 100 points: The aromas of blackberry leaves and iodine are wild and exotic here with mussel shells and earth underneath. Full-bodied, tight and chewy with powerful tannins that show muscle. It’s structured and powerful. Dense and...
jamessuckling.com, 99 points: This is really focused and refined with fantastic dried flowers and dark berries. Dried-lavender and mint undertones. Medium-to full-bodied with refined and polished tannins that are all together and so focused. Really...
jamessuckling.com, 96 points: A juicy and delicious second wine from Clos Apalta. Beautiful, ripe and delicious with dark berries and mushrooms. Full-bodied and very balanced with complex walnut, spice and berry character. Dark chocolate and hazelnuts...
jamessuckling.com, 100 points: There is a subtle complexity on the nose with currant, berry, fresh herb and wet earth aromas. Cut fresh flowers, too. Full body, dense and powerful. Incredible character here with such purity and polish. It goes on for...
jamessuckling.com, 98 points: Aromas are lifted and bright in this wine with loads of blackberries and blueberries. Full body, velvety tannins. Gorgeous texture. Very pure fruit. A bright and more fundamental Seña than last vintages. Restrained at the...
jamessuckling.com, 99 points: The aromas of blackberries, cedar, sandalwood and black tea are compelling. Black olives. Rosemary and sage undertones. Full-bodied, rich and powerful Seña with impressive and powerful tannins, yet harmony and balance...
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 points: One of the best vintages of the grand vin here has to be the eponymous 2016 Montsecano, produced 100% with Pinot Noir from the zone of Las Dichas in Casablanca. The vines were planted in 2006 on red clay and granite soils...
jamessuckling.com, 100 points: An extremely aromatic and focused Clos Apalta with blackberry, blueberry, floral and hot stone character. Full body, very linear and ultra-fine tannins. Focused and tight. Precise and long. This is the most polished and...
jamessuckling.com, 97 points: A top red that shows wonderful blackcurrants, spices, fresh tobacco, and light chocolate. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a beautiful finish. So linear and refined, yet muscular and long. Needs time to show its true...
jamessuckling.com, 96 points: Incredible aromas of smoked meat, spice, ripe berry and hints of peaches. Some cloves, too. Granite with some gunpowder. Full body, layered and rich. A gorgeous and generous red. Drink now.
jamessuckling.com, 100 points: The pure fruit and juicy tannins are so succulent and enticing. Full body and soft, silky tannins. Complete. Everything is where it should be. Ripe fruit and tangy acidity provide energy and balance. Love the finish...
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 93 points: I loved the 2013 Refugio Pinot Noir, which comes from purchased grapes in Lo Ovalle, the zone closest to the sea from Casablanca that is worked organically. This is superb for a second wine. It has a crisp nose of shiny...
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