• VN 95
    • WA 95
    • JD 93
    Vinous, 95 points

    Inky violet color. Heady, smoke- and spice-tinged cherry, blueberry, peony and incense aromas show excellent clarity; mineral and cured meat notes build with aeration. Juicy and energetic, especially in the context of the...

    Reg: $74.94 $64.94
    24+ in stock
    • JS 95
    • VN 94
    • JD 93
    jamessuckling.com, 95 points

    (JS 94-95 points) This is a juicy and flavorful young wine with dusty and polished tannins. Lots of wild fruit and dark-berry and volcanic/salt undertones. Flavorful finish.

    Reg: $69.94 $59.94
    24+ in stock
    • JD 98
    • DC 98
    • WA 95
    jebdunnuck.com, 98 points

    Also all Marsanne from the eastern side of Hermitage, raised in 15% new demi-muids, the 2020 Ermitage De L’Orée is full-bodied and concentrated, yet stays tight and reserved on the palate. Giving up beautiful white...

    Reg: $269.94 $219.94
    24+ in Pre-Arrival
    • VN 98
    • JS 97
    • JD 95
    Vinous, 98 points

    (VN 96-98 points) Glass-staining purple. Assertively perfumed cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and floral aromas take on espresso, olive and smoky bacon accents with aeration. Juicy, chewy and energetic on the palate...

    Reg: $209.94 $189.94
    24+ in stock
    • JS 94
    • JD 91
    • WA 90
    jamessuckling.com, 94 points

    Jasmine, white peaches, apricots, bananas, crushed stones, almonds and lemon pith on the nose. Shells too. It’s medium- to full-bodied with a fresh, vibrant palate. Firm and mineral. From organically grown grapes. Try...

    Reg: $79.94 $69.94
    24+ in stock
    • JL 99
    • JD 98
    • WA 96
    TheWineCellarInsider.com, 99 points

    Powerful aromatics packed with blackberry and black cherry liqueur, crushed stone, smoke, licorice, coffee, crème de cassis and vanilla get your attention. This thick, viscous, flamboyant wine is a head turner. Silky...

    Reg: $349.00 $259.94
    1 in stock
    • WA 99
    • JS 97
    • WE 97
    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 99 points

    While I've had multiple looks at previous vintages, this is my first review of the 2018 Hermitage Ligne de Crete Les Grandes Vignes. Inky in hue, it boasts powerful, brooding aromas that include hints of hardwood...

    Reg: $279.94 $239.94
    7 in Pre-Arrival
    • JD 98
    • JS 98
    • VN 97
    jebdunnuck.com, 98 points

    The inky hued 2019 Ermitage Le Méal offers up a classic, kaleidoscope-like bouquet of red and black fruits, smoked meats, crushed stone, spice, and burning embers. Full-bodied, ripe, and opulent, it has a wonderful sense...

    Reg: $299.94 $229.94
    8 in stock
    • JD 98
    • VN 97
    • WA 97
    jebdunnuck.com, 98 points

    98+ Another wine that flirts with perfection, the 2020 Ermitage Le Méal comes from the steep, south-facing slope right in the heart of Hermitage hill. All destemmed and brought up in the standard 20% new barrels and...

    Reg: $299.94 $229.94
    1 in Pre-Arrival
    • VN 98
    • JD 98
    • WA 97
    Vinous, 98 points

    (VN 96-98 points) Opaque magenta. Displays an array of fresh red and dark fruit, floral and spice qualities on the intensely perfumed nose, along with building mineral and succulent herb notes. Vibrant and silky in...

    Reg: $174.94 $144.94
    2 in Pre-Arrival
    • WA 94
    • WE 93
    • WS 92
    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 points

    The 2011 Hermitage Cuvee Emilie has closed down since I tasted it on release, yet it still shows ample potential. Black fruits, smoked herbs, leather, charcoal and ample meatiness all give way to a full-bodied wine that...

    Reg: $69.94 $59.94
    2 in stock
    • WA 97
    • JL 96
    • VN 95
    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points

    A similar extroverted, sexy style to the '09, just on a slightly smaller scale, the 2007 Hermitage Ex Voto offers sensational black raspberry, creme de cassis, creamy licorice and crushed flower-like aromas and flavors...

    Reg: $325.00 $254.94
    1 in stock
    • JD 100
    • VN 99
    • WA 98
    jebdunnuck.com, 100 points

    In the same qualitative ballpark as the Pavillon, the 2020 Ermitage L'Ermite is even tighter and more chiseled. It too is perfectly proportioned and insanely pure, with notes of crème de cassis, burning embers...

    Reg: $425.00 $375.00
    9 in Pre-Arrival
    • WA 97
    • WS 96
    • VN 94
    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points

    Slightly more reserved now than on release, the 2012 Ermitage le Meal Blanc offers tons of honeyed minerality, caramelized peach, toasted bread and liquid rock-like aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, rich, vibrant and with...

    Reg: $299.94 $229.94
    6 in Pre-Arrival
    • WA 97
    • DC 97
    • WE 96
    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points

    Archetypal Les Bessards, the Delas 2017 Hermitage Les Bessards boasts rich, deep cassis fruit accented by hints of crushed stone and pencil shavings. It's full-bodied, ripe yet firm, with great energy, freshness and...

    Reg: $209.94 $154.94
    15 in stock
    • VN 98
    • JS 97
    • JD 95
    Vinous, 98 points

    (VN 96-98 points) Glass-staining purple. Assertively perfumed cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and floral aromas take on espresso, olive and smoky bacon accents with aeration. Juicy, chewy and energetic on the palate...

    Reg: $449.00 $395.00
    22 in stock
    • VN 95
    • JS 95
    • WA 94
    Vinous, 95 points

    (VN 93-95 points) Full, bright-rimmed violet. Highly fragrant cherry and black raspberry scents, along with suggestions of pipe tobacco, olive, peony and baking spices. Juicy and energetic in the mouth, offering...

    Reg: $69.94 $64.94
    24+ in stock
    • WS 95
    • WA 94
    Wine Spectator, 95 points

    Offers a solid, dark profile, with baker's chocolate, loam and warm gravel notes providing the bass line, while a core of plum and blackberry compote waits in reserve. Solidly rendered, showing ample grip, this just needs...

    Reg: $169.94 $134.94
    2 in stock
    • JS 98
    • JD 97
    • WA 96
    jamessuckling.com, 98 points

    (JS 97-98 points) Very spicy and peppery with blue-granite aromas plus hints of grilled and smoked meat. Cloves and nutmeg. Full body, round and juicy tannins and a super spicy finish that almost burns with so much...

    Reg: $3,150.00 $2,250.00
    1 in stock
    • JD 98
    • DC 97
    • WS 96
    jebdunnuck.com, 98 points

    98+ More bloody meat, black raspberries, wood smoke, spice, and truffle notes emerge from the 2017 Hermitage Le Méal, a massive, opulent effort that has loads of opulence and fruit, building tannins, a gorgeous...

    Reg: $139.94 $119.94
    1 in stock
    • JD 98
    • WA 98
    • JS 96
    jebdunnuck.com, 98 points

    The 2018 Hermitage La Chapelle is a monster of a wine that brings tons of richness and depth while staying light on its feet and balanced. Lots of ripe red and blue fruits as well as flowers, smoked meat, licorice, and...

    Reg: $1,950.00 $1,750.00
    1 in stock
    • VN 98
    • JS 97
    • JD 95
    Vinous, 98 points

    (VN 96-98 points) Glass-staining purple. Assertively perfumed cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and floral aromas take on espresso, olive and smoky bacon accents with aeration. Juicy, chewy and energetic on the palate...

    Reg: $895.00 $795.00
    3 in stock
    • VN 98
    • JS 97
    • JD 95
    Vinous, 98 points

    (VN 96-98 points) Glass-staining purple. Assertively perfumed cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and floral aromas take on espresso, olive and smoky bacon accents with aeration. Juicy, chewy and energetic on the palate...

    Reg: $1,695.00 $1,595.00
    1 in stock
    • VN 95
    • JS 95
    • WA 94
    Vinous, 95 points

    (VN 93-95 points) Full, bright-rimmed violet. Highly fragrant cherry and black raspberry scents, along with suggestions of pipe tobacco, olive, peony and baking spices. Juicy and energetic in the mouth, offering...

    Reg: $144.94 $134.94
    12 in stock
    • JS 94
    • JD 91
    • WA 91
    jamessuckling.com, 94 points

    Fresh apricot, pear blossom, lemon verbena, crushed flint, cream and sandalwood on the nose. Full-bodied, yet elegant and fresh, with vibrant acidity and a supple, seamless palate. Mineral, textured finish. From...

    Reg: $219.94 $199.94
    23 in stock