Vladimir Torres

Albert Mann Gewurztraminer 2018, Alsace

Stanners Pinot Noir The Narrow Rows 2018, Prince Edward County

Stratus Red 2010, VQA Niagara On The Lake, Niagara Peninsula

Sometimes reviewers (not naming anyone) are a tad generous in their assessment of local wines. With this one, it would be hard to exaggerate. The Stratus Red (2010) stands up to any red from anywhere. No condescending required. This is optimum stuff!

Domaine Couroulu Vacqueyras Cuvée Classique 2017, A.O.C. Vacqueyras

Gorgeous Southern Rhône finesse. My only "regret," is that I could have easily waited another five years and it would be even better.

Dido La Universal Montsant 2019, D.O. Montsant

Chateau Puech Haut Saint Drezery Prestige Rouge 2018, Ap Languedoc

Eccocivi Can Noves White 2019, Vi De Les Gavarres (Sant Martí Vell – Girona)

Il Macchione Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2016

Elle De Landaluce 2017, Rioja Alavesa

Delicious black cherry, beautifully harmonious oak presence, medium to full bodied, and fantastic length. A modern Rioja from 60 years old vines, impressive... and if anything, I should have probably waited a few more years, because it will get even better.

Chateau Cru Godard 2018, A.C. Cotes De Bordeaux