The wine bursts from the glass with aromas of rose petal, violet and mint that are fresh and high toned, beautifully representative of the outstanding 2016 vintage.

“Valter Fissore’s 2016 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice is a tour de force, taking the power, balance and elegance of his 2016 Barolo Ravera (98 points, W&S 12/20) to an even higher level. As for the arguments about why they deserve their 100-point scores, we’ll let the critics themselves do the talking.Īccendo Cellars 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Our most recent finds range from Napa Valley to Italy. Periodically we scan the market for bottles deemed perfect by one or more of the most respected critics, which you can also order on the spot. It’s the one score they’ve put the most serious thought into, and can back up with meaningful high praise.Īlas, in light of the aforementioned marketing bonanza, most 100-point wines are elusive, unicorn bottles-the prize for the collector prescient enough to snag a ground-floor membership with the promising producer on his or her way to the top. Fully aware of the bragging rights (and marketing bonanza) riding on that perfect-100, critics don’t give it lightly. The most compelling achievement, of course, is the century mark. How to Make a Jack Rose, an Apple Brandy Sour That’s Perfect for Fall

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