Please note that our reviews are based on a variety of sources: samples sent to our team, those we purchase in store, tasting events, those tasted in restaurants and while traveling domestically and internationally.
White Wine
Southern Right Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Hemel En Aarde, Cape Coast W.O., South Africa: Sourced from 28 distinct vineyard blocks near Walker Bay with a portion rested in neutral oak after four months on its lees, the Southern Right Sauvignon Blanc builds texture and complexity that go well beyond what the category usually delivers. Struck flint, passionfruit, lemongrass, and a cool Atlantic salinity open the nose before a taut, textured palate of white grapefruit and green apple delivers a long mineral-driven finish with racy acidity. Southern Right is the white wine label of Hamilton Russell Vineyards, named for the whales that calve in Walker Bay below the estate. Drink it now through 2028 with herbed quiches, roast artichoke and asparagus galette, or fresh salads. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: herbed quiches, roast artichoke and asparagus galette, salads. Drink: 2025 - 2028 512277 13.7% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Other Wines/Drinks
Hanagaki Tanadamai Junmai Daiginjo Sake, Fukui, Japan: Tanadamai means 'terraced rice' in Japanese, a direct reference to the mountain-terrace Gohyakumangoku rice plantings in the Hakusan foothills that give this Hanagaki Junmai Daiginjo its clean, crisp foundation. Perfumed and subtle on the nose with fresh green melon and dried white blossom, it opens to a light, elegant palate of lychee, rice cream, and a long, clean finish with gentle acidity. The medium-dry style sits comfortably between the richness of a dessert sake and the austerity of a fully dry expression. Serve it well chilled at brunch alongside a cheese omelette. Sake food pairings: cheese omelette, steamed dumplings, light charcuterie. Drink: 2026 - 2027 48653 15.5% MD 720 mL $54.95 Score: 95/100. June 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart