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9.0

The NV Extra Dry Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore wafts up with a perfumed blend of freshly sliced nectarines and lime zest. This opens with a pretty inner sweetness complicated by a mix of zesty acidity and mineral-tinged orchard fruits. It finishes clean, yet a bit short. A candied citrus hint gradually fades. (Lot# L3.195) (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2023)
— 4 months ago

Greg Parrish

9.0

Pleasantly surprised, like a mansion instead of a shack. — 3 years ago

Paul T- Huntington Beach

9.5

Not a Rose’ Retailer notes, Blend of 35-50 year old cognac One of the best Cognacs ever to hit K&L, the Navarre Veille Reserve is the pride and joy of importer and K&L friend Nicolas Palazzi, the man behind the K&L Faultline Cognac and Guillon Painturaud expressions. Nicolas has told me time and time again that of all the brandies in his stellar lineup of grower-producer spirits, the Navarre fills him with the most pride. That's probably because it tastes so damn good. Jacky Navarre is one of the last purists among the artisan cognac distillers. The fourth generation of cognac makers in his family, located in Gondeville since 1811, he takes care of his small Grande Champagne estate with a very basic rule, "Let nature do most of the work." With the exception of an ultra-rare, impossible-to-get aged release, Navarre only makes one Cognac expression - the Vieille Reserve. It's made with 100% Ugni Blanc, and Jacky distills the brandy on the lees. The brandy sees no sugar, caramel or boise, and no water is added at the end. The natural 45% cask strength is achieved through evaporation! There are few other Cognac producers who take such care with their product and the attention to detail shows through in the flavor. The flavors of the grape are not overpowered by caramel or nougat, but are allowed to shine alongside supple vanilla. The finish is incredibly rich and wonderful, loaded with barrel spice and toasted nuts, but delicate and almost haunting in its litheness. Amazing in every way.
— 4 years ago

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8.9

The NV Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore opens with a sweetly scented bouquet of crushed apples, chamomile and spice. It’s soothingly round with a savory white pit fruits and sour citrus blend. This tapers off squeaky clean while leaving a mineral tinge that punctuates the experience nicely. (Lot# L3.265) (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2023)
— 4 months ago

Ian Hamel

9.1

2021 autumn. Some initial brown funk blew off after a bit, allowing the soft, open-knit nature of the wine to show through. Plenty ripe in this vintage, and thus not the most taut, but a very enjoyable country Nebbiolo — 2 years ago

Gene Buonviri

8.9

Red blend with 80% Corvina & 20% Rondinella with hints of dark cherry and sweet orange it delivers a smooth, balanced drink. Winemaker Giotto (Sorelle Bronca) practices his magic leaving you to open the second bottle, it is that good! — 4 years ago

Justin Michel

9.6

100% Merlot uit Toscane met Jordany en Theo heel mooi — 4 months ago

Christian Borges

10

OMG! Absolutely the best!!!
— a year ago

Karen Lathers

9.2

This is actually the 2014 vivance Chardonnay with is a perfect buttery chard — 3 years ago

Jillian

9.5

Great full body wine with spicy finish. No pairing needed — 4 years ago