These are classically styled, restrained wines that represent great value. – Wine Advocate

So, we MUST ask, did they mean the full $65, or the implausible $25 we have it listed for today?!

A succulent Red Blend with so much pedigree and 96 points! If you were a horse, it’s time to drink because we led you to the good stuff.

Wine Spies is first to market with this epic vintage with the best price you’ll find now or later!

Gonzague and Claire Lurton of Château Haut-Bages-Libéral in Pauillac and Château Durfort-Vivens in Margaux set their sight on making wine in California. And they hooked up with master of the craft Pierre Seillan of Verité to make it happen. With countless 100-pointers, he established Verité as the crown jewel of Sonoma. He helped the Lurtons zero in on Chalk Hill to establish Trinité Estate. With a deep history in Bordeaux, and the help of Pierre, they were destined to reach the stars.

Earlier this year, The Sonoma County Gazette brought this hidden gem of an appellation to the fore: “Chalk Hill has earned its stripes as one of the County’s most distinguished wine-growing areas.” With one hit after another coming from other visionaries like Chalk Hill Estate, Calluna, and Arnot-Roberts it’s about time Chalk Hill got more recognition.

And this is a perfect example of all the possibilities. Lush, polished, and rich, showing like a true old-world Bordeaux with fresh California flare. Expect lots of blackberries, plum, and dried herbs with dusty nuances of spice and earth. Warm tones here play nicely with the elegant structure and layered complexities.

This is the insider tip. The good stuff. The straight dope. And most importantly an insane value for a beautiful 96 pointer!

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96 points— James Suckling

“This shows subtle blue fruit such as raspberries and blueberries with basalt, pumice and pine needles. Medium to full body with very fine tannins and a fresh finish. Crisp and bright. From organically grown grapes. Will be beautiful around 2025.”