The Top 10 Wines of 2023
Every year, European and American wine presses and magazines undertake the challenging task of sampling hundreds of wines to curate their lists of the best wines of the year. From this extensive selection process, they arrive at the much-anticipated Top 100 wines. However, singling out the Top 10 is no easy feat.
The esteemed Wine Spectator magazine recently unveiled their 100 Best Wines of 2023. Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 wines that made the cut this year to add some flair to your personal wine selection.
No. 10: Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2022
Owned by Kevin Judd, this wine is a testament to his expertise in winemaking. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, with a portion in old oak barrels, this wine presents a fragrant bouquet of fruit aromas with a long, puree finish.
No. 9: Résonance Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Oregon 2021
Maison Louis Jadot’s foray into Oregon’s Resonance Vineyard has resulted in a red wine with bright fruity aromas and smooth tannins, aged in French oak.
No. 8: Chateau Pichon Baron Pauillac 2020
This vintage from the prestigious Baron Chateau Pichon Longueville estate exudes fragrant fruit aromas and firm tannins, making it a standout in the 2023 selection.
No. 7: Antinori Chianti Classico Marchese Antinori Riserva 2020
The Antinori Chianti Classico Marchese Antinori Riserva 2020, crafted with grapes from vineyards used for two renowned Super Tuscans, exhibits cherry, blackberry, and plum notes, balanced with refreshing acidity and smooth tannins.
No. 6: Dunn Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain Napa Valley 2019
Randy Dunn’s signature wine, made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, offers a powerful and consistent wine-drinking experience with a deep red hue and dense, fruity finish.
No. 5: Mastroberardino Radici Taurasi DOCG Riserva Campania 2016
This Italian fine wine, made from 100% Aglianico grapes, presents juicy fruit jam-like aromas with a soft, sweet start on the palate and firm tannins for a uniquely rich flavor.
No. 4: RAEN Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Royal St. Robert Cuvée California 2021
The RAEN Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast offers a bright cherry red hue, complemented by fruit aromas and a soft, sweet tannin finish, making it a noteworthy addition to the Top 10.
No. 3: Château Lynch Bages Pauillac 2020
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot, this wine from the esteemed Lynch Bages estate in Pauillac boasts bright, deep crimson red color and tight tannins, making it a wine to watch for in the coming years.
No. 2: Occidental Pinot Noir West Sonoma Coast Freestone-Occidental 2021
Blended grapes from three vineyards, the Occidental Pinot Noir offers a bright cherry red color and a refreshing, soft tannin finish, earning it second place in the Top 10.
No. 1: Argiano Brunello di Montalcino 2018
The top spot goes to Argiano’s Brunello di Montalcino 2018, which stands out with its deep, bright red color and earthy fruit finish, making it a must-try for wine enthusiasts.
These wines each offer a unique and exceptional tasting experience, and it’s no wonder they earned their spots in the esteemed Top 10 list. As we await the European side of the rankings, let’s raise a glass to these outstanding wines.
*Please enjoy wine responsibly, and remember to drink in moderation to protect yourself and society. Cheers!*
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Every year, European and American wine presses and magazinesWine site that they have tasted in the last year Most of them are classified as the Top 100 because so many are tasted each year. If you were to classify only the Top 10 it might be a little difficult
magazine Wine Spectator It is a medium that has a strong influence on the wine industry worldwide. It was revealed this year 100 Best Wines 2023 Just choose Top 10 great wines 2023 to be used as personal information Some of them may rank in readers’ minds as follows:
No. 10 Greywacke
No. 10 Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2022: The owner is Kevin Judd, who has been making wine since the 1980s. The winemaker’s name is Richelle Tyney Most of the wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks. Some are fermented in old oak barrels and then blended together, producing 10,000 cases.
First golden yellow color, fragrant with fruit aromas: ripe mango, pineapple, apple, citrus, lemon, flowers, spicy ginger, green herbs, creamy, fresh grass, finishes long with fruit, puree, spicy ginger… … . 95/100
No. 9 Resonance
9 Résonance Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Oregon 2021: Maison Louis Jadot (Maison Louis Jadot) one In the giant from Burgundy (Burgundy) invested in the state of Oregon Resonance Vineyard, then began growing grapes since 1981, producing 10,870 cases.
Pinot Noir From the Résonance vineyard, blended with grapes bought from other vineyards Aged 15 months in French oak, 30% in new oak Red, bright, with fruity aromas of raspberry, red berry, strawberry Tea leaves, minerals, refreshing acids, soft and smooth tannins….94/100 points
No. 8 Chateau Pichon Baron Pauillac
No. 8 Chateau Pichon Baron Pauillac 2020: The full name is Baron Chateau Pichon Longueville. 1 of 15 Professors, 2nd floor (2éme Cru Classé) and is considered to be Great Moments Or the elite of the 2nd floor. The owner of this chateau is AXA Millésimes Group, owner of AXA Insurance, which also has services in our country. This vintage produced 12,404 crates.
Vintage 2020 made of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot at a rate of 76 -24%, since 18 months of age, 80% in new oak, dark crimson red. Fragrant fruit aroma Blackcurrants, blackberries, plums, violets, minerals, cedar, tobacco, rust, spicy, herbal, nutmeg, refreshing acidity, firm tannins. Not yet launched Should start drinking in the next 6-7 years It’s a great vintage after 1989, 1990, 2000, 2009, 2010, 2015 and 2019……97/100 points.
No. 7 Antinori
No. 7 Antinori Chianti Classico Marchese Antinori Riserva 2020 (Antinori Chianti Classico Marchese Antinori Riserva 2020): The reputation of “Antinori” is a guarantee of quality. This one is made from grapes that come from the farm used to make Tignanello and Solaia, two famous Super Tuscans in the chain.
This 2020 vintage is made from 90% Sangiovese with the remaining Merlot. and Cabernet Franc, which was barracked in France for 14 months.
Bright red, ruby, fruity aromas: cherry, blackberry, raspberry, plum, violet, minerals, rust, black olive, tobacco, spicy herbs, smoky oak, vanilla, refreshing acidity, smooth tannin. Long finish with fruit, spicy herbs, vanilla…..95/100 points
No. 6 Dunn
No. 6 “Dunn” Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain Napa Valley 2019 (Dunn Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain Napa Valley 2019): one ofNapa Valley Wine The quality is very consistent. Owner Randy Dunn has been making wine with Caymus since 1975 before venturing out to make his own in 1979, producing just 3,750 cases.
Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 32 months in pure new French oak, it is a deep red, almost black. Fragrant aroma of ripe black peeled fruit. Blackcurrants, Blackberries, Raspberries, Plums, Dried Lavender, Bell Pepper, Mineral, Chocolate, Spicy Herbs, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Tobacco Cedar Leaves, acidic tannins, dense, fruity finish, spicy herb vanilla, style powerful wine. Nannin is solid. Should be fully mature in the next 2-3 years….96/100 points
No. 5 Mastroberardino
No. 5 Mastroberardino Radici Taurasi DOCG Riserva Campania 2016: Mastroberardino, founded in 1878, is one of the wines that made a name for the Campania region of southern Italy and is classified as an Italian fine wine.
Made from 100% Aglianico, a red grape from the Campania region, aged for 30 months in French and Swavonian oak. After that, it ages in the bottle for another 30 months … bright, deep red color with ripe, juicy, fruit jam-like aromas: blackberries, black cherries, mulberries, raisins, dried flowers, minerals , Black pencil, dry Spicy Herbs, tobacco leaf, vanilla, smoke, refreshing acidity, firm tannins and a soft, sweet start on the palate, long finish with fruit, minerals, Spicy Herbs. …95/100 points
No. 4 RAEN Pinot Noir
No. 4 “RAEN Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Royal St. Robert Cuvée California 2021” (RAEN Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Royal St Robert Cuvée California 2021): A wine born from the new bloodline of the Mondavi family is Carlo and Dante, grandchildren of the Mondavi family Robert Mondavi100% Pinot Noir From Royal St Robert Vineyard in Sonoma Coast ADA, only 2,075 cases will be produced.
Bright cherry red color with fruit aromas: cherry, strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, red plum, orange peel, minerals, flower, spicy, star anise, dried tea leaves, Mint, refreshing acidity, soft, sweet tannins, finished with mineral fruits. ….95/100 points
3rd Place: Chateau Lynch Bages Pauillac 2020
3rd place “Château Lynch Bages Pauillac 2020” (Château Lynch Bages Pauillac 2020): 1 of 18 Grand Crus, 5th floor, from the “Cazes” family, Jean-Charles Cazes took on the responsibility of a father who died last year, important okVintage 1985 was once ranked number 1 as Wine of the Year. of this magazine in 1988, and 2020 is the first vintage produced from the new Lynch Bagges estate, a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 31% Petit., 5% Petit Verdot and 4% Cabernet Franc , aged 18 months in French barrique, 75% in new oak, 20,000 cases produced.
Bright, deep crimson red color with a fruity aroma. Black Currant, Blackberry, Blueberry, Black Cherry, Violet, Minerals, Black Pencil Lead, Cedar, Menthol, Tobacco, Spicy Herb, Star Anise, Smoky Oak Nutmeg, refreshing acidity, tight tannins and beginning to ripen, finishing with fruit, mineral, spicy Not released yet, probably another 4-5 years.
2nd place: Occidental Pinot Noir
No. 2 “Occidental Pinot Noir West Sonoma Coast Freestone-Occidental 2021: Occidental was founded in 2011 Started making Chardonnay. Before turning to making Pinot Noir, it had another delicious name from California. that is hard to escape and reach our home Blended Grapes from 3 vineyards: Bodega Headlands, Occidental Station and Bodega Ridge 4,000 cases produced 94/100 points.
Bright cherry red color with fruit aromas: cherries, cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, plums, tangerines, pomegranates, minerals, lavender flowers, fresh herbs, decayed leaves soaked in Tea water, tobacco leaves, cedar, refreshing acidity, soft tannins , sweet , finish with fruits, minerals, flowers ….. 96/100 points
Number 1 Argiano
No. 1 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino 2018 (Argiano Brunello di Montalcino 2018): Argiano is another that makes Brunello di Montalcino a true classic. The current owner is André Esteves, a Brazilian billionaire who bought in 2013 with a group of investors.
Previously, wine was aged in large oak barrels (1,000 / 2,000 and 5,000 liters) before Bernardino Sani took over and switched to 225 liter barrels. From 2014, it is also farmed organically. The vintage This 2018 aged for 41 months, bottled in May 2022 and released in early 2023.
Argiano Ranch
Deep, bright red with fruity aromas: red mulberry, red berry, strawberry, raspberry, resin, minerals, dry rose, spicy herbs, star anise, dry grass, fragrant oak. Leather model, medium body, refreshing acid, soft and smooth nanonin, finish with earthy fruit, spicy herbs, dry Not fully launched yet, probably in the next 2-3 years at least Brunello di Montalcino’ n you have to try it once in your life……95/100 points
The Argiano Wine Team
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