90+ Point Wines
In the wine world, it’s pretty much agreed that any bottle scoring 90 points or above is a stand-out example of its grape, region or vintage, the kind of wine that makes you pause mid-sip and smile.
The 100-point scale has become the global yardstick for quality over the past few decades. Created in the late 1970s by lawyer-turned-wine-legend Robert Parker and his friend Victor Morgenroth, it first appeared in The Wine Advocate and went on to reshape how the world talks about wine.
So, when you pick up a 90+ point wine, you’re in safe hands; it’s as close to a sure thing as it gets for an exceptional drinking experience.
Just remember: scores are a guide, not gospel. There are countless brilliant wines out there that have never been scored at all, and discovering them is half the fun!
Guide to Scores
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96–100: Extraordinary, outstanding, or classic examples
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90–95: Outstanding to exceptional
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85–89: Good to very good
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2024 Albarino, Lagar de Cervera
Fresh, saline and utterly invigorating, the 2024 Albariño from Lagar de Cervera is like a sea breeze bottled at sunrise. Aromas of white peach, gre...
View full details2024 Rosé, Ultimate Provence
“The Effortless Glamour” Pale petal-pink with silver glints, this rosé looks every bit as chic as it tastes. Aromas of wild strawberry, pink grapef...
View full details2022 Hunter Valley Semillon, Brokenwood
Established in 1970 by Tony Albert, John Beeston and wine critic James Halliday, Brokenwood has evolved from a weekend venture for hobby winemakers...
View full details2022 'The Raptor' Pinot Noir, Lake Chalice
This Lake Chalice Pinot Noir is elegant and aromatic, delivering intense notes of blackberry, plum and cherry fruit with delicate and lifted floral...
View full details2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Pegasus Bay
The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc from Pegasus Bay is a benchmark expression of New Zealand’s North Canterbury region, vibrant, layered, and undeniably soph...
View full details2020 Primitivo di Manduria Riserva 'Anniversario 62', San Marzano
This wine is made in honour of the 19 winemakers who founded “Cantine San Marzano” in 1962. A long time has passed since then, yet their old vines ...
View full details2020 Chardonnay, Zephyr Wines
The Glover family were one of the first to plant grapes on their farm in Marlborough’s Dillon’s Point sub-region in 1988. Nineteen years later, led...
View full details2022 Valpolicella Superiore DOC 'Campo Lavei', Ca'Rugate
This 2019 Vapolicella Superiore an utterly delicious red wine blended from the holy trinity of Corvina (45%), Corvinone (40%) and Rondinella (15%) ...
View full details2021 Chianti Classico, Tenuta di Bibbiano
Bibbiano is one of the oldest estates in the Chianti Classico belonging to the same family. Since 1865, the entrepreneurial spirit and tradition ha...
View full details2019 Watervale Riesling, clos Clare
As the third generation of the Barry winemaking family, brothers Sam & Tom Barry now hold the keys to this boutique winery. Riesling is the Cla...
View full details2023 Fleurie Les Moriers, Domaine Chignard
Brilliant ruby and perfumed with violets, red cherry, and wild strawberries, this Fleurie is all charm on the surface but quietly serious underneat...
View full details2023 Sauvignon Blanc Reserve, Cape Point Vineyards
An elegant Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of floral spice, cardamom and white pepper. Richly textured with generous notes of citrus and ripe nectarine...
View full details2019 Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Auntsfield
The 2019 Single Vineyard Chardonnay from Auntsfield Estate is a commanding expression of Marlborough’s oldest winemaking heritage, carrying forward...
View full details2023 The Chocolate Block, Boekenhoutskloof
The 2023 vintage of The Chocolate Block continues to build on its legacy as one of South Africa’s most iconic and sought-after red blends. Crafted ...
View full details2024 Riesling, Pegasus Bay
Pegasus Bay, a family-owned estate established by the Donaldsons in New Zealand’s Waipara Valley, is internationally acclaimed for its expressive, ...
View full details2020 Wallace, Glaetzer
Wallace takes on the traditional Barossa Valley blend of Shiraz and Grenache in a modern way. The Shiraz brings backbone, flesh and body to the win...
View full details2023 Riesling ‘Single Vineyard McKay's, Jim Barry
This Riesling was sourced from the McKay’s vineyard in Watervale. South or east-facing slopes are best suited for Riesling as they are shielded fro...
View full details2019 Rosehill Shiraz, Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, based in the Hunter Valley, was established in 1921 by the legendary winemaker Maurice O’Shea, from 16.3 hectares of adjoining parc...
View full details2020 Wrekin Pinot Noir, Astrolabe
Pale garnet in the glass, this single-vineyard Pinot Noir hums with quiet intensity. Aromas of wild cherry, redcurrant and violet mingle with hints...
View full details2020 Recioto di Soave DOCG Classico, Guerrieri Rizzardi
Crafted from hand-selected Garganega grapes grown in the sun-drenched vineyards of the Soave Classico zone, this Recioto represents the pinnacle of...
View full details2020 Sauvignon Blanc, Inglenook
While Inglenook has long been celebrated for its iconic Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate also harbours hidden potential for white wine production. Lo...
View full details2020 Côtes de Provence Rouge, Château La Mascaronne
Deep garnet in the glass, this red radiates warmth and grace. Aromas of ripe black cherry, blackberry and wild herbs mingle with notes of violets, ...
View full details2020 Pinot Gris, Rockburn
Pale straw with glints of gold, this Pinot Gris is pure Central Otago charm - bright, aromatic and finely textured. The nose bursts with pear, whit...
View full details2022 Chianti Classico, Castello di Volpaia
Perched high in the hills of Radda in Chianti, Castello di Volpaia is a beautifully preserved medieval village that doubles as one of Tuscany’s mos...
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