My top three

Stefan Neumann MS

Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains

Hedonistic superstar! Unrivalled focus and elegance with a drive and focus that outshone all others. I ordered some immediately after results were revealed. 95 Drink 2020-2030

Sequoia Grove, Rutherford, Napa Valley

This took me by surprise for its beautiful intensity and for being so approachable in its youth. Winemaking director Mike Trujillo has said: ‘I love Cabernet that tastes like Cabernet’ and I do too! 94 Drink 2020-2030

Inglenook, Rubicon, Rutherford, Napa Valley

A wine that has continued to surprise me from the 2012 vintage onwards. Nothing is greater than to taste the rebirth of a legend. This is great now, but will be even better if you can hold onto it for a few years. Bravo, Inglenook, and keep on pushing! 90 Drink 2019-2031