James Suckling
James Suckling is an American wine journalist and critic, renowned for his expertise and influence in the wine industry. A former editor-in-chief of Wine Spectator, he founded his own website in 2010, where he publishes tasting notes, wine reviews, and articles on the wine industry.
Suckling is famous for his blind tastings and for assigning scores on a 100-point scale, allowing him to assess the quality of wines in a rigorous and objective manner. His reviews cover a wide range of wine regions, including France, Italy, Spain, and California, and he is particularly known for his passion for Bordeaux and Burgundy wines.
James Suckling’s ratings and reviews are closely followed by wine enthusiasts and industry professionals, and his recommendations can have a significant impact on wine sales worldwide. His reputation as a wine expert makes him a respected and influential voice in the wine world.
2025
Vignes de Nicole, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah – IGP Pays d’Oc
Château du Larzac, Notre Dame – AOP Languedoc Pézenas
Château du Larzac, Saint Majan – AOP Languedoc
Silenus – AOP Languedoc Grés de Montpellier
Domaine les Verrières, Clos des Soutyères – AOP Languedoc
Domaine Ferrandière, Le Grand Vin Rouge, Plot de Naudy – IGP Pays d’Oc
Jardin d’Arômes Rosé – IGP Pays d’Oc
Jardin des Roses – AOP Languedoc
RosOrange – Vin de France
Mas des Peyrals, Peyre Plantade – AOP Languedoc Grés de Montpellier
2024
Paul Mas Réserve, Malbec 2022 – IGP Pays d’Oc
Vinus, Malbec 2022 – IGP Pays d’Oc
Château Paul Mas, Lieu-dit Nicole 2023 – AOP Languedoc
L’Artisan, le Rosé 2023 – IGP Pays d’Oc
