Pinot Gris is a mutation of Pinot Noir, with grapes ranging in color from pinkish-gray to orangey pink. Oyster...
Maison Louis Jadot, Beaujolais-Villages (Burgundy, France) 2018
Made from 100% Gamay grapes, this light bodied classic Beaujolais red wine has mouth-filling ripe cherry and berry...
Short Street, Swartland (South Africa) Pinotage 2018
As you probably know, Pinotage, a crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault grapes, can sometimes yield wines that might be...
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley (Washington) Riesling 2017
One of Washington State’s oldest vineyards, Cold Creek was planted in the 1970s. This wine is definitely on...
Dry Creek Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Perfect for any season, this Sauvignon Blanc from Dry Creek Vineyard seems to especially exemplify spring weather. A...
Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2017
While Napa Valley’s most celebrated grape variety is Cabernet Sauvignon Duckhorn proudly specializes in Merlot as...
Dry Creek Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
This vintage of Dry Creek’s praiseworthy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (79%), Merlot (12%), Malbec (5%), Cabernet...
Casas Del Bosque, Valle de Casablanca (Chile) Chardonnay 2017
This sturdy Chardonnay rewards the taste buds with hints of lemon zest, apple, peach and a whiff of caramel. The...
Dreaming About Grapes: Two New Wines, Upshot White & Red
Upshot is an iconoclastic new brand that was recently introduced by Rodney Strong Vineyards. In creating both the red and...
Chappellet, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2017
Merlot does not always get the respect it deserves, but if you’re one of the skeptics, I advise you to rush out and...
Dry Creek Vineyard, Sonoma County (California) Fumé Blanc 2019
With its refreshing acidity, Dry Creek’s “Fumé Blanc” can be a delicious accompaniment to a...
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley (Washington) Pinot Gris 2017
This pleasant white wine from America’s north west coast is soft and smooth, with modest acidity and nuances of pear...