This is a big, juicy, slightly sweet Chardonnay that packs a lot of flavor for 24 bucks. Smoky oak shows prominently...
Raeburn, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2016
It isn’t easy to find Chardonnay from Russian River at this price level, and even more surprising to find one this...
Cameron Hughes, North Coast (California) Petite Sirah 2015
I love Petite Sirah, with my only reservation being that I rarely see affordable bottles…at least on the East Coast...
Peju Province Winery, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2014
This convincing Merlot succeeds on the strength of medium-bodied fruit with open, delicious berry flavors and a judicious...
The Crusher, California (United States) 2015
Don’t pre-judge this wine based on the name of the brand, as it turns out not to be anywhere near as tough as its...
Trailhead, Paso Robles (California) Zinfandel 2016
Very easy to enjoy from the first whiff to the last sensory signal from the wine’s finish, this is a crowd-pleasing...
Prix Wines, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2013
Multiple indicators point toward a comeback for Merlot, and this is the type of wine to help lead the charge. It...
Scribner Bend Vineyards, Clarksburg (California) Tempranillo 2014
Some people can never get enough Tempranillo, and I am one of them, and am delighted to see convincing examples of the...
Wine Cube, California (United States) Chardonnay 2016
Sold in a 3-liter box, this is a very strong value. There is no mistaking it for Chardonnay, based on its peachy...
District 7, Monterey (California) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
This is an admirably stylish Sauvignon Blanc from California that stays true to the natural ripeness provided by growing...
Santa Barbara Winery, Santa Barbara County (California) Dry Gewürztraminer 2016
Full disclosure: I’ve had so many bad experiences with perfumy, low-acid, flaccid bottles of Gewurztraminer...
Zonte’s Footstep, Langhorne Creek (Australia) Shiraz 2016
This compellingly delicious wine easily justifies its price…and then some. Displaying deep color as well as...