Just as I was about to write glowingly about this wine coming from an unexpected source, I recalled that I’ve...
Caposaldo, Chianti DOCG (Tuscany, Italy) 2018
This is a solid, value-driven Chianti that lets you know where it’s from, with pulsing acidity that carries the...
Costa Azul, Santa Barbara County (California) Syrah 2018
A supreme mouthful of flavor awaits you in this amazing bottle of Syrah from a small vineyard in Los Alamos. ...
Frei Brothers, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2019
Winemaker Scott Anderson has this label pulling down awards left and right thanks to varietal correctness, fine balance...
Halleck Vineyard, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2017
The elegant expression of Russian River is long on strawberry and rhubarb character, with sweet oak toast riding right...
Heath Sparkling, Clarksburg (Sacramento River Delta, California) 2017
This Texas producer reaches across the west to the river delta for the fruit for a beautiful glass of bubbles. A...
V. Sattui Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2019
This proprietary labeled wine has made its mark on the Chardonnay landscape since its first vintage a few years ago. ...
ZD Wines, Carneros (California) Pinot Noir 2019
A fresh release from ZD, and one that leans into its regional mineral character. The Carneros crushed rock vibe...
Due Ragazze Vineyards, El Dorado County (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
This Sierra Foothills beauty maintains just a hint of rustic charm that’s often associated with the region without...
Grape Creek Vineyards, Texas (United States) Riesling 2020
Sometimes, and I’m sure I’m not alone, I wonder how it is that a glass of liquid made from grapes can smell...
Lightpost Winery, Santa Cruz Mountains (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
This wine is named for the son of the owner Sofia Fedotova, who collaborates with Central Coast superstar Christian...
Peju, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Franc 2017
Winemaker Sara Fowler brings us this spot-on Cabernet Franc, with vibrant cherry fruit and soft pepper that play well...