I believe this is a first for the label — reaching over the mountains into Napa Valley to source the fruit. As...
Aridus, Arizona (United States) Petite Sirah 2020
I can picture this wine flying out of the tasting room based on the aromatic profile alone. It is extremely deep and...
Alma de Cattleya, Sonoma County (California) Pinot Noir 2022
Another winner from the deft hand of winemaker Bibiana Gonzales-Rave. It celebrates the taut, cool climate style...
Barra, Mendocino (California) Petite Sirah 2020
Like all of Randy Meyer’s wines, this is approachable, balanced and delicious — not necessarily words that...
Barra, Mendocino (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Kudos to Barra and winemaker Randy Meyer for continuing to deliver high quality at reasonable prices. This 100%...
Barra, Mendocino (California) Zinfandel 2020
Here is a finely tuned Zinfandel that touches on just about every characteristic that the variety has to offer. ...
Alentejo, Portugal: Carving Out a Future Built on the Past
I’ll start out this month’s column by giving you a quick summary up front just in case you’re pressed for time...
Honrado, Vinho de Talha (Alentejo, Portugal) 2021
A fascinating red wine that begins with aromas of fresh cut celery that persists over soft red fruits. The celery...
Masciarelli, Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Superiore DOC (Italy) 2022
Cerasuolo literally means “cherry red,” and the DOC designation separates this Rosé style from the dark...
Papapietro Perry, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2020
This bottle shows the ripe, rich side of Anderson Valley, with aromas of deep red fruit, fall spice and some touches of...
Masciarelli, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC (Italy) 2019
While Montepulciano is gaining a toehold in Southern California as a fine performer, it is always a treat to taste origin...
Masciarelli, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC (Italy) 2018
This wine took a couple of days to win me over. It is not made every year, and it comes from a densely planted...