Truly a dream come true in each declared vintage, this prestige cuvee never disappoints, and is consistently among the top...
Santa Barbara Winery, Sta. Rita Hills (Santa Barbara County, California) Riesling 2016
An interestingly herb driven Riesling, with pleasant green tones riding above stony minerality and tart citrus. ...
Broken Earth Winery, Paso Robles (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
A Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon that will please fans of lively oak spice that rides comfortably alongside ripe black...
Ledson Winery & Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
One of California’s most renowned vineyards is paid full tribute in this stellar bottling. A deeply...
Muchos Manos, La Mancha (Spain) 2017
I love running across a $10 wine to which I can assign a full-throated recommendation. Complex ripe red and black...
Bee’s Box, California (United States) Pinot Noir 2017
Always a value leader, Francis Ford Coppola rolls out this new brand with a bang. Solid Pinot Noir with layered...
Francis Coppola, Sonoma County (California) Merlot 2015
A beautifully approachable Merlot with forward blackberry, cassis, black cherry, rich oak spice, a fleshy texture with...
Matetic Vineyards, San Antonio Valley (Chile) Chardonnay 2017
Solid Chardonnay for fans of dry style and smoky oak accents. Bright Meyer lemon, mango and papaya fruit aromas...
Foursight, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Semillion 2016
One of a small handful of varietal bottlings produced domestically, this wine shows that there should be more of them,...
Foursight, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
I’ve been a fan of Charles Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc for years -- from the days when a large portion of it went into...
Spottswoode, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
A dynamic, energetic wine that would serve as the best of house at most wineries is the entry level Cabernet at...
Cadaretta, Columbia Valley (Washington) 2015
A Rhône style blend that this year is Syrah forward, but wisely designated with a proprietary name thanks to ten...