Bold structure, bold fruit and, well, a bold finish have become a calling card for this winery, and the philosophy is on...
Ladera Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon has big bones, and its later release is a good choice. It’s got an old-school...
Canvasback, Red Mountain (Washington) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
I’m intrigued by wines like this one. It has all the signatures of new world, new style Cabernet, with juicy...
Firesteed, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Riesling 2020
Though it’s not indicated on the label, this Riesling is sourced from a single vineyard. The Erratic Oaks vineyard...
Cattleya, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2019
Cattleya's “Cuvee Number One” is a beautifully ripe Pinot Noir from winemaker Bibiana Gonzalez Rave that...
Niner Wine Estates, Edna Valley (San Luis Obispo County, California) Pinot Noir 2019
Made in a more opulent style than previous vintages, this Pinot Noir satisfies with cool climate acidity managing a...
MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
This bottling shows the lighter side of Klopp Ranch, which is probably best known as one of Merry Edwards’ go to...
Brandlin Estate, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley (California) 2018
Henry’s Keep is a tribute to Henry Brandlin, who in 1926 was the first to plant grapes on the family estate on Mount...
Portugal: Plenty to See – and Taste – Here!
One of the things that I most enjoy about the world of wine is its inherent ability to keep new things coming at me. ...
California’s Harvest 2021: Small-ish but Excellent
Seasons. They come and they go, marking the time of the existence of the earth, bringing us a steady current of change and...
Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2018
Crisp and creamy bells ringing. That’s my hallmark for good Chardonnay, one where a creamy midpalate with...
Ancient Peaks Vineyard, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) 2018
Bombastic orange zest aromas get things started here, with back notes of wild flowers and cinnamon. On the palate,...