I so appreciate the Jeff Runquist way of finding balance whatever the source may be. Of course, he’s rather...
Giovinazzo, California (United States) 2017
Here is an unusual California blend – equal parts Aglianico and Montepulciano – that is worth your time to...
Milagro, Ramona Valley (San Diego County, California) 2017
One of California’s original wine producing regions is finding its way on to the world stage of late with wines like...
South Coast Winery, South Coast (California) 2017
Winemaker Jon McPherson brings us this value driven tribute to Bordeaux at a wallet friendly price. It’s got...
Woof’n Rose Winery, Ramona Valley (San Diego County, California) 2017
This tiny winery is a local favorite – always worth a stop when winding through San Diego’s back...
Alamos, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2018
Mendoza Malbec covers a wide range of vineyard elevation, and like many areas of the world, the higher you go, the more...
Vincent Vineyards, Los Olivos District, Santa Ynez Valley (Santa Barbara County, California) Cabernet Franc 2018
Hooray for this underappreciated variety as expressed here by winemaker Daniel Schuler-Jones. There’s a zesty...
Who Should You Trust for Wine Buying Advice?
You know the feeling: You walk into your local market or wine shop, turn down an aisle and it hits you -- hundreds, maybe...
Robert Biale Vineyards, Coombsville, Napa Valley (California) Zinfandel 2018
I love the Biale Zinfandel portfolio. It’s a one-winery show of what the variety can do across the spectrum of...
Robert Biale Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Petite Sirah 2018
If the Royal Punisher’s job is to make you black and blue in a very good way, it’s a case of mission...
Cvne Monopole, Rioja DOC (Spain) Viura 2020
I am seeing more and more white Rioja making it Stateside, and I’m pleased to find one that I would like to drink...
Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
The winery’s Russian River AVA blend is always a fine showcase of winemaking skill, and Theresa Heredia...