Jermann is one of the most respected wine names in northern Italy. How Jermann treats Pinot Grigio, a wine that is...
Kendall-Jackson, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2015
Mendocino County’s cool Anderson Valley, which runs east-west toward the Pacific Ocean, now rivals the Russian River...
Bridlewood Estate Winery, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Darkly fruited and full-bodied, this Paso Robles cabernet sauvignon benefits no doubt from a generous dose (10 percent) of...
Balletto, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2017
As a general rule, domestic chardonnay made without oak fermentation or aging tends to be bland. There are...
Chateau Souverain, California (United States) Chardonnay 2016
In its modest price range, Chateau Souverain is an industry leader. This vintage of their Chardonnay is beautifully...
Acumen, Napa Valley (California) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
One of the Napa Valley’s best-kept secrets is the success of its sauvignon blanc. Understandable, to be sure, because of...
Storypoint, California (United States) Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
If you’re looking for a value red for summer, you would be hard-pressed to do better than this gem with the modest...
CaMaiol, Benaco Bresciano Rosso IGP (Italy) 2016
If you’re looking for something different in a red wine for summer, Giome from CaMaiol could be the ticket. This...
Kim Crawford, Marlborough (New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
This veritable sauvignon blanc powerhouse rarely misses. The 2017 Signature Reserve is a direct hit. Showing...
Shafer, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley (California) 2015
Shafer’s Bordeaux-style blend from this vintage is a stunning example of the excellence Shafer has produced for more...
Groth, Oakville, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
If there is such a thing as a sweet spot for Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon, the Oakville district in the heart of the...
J Vineyards, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2016
Winemaker Nicole Hitchcock demonstrates clearly here that she also has a deft hand with white table wines. Though J...