Merlot from Paso Robles has a tendency toward richness and body without much backbone. The Robert Hall is an...
Brys Estate, Old Mission Peninsula (Michigan) Gewurztraminer 2017
Michigan's Old Mission Peninsula has proven to be an excellent spot to grow Gewurztraminer, the spicy white grape most...
Wagner Vineyards, Finger Lakes (New York) Riesling 2016
Wagner is an ace among aces when it comes to Finger Lakes Riesling. This dry Riesling from the 2016 vintage is a...
Due Mari, Maremma DOC (Tuscany, Italy) 2015
This beautiful Super Tuscan from Tuscany's coastal Maremma district demonstrates the unique compatibility of Sangiovese...
Stateland Cellars, Columbia Valley (Washington) Cabernet Franc 2016
This smoky Cabernet Franc shows notes of cherry and tobacco with a touch of spice. The tannins are modest, making...
Jacob’s Creek, Southeastern Australia (Australia) Chardonnay 2017
Jacob's Creek does a remarkable job for the price. This Chardonnay shows apple and citrus aromas with a touch of wood...
Moet & Chandon, Champagne AOC (France) 2009
Moet's 2009 at nearly ten years of age shows uncommon freshness and richness, with notes of brioche and baked apple, a...
Korbel, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) 2014
Korbel's brut zero bubbly, Natural, remains one of the best values in California sparkling wine. This vintage is...
Peter Lehmann, Barossa Valley (Australia) Shiraz 2015
Peter Lehman's 2015 Shiraz from Barossa is a meaty, savory example from the vintage, showing bright blueberry and black...
Concannon, Livermore Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
The Livermore Valley east of San Francisco is an historic but often overlooked California wine appellation. ...
Robert Hall, Paso Robles (California) Syrah 2015
This smoky, earthy Syrah from Paso Robles is perfect for the summer barbecue. Showing notes of ripe blueberry and...
Cuvee Joelle, Comte Tolosan IGP (France) 2017
This vast appellation that is a catch-all for the wines of southwest France that don't fit into smaller, more established...