The revolution in Sagrantino di Montefalco was led by this outstanding winery with uncompromising standards and a world vision....
Colpetrone, Sagrantino di Montefalco (Umbria, Italy) 2009
Even at the ripe old age of 6, Colpetrone's Sagrantino di Montefalco could use a few more years in the cellar to soften its firm...
Toad Hollow, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) Merlot 2012
Toad Hollow has long had the ability to sometimes dazzle at a modest prize, as it does with its reserve Merlot from the Russian...
Decoy, Sonoma County (California) Pinot Noir 2013
I would say that solid Pinot Noir that retails for less than $30 is rare, but Decoy produces in excess of 50,000 cases of this...
J. Lohr, Paso Robles (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
This meaty Cab from J. Lohr captures the essence of Paso Robles, where ripeness is never a problem. With impressive...
Schramsberg, North Coast (California) 2012
Schramsberg's 2012 Blanc de Blancs is a 100-percent Chardonnay beauty. The nose shows notes of brioche and green apple. On the...
Wine Country Travel
Once an esoteric pursuit embraced only by dedicated oenophiles, wine country travels in recent years have become the...
Adelsheim, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2012
Adelsheim's 2012 Elizabeth's Reserve is silky smooth and velvety on the palate, shows layers of dark berry fruits, a touch of...
Sokol Blosser, Dundee Hills (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2012
Sokol Blosser's Dundee Hills effort from the 2012 vintage will appeal to those who favor earthy Pinots. This one shows notes of...
Franciacorta vs. Champagne
My good friend Jeremy Parzen came to town recently and staged a small tasting of sparkling wines from Franciacorta. Jeremy...
Lange Estate, Willamette Valley (Oregon) 2012
The 2012 Lange Reserve is a beautifully balanced example of Oregon Pinot, with lush, forward raspberry and blueberry fruit,...
St. Innocent Winery, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2012
Rich and layered, with impressive dimension, the St. Innocent Pinot from Freedom Hill Vineyard is a crowd-pleaser, with ripe...