For lo these many years I've been calling Bonny Doon's Clos de Gilroy one of the great values in red wine from California. So...
Flora Springs, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2013
It's not often you see the words Napa Valley and value in the same sentence, but when you do there's a good chance it has...
Al Fresco Wining
Having just celebrated the summer solstice, I now look forward to the pleasure of dining al fresco over the next few months. To...
J. Lohr, Monterey (California) Valdiguie 2014
J. Lohr's 2014 Valdiguie is a serious candidate for best summer picnic wine, but not for the reason you might expect. Often...
Talbott, Santa Lucia Highlands (Monterey County) Pinot Noir 2013
When it comes to bang for the buck, Talbott's 'Logan' series is a reliable bet. The Logan Pinot, an estate wine from Talbott's...
Integrity Triumphs Over Greed
The godfather of Paso Robles wine is back. Gary Eberle, who was ousted as general manager of Eberle Winery in January...
Cadaretta, Columbia Valley (Washington) 2012
Cadaretta's GSM blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre runs against the conventional wisdom of producing GSM in the popular...
Dandelion Vineyards, Barossa Valley (South Australia) Shiraz 2014
Dandelion wines are brilliantly made and modestly priced. The Lionheart of the Barossa is a beautiful example of juicy, ripe...
Calera, Mt. Harlan (Central Coast, California) Pinot Noir 2012
The 2012 Jensen is one of the most expressive young Calera Pinot Noirs in some time, showing an intense floral note and deep...
Bridlewood, Paso Robles (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Bridlewood's 2013 Paso Robles Cabernet is a serious contender for value Cab of the year. At the price the dimension and...
MacMurray Estate Vineyards, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) Pinot Noir 2013
The 2013 Pinot from MacMurray will please the crowd clamoring for more elegance and less power in California Pinot Noir....
Estate 1856, Sonoma County (California) 2012
Rich and ripe, with power to spare, the Estate 1856 Duvall's Prospect shows impressive layers of black fruits, ample tannins and...