The appeal of Patz & Hall come in large part from the philosophy of winemaker James Hall, who astutely takes a step back and...
Edmeades, Mendocino County (California) 2012
Edmeades describes its 'Folly' as a Zinfandel blend. Actually, less than half the blend is Zin. The Zin shares space with Syrah,...
Roth, Sonoma County (California) 2012
It's a crazy blend with seven different grape varieties (Zinfandel at 26 percent is the somewhat dominant force) but Roth's...
Grgich Hills, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2011
Grgich did a very nice job in a challenging vintage with its 2011 Merlot. It shows an earthy note on the nose, with hints of...
Morgan, Santa Lucia Highlands (California) Pinot Noir 2013
This cool-climate Pinot from Morgan shows bright red fruit, notes of cola and spice, with excellent balance and tension. Long on...
Murphy-Goode, Knights Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Murphy-Goode's Knights Valley Cab offers up a rich slice of northern Sonoma County flavor. The Knights Valley is a warm spot in...
Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
The 2011 vintage has indeed had some bad press, but I wouldn't tell that to the folks at Whitehall Lane, where the vintage gave...
Andy’s Spirits World
Wine enthusiasts might remember Anthony Dias Blue best from his long and distinguished career at Bon Appetit Magazine,...
Patz & Hall, Carneros (Napa Valley) Pinot Noir 2012
With a distinctive nose of earth and spice, the ride begins. This vintage of Patz & Hall's Hyde Pinot Noir shows power and...
Buglioni, Valpolicella Ripasso (Veneto, Italy) 2011
Valpolicella in its many manifestations can be confusing and something of a challenge at the dinner table. I have my method of...
Buglioni, Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC (Veneto, Italy) 2011
The advances in quality in the Veneto in recent years is nothing short of stunning, particularly for Valpolicella. Once upon a...
Pahlmeyer, Sonoma Coast (California) Pinot Noir 2012
Pahlmeyer's Sonoma Coast Pinot from the 2012 vintage will strike you immediately with the prominence of sweet oak and spice....