Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews

Delas, Côtes-du-Rhône (Rhône Valley, France) 2010
Rebecca Murphy
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October 9, 2012
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 While the dominant grape in many a Côtes-du-Rhône is the generous and friendly Grenache, Delas makes Syrah the star of the show with 90...
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Antica, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Michael Apstein
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October 9, 2012
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 Since Antinori was the one who trumpeted using Cabernet in Tuscany, it’s only natural that he should make sensational wine from it in California...
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De Loach, Russian River Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2010
Marguerite Thomas
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October 9, 2012
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 De Loach’s 2010 Pinot Noir is noteworthy for its sophistication and food-friendly character.  With whiffs of smoke and earthiness in addition to plenty of...
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Woodenhead, Russian River Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2009
Marguerite Thomas
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October 9, 2012
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 No surprise, really, that this is such a superb wine given that Woodenhead’s owner, Nikolai Stez, began his career making wine at Williams Selyem,...
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Davis Family, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2009
Marguerite Thomas
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October 9, 2012
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 Firm, fresh and complex, this wine is a delectable example of what good California Pinot can be.  It has just the right suggestion of...
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Pezzi King, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Old Vine Zinfandel 2010
Marguerite Thomas
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October 9, 2012
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 Lush and ripe, this Zinfandel is a riot of dark berry, plum, spice and oak flavors.  Zin lovers will appreciate the way the layers...
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ROCK by Kenward Family Wines, Napa Valley (California) Syrah 2009
October 9, 2012
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 Tor Kenward says that he fell in love with the Rhône Valley and its wines, which is obvious from this standout bottling.  This wine...
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TOR, Yountville, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
October 9, 2012
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 This wine is derived from grapes grown in the southern end of Napa Valley at Mast Vineyard.  This cooler area results in a lighter...
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TOR, Napa Valley (California) 2009
October 9, 2012
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 This is one of Tor Kenward’s single clone bottlings from the Beckstoffer To Kalon vineyard.  The wine is big and chunky and has a...
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TOR, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
October 9, 2012
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 This is one of Tor Kenward’s single clone bottlings from the Beckstoffer To Kalon vineyard.  The wine is more aromatic than the Clone 4...
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J. Lohr, Paso Robles (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Michael Apstein
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October 9, 2012
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 Paso, as it’s commonly called, is getting recognition for its sumptuous Cabernets.  What’s particularly notable about this one, however, is its polish and finesse. ...
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Sherwood Estate, Waipara Valley (New Zealand) Pinot Noir 2010
Michael Apstein
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October 9, 2012
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 New Zealand continues to be a source for excellent Pinot Noir.  And this one, from Canterbury, another area well suited to the varietal, is...
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