Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Rich Cook
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November 14, 2023
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 In music, a tritone is the interval that is halfway between the root and the octave.  It is sometimes referred to as “the devil’s...
Rich Cook
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November 14, 2023
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 As the vibe turns to colored leaves, chilly temps and shorter days, you can still grab a little taste of summer in a glass...
Rich Cook
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November 14, 2023
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 Don’t let the squat packaging fool you — this is a big bomber of a wine from the heel of the boot in southern...
Vince Simmon
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November 7, 2023
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 Rock Ferry’s 3rd Rock Marlborough Chardonnay captures the style that drove my interest in New Zealand Chardonnay years ago.  Unlike other regions, New Zealand...
Rich Cook
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November 7, 2023
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 The decision to hold this wine for a late release was a wise one.  It shows real "Super Tuscan” flair regardless of its Napa...
Rich Cook
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November 14, 2023
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 The finale in a set from Dutton Estate to cross my desk, this wine shows why some producers (thankfully) just can’t quit Syrah.  Though...
Rich Cook
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November 7, 2023
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 Oklahoma isn’t the only place where the wind comes sweeping down the plain — the Texas panhandle gets more than its fair share.  Still,...
Rich Cook
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November 7, 2023
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 The gang at Opolo can do more than Zinfandel, as evidenced by this Maestro bottling.  Wildflowers are bold in the bouquet, with ripe strawberry,...
Rich Cook
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November 7, 2023
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 As is typical for this bottling, there is plenty of wood spice, but it will integrate well with a little bottle aging as previous...
Wayne Belding
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November 7, 2023
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  Finger Lakes Riesling is a treat when it is as well-made as this one.  Keuka Lake Vineyards lies just north of Hammondsport on...
Wayne Belding
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November 7, 2023
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 The Chambourcin grape is a complex hybrid developed by Johannes Seyve in France and first commercialized in 1963.  Chambourcin is a promising, but largely...
Wayne Belding
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November 7, 2023
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 The 2022 vintage in the Finger Lakes was warm and dry and resulted in low yields in the vineyards but intense flavors in the...