Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Mary Ewing-Mulligan
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August 9, 2011
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This great-value Cabernet is a delightful twist on the ponderous styling of many West Coast Cabs. It’s medium-bodied and has a vibrant personality —...
Gerald D. Boyd
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August 9, 2011
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Merry Edwards Pinots offer the promise of deep, succulent fruit and this one doesn’t disappoint. Medium to deep ruby color leads to lovely aromatics...
Michael Apstein
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August 9, 2011
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Nero d’Avola, Sicily’s most important red grape, has a promising future because it delivers both fruity and sometimes slightly funky or earthy notes simultaneously. ...
Gerald D. Boyd
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August 9, 2011
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An important factor in the consistent quality of any wine is the unbroken association between winemaker and grower, such as the relationship between Merry...
Robert Whitley
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August 2, 2011
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Summit is a red Bordeaux-style blend from the capable hands of winemaker Erich Bradley, who also makes the very fine Pinot Noirs of Sojourn...
Michael Apstein
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August 2, 2011
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Jadot owns almost a third of this premier cru vineyard that lies in the southern part of Beaune, bordering Pommard. Though the 2009 red...
Michael Apstein
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August 2, 2011
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The wines from Échézeaux, a large, 90-acre grand cru, are highly variable (like those from neighboring Clos de Vougeot). Although the producer is always...
Michael Apstein
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August 2, 2011
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This wine redefines Beaujolais. Anyone who ever doubted that Beaujolais could be a truly grand wine needs to try it. The Clos de Grand...
Michael Apstein
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August 2, 2011
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Beckman adds a touch of grace and elegance to this robust mountain Syrah, which keeps it from being over the top. Alluring gamey nuances...
Michael Apstein
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August 2, 2011
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Cusumano is one of Sicily’s leading producers, showing that this island, long known for quantity over quality, can produce exciting wines. Benuara is their...
Tina Caputo
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August 2, 2011
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This wine has a wonderful aroma of red fruits, including ripe strawberries, raspberries and cherries. It’s medium-bodied, with ripe red berry flavors and a...
Tina Caputo
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August 2, 2011
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This pretty pink is the color of watermelon Jolly Rancher candies. A blend of Mourvedre, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine has aromas of...