Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Rich Cook
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August 15, 2023
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This is for fans of forward oak that is balanced by racy acidity and a citrus tinged fruit profile. The citrusy character likely comes...
Roger Morris
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August 15, 2023
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There was a time before Rosés became commonplace – a great development – that those which carried any cache were from long-designated pink regions,...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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La Rioja Alta’s 2011 Gran Reserva 904 is a strikingly seductive wine, filled with contrasts — bold and rustic, yet delicate and nimble. A...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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Finding solid Cabernets under $25 can be a tall order these days, and it’s why Vasse Felix’s Filius Cabernet from Margaret River was such...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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Grown in the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, Felsina’s 2019 Berardenga Chianti Classico is made from 100% Sangiovese. The wine has an enticingly savory bouquet,...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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Guigal’s 2018 Côtes du Rhône Rouge offers fantastic quality for the price. With 50% Syrah (along with 40% Grenache, and 10% Mourvèdre), it offers...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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Sandhi Wines is one of the projects of famed sommelier-turned-winemaker Rajat Parr and fellow esteemed winemaker Sashi Moorman. Their 2020 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot...
John McDermott
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August 15, 2023
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Since 1982, Au Bon Climat has made wines in Santa Barbara County, sourcing grapes from various vineyards in the area. Their 2021 Santa Barbara...
Michael Franz
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August 15, 2023
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This house makes very fine Barolo and marvelous old-vine Barbera as well, but this Langhe Nebbiolo merits attention too, as it offers an accessible,...
Michael Franz
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August 15, 2023
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This wine has been quite good for a long while, and in terms of value, downright excellent for years on end—more than a decade. ...
Michael Franz
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August 15, 2023
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The wines of Alto Adige deserve to be more widely appreciated than they are, particularly Pinot Bianco, which is potentially marvelous. More of the...
Rich Cook
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August 8, 2023
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This fairly large-production wine always amazes for its quality, and in 2021 the winemaking team seizes on the opportunity offered by the vintage to...