Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Wayne Belding
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November 22, 2022
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Godello is a Spanish grape that deserves more recognition. The Joaquín Rebolledo Godello is evidence of the variety’s potential. Drawn from vines grown on...
Vince Simmon
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November 22, 2022
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Jaine is an Otis Family project focused on creating outstanding Washington wines using sustainable practices. Jaine’s winemaker, Ali Mayfield, is especially focused on end-to-end...
Norm Roby
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November 22, 2022
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Fifth generation farmers Jerry and Elaine Owen, co-founders of Owen-Roe Winery, now devote 20 acres to the Lady Hill brand. Launched in 2012, Lady...
Norm Roby
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November 22, 2022
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The Brown family began developing vineyards in 2001 and today divides its time between Watermill wines and their Blue Mountain Cider production. Before the...
Rebecca Murphy
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November 22, 2022
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A pretty wine in a pretty bottle is just right for holiday entertaining. This Riesling from the J. Lohr winery is a bit sweet,...
Roger Morris
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November 22, 2022
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As with rearing children, some winemakers see a potential in a grape variety that others might not, at least not if it’s normally slated...
Miranda Franco
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November 22, 2022
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While discovered in France, Petite Sirah has a foothold in California, where it thrives, producing wines like the 2020 Theopolis Petite Sirah. This Petite...
Miranda Franco
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November 22, 2022
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Garnacha Blanca may not be as well-known as Spain’s other white grapes; however, as demonstrated with "Obsessio," it can be a hidden gem. The...
Rich Cook
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November 22, 2022
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Don’t be put off by some reductive aromas when cracking open this bottle initially – they will swirl off with some effort. I would...
Rich Cook
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November 22, 2022
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This is a big wine, and most Petite Sirah fans might say it’s not quite big enough. For me, it’s in just the right...
Rich Cook
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November 22, 2022
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Jeff Pisoni blends three famous vineyards for this Estate Cuvée — Pisoni, Gary’s and Soberanis — and the result is a deep Pinot Noir...
Rich Cook
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November 22, 2022
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This bottle nails the cherry cola aromatics of typical Russian River and has a little coconut accent. On the palate the cherry cola gets...