Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Miranda Franco
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November 23, 2021
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This unique 80/20 blend of Mencía and Godello has captivating aromas of subtle but tremendously expressive floral and red fruit notes. It has a...
Miranda Franco
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November 23, 2021
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The ancient vines of Tenerife (an autonomous territory of Spain and the largest of the Canary Islands) are producing excellent quality wines that merit...
Rich Cook
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November 23, 2021
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I always enjoy this bottling – it’s dependably unique in the world of Cabernet Franc. This vintage features bold mixed berry fruit, vanilla, fall...
Wayne Belding
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November 23, 2021
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What to serve with a Thanksgiving feast that will please the many palates in attendance? Nothing beats a big, buttery California Chardonnay. The coalescent...
Michael Apstein
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November 23, 2021
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Canorei is Carretta’s oldest vineyard. They vinify and then age their best grapes from this vineyard in oak barrels. The oak influence is still...
Michael Apstein
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November 23, 2021
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White wines from Roero, an area just across the Tanaro River from Barolo, must contain at least 95 percent Arneis, a grape that has...
Michael Apstein
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November 16, 2021
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Riás Baixas, a small area tucked away in Galicia in north western Spain, can make cutting white wines, like this one, from the Albariño...
Marguerite Thomas
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November 23, 2021
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Portuguese imports were once dominated by inexpensive wines that tended to be decent if not exciting, but today you can find truly world-class options...
Rich Cook
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November 23, 2021
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Kathy Corison continues to produce wines that speak to sense of place and vintage variation. Her focus on getting at the truth of each...
Wayne Belding
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November 23, 2021
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The fine name of Soave has been diminished over the years as high-volume production from lesser vineyard sites has dominated the appellation. The best...
Rich Cook
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November 16, 2021
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If you think of Malbec from Argentina as a simple, fruit driven red for any occasion, this wine will show you that there’s a...
Marguerite Thomas
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November 16, 2021
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This is a succulent blend of Sangiovese (34%) and 33% each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Al Passo offers a riot of textures and...