Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Marguerite Thomas
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May 14, 2019
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 Many of Fatum’s grapes come from 35-year-old vines.  One of those grapes, Airen, is largely unknown outside Spain but it is, in fact, a...
Michael Apstein
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May 7, 2019
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  Though not the current release, consumers need to be aware of this wine since it is still available.  Domaine Parent, clearly one of...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 The lip-stinger!  Yes, acid is the order of the day in this glass, but there’s more than pucker to please your palate.  Peach, pear...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 This is a ripe, lively Malbec that focuses on plummy fruit with touches of savory brown spice and a cinnamon top note that are...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 Here’s a plush, full bodied Petite Sirah that delivers the classic varietal profile without being overly ripe or overly tannic, making it bright and...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 Gratus is a relatively new player on the scene, and one making a splash right away with a couple of competition wins, including this...
Michael Apstein
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May 14, 2019
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 The 2017 red Burgundies fall into two categories: forward and charming ready-to-drink wines and more structured ones suitable for the cellar.  This Santenay falls...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 The stellar Napa Valley 2013 vintage is on suitable display here, with full throttle true to type aromas followed by a fleshy palate where...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 More wine from this appellation is starting to show up here in the USA, and that’s a good thing — there’s an earthy dimension...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 I like a winery that’s proud of its Petite Sirah, so much so that it’s not afraid to let you know that they use...
Rich Cook
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May 14, 2019
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 Sea Smoke’s Southing is always a solid expression of Santa Rita Hills, delivering rich dark fruit, warm oak spice and a weighty palate that’s...
Rich Cook
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May 7, 2019
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 This is late release from 2013 celebrating a business milestone, and one certainly worthy of the occasion.  It’s long on varietal character, with blackberry,...