Wine Reviews
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A lovely cool-climate example of Syrah, one that bears repeating across the variety in California where it’s possible. Fresh blackberry, fall spice, bay leaf,...
A fresh, zesty Sauvignon Blanc from a great source area. This vintage delivers crisp lemon and soft melon aromas and flavors, and a bold,...
The Klopp Ranch bottling, year to year, is one of my favorites from the Merry Edwards winery. There’s a damp earth vibe that I...
This winery is on a roll at the moment, and this Pinot Noir keeps the momentum going. Lively red fruit, rhubarb, cola and dry...
Regulations require that Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily’s only DOCG wine, be made from a blend of Nero d’Avola (50-70%) and Frappato. Gulfi, one of...
Trapet Père et Fils, one of the great growers based in Gevery-Chambertin, makes outstanding wines from that village and neighboring villages, such as Marsannay. ...
Though the 2017 vintage in Burgundy was stylistically inconsistent for reds, the white Burgundies were generally better and more consistent. And that’s true for...
Ballot Millot, a small grower based in Meursault, makes a consistently good line-up of Burgundy, both red and white. With the prices of Burgundy...
The wines from Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG are powerful and tannic red wines that need years, if not a decade, to be ready to drink. ...
A meticulously clean Sauvignon Blanc from Saint Clair Family Estate founders, Neal and Judy Ibbotson, who are notably among Marlborough’s pioneer winegrowers. Sourced from...
Noted for a commitment to responsible and sustainable vineyard management, Montinore has a range of organic and biodynamic offerings. This Pinot blend includes three...
Everything here is nicely balanced, beginning with the rush of mixed berry flavors with a spiced oak chaser. Soft tannins and modest acidity complete...