Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Rich Cook
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February 19, 2019
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 A subtle wintergreen mint note gets my attention at nosing, and it joins bold black fruit flavors and spice on the palate.  Don’t let...
Rich Cook
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February 19, 2019
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 A late arrival shows that the trip was worthwhile in this tasty glass of Cabernet Sauvignon that arrived for judging just in the nick...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 This Petite shows lots of power and depth, but doesn’t dish out a lot of punishment while displaying its depth and intensity.  The oak...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 This juicy, sweet red will really come into its own as temperatures rise during the months ahead, and I can easily imagine a crowd...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 It is no secret among my colleagues at Wine Review Online that I’m not a big fan of Zinfandel, but this is the sort...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 This wine is a bit of a throwback in terms of style, with lots of smoky, vanillin oak on the nose, a rich palate...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 A textbook rendition of Marlborough Sauvignon, this shows lots of aromatic expressiveness without being overbearing in its grassy, capsicum, citrus-driven profile.  Similarly, the palate...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 Tannat leans toward the rough and rustic end of the vinous spectrum on its own, and when there’s a notable element of brettanomyces in...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 A fine Pinot that shows nice delicacy and the capacity to get even better with another year or two in bottle, this is a...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 This venerable property continues to crank out some very fine wines, and great values too, as in this case.  Open fruit recalling blackberries and...
Michael Franz
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February 19, 2019
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 This is an excellent Napa Cabernet Sauvignon that provides plenty of power and pleasure without pushing anything over the top.  The color is deep...
Robert Whitley
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February 19, 2019
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 Winemaker Bob Pepi has a long string of successful vintages with this Petite Sirah and the 2016 is another beauty.  Darkly colored, floral and...