Wine Reviews
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Delicious Shiraz that really benefits from the addition of 5% Riesling. That small amount of white wine helps pop the aromatics open and adds...
Donnafugata, one of the top producers on that island, makes a floral wine from Frappato, an indigenous Sicilian variety. Light-bodied, it exudes charm and...
This wine exemplifies the confusion surrounding Burgundy. The vineyard, Blanchot, is divided into two parts, Blanchot Dessus (dessus means “upper”) and Blanchot Dessous (dessous...
The 2016 vintage in Burgundy was plagued by calamitous weather causing significantly reduced yields in many locales and more than normal variability in quality...
Soave, when sampled at its best, is a delicious, juicy floral and attractive white wine with surprising depth and nuance. Although much of the...
The Crus of Beaujolais, although clearly gaining in popularity, remain one of the best bargains in the wine world. A good example from one...
Chablis is perhaps the most distinctive of all Chardonnay wines. Drawn from well-sited slopes on the famous Kimmeridgian soils of the village, Chablis combines...
The highly regarded winemaking consultant Bob Pepi has made this wine since its inception compiled an impressive track record over more than a decade. ...
Xynomavro is the premier red grape of Naoussa, in the Macedonia region of northern Greece. It is made in a variety of styles, but...
This Pinot Noir offers multiple layers of flavor led by dark cherry and spice. Other plusses include good acidity, hints of orange zest, and...
This is a Sauvignon Blanc that is refreshing rather than astringent. When Mondavi Fumé Blanc was introduced in the 1960 it came with a...
This rich, red wine is very aromatic and is nicely balanced between fruit and spice. The tannins are firm and the finish reasonably long. ...