Wine Reviews
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This puts the classic back in Classico. The name of Soave has been diminished over the years by high volume production from lesser vineyard...
This is a bold, fleshy blend of Bordeaux varieties and a touch of Syrah that will please fans of hot rod Napa Cabernet. ...
This Sauvignon Blanc from Paso Robles’ sub-appellation Santa Margarita Ranch is an all-about-the-citrus bottling, with soft touches of guava, stone and melon adding interest,...
This bottle from one of my favorite producers recently got on my radar at one of my favorite restaurants, where the list price made...
Textbook violet aromas burst from this glass, accompanied by dark fruits — plum, black cherry and blackberry. Rustic tannins hold everything tightly together, with...
Acumen’s Attelas Vineyard is a 32 acre site on Atlas Peak with a northwest exposure that makes for a brighter, more red fruit driven...
Talk about racy acidity! I’d describe this wine as a black cherry, blueberry and blood orange beauty, with bright leafy herb and brown spice...
This 2014 is a big improvement over the previous vintage, with complementary rather than overt green tones joining deep blackberry, black cherry, gentle pepper...
The flagship wine of a truly outstanding portfolio, and one worthy of the title. This vintage shows an elegant rusticity that will unfold over...
With its sturdy blackberry and raspberry flavors backed up by subtle spice and a good, dry finish, this is an altogether engaging Zinfandel. While...
The “12” on the label indicates twelve months in a combination of French and American oak. There’s plenty of oak character here to enhance...
The wines from Castello di Meleto need to be re-visited because the current releases deliver extraordinary pleasure for the price. This marvelous Chianti Classico...