Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Marguerite Thomas
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April 24, 2018
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 Pour yourself a glass of this attractive and affordable little Zinfandel and savor the fruity aromas backed by delicate floral nuances.  On the palate...
Paul Lukacs
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April 17, 2018
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 A medium-bodied Pinot Gris, with peachy fruit enhanced by a peppery note and impressive length, this is very much a fish or seafood wine. ...
Paul Lukacs
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April 17, 2018
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 Apple and pear fruit come to the fore, with citrus notes providing acidity and intriguing hints of tea and spice extending into the finish. ...
Paul Lukacs
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April 17, 2018
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 Clean and fresh, with a salty note on the mid-palate, and a long, dry finish.  This wine should be great with seafood. 

Paul Lukacs
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April 17, 2018
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 A fantastic value.  Crisp and very lively, with a racy edge coupled with a soothing finish, this Pinot Grigio does what woefully few northern...
Marguerite Thomas
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April 17, 2018
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  If only more Sauvignon Blancs from California successfully achieved this fine balance between the grape’s dual nature of acid-driven citrus flavors (especially lime...
Marguerite Thomas
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April 17, 2018
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 An unusual wine, “Upshot” is made from Zinfandel (44%), Merlot (29%), Malbec (15%), Petit Verdot (7%), and Riesling (5%).  With a flavor profile led...
Rich Cook
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April 17, 2018
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 A unique and wildly tropical expression, with forward pineapple and guava aromas that come through clearly as palate flavors.  A stony streak joins in...
Rich Cook
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April 17, 2018
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 A solid expression of brambly fruit, fall spice and black pepper that rides the center line of Zinfandel possibility.  A nice citric pop in...
Rich Cook
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April 17, 2018
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 A nose that is one of the great announcements of location in the wine world lets you know what you’re dealing with right off,...
Rich Cook
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April 17, 2018
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 This is a generous Barbera, where the acidity is tamed nicely without going soft, helping cherry and blueberry fruit to show richness and full...
Rich Cook
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April 17, 2018
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 Another vintage of this delightful bargain wine from a Jed Steele sub-label is worth seeking out.  Known as Lemberger in some circles, this native...