Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
I’m not big on conspiracy theories… aside from this one. A blend of Zinfandel and Syrah, this shows very expressive red berry fruit that...
Merlot is staging a significant comeback after years of derision in the wake of Sideways (much of it deserved on account of the diluted...
This convincing rendition of Sangiovese shows lots of character derived from light spice notes, a leathery undertone, and a little whiff of wood, all...
Like many Argentinean wines made under the watchful eye of Paul Hobbs, this Malbec proves seductive because of its enticing soft, supple texture. If...
Winemaker Mike Sinor nails this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Malbec to the small wall of hedonistic wines that go...
Yet another in a long line of classic Napa Valley elegance bottlings from Smith-Madrone. Certainly a benchmark of Spring Mountain District, and so delicious...
If you’ve ever been faced with the dilemma of deciding whether a Pinot Noir or a Cabernet Sauvignon is the right thing to serve...
Here is a super-Tuscan at a nice price that over-delivers quality. Though it’s the "second wine" of the house, there’s nothing secondary about it...
A bold, ripe blend of Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon that will please palates that appreciate weight and depth. Blackberry pie, soft...
From the Jed Steele line, this juicy, fruit-forward expression of Malbec is long on blackberry, black cherry and spice, with mouth filling texture and...
An unconventional, limited edition blend of Tempranillo, Grenache, Mourvedre and Tannat, this wine tastes seamless and satisfying. It offers primarily red plum, cherry and...
Sourced from coastal vineyards in multiple regions, this wine offers excellent value. At a time when most under $20 Pinot Noirs taste excessively sappy...