Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Hands down one of the top two or three producers in the state in terms of quality, Spottswoode once again brings us a stellar...
Morgan’s crisp, clean 2016 Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most refreshing young wines of the new year. With notes of lemon grass,...
Winemaker Jeff Gaffner has a knack for making Pinot Noir with a seductively floral nose. The 2015 Soberanes is an excellent example. A...
Just another edgy Pinot Noir from the Gap’s Crown Vineyard in the Sonoma Coast AVA. Ho hum. In reality, it’s anything but. The...
Nickel & Nickel’s Hayne Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a remarkably complex red that exhibits both red- and black-fruit characteristics. On the nose there...
This hefty Pinot from EnRoute is rich and powerful, with layered black- and red-fruit aromas, a touch of earthy forest floor and notes...
Carmel Road’s inexpensive "Monterey" line of Pinot Noir from the 2015 vintage is yet another example of a large winery taking advantage of...
Though not as rich and concentrated as the previous vintage, the 2016 Dark Knight is a seductive wine, soft on the palate and...
Brancaia’s inexpensive Super Tuscan, Tre, combines the indigenous Sangiovese grape with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, both of which do well on the steep...
Those used to the bold, sassy Malbec from the southern hemisphere will find a surprise in this bottle, where a more subtle glass awaits. ...
A dependable expression of the peppery side of Carmenere, this vintage delivers once again, with a little softer pepper presentation, letting the blackberry and...
Winemaker Tim Slater continues to impress with Pinot Noir from this unusual site. A blend of clones 667, 777 and 115, this wine accomplishes...