Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Paul Lukacs
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June 20, 2017
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One sometimes hears that the best Beaujolais from crus like Morgon or Moulin-a-Vent taste like red Burgundies.  That’s simply not true in my experience. ...
Marguerite Thomas
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May 9, 2017
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The vines are centuries old.  The color of the wine is deep and inviting.  The aromas and flavors are lush and complex, offering layers...
Marguerite Thomas
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June 20, 2017
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This irresistible rosé (made from 95% Mencia and 5% Godello) is bursting with fresh ripe fruit counterbalanced by bouncy acidity.  Its most distinguishing —...
Robert Whitley
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June 20, 2017
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Vietti was among the first vintners in the Piedmont region to craft an Arneis that was a commercial success. Piemonte is first and foremost...
Marguerite Thomas
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June 20, 2017
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With medium weight and a flavor profile dominated by refreshing mixed berries, silky tannins define the finish.  Relatively low in alcohol (13.5%) this is...
Marguerite Thomas
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June 20, 2017
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Deeply colored, very aromatic and satisfyingly fruity, this red blend (Malbec 60%, Cabernet Franc 40%) from Argentina has a lot going for it.  Soft...
Robert Whitley
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June 20, 2017
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Goldeneye’s mastery of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is on full display with this vintage from the Confluence Vineyard. There is a saying in Burgundy...
Rich Cook
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June 20, 2017
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A big boy with a lively mix of all the berry colors, with pepper, dill and vanilla joining in the fun, all carried the...
Rich Cook
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June 20, 2017
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Now that’s a snootful of berry pie!  Here’s a wine that’s ready to drink, and it shows the ripe side of the variety on...
Michael Apstein
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June 13, 2017
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Prà, one of Soave’s top producers and one of those responsible for the region’s renaissance, makes several Soave.  Their top wine is from a...
Michael Apstein
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June 13, 2017
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It seems as though everything with bubbles is now called Prosecco.  And not just in the U.S.  I’ve ordered Prosecco in Italy, have been...
Rich Cook
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June 20, 2017
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A crowd-pleasing style that features peach, lemon crème, bright acidity and a medium long finish that brings a tart pineapple note forward.  This will...