Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Robert Whitley
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May 16, 2017
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Deviate is a departure for Dutton Goldfield, which generally specializes in single-vineyard wines. This is the second vintage for Deviate, which combines the grapes...
Paul Lukacs
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May 16, 2017
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Deep, dark and delicious, this blend of primarily Grenache and Carignan avoids the excessive heat and over-ripeness that can mar some reds from Priorat. ...
Michael Apstein
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May 16, 2017
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Anyone who doubts that Beaujolais can excite needs to taste Château des Jacques’ 2015 trio of Morgon, Fleurie and Moulin-à-Vent, three of the 10...
Rich Cook
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May 16, 2017
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Named simply for its vineyard source, this blend of 70% Mourvedre and 30% Grenache is bold, dark and spicy, featuring tar, black cherry, pepper...
Robert Whitley
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May 16, 2017
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Pinot Blanc is a popular white grape in France’s Alsace region, but it usually doesn’t translate well to California. The Dutton Goldfield is the...
Michael Apstein
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May 16, 2017
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This Moulin à Vent combines the best of Fleurie and Morgon.  It’s remarkably fresh and approachable with juicy fruitiness and deep mineral-like flavors.  You...
Michael Apstein
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May 16, 2017
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A harmonious blend of Nero d’Avola (60%) and Frappato, Planeta consistently makes an excellent example of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily’s sole DOCG wine.  The...
Michael Apstein
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May 16, 2017
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Axel Heinz, Ornellaia’s winemaker, described 2014 as a vintage that was “challenging for reds.”  He continued, “One thing we can rely on in Bolgheri...
Rich Cook
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May 16, 2017
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Here is a grand expression of Maraschino cherry fruit lurking underneath rich damp earth and brown spice.  Take a nice slow draft on the...
Rich Cook
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May 9, 2017
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Rombauer moved to a Stelvin closure for the first time with this vintage of Sauvignon Blanc — a no-brainer in my book.  This vintage...
Robert Whitley
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May 9, 2017
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The 23 Barrels are a special selection by consulting winemaker Paul Hobbs, who is something of a legend in Argentina (and California as well)....
Robert Whitley
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May 9, 2017
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Cabernet Sauvignon in Argentina is generally overshadowed by Malbec, but there are exceptions. The Pascual Toso Alta Cabernet is an example of one particularly...