Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Robert Whitley
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January 10, 2017
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This Tuscan property has been on a roll in recent vintages, so 2013 is just another in a string of successes. The Riserva exhibits...
Michael Apstein
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January 3, 2017
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Navarra, a wine region in northern Spain, is best known for its Garnacha-based rosado.  With its proximity to Rioja (indeed, a part of Rioja...
Marguerite Thomas
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January 10, 2017
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What a maelstrom of luscious scents and tastes one falls into with The Huntsman!  Quiver with delight as you inhale the rich bouquet of...
Rich Cook
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January 10, 2017
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Roederer brings us another serious bargain in a vintage tete de cuvee styled sparkler — it’s priced competitive with most non-vintage Champagne, and it’s...
Wayne Belding
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January 10, 2017
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The house of Chartogne-Taillet makes a range of splendid Champagnes.  One of their most unusual and intriguing is the Les Barres Extra Brut.  While...
Rich Cook
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January 10, 2017
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Adelsheim’s entry level Pinot shows a true Oregon profile, with tart cherry fruit and dusty dry earth minerality aromas and flavors, and cool climate...
Marguerite Thomas
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January 10, 2017
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With its readily approachable fruitiness and vivacious personality Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Cabernet Sauvignon is enticing as well as affordable.  From its dark purple color,...
Marguerite Thomas
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January 10, 2017
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Brick red, bold, and brimming with gutsy aromas and flavor, this inexpensive Chilean Pinot also shows refinement and balance.  Look for gradations of dried...
Marguerite Thomas
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January 10, 2017
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Ruby red in color, light and silky in texture, bright and nuanced in flavor, this is a remarkably well balanced Oregon Pinot.  Hints of...
Michael Apstein
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January 10, 2017
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Chateau du Basty, situated a stone’s throw from Régnié and Morgon, two of the Beaujolais cru, has been in the same family since 1482...
Rich Cook
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January 10, 2017
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I just happened to be listening to a recording of Puccini’s famous "Nessun Dorma" while tasting this wine, and right at the climax of...
Rich Cook
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January 10, 2017
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Spend some time with the nose here — it’s quite layered, with initial bold damp earth and dried herbs giving way to deep cherry...