Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews

Georges Duboeuf, Cote-de-Brouilly (Beaujolais, France) 2015
Robert Whitley
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December 6, 2016
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Lighter and leaner than other wines from this superb vintage, this is a mineral-driven Beaujolais that is a good prospect to improve over the...
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Georges Duboeuf, Brouilly (Beaujolais, France) 2015
Robert Whitley
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December 6, 2016
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 Intense red-fruited palate with modest tannins and a long, persistent finish. This is a gutsy Beaujolais cru that can stand up to strong flavors...
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Georges Duboeuf, Chiroubles (Burgundy, France) 2015
Robert Whitley
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December 6, 2016
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Wonderful floral note, with hints of raspberry and an elegant mouthfeel. This cru is one of the most refined and delicate of the 10...
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Georges Duboeuf, Beaujolais Villages (Burgundy, France) 2015
Robert Whitley
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December 6, 2016
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Dark color with a broad, expansive palate and supple tannins. Richer and more structured than a typical Beaujolais Villages. A mouth-filling, satisfying red that...
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Georges Duboeuf, Moulin-a-Vent (Beaujolais, France) 2015
Robert Whitley
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December 6, 2016
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Meaty and bold without sacrificing elegance, with intense red and black fruits and a touch of wood spice, this is perhaps the most sophisticated...
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J. Lohr, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) 2013
Michael Apstein
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December 6, 2016
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J. Lohr makes three Bordeaux-like Cuvées, “PAU,” “St. E” and “POM” inspired by the blend typical for those appellations, Pauillac, St. Estephe and Pomerol.  ...
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Duckhorn, Howell Mountain (Napa Valley, California) 2012
Rich Cook
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December 6, 2016
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This bottling from Duckhorn is usually held the longest each year prior to release.  I’m guessing that the reasoning is to allow the more...
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LJ Crafted Wines, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2015
Rich Cook
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December 6, 2016
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Sit down — this is going to take a minute to explain.  Last week I was invited to an press opening of a new...
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Pali Wine Co., Sonoma Coast (California) Pinot Noir 2014
Rich Cook
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December 6, 2016
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Pali is trailblazing a new/old business model in the industry.  Their production facility in Lompoc fills three tasting rooms (including ones in Santa Barbara...
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Franciscan, Napa Valley (California) 2013
Rich Cook
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December 6, 2016
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I’m a long time fan of this wine — it’s been turning heads since the mid-eighties, and this is another fine showing.  Built for...
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Ancient Peaks, Santa Margarita Ranch (Paso Robles, California) Merlot 2014
Rich Cook
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December 6, 2016
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I continue to be encouraged by the trend toward the de-Cabernization of Merlot — where the grape is allowed to show its true colors...
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Tablas Creek, Paso Robles (California) 2014
Marguerite Thomas
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December 6, 2016
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This well balanced wine is bright and broad on the palate, with hints of blueberry, other red and black fruits, and a savory tug...
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