Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Robert Whitley
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November 8, 2016
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Although best known for its superb sparkling wines, J is just as adept at still table wines, producing excellent pinot gris and pinot noir...
Rich Cook
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November 8, 2016
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A classic example of what dry farmed Zinfandel can be. This wine comes from estate vineyard blocks planted as long ago as 1880 and...
Rich Cook
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November 8, 2016
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A plush, ready to drink Cabernet that focuses on ripe berry and sweet oak spice, with touches of menthol, oak char and chocolate adding...
Robert Whitley
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November 8, 2016
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This eclectic pinot from Sonoma-Cutrer’s VH Vineyards shows an intriguing note of coffee that morphs into a deep black-cherry layer on the palate. With...
Rich Cook
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November 8, 2016
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A friendly, juicy quaffer that smells purple — perhaps not a technical descriptor, but a fitting one nonetheless. It tastes great and it’s a...
Michael Apstein
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November 1, 2016
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With the prices of Burgundy going through the roof, it’s always a delight to find authentic red Burgundy, especially from the revered Côte de...
Marguerite Thomas
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November 1, 2016
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Amethyst-purple, with savory cherry, blueberry and pomegranate flavors, this Pinot’s appropriately soft texture is supported by mellow tannins and refreshing acidity. And it’s always...
Marguerite Thomas
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November 1, 2016
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Inky dark in color, this wine teems with the ripe fruitiness of a sunny climate, and the spice of American oak further heightens its...
Rich Cook
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November 1, 2016
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Winemaker Janet Myers scores with this beautiful Reserve. It’s straddling fence between rustic and refined, with the best elements of both coming together in...
Rich Cook
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November 1, 2016
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A solid example of Paso Robles’ potential for fruit-driven Cabernet Sauvignon. Lively blackberry, vanilla, raspberry and plum are joined by cocoa and spice in...
Rich Cook
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November 1, 2016
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Carmenere can fall into the "acquired taste" category for us North Americans — it typically starts out green and dirty on a pop and...
Michael Apstein
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November 1, 2016
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Village Burgundians, those wines made from vineyards that are not classified as Premier or Grand Cru, are often overlooked. Burgundy collectors typically scramble to...