Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews

Maison Louis Jadot, Beaune 1er Cru (Burgundy, France) 2013
Michael Apstein
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October 4, 2016
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The 2013 vintage in Burgundy was difficult because rain during the harvest had the potential to swell the grapes, diluting them and the wine. ...
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Milieaux, North Coast (California) 2015
Rich Cook
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September 27, 2016
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Sometimes blending varieties that don’t typically get together produces something delicious, showing the talent of the winemaker as an artist.  This fine mix of...
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Ledson, Sonoma Valley (California) 2013
Rich Cook
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September 27, 2016
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A thoroughly enjoyable blend of 60% Syrah, 30% Mourvedre and 10% Grenache.  It’s on the savory side, with meat and leafy notes taking center...
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Cameron Hughes, Pacines (Central Coast, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Rich Cook
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September 27, 2016
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Some real values are making themselves known at the 2016 Sommelier Challenge.  This $15 wine drinks way above its low price, showing correct Cabernet...
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Ravenswood, Napa Valley (California) Zinfandel 2013
Marguerite Thomas
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October 4, 2016
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The alchemy of rich flavors and fragrances in this vintage of Dickerson Zinfandel are irresistible.  For starters there’s a flourish of mint, a wisp...
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Pascual Toso, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2012
Marguerite Thomas
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October 4, 2016
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Beefy, perfumy, redolent of spice and dark chocolate threaded through a tapestry of ripe fruit, this is a wine that has elegance as well...
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Duckhorn, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Franc 2013
Paul Lukacs
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October 4, 2016
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Wonderfully (and seductively) aromatic, with a floral perfume that fairly leaps out of glass, compelling you to take a sip, this has to be...
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Robert Mondavi, Oakville (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Robert Whitley
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October 4, 2016
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 The richness and flavor intensity are pure Oakville, a district within the Napa Valley that delivers complex, layered cabernet sauvignon almost on command. Robert...
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Matanzas Creek, Sonoma County (California) Merlot 2013
Robert Whitley
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October 4, 2016
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 At one time, believe it or not, there was a merlot craze and Matanzas Creek was near the head of the pack of producers...
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Chateau La Nerthe, Chateauneuf-du-Pape (France) 2012
Robert Whitley
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October 4, 2016
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 One thing I’ve learned about La Nerthe over the years is that it’s generally better at 10 than it is at 4. So if...
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Thornton Winery, Temecula Valley (California) Cabernet Franc 2014
Rich Cook
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September 27, 2016
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The grapes for this wine come from the De Luz area west of Interstate 15, and you can bet that they’ll be more vineyards...
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McKenzie-Mueller, Napa Valley (California) Petit Verdot 2012
Rich Cook
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September 27, 2016
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More and more varietally labeled Petit Verdot is showing up in California, and this wine explains the trend.  There’s real depth here, with primary...
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