Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Paul Lukacs
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August 2, 2016
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A beautiful expression of Syrah, with rustic leathery flavors supporting primary red and black fruit ones, an evocative bouquet, and a long, lingering finish. ...
Robert Whitley
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August 2, 2016
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Clayhouse remains a relatively obscure California treasure, though it is well-known and respected in the Central Coast. This vintage of Petite Sirah from Clayhouse...
Robert Whitley
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August 2, 2016
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Piccini’s 2015 Chianti is classic, showing tart black cherry fruit and dusty tannins with mouth-puckering acidity that will soften over time. It’s a Chianti...
Rich Cook
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August 2, 2016
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I’ve been waiting eagerly for the 2012 Cabernets from Duckhorn, and this is a fine opening salvo. Bright ripe berry fruit, some lively brushy...
Rich Cook
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August 2, 2016
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If you’ve tried some of the "dark red blend" wines that have found sudden popularity, but found them too sweet for your liking, give...
Paul Lukacs
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August 2, 2016
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How nice to taste a New World Pinot Noir that is not sappy or sweet. How nice too to find that it costs less...
Rich Cook
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August 2, 2016
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A new winery to me, and they are right out of the chute with a solid, value priced Cabernet that is sure to please. ...
Rich Cook
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August 2, 2016
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Duckhorn gives the Howell Mountain bottling and extra year in the barrel before releasing it with the rest of their Cabernet line, no doubt...
Rich Cook
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August 2, 2016
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This is the second Pinot Noir I’ve tasted from this vineyard in as many weeks, and I’m as impressed by it as I was...
Michael Franz
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July 26, 2016
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The spectacular success of the Rocche Dell’Annunziata cru in the village of La Morra extended so broadly that even producers who have escaped my...
Marguerite Thomas
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July 26, 2016
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Fruit carries the tune here, with a faint background chorus of spice and earthiness. It’s a friendly and flavorful California Pinot Noir with generous,...
Marguerite Thomas
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July 26, 2016
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With cherries and red berries galore, plus soft floral elements and a whisper of summery sage, this Tuscan wine shimmers brightly on the palate...