Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews

G.D. Vajra, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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Aside from being one of the most delicious of the 2011 Barolo wines, this is also among the very most admirable in stylistic terms,...
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Buried Cane, Columbia Valley (Washington) Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Rich Cook
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June 14, 2016
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How nice to be able to recommend a Cabernet Sauvignon at this price!  It’s got what you want from the variety — blackberry, black...
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Cascina Adelaide, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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I often come away from wines from this producer thinking they are a bit too woody to respect the terrific vineyards owned by the...
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Paolo Manzone, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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I chose to visit this (energetic, engaging and innovative) producer in 2016 based on how well his 2011 wines showed in the 2015 Nebbiolo...
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Marziano Abbona, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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Marziano Abbona has made this vineyard sing every year of late, and 2011 certainly shows no break in that streak.  Balsamic and floral aromatic...
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Pecchenino, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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This producer was most famous for years for excellent renderings of Dolcetto from the Dogliani district, but a move into Barolo with purchases of...
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Sobrero, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 14, 2016
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I have not followed this producer’s wines closely in past years, but this wine will put an end to that.  Among the most vibrant...
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Oak Farm Vineyards, Lodi (California) 2014
Rich Cook
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June 7, 2016
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Tievoli means "I Love It" according to the label on the bottle, and you’ll probably love it too if you’re inclined toward a fleshy...
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Ventana Vineyards, Arroyo Seco (Monterey County, California) 2014
Michael Franz
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June 7, 2016
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Blended from 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this is just about as delicious and delightful a rendering of a southern Rhône-style wine from California...
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Castello Banfi, Toscana Rosso IGT (Tuscany, Italy) 2011
Michael Franz
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June 7, 2016
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The whole “Super-Tuscan” category has been bastardized by lower end-wines that are juked up with cellar tricks, but with that said…there are wines that...
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Oak Grove, California (USA) Petite Sirah 2014
Rich Cook
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June 7, 2016
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Looking for a bright, spicy red for what you’ve got left in your wallet?  This is ready to join your burger grilling adventures this...
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Mr. Riggs, McLaren Vale (Australia) 2014
Rich Cook
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June 7, 2016
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Wanna take an inexpensive trip to the dark side?  Blackberry, tar, oak toast and spice all mingle throughout the proceedings, with an emphasis on...
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