Wine Reviews

An archive of all wine reviews
Michael Apstein
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February 23, 2016
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 What a bargain!  This blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%), and Merlot has a charming rusticity amplified by uplifting Italian acidity.  The blend...
Michael Apstein
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February 23, 2016
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Tenute Silvio Nardi has vineyards in the northwest and southeast section of the Brunello di Montalcino zone.  In addition to their two outstanding single-vineyard...
Michael Apstein
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February 23, 2016
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Hanzell, one of the pioneers in California with Pinot Noir, sometimes gets lost among the hoopla of the bolder wines made from that grape. ...
Michael Apstein
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February 23, 2016
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Puglia’s Nero di Troia grape is a hidden gem.  Another ancient export from Greece, Nero di Troia (Black from Troy) delivers a winsome combination...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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bright red-fruit and root beer nose draws you in, and dry, brambly peppery palate keeps you around in this Paso Robles Primitivo.  Grilling season...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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I’m a real fan of this grape, and while I wish there was more of it available as a stand-alone variety, I’m certainly glad...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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Rodney Strong is on a serious roll right now, and this is a budget friendly winner in their portfolio.  It shows its Sonoma origin,...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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Here’s a big, reductive wine that needs a long time to air out, but it’s certainly worth the wait.  Classic blackberry, currant, brown spice,...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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A surprise from Southern Oregon, where there are more and more exciting wines being produced.  This Bordeaux-inspired blend delivers the goods, and you’ll be...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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This grape in this locale is producing a completely different style of wine than it does in its native Piedmont, but that doesn’t mean...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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Talk about a mouth-watering wine!  Aromas of lemon zest and dry earth ride above subtle cherry, strawberry and spice.  There’s acidity to beat the...
Rich Cook
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February 23, 2016
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A fleshy, bold expression of Sangiovese, with bright acidity supporting a ripe, concentrated mouthful of cherry, cinnamon and a touch of sage.  It’s long...