Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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Sokol Blosser’s Dundee Hills effort from the 2012 vintage will appeal to those who favor earthy Pinots. This one shows notes of forest floor...
Rich Cook
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August 25, 2015
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The high altitude vineyards of Uco Valley (yes, that sounds strange to me, too) have a propensity for pungently peppery Malbec, and it shows...
Rich Cook
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August 25, 2015
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This is a menthol minty fresh Malbec from one of Delicato’s labels, and it succeeds in being a lively, easy to drink red that...
Rich Cook
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August 25, 2015
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Sawtooth is quietly but firmly putting Idaho on the map with wines like this wallet-friendly Syrah. It’s got a depth and elegance rarely seen...
Michael Apstein
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August 25, 2015
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Wines from premier cru vineyards in from Beaune, especially from top producers, such as Louis Jadot, while not cheap, remain a relative bargain for...
Paul Lukacs
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August 25, 2015
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A blend of primarily Merlot and Cabernet Franc, so modeled on wines from Bordeaux’s right bank, this wine tastes soft and rich, with red...
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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The 2012 Lange Reserve is a beautifully balanced example of Oregon Pinot, with lush, forward raspberry and blueberry fruit, hints of spice and an...
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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Rich and layered, with impressive dimension, the St. Innocent Pinot from Freedom Hill Vineyard is a crowd-pleaser, with ripe dark-fruit character, supple tannins and...
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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Piccini’s straight-up Chianti DOCG is a good effort with an entry level wine. It shows good weight and depth, with notes of black cherry...
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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Chehalem’s 2012 Reserve exhibits a nuanced nose of violets, crushed red berry fruit and spice. On the palate it is supple and lush without...
Robert Whitley
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August 25, 2015
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Deep, dark and rich, the 2012 REX HILL delivers ripe flavors of blackberry, black raspberry and blueberry. Though muscular and powerful, it’s well balanced...
Michael Apstein
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August 25, 2015
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This refined Pinot Noir focuses on ripe, but not jammy, fruit flavors complemented by subtle spice and enough savory nuances to keep it interesting. ...