Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
Linda Murphy
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June 23, 2015
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This new release, made by Van Staaveren and with Cabral participating in blending, has subtle caramel oak framing the deliciously bright, lively red cherry...
Linda Murphy
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June 23, 2015
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The inviting floral and cherry pie nose leads to a palate of vivid black cherry and raspberry fruit that’s very bright, juicy and mouthwatering,...
Rich Cook
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June 23, 2015
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This wine has a substantial fan base, and with good reason. It’s priced right, and this vintage is reined in nicely, delivering bright blackberry...
Linda Murphy
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June 23, 2015
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Weighing in at just 12.9% alcohol, this wine has earthy forest floor, black olive and vanillin notes on the nose. Ultra-smooth tannins, plump black...
Linda Murphy
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June 23, 2015
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Grapes from the Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard on the Sonoma Coast give this wine its layered black cherry, dark plum and Asian spice notes. ...
Robert Whitley
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June 23, 2015
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When it comes to bang for the buck, Talbott’s ‘Logan’ series is a reliable bet. The Logan Pinot, an estate wine from Talbott’s famed...
Robert Whitley
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June 23, 2015
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J. Lohr’s 2014 Valdiguie is a serious candidate for best summer picnic wine, but not for the reason you might expect. Often likened to...
Michael Apstein
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June 16, 2015
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Though the Hautes Côtes de Nuits, the higher, less well-situated land just west of the Côte d’Or, is a rather down-market appellation, it can...
Robert Whitley
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May 26, 2015
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Dandelion wines are brilliantly made and modestly priced. The Lionheart of the Barossa is a beautiful example of juicy, ripe Aussie Shiraz, showing intense...
Michael Apstein
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June 16, 2015
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From the first whiff, this typical Rhône blend (Grenache [43%], Syrah [34%], Mourvèdre [15%] and Counoise) is immediately engaging. It delivers a seamless combination...
Michael Apstein
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June 16, 2015
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Talbott Vineyards has been one of the leaders in Pinot Noir in Santa Lucia Highlands with their wines from their Sleepy Hollow Vineyard. The...
Rich Cook
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June 16, 2015
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Fruit for this wine is sourced from Raptor Ridge’s Tuscowallame vineyard, and it delivers serious Oregon elegance, with cherry, earth, sage and soft oak...