Wine Reviews
An archive of all wine reviews
The proprietary name “Spire” refers to hilltop sections of the Tai Vineyard in Carneros. It’s a "bold side” expression of Pinot Noir, with sturdy...
A recent visit to Esporão in the heart of the Alentejo region of Portugal revealed this new vintage of the Reserva red, and it’s...
The clonal mix really shines in this Steve Rogstad shepherded Chardonnay. Think “hedonistic” when looking at the proprietary name — it’s on the bold...
The Wagner family of Napa Valley was one of the pioneers at producing a variety of quality wines from the Monterey Valley, specifically Santa...
Bousquet is known for heralding the winery’s organic farming and for its affordable wines. The “Ameri” line is its premier label for its most...
The Champagnes from the house of Palmer are all very generous in flavor and richness, and my personal opinion is that only an ideologue...
Mavrotragano is a rare Greek red grape. It is grown mostly on the Aegean Island of Santorini where it comprises only about four percent...
The 2022 Belleruche Côtes du Rhône Blanc from Chapoutier offers the combination of liveliness and depth that makes it a versatile companion for many...
The top estates of Bordeaux have crafted universally fine wines in 2020 and the Léoville-Barton ranks among the best. Given the current pricing for...
Chénas, the smallest of the ten named villages of Beaujolais, typically produces dark wines, like this one, that combine minerality and fruitiness. This Chénas...
Washington has produced some of my favorite Syrahs in the U.S. They showcase powerful fruit with big, structured bodies. This single-plot sourced Syrah delivers...
Designated in 2020, Royal Slope continues to grow in popularity for niche Washington winemakers like Structure Cellars. This Cabernet Franc is sourced from a...