Wine Reviews
Michael Apstein
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June 8, 2010
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Although less well-known than the more famous Chianti Classico subzone, the Chianti Rufina subzone is home to some stellar producers, including Selvapiana. Made from...
Michael Apstein
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June 8, 2010
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As a former winemaker for Penfolds in charge of Grange, their iconic Shiraz, Daryl Groom should know something about that varietal. And judging by...
Michael Apstein
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June 1, 2010
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Agiorgitiko, Greece’s second most widely planted grape, is the only one allowed in Nemea, an appellation on the Peloponnese, west of Athens. Although the...
Michael Franz
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June 1, 2010
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This is a very solid Cabernet that is true to its Chilean origins, showing a lightly herbal, cedar edge to the dark berry and...
Michael Franz
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May 25, 2010
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This wine wasn’t particularly prepossessing to look at, in light of its broad appellation and inexpensive looking, flat-bottomed bottle. But the wine offers terrific...
Gerald D. Boyd
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May 25, 2010
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Zin fans like to say there are two basic styles of Zinfandel: the so-called claret or Bordeaux style and the lush, fruity, slightly jammy...
Gerald D. Boyd
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May 25, 2010
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Lagrein is indigenous to the South Tyrol and this example, grown in the gravelly soils near Bolzano is a very good representative. Deep purple-ruby...
Michael Franz
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May 25, 2010
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Wine writers rarely use the word “smooth” to describe wines, but that is a term of endearment for many consumers. If you are a...
Paul Lukacs
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May 25, 2010
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A Rhône-style blend, with a dollop of Cabernet as well, this is an exciting, full-bodied red with deep, dark flavors–including, yes, hints or echoes...
Robert Whitley
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May 25, 2010
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Everything about the Logan Pinot from Talbott is slightly over the top, particularly the 15.1 stated alcohol, but I must give the devil his...
Gerald D. Boyd
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May 18, 2010
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Characteristic Morgon beefy texture and weight, with lovely floral and forward berry aromas and delicious flavors, layered with a hint of cassis. This is...
Gerald D. Boyd
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May 18, 2010
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Chiroubles is considered the most feminine of the crus. This 2009 from Duboeuf has a deep purple-ruby color, medium bouquet of ripe dark fruits...