| 2019 |
Ilurce |
Graciano 'Rio Mazos' |
Bright violet-red in the glass, this wine has a nose of cherry and raspberry, with a touch of orange blossom. A soft floral note shows on the palate as well, along with sleek tannins and flavors of black cherry, cassis, milk chocolate, clove and violet that linger into a floral-scented finish. Hidden Gem. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2019 |
Sierra Salinas |
Monastrell 'Mira Salinas' |
A nose of purple fig, ground coffee and dark chocolate sets the stage for flavors of blackberry preserves, clove, violet and espresso. Plush tannins and a lingering, spicy finish add to the appeal. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2020 |
Morgan |
Cotes du Crows' Monterey |
This is a smashing deal every vintage, and this year’s blend of 58% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 4% Mourvèdre and 3% Tempranillo doesn’t disappoint. Fresh but savory aromas of roasted red fruit and baking spice drop into a tightly wound palate of snappy red currant and light pepper that rides a zippy acidity through the finish. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2019 |
Pursued by Bear |
Red Blend 'Bear Cub' Columbia Valley |
This is no “baby”: This bold, rich Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend has grown-up elegance, from its aromas of dewberries, dark raspberries, saline and rose petals, to its Mikhail Baryshnikov-like balance. In between, look for flavors of blackberry fruit jellies, thyme and dark chocolate. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2021 |
Candoni |
Pinot Grigio Organic Terre Siciliane |
Summery notes of bike tires and pavement mix with lemon-lime soda and slices of fresh honeydew on the nose of this wine. The palate has more sweet lemon-lime flavors but also citrus pith, green apple and more melon, made snappy with acid. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2021 |
Ilurce |
Graciano 'Rio Madre' |
Inky garnet to the eye, this wine has a nose of brambly fruits of the wood, fennel seed and black pepper. Juicy berry flavors open up on the palate and are joined by notes of rose petal, orange zest and licorice. Soft tannins and a bright finish make for an across-the-board easy-drinking red wine. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2023-03-13 |
| 2022 |
Cuarto Dominio |
Malbec 'BlanCat Estate Parcel Selection' |
A hint of red pepper and tobacco jumps out from the red cherry background. Tense and juicy on the palate with nice firmness, but also polish. Slightly chewy. Also, there is some cabernet franc in the blend. Co-fermented. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2023-03-09 |
| 2022 |
Cuarto Dominio |
Malbec 'Tolentino' |
Wild herbs and stems to the nose with a hint of white pepper to the black cherries. Juicy, dry and pretty silky on the palate with a fluid, fruity finish. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
91 |
 |
2023-03-09 |
| 2022 |
Cuarto Dominio |
Malbec 'Lote 44' |
A reductive but cheerful malbec with plenty of white pepper to the brambly fruit and morello cherries. Fresh and densely packed on the palate with firm tannins. Dry, medium-bodied and fruity. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2023-03-09 |
| 2019 |
Cederberg |
Cabernet Sauvignon |
Cederberg's Cabernet Sauvignon is a reliably well-made style from the talented David Nieuwoudt that packs a lot of flavour at its price point. Cassis, black plum, damson and blackcurrant leaf flavours are framed by toasty 40% new wood and nicely layered tannins. |
Tim Atkin |
91 |
 |
2023-03-08 |