| 2020 |
Frey |
Syrah North Coast |
This bold and smoky wine tests the limits, blending wild berries, wood smoke, raspberry vinegar and grilled beef flavors that will appeal to natural-wine enthusiasts. Contains no added sulfites. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2019 |
Nekeas |
Garnacha 'El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa' |
Bright ruby to the eye, this wine has a nose of cherry, white chocolate and violet talc. It is soft in the mouth, starting off bright and then getting spicy, with flavors of raspberry, pomegranate, licorice and aniseed. It has velvety tannins and a note of honeysuckle on the pleasing finish. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2019 |
Carbonnieux |
Pessac-Leognan Blanc ‘Chateau Tour Leognan’ |
A rounded wine, with a balanced blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, the wine is full, spicy with wood aging and richness. It has a pure line in citrus acidity that will soften as the wine matures. Drink from 2024. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2017 |
Marziano Abbona |
Barolo 'Pressenda' |
Aromas of violet, scorched earth and cedar emerge from the glass. The rich, already accessible palate offers ripe black plum, tobacco and star anise alongside polished tannins. Drink 2023–2029. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2019 |
Isabel Estate |
Pinot Noir |
This is on the dense, rich side by Pinot standards, but is balanced and food friendly. It leads with supple black cherry, plum, chocolate, medicinal herbs, black pepper and warm tarmac aromas. A zing of acidity buoys the succulent fruit. Spicy tannins keep a firm grip right to the finish. Drink now with protein until 2029. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2019 |
Lafond |
Chardonnay Santa Rita Hills |
Nutty aromas of sweet cream and marshmallow kick off the nose of this bottling. The palate is more chiseled, with hints of rocky earth and dried oregano as well as the core flavors of lemon curd and apple confit. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2020 |
Dancing Crow Vineyards |
Field Blend 'Old Stake 1901 Vineyard' Lake County |
Dried herb and mineral aromas lead to concentrated and tangy red and black cherry flavors and savory, spicy accents. This full-bodied blend, made from 65% Zinfandel plus Cinsault, Alicante Bouschet and several other grape varieties, is moderately tannic and well-balanced. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2021 |
Foris |
Gewurztraminer |
The aromas pop, with notes of grated ginger, flower, rose and pink grapefruit—classic Gewürztraminer. A medium-bodied, flavorful palate follows. Fruit flavors sail off into the distance. It’s impressive. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2016 |
Aldonia |
Garnacha '100' |
Bright ruby to the eye, this wine has a bouquet of cassis, dried hillside herbs and black olive paste. It features flavors of black cherry, pomegranate, black tea, dark chocolate and pickled jalapeño. Substantial tannins coat the palate before evaporating into a spicy finish. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2022-07-05 |
| 2020 |
Zoppi Cristina |
Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato |
Pronounced aromas of red rose mingle with leather, tilled earth, spice and truffle. On the savory palate, fresh acidity and chalky tannins accompany blackberry, Morello cherry, peppercorn and an earthy hint of game. Drink through 2025. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2022-07-05 |