| 2017 |
Col Vetoraz |
Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Brut |
Typical honeysuckle, stone and orchard fruit nose. Crispy and lemony palate with lots of refreshing acidity. Very well-made, simple but easy-drinking. |
Decanter |
90 |
 |
2018-06-05 |
| 2017 |
Pursued by Bear |
Blushing Bear Rose |
Very pale rose, near clear rim. Mourvèdre 50%, Grenache 30%, Cinsault 20%. Actor Kyle McLachlan’s Winery project, with wines made by Dan Wampfler (Abeja). Given the dominant variety, we are not surprised this is a more richly textured, fuller bodied Bandol-style Rosé. Faint berry aromas, then light mineral-fresh, slightly stony aromas. Medium plus acidity adds relief and provides a nice saline, earthy/mineral length to the finish. Not as breezy and lifted as most rosé wines, but perfect to drink with fuller dishes and richly flavorful ones. A blend of 50% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache and 20% Cinsault made Provence style by winemaker Kyle MacLachlan. 12.9% alc. |
I Winereview |
90 |
 |
2018-06-05 |
| 2015 |
Bodegas Y Vinedos Valderiz |
Ribera del Duero |
Rich and focused, this red delivers ripe fruit flavors of currant and blackberry that mingle with espresso, mineral and licorice notes. The firm tannins are well-integrated and crisp acidity keeps this focused. Concentrated and harmonious. Drink now through 2030 |
Wine Spectator |
94 |
 |
2018-06-05 |
| 2017 |
Enanzo |
Garnacha Rosado |
This 100% Garnacha is medium red in color with a lovely perfumed nose of red raspberry, strawberry and floral notes. It has a wonderful silky palate feel, pure fruit and excellent balance. It is handpicked, direct pressed, and fermented in old cement vats with very little lees contact. Bodegas Campos de Enanzo is a cooperative comprised of 269 family winegrowers located in the southern part of the appellation. Firstclass winemaking. |
I Winereview |
91 |
 |
2018-06-05 |
| 2017 |
Keuka Spring Vineyards |
Dry Rose |
This dry rose is a blend of Lemberger and Cabernet Franc from vineyards overlooking Keuka Lake. It displays a very pale blush color with faint yellow and red cherry skin scents. Crisp on the attack, it is subtly flavored on the palate, almost like a white wine. Very clean and mineral like with persistent mineral notes on the finish. Good example of a mineral driven, subtly flavored rose. Part barrel fermented. Astounding value! |
I Winereview |
91 |
 |
2018-06-05 |
| 2015 |
Domaine Yves Cheron |
Les Dentelles Cotes du Rhone 2015 |
I was blown away by the 2015 Côtes du Rhône Yves Cheron les Dentelles. Made from 65% Grenache and 35% Syrah aged all in cement, it’s a big, rich, full-bodied beauty that’s loaded with notions of kirsch, blackberries, toasted spices and white pepper. Deep, rich, concentrated and impeccably balanced, it’s the real deal. |
Wine Advocate |
92 |
 |
2018-05-29 |
| 2017 |
Quintay |
Sauvignon Blanc Valle de Casablanca Clava Reserva |
Very attractive summer meadow and melon nose. Crisp and clean, but also ripe enough to have good balance. Drink now. Screw cap. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2018-05-25 |
| 2014 |
Dunham Cellars |
Cabernet Sauvignon XX |
Some super ripe dried-plum and herb aromas framed in graphite and toasty oak lead to a palate that freshens the fruit up nicely. Drink young. |
James Suckling |
90 |
 |
2018-05-22 |
| 2014 |
Dunham Cellars |
Trutina |
Very pretty tar and blackberry aromas with hints of mint. Medium body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. A blend of 44 % merlot, 38 % cabernet sauvignon, 10 % malbec and 8 % cabernet franc. Delicious to drink now. |
James Suckling |
92 |
 |
2018-05-22 |
| 2014 |
Dunham Cellars |
Syrah Columbia Valley |
A spicy, ripe and plush expression with straightforward blackberries and dark plums, hints of chocolate, light peppery notes and smooth-honed tannins. A slick and modern wine where dark fruits meet dark chocolate. Drink now. |
James Suckling |
93 |
 |
2018-05-22 |