| 2021 |
Frey |
Syrah North Coast |
This wine is intense purple-hued, full-bodied with aromas of fresh, ripe blueberry, blackberry fruits, cooked bacon, maple, florals on the nose. The flavors in the midpalate are dried black currant, black molasses, dried chicory, interlaced with tobacco leaf and espresso crema on the finish. Decant and enjoy with a hearty protein. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2021 |
Donati |
Merlot Paso Robles |
Strawberry and fennel pollen aromas make for a compelling mix of fruit and herb on the nose of this bottling. The tannins are firm but the mouthfeel is creamy on the palate, where singed herb, dried cherry and charcoal-grilled meat flavors lead into a vanilla finish. Editors’ Choice. |
Wine Enthusiast |
92 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2022 |
Lava Cap |
Chardonnay El Dorado |
This wine is zesty, with aromas of green apple, apricot, potpourri, clove, orange sherbet on the nose. The palate is baked Golden Delicious apple, candied orange, cinnamon, allspice, interlaced with cardamom baked apple pie, caramel and vanilla spice. Pair with pistachio-crusted salmon. |
Wine Enthusiast |
93 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2021 |
Donati |
Cabernet Sauvignon 'Ezio' Paicines |
This is not a flashy wine, but it ticks all the boxes when it comes to what many expect in a Cab. Aromas of pencil shavings, dried strawberry and old leather lead from the familiar nose into a palate that’s texturally longlasting and layered in dried fruit, meaty leather and cocoa spice flavors. |
Wine Enthusiast |
91 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2022 |
Giuliano Rosati |
Rosso Toscana |
The nose is sweet with cherry blossoms and strawberries, then sour with cherries and wet stones, over woodsy aromas of moss and damp leaves. The juicy, dense palate is defined by the sweet cherry and strawberry elements. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2022 |
Nicodemi |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Terrana' |
The floral, perfumed nose features aromas of peonies, violets and blackberries, with a sharp, wet slate undertone providing balance. The palate leans into that dark, brooding blackberry element, but the cool earth notes and light florality endure through the finish. Tannins are easygoing, while acid is more forceful. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2022 |
Candoni |
Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie |
Aromas of ripe pear and citrus pop out of the glass of this fresh Pinot Grigio. The palate offers crisp acidity, with flavors of green apple and a hint of minerality. This all-around white works well on its own or paired with grilled shrimp or a bright citrus salad. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
Best Buy |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2021 |
Frey |
Petite Sirah Mendocino |
Purple garnet-hued dense, black berry, boysenberry, fresh florals, dried eucalyptus on the nose. Lively, concentrated black currant, blueberry compote, orange zest, clove morphing into dried tobacco leaf and bittersweet chocolate on the finish. If you are curious about natural wine, pick this one up to try. Aerate and pair with hearty faire. Best Buy. |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
 |
2024-03-26 |
| 2022 |
Morgan |
Chardonnay 'Highland' Santa Lucia Highlands |
Mouthwatering pear, apple, lemon zest and lime sherbet notes are vibrant and energetic in this white, offering an appealing note of salted butterscotch on a sleek body. Drink now. 4,535 cases made. From California. |
Wine Spectator |
90 |
 |
2024-03-25 |
| 2022 |
Fairvalley |
Pinotage |
Fairvalley was founded by a workers’ association in 1997. Now numbering 42 members, it invests all profits into community housing. Their 2022 Pinotage dives from smoky, earthy aromas into a well of aromatic, expressive red fruits. It’s a textbook new-school pinotage, bringing grippy, chewy tannins to the translucent–red fruit party, ready for a thick pub-style burger. Best Buy. Best for $15 or Less. |
Wine & Spirits |
90 |
 |
2024-03-25 |