Wine Reviews


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4257142570ItalyHere's a PG with a slight hint of effervescence and aromas of stone fruit, mango and citrus. It has floral fragrances. too, that render a slightly sweet sensation in the mouth.8412Northeastern ItalyDelle VenezieFolonari 2007 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie)Pinot GrigioFolonari
4257242571PortugalA dry, but rich, vanilla-and-cream-flavored rosé that shows soft tannins, ripe strawberry and full red plum flavors. The aftertaste is soft, with little acidity.Vinzelo Rosé848DouroRoger Voss@vossrogerQuinta de Ventozelo 2007 Vinzelo Rosé Red (Douro)Portuguese RedQuinta de Ventozelo
4257342572USThis wine hits all the right notes—gamy spice, a touch of minerality, savory, rich fruit. A touch of oak adds muscle and the overall package is satisfying.Barrel Reserve8424New YorkFinger LakesFinger LakesSusan Kostrzewa@suskostrzewaSheldrake Point 2006 Barrel Reserve Merlot (Finger Lakes)MerlotSheldrake Point
4257442573New ZealandStarts well, with pineapple and gooseberry aromas, but it doesn't seem that intense or concentrated on the palate. This is a medium-bodied, slightly creamy-textured wine that's easy to drink.8617MarlboroughJoe Czerwinski@JoeCzKonrad 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)Sauvignon BlancKonrad
4257542574USDry and robust, this has tannins that scour, giving a rough edge to the blackberry fruit.8620CaliforniaSonoma CountySonomaOlema 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County)Cabernet SauvignonOlema
4257642575ItalyThere are notes of cut grass and honey on the bouquet. The bubble size is large, and a crisp endnote marks the finish.Extra Dry8618VenetoProseccoPitars NV Extra Dry (Prosecco)GleraPitars
4257742576FranceSoft and ripe, this has flavors of almond, pink grapefruit and attractive, crisp acidity. With its warm character that's embellished with toast, it is ready to drink now.86BurgundyMâcon-VillagesRoger Voss@vossrogerRoux Père et Fils 2010 Mâcon-VillagesChardonnayRoux Père et Fils
4257842577ArgentinaThis is peachy and a bit oily on the nose, but not harsh or pointed. It feels full and fleshy, with sweet, ripe flavors of melon, citrus and lychee. Long and melony on the finish; drink now.Killka Collection8615Mendoza ProvinceUco ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachSalentein 2011 Killka Collection Torrontés (Uco Valley)TorrontésSalentein
4257942578USWith a fresh, jammy, blackberry flavor, this is a nice Syrah to drink now. It's a big wine, full bodied, tannic and bone dry. On its own, it's a bit tough, but pair it with rich, oily lamb, beef and game dishes and it will rise to the occasion.8620CaliforniaSanta Ynez ValleyCentral CoastSanta Barbara Winery 2009 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley)SyrahSanta Barbara Winery
4258042579USA full-bodied Roussanne, this tastes like vanilla custard and pineapple. It shows the influence of its 13% Viognier and French oak aging.Morine Ranch8624CaliforniaHigh ValleyVirginie Boone@vbooneShannon Ridge 2009 Morine Ranch Roussanne (High Valley)RoussanneShannon Ridge
4258142580USAn explosion of gooseberry comes first, followed by layers of creamy apricot fuzz and lemongrass, trailed by Lake County's typical acidity. This has balance and texture.8616CaliforniaLake CountyVirginie Boone@vbooneShannon Ridge 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County)Sauvignon BlancShannon Ridge
4258242581USThis Merlot remains tight, tannic and acidic. Give it credit for elegant structure, but despite some good cherry fruit, it's still a dour wine.8638CaliforniaMarin CountyNorth CoastStubbs Vineyard 2006 Merlot (Marin County)MerlotStubbs Vineyard
4258342582FranceNow at its drinking peak, this has attractive acidity balanced by mature flavors. It has weight, richness and a dry, steely core Enjoy this with food or by itself.Jubilée86AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerHugel 2007 Jubilée Riesling (Alsace)RieslingHugel
4258442583ItalyLa Jara—an organic Prosecco producer—has shown happy improvements in quality over the years. This expression is redolent of pink grapefruit, peach and Golden Delicious apple.Extra Dry8614VenetoProsecco TrevisoLa Jara NV Extra Dry (Prosecco Treviso)GleraLa Jara
4258542584USThis opens bearing scents suggesting banana and tropical fruit, with an oily character. On the palate, the flavor veers toward sour apple, with tart acids. The finish brings in a lick of butter, but at the moment it doesn't quite come together. This may benefit from more bottle age.Lia's Vineyard Jory Slope8624OregonChehalem MountainsWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Longplay 2010 Lia's Vineyard Jory Slope Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains)ChardonnayLongplay
4258642585FranceTannins and a red berry flavor combine in this soft wine. It has the structure of the vintage, with a firm core; the fruit and acidity developing slowly. Keep for 2–3 years.Clos la Marche8623BurgundyMercureyRoger Voss@vossrogerLouis Max 2010 Clos la Marche (Mercurey)Pinot NoirLouis Max
4258742586USSurprisingly mature in both color and flavor development, this mixes a flavor of rhubarb pie with brown sugar accents. Soft and approachable in style this should be consumed soon.8624OregonWillamette ValleyWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Macindoe 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)Pinot NoirMacindoe
4258842587USRefreshing and simple, this is dryish and spicy, with orange, apricot and peach flavors all accented with crisp acidity. It's easy to drink as a cocktail sipper, with little snacks, like tempura or cheesy puff pastries.8610CaliforniaCaliforniaCalifornia OtherMcManis 2011 Pinot Grigio (California)Pinot GrigioMcManis
4258942588ItalyPackaged in a short, squat bottle, this a clean, modern wine, with bright aromas of cut grass, apricot and bright lemon zest.Alìsia8610Northeastern ItalyDelle VenezieAstoria 2011 Alìsia Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie)Pinot GrigioAstoria
4259042589USHats off to Beaulieu for producing a Pinot Noir this good. The wine is dry, silky and crisp in acidity, with cherry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors. With more than 100,000 cases released, this should be relatively easy to find.Coastal Estates8611CaliforniaCaliforniaCalifornia OtherBeaulieu Vineyard 2010 Coastal Estates Pinot Noir (California)Pinot NoirBeaulieu Vineyard
4259142590FranceThis is a steely wine wrapped with white and green fruit flavors. It is clean, bright and full of pear and crisp apple notes. The tangy after taste is floral. Ready to drink in six months.Réserve86AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerBoeckel 2010 Réserve Riesling (Alsace)RieslingBoeckel
4259242591FranceLively, fresh and very clean, this has bright acidity and an attractive touch of strawberry. It's dry, with a crispness that balances the rich fruit.Brut Rosé86AlsaceCrémant d'AlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerBott Frères NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace)Pinot NoirBott Frères
4259342592FranceLight, fruity and rounded, this wood-aged wine has white fruit, spice and apricot flavors. It could age a year, but it is delicious now.Les Charmes8615BurgundyMâcon-LugnyRoger Voss@vossrogerCave de Lugny 2010 Les Charmes (Mâcon-Lugny)ChardonnayCave de Lugny
4259442593FranceAn attractively light-textured wine, this has a red currant flavor backed by juicy acidity. It is forward and fruity; with its gentle tannins, this is ready to drink.Périgée86AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerVignoble des 2 Lunes 2009 Périgée Pinot Noir (Alsace)Pinot NoirVignoble des 2 Lunes
4259542594ItalyEasy and bright, this is a great summer sipper. It makes no huge pretense, nor should it. It's crisp acidity is backed by white flower and peach.Cuvèe 1821 Brut8615VenetoProseccoZonin NV Cuvèe 1821 Brut (Prosecco)GleraZonin
4259642595New ZealandThis is full-bodied, offering subtle cashew and melon shadings alongside bold pineapple fruit. The oak stands a little apart on the palate, imparting a touch of dryness to the bright fruit. Drink now.Falveys Vineyard8614MarlboroughJoe Czerwinski@JoeCzOmaka Springs 2009 Falveys Vineyard Chardonnay (Marlborough)ChardonnayOmaka Springs
4259742596New ZealandPretty ripe stuff, marked by hints of stewed berries and chocolate. It's medium to full in body, with soft tannins, yet the acids remain crisp, turning tart almost to the point of being citrusy on the finish.8618MarlboroughJoe Czerwinski@JoeCzStoneleigh 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough)Pinot NoirStoneleigh
4259842597ItalyPackaged in an electric blue bottle, this opens with tones of cracked white pepper and fragrant field flower. There's a touch of sweet softness on the finish that gives momentum to the wine's bubbly foam.Blue Millesimato Extra Dry8618VenetoProseccoVal d'Oca 2011 Blue Millesimato Extra Dry (Prosecco)GleraVal d'Oca
4259942598ItalyThis is an easy white wine with balanced acidity. There's a spicy note of crushed clove or exotic spice at the start that is smoothed out by softer aromas of peach cobbler and lemon mousse.Casoli Maniago8617Northeastern ItalyColli Orientali del FriuliConte d'Attimis-Maniago 2010 Casoli Maniago Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli)Pinot GrigioConte d'Attimis-Maniago
4260042599USA sound, bistro-style wine that's dry and full-bodied. Made from Syrah and Grenache, it shows tobacco, cherry and spice flavors, with brisk acidity.Cotes du Crow's8618CaliforniaMontereyCentral CoastMorgan 2010 Cotes du Crow's Red (Monterey)Rhône-style Red BlendMorgan

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