Wine Reviews


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5361153610USThis Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot-dominant blend has reserved aromas of herbs, cherry and freshly cut grass. The coffee and dark fruit flavors are full bodied, with a polished feel.The Swagger8958WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportDarby 2010 The Swagger Red (Columbia Valley (WA))Bordeaux-style Red BlendDarby
5361253611FranceFrom vines grown on flint soil, this is a perfumed, crisp wine, hinting at almonds and spice. The background is a reminder of the soil, very mineral and severe. The wine is ready to drink.Cuvée Silex8940Loire ValleySancerreRoger Voss@vossrogerFournier Père et Fils 2013 Cuvée Silex (Sancerre)Sauvignon BlancFournier Père et Fils
5361353612FranceThis wine is rich and full bodied, already delicious with apricot and pear fruit flavors. They are given a shot by lemon acidity as well as an herbal element. Although the wine is ready to drink, it will be better in 2016.Grand Fumé8934Loire ValleyPouilly-FuméRoger Voss@vossrogerFournier Père et Fils 2013 Grand Fumé (Pouilly-Fumé)Sauvignon BlancFournier Père et Fils
5361453613FranceThe extra depth typical of Pouilly Fumé is here. It makes for a full-bodied and dense wine ripe with red apple, lemon and a tangy, orange-zest aftertaste. The wine is still developing and needs time. Drink from 2017.Les Deux Cailloux8927Loire ValleyPouilly-FuméRoger Voss@vossrogerFournier Père et Fils 2014 Les Deux Cailloux (Pouilly-Fumé)Sauvignon BlancFournier Père et Fils
5361553614USLuscious peach and mango flavors abound in this richly concentrated, yet delicately framed Riesling. Succulent and honeyed, it's semidry in style, yet refreshingly brisk, accented by a crush of lemony acidity. The finish is quite dry. Drink now.8914New YorkFinger LakesFinger LakesAnna Lee C. IijimaGlenora 2014 Riesling (Finger Lakes)RieslingGlenora
5361653615SpainBerry and exotic notes of cinnamon and leather combine forces with briny clam-shell scents on the nose of this Ribeira Sacra blend that's 85% Mencía and the rest Caino and Bastardo. A high-acid palate yields tart, juicy flavors of red plum and cranberry, while the finish is power-charged. Drink through 2022.La Ponitencia89102GaliciaRibeira SacraMichael Schachner@wineschachRaúl Pérez 2011 La Ponitencia Red (Ribeira Sacra)Red BlendRaúl Pérez
5361753616USThis wine brings a whole lot of appeal with its fresh, lively but rich pear and melon flavors. The balance is spot-on and the flavors linger.8913WashingtonYakima ValleyColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportMercer 2014 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley)Pinot GrisMercer
5361853617USThis power-packed wine leads with aromas of raspberries, blackberries, dark chocolate and herbs. The dark fruit flavors are high octane, showing some warmth on the finish.The Estates Clifton Hill8942WashingtonWahluke SlopeColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportMilbrandt 2012 The Estates Clifton Hill Syrah (Wahluke Slope)SyrahMilbrandt
5361953618USThis crisp and tangy wine smells like cantaloupe and cucumber and tastes more citruslike as lemon and grapefruit burst through. It maintains good, mouth-cleaning acidity that is thirst-quenching and will help it pair up easily with lots of appetizers, salads and seafood.Silvaspoons Vineyard8919CaliforniaLodiCentral ValleyJim Gordon@gordone_cellarsOak Farm 2014 Silvaspoons Vineyard Verdelho (Lodi)VerdelhoOak Farm
5362053619USAromas of white pepper, herbs and grass lead to bone-dry flavors and tart acidity. It doesn't quite stand on its own but should perk up nicely at the dinner table.Spring Creek Ranch8916WashingtonYakima ValleyColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportPacific Rim 2014 Spring Creek Ranch Grüner Veltliner (Yakima Valley)Grüner VeltlinerPacific Rim
5362153620USTempting aromas of cherries, raspberries, earth and light spices precede lively flavors of cherry, cinnamon and clove. These partner with medium body and a gentle texture that has just a touch of crispness and tannin.8930CaliforniaPotter ValleyJim Gordon@gordone_cellarsPaul Dolan 2013 Pinot Noir (Potter Valley)Pinot NoirPaul Dolan
5362253621USCrushed cloves, allspice and nutmeg are sprinkled across a ripe olallieberry base on this wine from a vineyard owned by the founder of Rabbit Ridge. It's thick and dense on the palate, perhaps too much so for some, with dried cherries, cranberries, lots of spice and even some tar elements.Russell Family Vineyard8965CaliforniaPaso RoblesCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannPortalupi 2013 Russell Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Paso Robles)Pinot NoirPortalupi
5362353622USCafé au lait, spice, cherry, herb and chocolate aromas lead to silky, plump, dark fruit flavors. It provides a combination of quality and value.8918WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportPurple Star 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))Cabernet SauvignonPurple Star
5362453623EnglandVery slight notes of elderflower play around the crisp apple fruit. The palate is more mellow—its tart freshness countered by ample red apple fruit and the rounding effects of autolysis that highlight fruit and refreshment in every one of its prickles.Fitzrovia Rosé8942EnglandAnne Krebiehl MW@AnneInVinoRidgeview Estate 2013 Fitzrovia Rosé Sparkling (England)Sparkling BlendRidgeview Estate
5362553624ItalyMature blackberry, juicy cherry, smoke, coffee, mocha, clove, anise and tobacco come together on this fresh, savory wine. Bright acidity and supple tannins provide the polished framework.Vigna Serraboella8925PiedmontBarbera d'Alba SuperioreKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeRivetti Massimo 2012 Vigna Serraboella (Barbera d'Alba Superiore)BarberaRivetti Massimo
5362653625ItalyViolet, dark berry and a whiff of spice lead the nose on this blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. The sleek, straightforward palate doles out black cherry, raw raspberry and aniseeed accompanied by fine-grained tannins. Drink 2016–2020.Le Sughere di Frassinello8931TuscanyMaremma ToscanaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeRocca di Frassinello 2013 Le Sughere di Frassinello (Maremma Toscana)Red BlendRocca di Frassinello
5362753626USThis crisp but full-bodied wine smells like fresh herbs, white pepper and grapefruit, and tastes as crisp and citrusy as it smells. The effect is lively and refreshing, ideal for light appetizers or seafood.Blanc Du Tusque8924CaliforniaSonoma CountySonomaJim Gordon@gordone_cellarsSanglier Cellars 2013 Blanc Du Tusque White (Sonoma County)White BlendSanglier Cellars
5362853627USRipe, juicy yellow peaches and cherries lend concentrated fruit flavor to this otherwise brisk, delicately framed Riesling. Dry in style, it's accented by a zesty spray of lime and subtle spice notes that reverberate on the finish. Drink now to enjoy it's racy, fresh feel.Dry8918New YorkFinger LakesFinger LakesAnna Lee C. IijimaSilver Thread 2014 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes)RieslingSilver Thread
5362953628USGobs of fruit flavor are supported by firm acidity and fine-grained tannins in this full-bodied but well-balanced wine. It has classic raspberry and blackberry flavors, attractive floral nuances and a high degree of likeability.Old Vines8913CaliforniaAmador CountySierra FoothillsJim Gordon@gordone_cellarsSobon Estate 2013 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County)ZinfandelSobon Estate
5363053629EnglandWood sorrel and crunchy green apple are met with boiled lemon sweets on the nose. Lively, frothy fizz fills the mouth with exuberant, refreshing flavors and leaves behind that notion of sorrel and lemon candy.Brut Prestige8939EnglandAnne Krebiehl MW@AnneInVinoStopham Estate 2011 Brut Prestige Chardonnay (England)ChardonnayStopham Estate
5363153630USAll Elephant Mountain Vineyard fruit, this wine provides aromas of coffee, red plum and spice. It's soft and velvety in feel with café au lait flavors that linger.8928WashingtonYakima ValleyColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportStottle 2012 Merlot (Yakima Valley)MerlotStottle
5363253631USAromas of sweet plum, leather and spicebox lead to chocolate, coffee and cherry flavors with a soft, supple feel. It shows a pleasing mixture of fruit and barrel.8928WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportTamarack Cellars 2012 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))SyrahTamarack Cellars
5363353632ItalyInviting aromas of blue flowers, blackberry and pine forest make an attractive introduction to this friendly wine. The firm but easy-drinking palate doles out juicy black cherry, crushed plum and ground pepper alongside velvety tannins, creating a poised and enjoyable wine.Borgo8920TuscanyCortonaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeTenimenti Luigi D'Alessandro 2012 Borgo Syrah (Cortona)SyrahTenimenti Luigi D'Alessandro
5363453633ItalySubdued aromas of sawdust, dark spice, grilled herbs and dark-skinned berry slowly emerge on this blend of Sangiovese, Colorino and Merlot. The palate offers dried black cherry, menthol and clove alongside smooth tannins. Drink through 2018.Anagallis8942TuscanyColli della Toscana CentraleKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeTenuta di Lilliano 2011 Anagallis Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale)Red BlendTenuta di Lilliano
5363553634FranceRich and fruity, this structured wine, still young, is firm and dense. Juicy black fruits are layered with acidity and given a solid character by the concentrated tannin core. Drink from 2017.Domaine Petroni8920France OtherCorseRoger Voss@vossrogerUnion de Vignerons de l'Île de Beauté 2013 Domaine Petroni Red (Corse)Red BlendUnion de Vignerons de l'Île de Beauté
5363653635SpainPerfumed, lightly oaked and exotic on the nose, this Garnacha Tintorera is showing some complexity on its bouquet. The palate is more standard and solid, while flavors of herbs, oak spice and resin infiltrate red-plum flavors prior to an oaky, lightly resiny finish. Drink through 2017.Soplo8915LevanteValenciaMichael Schachner@wineschachRafael Cambra 2011 Soplo Garnacha Tintorera (Valencia)Garnacha TintoreraRafael Cambra
5363753636USThis wine provides immediate appeal with its aromas of citrus peel, starfruit, mineral and apricot, with tropical notes lurking in the background. It's fleshy in feel with a tart zing of acid that stitches it all together.Boushey Vineyard8925WashingtonYakima ValleyColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportTwo Vintners 2014 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley)Grenache BlancTwo Vintners
5363853637FranceThe ultimate in spice and sweetness, this unctuous, full-bodied wine has developed a beautifully, smooth, honeyed texture that envelops and balms the palate. Yellow fruits are delicate in background, along with a touch of acidity. It's a wine to drink now.Sélection de Grains Nobles9233AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerWillm 2007 Sélection de Grains Nobles Gewurztraminer (Alsace)GewürztraminerWillm
5363953638FranceThis is an elegant and stylish wine that's full of lively acidity, red berry fruitiness and soft tannins. The wine is well integrated, with just a touch of gaminess and bright acidity on the finish. It is ready to drink.9240ProvenceBandolRoger Voss@vossrogerChateau de Pibarnon 2008 Red (Bandol)Rhône-style Red BlendChateau de Pibarnon
5364053639FrancePerfumed with mint and eucalyptus aromas, this is a magnificent dry wine. While concentrated with juicy black plums and berries, it still needs time, so don't drink before 2015.Cuvée Mogador92ProvenceLes Baux de ProvenceRoger Voss@vossrogerChâteau d'Estoublon 2009 Cuvée Mogador Red (Les Baux de Provence)Red BlendChâteau d'Estoublon

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