Wine Reviews


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71117110USPale in color, this wine offers appealing, very varietal aromas of strawberry, cherry, sarsaparilla and coffee. It's quite elegant in style with strawberry and cinnamon flavors that show persistence.8716OregonOregonOregon OtherSean P. Sullivan@wawinereportPrimarius 2013 Pinot Noir (Oregon)Pinot NoirPrimarius
71127111USThis one-barrel bottling is quite intriguing, offering unexpected aromas and flavors. An element of crunched grapeseeds and unfermented wine grapes mixes with licorice, olive and pepper on the nose. A similar sense pervades the palate, along with light coffee and brown tea flavors. It's slightly odd, but also an interesting change of pace.1/187125CaliforniaCentral CoastCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannSanguis 2012 1/1 Syrah (Central Coast)SyrahSanguis
71137112USReserved aromatically, this wine from the longtime Santa Barbara producer shows bits of plum, hibiscus and graphite on the nose. The palate is surprisingly lush and punchy, with plum and other dark purple-fruit flavors as well as licorice.8717CaliforniaSanta Barbara CountyCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannSanta Barbara Winery 2013 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County)Pinot NoirSanta Barbara Winery
71147113USA 100% varietal Pinot, this wine has a faint bouquet of ripe black cherry and blackberry, exuding full flavor and body. Smooth, the oak is low impact, providing extra weight and sustenance while remaining balanced with the fruit.8722CaliforniaSonoma CountySonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneSiduri 2013 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County)Pinot NoirSiduri
71157114South AfricaClean, attractive aromas of fynbos and orange blossom add character to the fresh citrus and white melon core. The palate is light and vibrant, with pleasantly refreshing acidity and a subtly spiced pear-flavored finish. Enjoy now.Sunbird8718Western CapeLauren Buzzeo@laurbuzzSimonsig 2014 Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape)Sauvignon BlancSimonsig
71167115USA light, refreshing version of the variety from the heart of the Russian River, this traffics in medium-bodied peach and lime, ending with a sweetness of acidity.Winemaker's Release8725CaliforniaRussian River ValleySonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneSonoma-Cutrer 2014 Winemaker's Release Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley)Sauvignon BlancSonoma-Cutrer
71177116ItalyPeach and passion fruit aromas lead the way on this sparkler. The frothy palate shows tropical fruit, Granny Smith apple and kiwi alongside racy acidity and brisk, medium-sized bubbles that lend a fun vibe.Villa Luigia Extra Dry87VenetoValdobbiadene Prosecco SuperioreKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeIl Follo 2014 Villa Luigia Extra Dry (Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore)GleraIl Follo
71187117FranceBilled as Extra Brut, the wine in fact tastes closer to the sweeter Brut because there is so much attractive apple and crisp pear fruitiness. The aftertaste is balanced, soft and creamy.Extra Brut8740ChampagneChampagneRoger Voss@vossrogerJacquart NV Extra Brut (Champagne)Champagne BlendJacquart
71197118ItalyThis opens with aromas of spring flowers, tropical fruit and a whiff of peach. The vibrant palate delivers creamy Granny Smith apple, underripe pear and a citrus note alongside bright acidity and a creamy mousse.Extra Dry8718VenetoValdobbiadene Prosecco SuperioreKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeLa Gioiosa NV Extra Dry (Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore)GleraLa Gioiosa
71207119ItalyThis opens with floral aromas of jasmine, wisteria and a whiff of exotic fruit. The off-dry palate doles out white peach, pineapple, Granny Smith apple and candied citrus zest, accompanied by a frothy mousse and bright acidity.Cuvée Oris8722VenetoValdobbiadene Prosecco SuperioreKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeVilla Sandi NV Cuvée Oris (Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore)GleraVilla Sandi
71217120SpainA grapy, meaty, feral nose is wild, floral and herbal as a whole. This blend of Tempranillo and other Rioja varieties is tannic along its walls. Saucy, grapy, salty flavors are powerful, while the finish is tannic, voluminous and once again grapy like the nose and palate.Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales Tempranillo-Graciano-Garnacha-Mazuelo8775Northern SpainRiojaMichael Schachner@wineschachVivanco 2012 Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales Tempranillo-Graciano-Garnacha-Mazuelo (Rioja)Red BlendVivanco
71227121FranceTannins form a dark barrier to start this wine. It is still young, dense with chocolate as well as fruit flavors, showing the bitter, tough flavors that come from too much extraction. The fruit will hopefully come through and soften the tannins and bring out the richness. Drink from 2018.Les Michelons8725BeaujolaisMoulin-à-VentRoger Voss@vossrogerYohan Lardy 2014 Les Michelons (Moulin-à-Vent)GamayYohan Lardy
71237122ItalyPear and peach aromas lead the nose while the brisk palate offers lemon, lime, grapefruit and a mineral note. Zesty acidity and vigorous, persistent bubbles provide the racy framework.Viti di San Mor Brut87VenetoValdobbiadene Prosecco SuperioreKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeZardetto 2014 Viti di San Mor Brut (Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore)GleraZardetto
71247123USOne of the more reliable, affordably priced Rhône blends in the state, this mix of 43% Grenache, 34% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre and 8% Counoise offers slightly shy aromas of black and red licorice, red currant and cinnamon candy, tucked behind a layer of slate. The palate is more simplistic, with purple fruits most prevalent.Cuvee Le Bac8725CaliforniaSanta Ynez ValleyCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannBeckmen 2012 Cuvee Le Bac Red (Santa Ynez Valley)Rhône-style Red BlendBeckmen
71257124SpainMild applesauce aromas are reticent but clean. This feels fresh, stony, acidic and narrow on the palate. Briny, citrusy flavors are more generic than particular, while the finish tastes like briny citrus, with an aftertaste of salty tang.8717Northern SpainRiojaMichael Schachner@wineschachBodegas Landaluce 2014 White (Rioja)White BlendBodegas Landaluce
71397138USRich, ripe and tropical, this calls to mind bananas soaked in cream. Round and lightly spicy, it's a forward, fruit-driven wine with a veneer of spice and toast, but enough acid to keep it lively.8818OregonOregonOregon OtherPaul Gregutt@paulgwine King Estate 2010 Chardonnay (Oregon)ChardonnayKing Estate
71267125CanadaThis wine plays out broadly across the palate, showing tart berries and espresso components, along with a whiff of asparagus. The fruit is somewhat thin and front-loaded, with barrel flavors of toast and cigar box masking some—not all—of the herbaceousness.8749British ColumbiaOkanagan ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Burrowing Owl 2011 Meritage (Okanagan Valley)MeritageBurrowing Owl
71277126ArgentinaPeach, pear, melon and vanilla aromas come with an aromatic sensation of wet rocks. Light and lifted on the palate, with honeydew, pear, lemon and stony flavors, this finishes fresh, clean and lightly powdery, with echoes of apple and pear.Piedra Negra Alta Colección8712Mendoza ProvinceValle de UcoMichael Schachner@wineschachFrançois Lurton 2015 Piedra Negra Alta Colección Pinot Gris (Valle de Uco)Pinot GrisFrançois Lurton
71407139PortugalIn the hands of master blender Dirk Niepoort, even a straight tawny style has depth of flavor and intensity. The wine has red fruit, layered with concentrated acidity, a hint of wood aging, and remains fresh and fruity.Tawny8819PortRoger Voss@vossrogerNiepoort NV Tawny (Port)PortNiepoort
71287127USLemon custard, ripe Gala apples and a seemingly sweet candy element show on the nose of this wine from a family-owned producer. Bright energy and ripe apple characterize the palate, along with green pear skins and stonefruit.Family Reserve8726CaliforniaCarmel ValleyCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannJoullian 2014 Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Carmel Valley)Sauvignon BlancJoullian
71297128USStrawberry fruit is mixed in with fresh, pungent herbs—a mix that nicely expresses the Chehalem Mountains terroir. Fruity, full and forward, this ripe and pleasing wine is balanced just right for near-term enjoyment.Hawks View Vineyard8855OregonChehalem MountainsWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Torii Mor 2009 Hawks View Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains)Pinot NoirTorii Mor
71307129USThis wine is a great example of why Riesling is so increasingly popular. Despite the “dry” title on the label, it's actually a bit off-dry and crisp in acidity, with clean, savory flavors of limes, kiwi fruits, honey and vanilla. So easy to like, and the alcohol is relatively low.Dry8820CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaV. Sattui 2010 Dry Riesling (Napa Valley)RieslingV. Sattui
71317130USA light style, but still stylish, with finesse and good structure. The pretty plum fruit is lightly dusted with cocoa, softening the tannins and adding spice to the finish. A gentle and beguiling wine, ready for near-term enjoyment.8819OregonOregonOregon OtherPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Hedgeline 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon)Pinot NoirHedgeline
71327131PortugalA blend of typical Alentejo grapes, this is a firm effort, with the fruit laced inbetween the complex tannic structure. The acidity gives the wine a final lift.4 Quatro Castas8816AlentejanoRoger Voss@vossrogerHerdade do Esporão 2010 4 Quatro Castas Red (Alentejano)Portuguese RedHerdade do Esporão
71337132ChileNeutral up front except for green apple and mineral aromas. Feels quite good and healthy, with juicy acids pushing fresh bell pepper, lime and white peach flavors. Short but fresh and citrusy on the finish.Reserva8813Casablanca ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachChilcas 2011 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley)Sauvignon BlancChilcas
71347133ItalyDark, luscious and inky in appearance, Antrum shows thick and juicy aromas of jammy fruit, blackberry pie and rum cake. There are hints of dark spice and leather, with a touch of sour fruit and grittiness on the close.Antrum8848Central ItalyMontepulciano d'AbruzzoCiavolich Giuseppe 2005 Antrum (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo)MontepulcianoCiavolich Giuseppe
71357134FranceBright and jammy red cherry, strawberry and raspberry aromas flood the nose of this Syrah-dominated blend, and carry onto the palate. Medium tannins add a bit of structure, while the finish is clean, with a mouthwatering sensation.Les Bambins8820Languedoc-RoussillonCoteaux du Languedoc Pic Saint LoupLauren Buzzeo@laurbuzzClos des Augustins 2010 Les Bambins Red (Coteaux du Languedoc Pic Saint Loup)Rhône-style Red BlendClos des Augustins
71367135ChileMinearally and fresh on the nose, with hints of grass, lime and apple. Good and round in the mouth, with ample acidic punch and lively flavors of nopal, citrus and tarragon. Mellow and just zesty enough on the finish.Gran Reserva8815Casablanca ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachVentisquero 2011 Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley)Sauvignon BlancVentisquero
71377136ItalyAppropriately named “Passion,” this hearty red wine expresses itself with opulence and generosity. Bold fruit layers of blackberry and cherry liqueur are framed by spice and chewy pipe tobacco. There's a ripe, syrupy feel in the mouth, with loads of jammy fruit on the close.Passione88Southern ItalyPrimitivo del SalentoVigne & Vini 2008 Passione (Primitivo del Salento)PrimitivoVigne & Vini
71387137USHuge, ripe flavors of blackberry and plum jam, mocha, black currants, anise and cedar mark this wine, grown in the rugged hills of southern Monterey County. It's quite tannic and dry, but doesn't seem to be an ager, so drink up.8829CaliforniaCarmel ValleyCentral CoastIndigené 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley)Cabernet SauvignonIndigené

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