Synopsis, Our Opinion: Great aroma, great flavors and OUTSTANDING firm tannins…we really liked this wine and it was a screaming fantastic bargain. The mouthfeel alone […]
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Clendenen Family Vineyards (Au Bon Climat) Syrah / Viognier Rancho La Cuna 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A delightful light Syrah. Producer/Winery: Jim, Isabelle and Knox Clendenen; Clendenen Family Vineyards; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Syrah blend – 90% […]
Gahier Trousseau La Vigne du Louis 2016
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A vibrant Trousseau that was both mineral driven and elegant. Producer/Winery: Michel Gahier; Montigny-les-Arsures, France. Grape Variety: Trousseau. Geographic Appellation, Region, Country: […]
Turley Cinsault Bechthold Vineyard 2019
Synopsis, Our Opinion: It was easy drinking unpretentious red wine, but we both commented that we weren’t excited about this bottle of Turley wine…and we […]
Gilbert Menetou-Salon Rouge 2018
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A very fresh and delicious Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley. Producer/Winery: Philippe Gilbert; Domaine Philippe Gilbert; Faucards, France. Grape Variety: Pinot […]
Catena Malbec 2018
Synopsis, Our Opinion: Despite its drawbacks we thought it was an enjoyable drinking Malbec. Producer/Winery: Bodega Catena Zapata; Mendoza, Argentina. Grape Variety: Malbec. Geographic Appellation, […]
Au Bon Climat Santa Maria Valley La Bauge Au-dessus Pinot Noir 2017
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A rich energetic California Pinot Noir that had refined and resonant fruit flavors. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. […]
Noelia de Paz Prieto Picudo Trasto 2016
Synopsis, Our Opinion: It was an OUTSTANDING week-night red. Producer/Winery: Noelia de Paz; Bodega LAOSA; Ardón, León, Spain. Grape Variety: Prieto Picudo. Geographic Appellation, Region, […]
Luis Pato Joao Pato Nerd Duck NV
Synopsis, Our Opinion: An interesting and unusual Portuguese blend. Producer/Winery: Luis Pato; Anadia, Portugal. Grape Variety: Blend – Maria Gomes (Fernão Pires) and Baga. Geographic […]
Starborough Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A decent grocery store Sauvignon Blanc. Producer/Winery: E & J Gallo Winery; Starborough Vineyards; Healdsburg, California. Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Geographic Appellation, […]