Silvio Grasso Barbera d'Alba DOCG 2018
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red currant and black cherry with supporting notes of black tea, graphite, slate, and pomegranate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black plum, cassis, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with silky, supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. A beautiful old-vine Barbera. $19.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Morisfarms Mandriolo Maremma Toscana 2019
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and strawberry with supporting notes of mineral and red currant. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, plum, and dried herbs. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky texture. Made with a blend of 80% Sangiovese with the remainder comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Petit Verdot. $13.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Pascal Biotteau - Mary Taylor Selection Anjou Blanc 2019
Brilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of apricot and honeysuckle with supporting notes of slate, pear, and green tea. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of lemon curd, honey, and blanched almonds. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $12 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Domaine de l'Eyrolle Lirac 2018
Brilliant, dark crimson color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black fruits and red cherry with supporting notes of raspberry, dried herbs, black plum, and cocoa. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of blackberry, black tea, red currant, anise, and oak. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a voluptuous texture. $25 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Pierre Vidal - Mary Taylor Selection Costieres De Nimes 2018
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black plum and black currant with supporting notes of five spice, black tea, forest floor, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black cherry, earth, dried herbs, and mineral. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. $18 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Tenuta Montauto Silio Ciliegiolo IGT Toscano 2018
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and cocoa with supporting notes of red plum, mineral, cassis, and dried herbs. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of black currant, hibiscus flower, anise, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. $19 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Boccantino Susumaniello IGP Salento 2018
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red plum, cherry, and sweet raspberry with supporting notes of pomegranate, mineral, and lavender. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe red fruits-driven core with juicy notes of crushed berries. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a silky texture. A beautiful and charming wine made entirely of Susumaniello. $15 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Tongue Dancer The Sly One Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry, five spice, and black pepper with supporting notes of black tea, red sour cherry, and blackberry. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black and red fruits-driven core with flavors of black fruits, clove, leather, mineral, and oak. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. $59 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Pascal Biotteau Mary Taylor Selection Anjou 2019
Brilliant, medium golden color. The nose is fairly intense offering scents of ripe pear and white peach with supporting notes of slate and lemon curd. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with a generous dose of citrus flavors, apricot stone, wild honey, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with accents of mineral and lime zest. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet supple texture. Made with 100% Chenin Blanc. $16 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Dixie & Bass Sauvignon Blanc Horse Heaven Hills 2019
Brilliant, pale gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of grapefruit and grass with supporting notes of citrus zest, fresh herbs, mineral, and tomato leaf. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of green melon, lemon grass, and quince. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $18 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
