Foppiano Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2019
Brilliant, pale straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of citrus zest and kumquat with supporting notes of kiwi and red grapefruit. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of honeysuckle, lemon grass, white peach, and wet stones. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $20 – 4 Stars – 92 points
2Hawk Grenache Rogue Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and cassis with supporting notes of boysenberry jam, five spice, leather, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, forest floor, and dried herbs. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with an opulent yet vibrant texture. $32 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
2Hawk Darow Series Tempranillo Rogue Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and mineral with supporting notes of cigar box, dried herbs, and fig. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits, black tea, and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with dry tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. $49 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Rosé Paso Robles 2019
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, light salmon color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of kumquat and nectarine with supporting notes of wet stones, pomegranate, and sultanas. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of ripe apricot, orange peel, and mineral. The finish is tart and refreshing with sour red berry notes. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a blend of 76% Grenache, 19% Mourvédre, and 5% Counoise. $25 – 4 Stars – 93 points
2Hawk Rosé Grenache Rogue Valley 2019
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium salmon color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of strawberry and wet stones with supporting notes of red plum and ripe kumquat. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of crushed red berries, hibiscus, and pomegranate. The finish is long and lingering with lovely tart berry accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a bright and vibrant texture. Made nearly entirely with Grenache with just a touch of Syrah. $26 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
2Hawk Sauvignon Blanc Rogue Valley 2019
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, light green/gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of grapefruit and persimmon with supporting notes of wet stones, lemon curd, and guava. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, pear, and citrus zest. The finish is crisp with lingering citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture while offering bright, ripe fruit. $26 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Foundry Rodgers Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and five spice with supporting notes of cranberry and forest floor. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of ripe and sour cherry, dried mushrooms, oak, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture. $62 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Foundry Schrader Ranch Vineyard Pinot Blanc Mendocino 2018
Brilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of tropical fruit and wet stones with supporting notes of citrus zest and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of red apple, pear, and kiwi. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $50 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Red Hills Cellars Rosé Grenache Rogue Valley 2019
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red plum and raspberry with supporting notes of pomegranate, orange peel, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of strawberry and hibiscus flower. The finish is long and lingering with trailing tart red fruits. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet juicy texture. Made with 100% Grenache. $25 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Red Hills Cellars Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2017
& Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and forest floor with supporting notes of raspberry, hibiscus flower, and black tea. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red plum, red currant, earth, cranberry, and oak. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Pinot Noir. This is the second vintage of Red Cellars Pinot that we have seen — consistently high quality. $55 – 4 Stars – 93 points
