Samuel Charles Cabernet Sauvignon Oak Knoll District 2019
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black plum and raspberry with supporting notes of baking spices, red currant, earth, and forest floor. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of red plum, red cherry, five spice, and dried herbs. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety texture. $79.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Pascual Toso Magdalena Maipu-Mendoza 2018
Brilliant, dark ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of plum, blackberry, and graphite with supporting notes of forest floor, black tea, and dried herbs. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of boysenberry, black plum, pomegranate, and hibiscus flower. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. Made with a blend of 67% Malbec and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon. $129.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Pasetti Rachele Bianco IGP Terre Aquilane 2020
Brilliant, light gold/green color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of grapefruit and honeysuckle with supporting notes of slate, quince, and salt. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of kiwi, lemon grass, and mineral. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $14.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Livon Pinot Grigio Friuli Colli Orientali 2020
Cloudy, medium straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pear and citrus zest with supporting notes of lychee, spring flowers, and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, lemon curd, and slate. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $14.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Tablas Creek Roussanne Adelaida District 2019
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of pear and honeycomb with supporting notes of apricot stone, pineapple, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe pear and tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of kumquat, mango, wet stones, and salt. The finish is long and lingering with hints of orange peel. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet opulent texture. $40 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tablas Creek Côtes de Tablas Adelaida District 2019
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red plum and wild berries with supporting notes of licorice, slate, and blueberry. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, mineral, hibiscus flower, and cocoa. The finish is long and lingering with firm but ripe tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple yet vibrant texture. $35 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Paso Robles 2019
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and balsamic with supporting notes of graphite, hibiscus flower, and five spice. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, forest floor, and black tea. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. Made with a blend of 37% Syrah, 35% Grenache, 23% Mourvédre, and 5% Counoise. $25 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Rosé Paso Robles 2020
Brilliant, light peach color. The nose is subtle when cold blooming as it warms — offering scents of orange peel and pomegranate with supporting notes of kumquat, mineral, and apricot stone. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of grapefruit, nectarine, and quince. The finish is crisp with bright citrus notes. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $25 – 4 Stars – 92 points
2Hawk Grenache Rogue Valley 2018
Brilliant, deep scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry and lavender with supporting notes of black tea, forest floor, and strawberry. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of red plum, blackberry, and graphite. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky texture. $32 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
2Hawk Viognier Rogue Valley 2019
Brilliant, medium green/gold color. The aromatics are wonderfully intense offering scents of pineapple and white peach with supporting notes of jasmine, kiwi, lemon grass, and bees wax. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of lychee, apricot, citrus zest, and sudachi. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture and crisp citrus accents. This wine is an absolute beauty that celebrates the essence of Viognier. $26 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
