Troon Vineyard Kubli Bench Amber Applegate Valley 2020
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekHazy, medium golden color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of lychee and quince with supporting notes of orange peel, lemon curd, and peach. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, apricot, tropical fruit, slate, and citrus zest. The finish is long and lingering with accents of tart pineapple emerging. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant, yet rich texture. Made with a unique blend of 64% Riesling, 27% Vermentino, and 9% Viognier. $35 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Rosé of Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2020
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium coral color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry and boysenberry with supporting notes of plum, orange peel, and passion fruit. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, slate, and strawberry. The finish is long and lingering. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with an opulent texture. Made with 100% Pinot Noir — more juicy and less tart than previous vintages. $22 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Mud House Pinot Noir Central Otago 2019
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red plum and fresh herbs with supporting notes of raspberry, mineral, and earth. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, baking spices, slate, and subtle hints of oak. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $19.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
EQ Costal Sauvignon Blanc Casablanca Valley 2020
Brilliant, light gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red grapefruit and spring flowers with supporting notes of kiwi, honey, and wet stones. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical and citrus fruits-driven core with flavors of tropical fruit, citrus zest, and kumquat. The finish is crisp with bright citrus accents. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $19.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Foppiano Vineyards 1896 Red Blend California 2018
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black fruits and five spice with supporting notes of black currant, rose petals, pomegranate, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry, cassis, mineral, and oak. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with an opulent texture. $12.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Piccolo Tesoro Rosé Extra Dry Prosecco DOC NV
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium pink color with a medium bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of peach and red berries with supporting notes of ripe pear, spring flowers, and red grapefruit. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry and raspberry with hints of mineral. The finish is long and lingering with crisp acidity. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $12.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Bel Colle Nuwanda Barbera d'Asti DOCG 2017
Brilliant, intense ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and pomegranate with supporting notes of black currant, baking spices, violet, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum and cherry, dried herbs, cranberry, and graphite. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with an opulent texture. Not a typical wine of the appellation — massive and concentrated in style while preserving balance. $29.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
L.A. Cetto Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Guadalupe Valley 2015
Brilliant, medium scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and five spice with supporting notes of cigar box, black tea, and vanilla. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, cocoa, leather, and graphite. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. $22.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
L.A. Cetto Sierra Blanca Tempranillo Guadalupe Valley 2018
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red currant and baking spices with supporting notes of raspberry and dark chocolate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, pomegranate, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with soft tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet supple texture. Aged 12 months in American oak. A great wine and a great value. $17.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Luca Bosio Barolo DOCG 2016
Brilliant, medium garnet color with hints of orange. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of plum and rose petals with supporting notes of forest floor, cigar box, and black tea. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black cherry, leather, and anise. The finish is long and lingering with dry tannins and tart black berries. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a chewy texture. A beautiful, old-school Barolo with charm and style. $44.99 – 4 Stars – 93 points
