Troon Vineyard Côtes Du Kubli Blanc Applegate Valley 2018
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium pale straw color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of tropical fruit and spring flowers with supporting notes of bees wax, citrus zest, and subtle oak accents. The palate confirms the nose delivering a green and tropical fruit-driven core with flavors of Asian pear, white peach, and a wet slate mineral accent rising on the finish. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant but supple texture. Made with a blend of 51% Viognier, 28% Marsanne, and 21% Roussanne. $35 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Pratt Vyd Irwin Lane Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of lychee and oak with supporting notes of white peach, tropical fruit, honey, and kumquat. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of ripe pineapple and vanilla custard. The finish is long and lingering with oak and citrus accents. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a voluptuous texture. $39 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Rosé of Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep strawberry color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and pomegranate with supporting notes of raspberry and hibiscus flower. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of wild strawberry and mineral. The finish is long and lingering with sweet and tart reds fruits. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant and fruit dense texture. Made with 100% Pinot Noir. $25 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and boysenberry with supporting notes of blackberry, black tea, earth, and five spice. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black cherry, hints of rose petals, and leather. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky yet vibrant texture. $49 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Bogle Petite Sirah California 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of plum and blackberry with supporting notes of blueberry, black tea, five spice, forest floor, and oak. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits, mineral, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. $12 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Bogle Pinot Noir California 2016
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of red cherry and violet with supporting notes of strawberry and dried herbs. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red currant, vanilla, and hints of cigar box. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky texture. Aged for 11 months in American and French oak. $12 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2018
Brilliant, medium straw color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of tropical fruit and citrus zest with supporting notes of fresh herbs, gooseberry, and grapefruit. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of pineapple, honeysuckle, red grapefruit, and a subtle hint of ginger. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $17.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Tablas Creek Vermentino Adelaida District 2018
Brilliant, light gold/green color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of grapefruit and tropical fruits with supporting notes of lemongrass, citrus zest, and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of green melon, white peach, slate, and hints of fresh herbs. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet generous texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. A perennial favorite here at BevX. $27 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Tablas Creek Roussanne Adelaida District 2016
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of tropical fruit and honey with supporting notes of blanched almonds, oak, and candied ginger. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of bees wax, pineapple, and jasmine. The finish is long and lingering. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. This is our favorite Tablas Creek Roussanne to date. $40 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tablas Creek Côtes de Tablas Adelaida District 2017
Brilliant, medium scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and rose petals with supporting notes of black pepper, wild berries, raspberry, and cigar box. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of blackberry, slate, and lavender. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a juicy texture. Made with a blend of 53% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 12% Mourvédre, and 10% Counoise. $35 – 4 Stars – 93 points
