Tablas Creek Grenache Adelaida District 2018
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of wild strawberry and red cherry with supporting notes of fresh herbs, rare red meat, and violet. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red plum, raspberry, cigar box, and boysenberry. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins and hints of pepper. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. $35 – 5 Stars – 97 points
Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Adelaida District 2018
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black plum and black currant with supporting notes of anise, black tea, slate, and campfire. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry, five spice, and smoked meat. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins and subtle, sweet balsamic notes on the finish. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty yet silky texture. Made with a blend of 40% Mourvedre, 27% Syrah, 23% Grenache, and 10% Counoise. $60 – 5 Stars – 97 points
Chateau Climens Asphodèle Blanc Bordeaux 2018
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of bees wax, peach, and honey with supporting notes of citrus zest, mineral, and chamomile. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apricot, blanched almonds, lemon curd, and nectarine. The finish is long and lingering with sweet and tart fruits in equal parts. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant but waxy texture. $41.99 – 5 Stars – 97 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Putnam Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of dried cherry and dried herbs with supporting notes of black tea, earth, violet, and oak. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black cherry, baking spices, and hibiscus flower. The finish is long and lingering with firm but supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty (for Pinot Noir) yet silky texture. 100% Pinot Noir $65 – 5 Stars – 99 points
Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Adelaida District 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry, black tea, and earth with supporting notes of smoked meat, mocha, violet, blackcurrant, and cigar box. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of plum, black cherry, and sweet balsamic. The finish is long and lingering with chewy and ripe tannins with crushed black fruits and mineral. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. Made with a blend of 40% Mourvedre, 35% Syrah, 20% Grenache, and 5% Counoise. $60 – 5 Stars – 97 points
Troon Vineyard Cuvée Pyrénées Applegate Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry, hibiscus flower, and blueberry balsamic with supporting notes of red currant and baking spices. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of tart cherry and black plum. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins and trailing herbal and spice accents. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced thanks to bright acidity with a voluptuous texture. Made with a blend of 62% Tannat and 38% Malbec. $60 – 5 Stars – 98 points
Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Adelaida District 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry, cassis, and eucalyptus with supporting notes of black tea, black cherry, and smoked meat. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, hibiscus flower, and anise. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins and sweet mineral accents. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. Made with a blend of 46% Mourvedre, 31% Syrah, 18% Grenache, and 5% Counoise. We have loved every release of the great Esprit de Tablas but this may be our favorite. $60 – 5 Stars – 98 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of lemon curd, lychee, and white tropical flowers with supporting notes of wet stones and citrus zest. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach and subtle toasted oak accents. The finish is long and lingering with trailing floral and citrus notes. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with an opulent texture that is kept vibrant with a deft dose of bright acidity. Made with 100% Chardonnay. $50 – 5 Stars – 98 points
Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port Oporto 2016
Brilliant, intense purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black fruits, plum, and slate with supporting notes of dried herbs, and cassis. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of boysenberry. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. $TBD – 5 Stars – 97 points
Tablas Creek Vermentino Adelaida District 2016
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple and grapefruit with supporting notes of citrus zest and nectarine. The palate echoes the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of kumquat. The finish is crisp with subtle, lingering mineral and citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. $27 – 5 Stars – 98 points
