Padigan Estate Reserve — Ruby Rogue Valley 2020
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of blackberry and blueberry with supporting notes of cocoa, fig, orange peel, and five spice. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of cassis, red currant, dark chocolate, cardamon, and hints of tamarind. The finish is long and lingering with lovely spice accents. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with an opulent texture. $35 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Chateau Climens Cypres de Climens Barsac 2016
Brilliant, deep golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of apricot, honey, and chamomile with supporting notes of tropical fruit, orange peel, and peach. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of candied ginger, honeycomb, and lychee. The finish is long and lingering with hints of lemon curd and mineral. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a viscous texture. Made with 100% Semillon. $56.99 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
