Wine Reviews

Brilliant, intense ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant and plum with supporting notes of black tea, graphite, dried herbs, oak, and tapenade. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry, cassis, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins and trailing earth tones. Full-bodied and ideally balanced with an opulent yet firm texture. $79.99 – 4.5 Stars - 95 points

Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant and five spice with supporting notes of oak, mineral, and dried herbs. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, cocoa, slate, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture. $49.99 – 4 Stars - 92 points

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

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

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

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

Brilliant, light green/gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of green melon and citrus zest with supporting notes of grapefruit, kumquat, honeysuckle, and lemon grass. The palate confirms the nose delivering a citrus-driven core with flavors of lemon curd, kiwi, quince, and mineral. The finish is long and lingering with citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. A perennial favorite here at BevX. $27 – 5 Stars - 97 points

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

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

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