Troon Vineyard Tannat Applegate Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep crimson color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black fruits and forest floor with supporting notes of mineral, black tea, and truffle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry and sour cherry. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture with dry fruit and spice accents. $40 – 4 Stars – 91 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
Bogle 50 Years Reserve - Quick Ranch Petite Sirah Clarksburg NV
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and boysenberry with supporting notes of cassis, five spice, and lavender. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black fruits and black tea. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. $42 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Bogle Merlot California 2016
Brilliant, deep garnet color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of black cherry and red currant with supporting notes of plum and forest floor. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black fruits and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. $10 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Bogle Cabernet Sauvignon California 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and red currant with supporting notes of cassis, black tea, and toasted coconut. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of plum and leather. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety texture. $12 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Plow & Stars Cellars Chardonnay Napa Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium gold/green color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of white peach and tropical fruit with supporting notes of nectarine, butterscotch, and blanched almonds. The palate confirms the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of lychee and lemon curd. The finish is long and lingering with sweet oak accents. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a creamy texture. $34.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Troon Vineyard Estate - Kubli Bench Zinfandel Applegate Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, medium violet color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of blueberry, black currant, and rhubarb with supporting notes of cranberry and fig. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of boysenberry and mineral. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. This Zinfandel is co-fermented with 3% Petite Sirah (a frequent varietal partner) and the wine is matured in seasoned, mature oak for a period of 12 months. $20 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Troon Vineyard Estate - Kubli Bench Cuvée Côt Malbec Applegate Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and five spice with supporting notes of leather, black tea, plum, and balsamic. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of boysenberry and sour cherry with accents of earth and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. $35 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Troon Vineyard Estate - Kubli Bench Blanc Applegate Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, medium green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of sudachi, persimmon, and beeswax with supporting notes of slate and apricot stone. The palate confirms the nose delivering an eclectic fruit-driven core with flavors of quince and hay. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a waxy and slightly oily texture. Made with a blend of 52% Marsanne and 48% Viognier. $25 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Troon Vineyard Estate - Kubli Bench Roussanne Applegate Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, medium green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of persimmon, citrus zest, chamomile tea, and soursop with supporting notes of pear. The palate confirms the nose delivering a citrus-driven core with flavors of dry Sherry, beeswax, and mildly oxidized orchard fruits. The finish is crisp with accents of pear skin. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $30 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
