Mercer Malbec Horse Heaven Hills 2015
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry, blackberry, and plum with supporting notes of oak, vanilla, and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of mocha and cassis. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a voluptuous texture. $19.99 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Mercer Sauvignon Blanc Horse Heaven Hills 2016
Brilliant, pale straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of grapefruit, hay, and gooseberry with supporting notes of kiwi and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of lemon grass. The finish is crisp with trailing notes of citrus. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Sauvignon Blanc. $14.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Troon Cuvée Rolle Vermentino Applegate Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, pale gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of tropical fruit, quince, and honeysuckle with supporting notes of apricot stone and orange peel. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical fruits-driven core with flavors of pineapple. The finish is long and lingering with vibrant notes of citrus. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent yet vibrant texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. $20 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Troon Vermentino Applegate Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple, kumquat, and pear with supporting notes of jasmine and white peach. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of lychee and a pleasing waxy note. The finish is long and lingering with bright citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a creamy texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. $15 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Bogle Sauvignon Blanc California 2016
Brilliant, light straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pineapple, lychee, and lemon with supporting notes of jasmine and kiwi. The palate confirms the nose delivering a citrus and tropical fruit-driven core with flavors of green melon. The finish is crisp with subtle lemon zest and mineral notes. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Sauvignon Blanc. $10 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
Bogle Chardonnay California 2016
Brilliant, medium green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of tropical fruit, lemon curd, and lychee with supporting notes of honeysuckle, butterscotch, and pear. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, baked apple, and nectarine. The finish lingers with accents of oak and vanilla. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a creamy texture. Made with 100% Chardonnay. $10 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
Bogle Essential Red California 2015
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of cassis and plum with supporting notes of black cherry, cigar box, cocoa, and oak. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black cherry and brown baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins and silky oak tones. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. $11 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Derby Fifteen 10 Red Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry, tapenade, and plum with supporting notes of mocha and vanilla. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of cassis with accents of smoked game and black licorice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. $32 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Derby Project Espana Red Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant, plum, and mineral with supporting notes of sour cherry, five spice, and leather. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry with accents of toasted oak and mocha. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a voluptuous texture. $32 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Derby Implico Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant, black cherry, and plum with supporting notes of cigar box, thyme, and eucalyptus. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of cassis with supporting notes of anise, oak, and dried figs. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a chewy texture. $34 – 4 Stars – 91 points
