2Hawk Grenache Rogue Valley 2018
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
2Hawk Viognier Rogue Valley 2019
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
Domaine Laougué Les Passionnes Madiran 2018
Brilliant, dark ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and graphite with supporting notes of blackberry, earth, black tea, five spice, and hints of smoke. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of bramble fruit, balsamic, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture. $19.99 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Ferrari Brut Trento NV
Brilliant, medium straw color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of apple, spring flowers, and quince with supporting notes of bread dough and citrus. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apple and pear with toasty bread crust. The finish is crisp with lingering citrus and yeast accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Chardonnay. $27.99 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Troon Vineyard Kubli Bench Rosé Applegate Valley 2020
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekSlightly hazy, light salmon color. The aromatics are pleasingly intense offering scents of raspberry and wild strawberry with supporting notes of cranberry and slate. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, orange peel, and tropical fruits. The finish lingers with crisp citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a unique blend of 60% Tinta Roriz and 40% Primotivo. $25 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Red Hills Cellars Rosé Grenache Rogue Valley 2020
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry and pomegranate with supporting notes of red plum and nectarine. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of wild strawberry, red grapefruit, and hints of cranberry. The finish is long and crisp with tart red fruits lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Grenache. $25 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Red Hills Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Rogue Valley 2020
Brilliant, light green/gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of lemon curd and grapefruit with supporting notes of lime, slate, and honeysuckle. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, lemon grass, and kiwi. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $25 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Red Hills Cellars Vytis White Blend Southern Oregon 2020
Brilliant, medium green/gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of honeysuckle and red grapefruit with supporting notes of jasmine, kiwi, and lemon grass. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of green apple, white peach, green tea, and bees wax. The finish is long and lingering with crisp citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $25 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Troon Vineyard Glou-Glou Grenache Applegate Valley 2020
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and violet with supporting notes of fermenting red berries, mineral, and lavender and a subtle campfire note. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of wild berries, strawberry, and hibiscus flower. The finish lingers with subtle green notes. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Grenache crafted by whole-cluster carbonic maceration (think Beaujolais) and finished in stainless steel. $25 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Pratt Vyd Irwin Lane Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2019
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium gold/green color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of lychee and freshly baked bread with supporting notes of white peach, kumquat, and wild honey. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of pineapple, lemon curd, and wet stones. The finish lingers with crisp citrus accents and subtle pear notes. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet expansive texture. This is perhaps out favorite TDW Pratt Vineyard Chardonnay yet. We love the balance $42 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
