Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Paso Robles 2019
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
Tablas Creek Vermentino Adelaida District 2020
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
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Rosé Paso Robles 2020
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
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
