Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Blanc Adelaida District 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, medium gold/green color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of wild flowers, honey, and kiwi with supporting notes of citrus zest, jasmine, and green tea. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, citrus zest, apricot stone, and a bees wax note on the finish that mingles with oak. The finish is long and lingering. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a rich but vibrant texture. $45 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Blanc Adelaida District 2018
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium gold/green color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pear and white peach with supporting notes of green apple, spring flowers, kumquat, and wild mint. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of ripe orchard fruits with citrus, pineapple, and grapefruit. The finish is long and lingering with citrus zest and green apple skin. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet generous texture. Our favorite Patelin Blanc to date (and we have liked them all)! $25 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Tablas Creek Grenache Blanc Adelaida District 2018
Brilliant, medium gold/green color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple and grapefruit with supporting notes of lemon grass, soursop, tarragon, and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of white peach, lemon curd, and citrus zest. The finish is long and lingering with bright citrus notes. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $35 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Sassoregale Vermentino Maremma Toscana 2017
Brilliant, light yellow straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple, guava, and apricot stone with supporting notes of green melon, honeysuckle, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of green melon and kiwi. The finish lingers. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $15 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
Ruffino Modus IGT Toscano 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and red cherry with supporting notes of plum, earth, dried herbs, and rosemary. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of freshly crushed berries, dark cocoa, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe and chewy tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a rich, meaty texture. Made with a blend of 39% Sangiovese, 35% Merlot, and 26% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a harmonious blend of the three varietals but it certainly has the soul of Tuscan Sangiovese. $25.99 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Chateau Lassègue, Lassègue Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and forest floor with supporting notes of five spice, black currant, black tea, and plum. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits, leather, and oak. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a rich texture with dried fruits and mineral rising on the finish. Made with a blend of 62% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon. A young and beautiful wine from a difficult vintage. $65 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Bogle Rosé California 2018
Brilliant, light salmon color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of strawberry and raspberry with supporting notes of red cherry and hibiscus flower. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of ripe red berries, orange peel, and semi-tart cranberry. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a blend of Cabernet, Merlot, and Zinfandel. $13 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
Palmer & Co. Brut Reserve Reims NV
Brilliant, medium golden color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pear and toasted bread with supporting notes of citrus zest, bees wax, and white peach. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of pear, lemon curd, buttery brioche, and honey. The finish is long and lingering with toasty lees and citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet creamy texture. Roughly half of the blend is Chardonnay supported by Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and rested on its lees, in bottle for four years. $60 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Beringer Bros. Whisper Sister Cabernet Sauvignon California 2017
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep violet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and cassis with supporting notes of plum, slate, and oak. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits, cocoa, and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with ripe, chewy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety and supple texture. Made with 97% Cabernet with a bright dose of 3% Petite Sirah that adds spice. Most of the fruit is sourced from Napa (86%) with 14% from Sonoma County. $30 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Conte Priola Gold Release Pinot Grigio Friuli Grave 2018
Brilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pear and green apple with supporting notes of red grapefruit and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apricot and lime. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Fresh, crisp, and a great value. $9.99 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
