Tablas Creek Mourvedre Adelaida District 2016
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of plum and blackberry with supporting notes of pomegranate, cocoa, and baking spices. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of raspberry, earth, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins and tart red fruits. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. Made with 100% Mourvedre. A delicious Mourvedre — just as good as their great 2015 Mourvedre. $40 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Troon Vineyard Estate - Kubli Bench Vermentino Applegate Valley 2017
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple and pear with supporting notes of kumquat, green tea, sandalwood, and wet stones with a pleasingly herbaceous accent. The palate echoes the nose delivering an orchard fruits and citrus-driven core with flavors of green melon and sudachi. The finish is long and lingering with silky fruit and citrus zest accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a bright and slightly creamy texture. Made with 100% Vermentino. $18 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Blanc Adelaida District 2016
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of spring flowers, white peach, and lychee with supporting notes of honey and beeswax. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of pear and apricot stone. The finish is long and lingering. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. $45 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Blanc Paso Robles 2017
Brilliant, medium green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of spring flowers, orange peel, and pear with supporting notes of green apple, wild mint, and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of ripe red grapefruit and guava. The finish is long and lingering with accents of apple and citrus zest. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a blend of 44% Grenache Blanc, 29% Viognier, 12% Marsanne, 12% Roussanne, and 3% Clairette Blanche. $25 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Putnam Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2016
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and black tea with supporting notes of boysenberry, earth, slate, and violet. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of red cherry and hibiscus flower. The finish is long and lingering featuring accents of allspice and oak with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. 100% Pinot Noir $65 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Tongue Dancer Wines Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2016
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, medium gold color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of lemon curd, lychee, and white tropical flowers with supporting notes of wet stones and citrus zest. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach and subtle toasted oak accents. The finish is long and lingering with trailing floral and citrus notes. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with an opulent texture that is kept vibrant with a deft dose of bright acidity. Made with 100% Chardonnay. $50 – 5 Stars – 98 points
Tablas Creek Grenache Blanc Adelaida District 2017
Brilliant, medium gold/green color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple, citrus zest, and pear with supporting notes of lime and slate. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apple and kiwi. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a waxy texture. $35 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
Tablas Creek Cotes de Tablas Blanc Adelaida District 2017
Brilliant, medium gold/green color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of white peach and apple with supporting notes of green melon, honeysuckle, and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apricot, kiwi, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with ripe fruit and crisp citrus accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent but vibrant texture. 44% Viognier, 24% Marsanne, 20% Grenache Blanc, and 12% Roussanne $30 – 4 Stars – 93 points
Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Oporto 2012
Brilliant, dark ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry and slate with supporting notes of cassis, five spice, violet, and cocoa. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits and sweet, toasted oak. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture. This port is made from grapes grown in tow of the region's best vineyards: Quinta do Bomfirm and Quinta da Senhora. It's the prefect after dinner drink. $24 – 4.5 Stars – 96 points
Cincinnato Raverosse Cori 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of blackberry, raspberry, and slate with supporting notes of dried herbs and five spice. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black cherry and subtle sweet oak accents. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant and juicy texture. Made with a blend of 50% Nero Buono, 30% Montepulciano, 20% Cesanese. Lovely to drink on it's own but it really shines with rich stews, roasted mushrooms, or roasted pork. $15 – 4 Stars – 91 points
