Tablas Creek Roussanne Adelaida District 2018
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of honeysuckle and sandalwood with supporting notes of apricot stone, ginger, quince, and orange peel. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, pear, and green tea. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a waxy texture. $40 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Pago Casa Gran Casa Benasal Elegant Valencia 2016
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry, dried herbs, and earth with supporting notes of black tea and blackberry. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of plum and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a meaty texture. $15.99 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Livia Antica Greco di Tufo DOCG 2018
Brilliant, light pale straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green melon and kiwi with supporting notes of citrus zest, orange peel, and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of red grapefruit and apricot. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $15 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Roccafiore Il Sangiovese Umbria IGP 2016
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of red currant and forest floor with supporting notes of baking spices and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety texture. $14 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Korbel Prosecco DOC NV
Brilliant, light pale straw color with a medium bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of Asian pear and white peach with supporting notes of wet stones and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of ripe green apple and honeysuckle. The finish is crisp. Light to medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $14.99 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau Rosé 2019
Brilliant, light salmon color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of red grapefruit and peach with supporting notes of persimmon, apricot stone, and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe and tart orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of raspberry, orange peel, and cranberry. The finish is long and lingering with bright citrus notes. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $12.99 – 3.5 Stars – 87 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
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
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
Tipp Rambler Sparkling Rosé California NV
Brilliant, medium salmon color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and wet stones with supporting notes of violet and cranberry. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of raspberry and red currant. The finish lingers. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a juicy texture. Made with 100% Pinot Noir. $7 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
