Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Paso Robles 2014
Deep, dark, ruby red color. The nose is wonderfully intense with scents of red cherry upfront followed by notes of plum, wild raspberry, and blackberry compote with accents of blueberry skins, mince meat, rich earth, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a dense and chewy fruit-driven core with layers of juicy and dried fruits that linger on toward a rustic finish with moderate tannins. Medium to full-bodied with ultra dense fruit while being perfectly balanced with a bright dose of acidity that keeps it fresh and vibrant. $25 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Be Bordo Le Fruity Red Bordeaux 2014
Lively, ruby red color. The nose is filled with scents of red cherries and plum supported by accents of mint, earth, and oak. The palate echoes the nose with a dry fruit core flanked by subtle spice and earth notes and finishing with a dense mineral note. Medium-bodied with ideal balance thanks to a fresh dose of acidity and moderate tannins. $11.99 – 3.5 Stars – 87 points
Be Bordo Le Crisp White Bordeaux 2014
Brilliant, pale straw color. The nose is very clean and appealing with scents of crisp green apple, fresh grass, citrus, and white peach. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a vibrant fruit-focused core with delicate accents of citrus, mineral, and fresh green herbs. Medium-bodied with ultra-fresh, bright acidity keeping this wine perfectly balanced. $11.99 – 3.5 Stars – 89 points
Insurrection Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon South Eastern Australia 2014
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekDeepest, darkest, ruby red color. The nose is packed full with ripe, sweet red and black berries with a dash of tart berries to add interest. The jammy fruit is supported by a generous dose of brown baking spices, dark chocolate, cigar, and hints of charred, sweet oak. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a lush but ideally balanced fruit core flanked by waves of spice, cigar box, and subtle oak notes. Full-bodied and certainly jammy with enough vibrant acidity to keep it fresh with structured but firm tannins. $17 – 4 Stars – 91 points
13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2015
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, pale straw color. The aromatics are ultra fresh and clean offering a clever marriage of citrus zest, grapefruit pulp, and vibrant tropical fruits with wild herbs, mineral, and orange peel. The palate faithfully follows the nose delivering a bright, citrus focus with layers of grass, herbs, and silky tropical fruits that become more generous as the wine slightly warms. Medium-bodied with perfect balance with subtle lingering citrus notes. Made with 100% Sauvignon Blanc. $17 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Falesco Vitiano Bianco Umbria IGP 2014
Brilliant, pale straw color. The nose is wonderfully fresh and aromatic with scents of spring flowers, ripe pear, sweet grapefruit juice, lime zest, and white peach. The palate echoes the nose delivering a vibrant, fruit-driven core with zesty citrus notes on the flanks and a bright herbal finish. Medium-bodied and crisp with generous fruit and a perfect dose of bright acidity. $12 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Falesco Vitiano Rosato Umbria IGP 2014
Deep coral to salmon color. The nose is packed with ripe sweet and tart fruits ranging from strawberry to red cherry and cranberry with hints of plum and red roses. The palate echoes the nose delivering a sweet and tart fruit-focused wine with plenty of spice and acidity to keep it fresh and appealing. Medium-bodied with generous fruit and ideal balancing acidity. $12 – 3.5 Stars – 88 points
Falesco Vitiano Rosso Umbria IGP 2013
Deep, ruby red color. The nose explodes with the scents of violets, raspberry, plum, and black cherry with accents of star anise, fresh sweet herbs, tomato jam, and hints of oak and vanilla. The palate is in full accord with the nose as the ripe and rich fruit fills the mouth with lingering spice and oak notes finishing with soft, chewy tannins. Medium-bodied with lush and generous fruit while having the perfect portion of acidity making it vibrant and begging for the next sip. $12 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Falesco Ferentano Roscetto Lazio IGT 2012
Brilliant, pale golden color. The nose is very aromatic and complex with scents of mango, fermented peach, honeysuckle, muskmelon, and mangosteen with accents of fresh tarragon, sweet grapefruit, and vanilla bean. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich but vibrant, fruit-driven core with tart apricot and citrus zest notes in support with hints of ginger, raw sugar, and vanilla on the finish. Medium to full-bodied with great depth, length, and perfect balance. Made with 100% Roscetto, an ancient variety indigenous to the Montefiascone region of Lazio. $24 – 4.5 Stars – 95 points
Falesco Montiano Merlot Lazio IGP 2012
Deep ruby to garnet red color. The nose is complex and expressive with dense black cherry and black berry notes supported by an exotic brown baking spice mélange, dark chocolate, and sexy oak accents. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a lush and dense fruit core with spice, oak, and subtle earth notes perfectly woven into the fabric. Full-bodied with the kind of power, grace, and balance found only in top class wines. Made with 100% Merlot. $50 – 5 Stars – 97 points
