Wine Reviews

Deep, darkest ruby to purple color. The nose is filled with the scents of black plum, blackberry, and blueberry with accents of mineral, allspice with dried herbs, and soft earth tones. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich, fruit-centric core with waves of spice, oak, and subtle earth notes that merge nicely with the soft, chewy tannins. Medium to full-bodied with waves of dense fruit and ideal balance with a bright dose of acidity. Made with 100% Malbec. $25 – 4 Stars - 90 points

Very pale straw color with perfect clarity. The nose is crisp and vibrant offering classic Sauvignon Blanc aromatics like green grass, lime zest, citrus juice, and green apple, with hints of orange zest and apricot stones. The palate is in full agreement with the nose offering a vibrant fruit core with the fruit carrying more weight than expected with bright citrus on the edges keeping fresh. Medium to light-bodied with lean fruit notes and bright acidity that keeps it ideally balanced. Made with 100% Sauvignon Blanc. $16 – 3.5 Stars - 88 points

Bright and deep pink color. The nose is expressive with the scents of ripe raspberry and strawberry with hints of cranberry and cherry, mineral, and rose petals. The palate echoes the nose delivering a fruit-driven center with hints of supporting flavors. It's a big and fat Rosé with loads of fruit but a bit light on the fresh dose of acidity that many Rosé drinkers are seeking. $16 – 3 Stars - 84 points

Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is filled with the scents of ripe red and black fruits led by blackberry and cassis with black cherry, plum, and a touch of raspberry with a generous dose of brown baking spices, and toasted oak with hints of cigar box. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich and jammy fruit-driven core with loads of sexy baking spices and wood accents that are all kept in check by a bright dose of acidity. Medium to full-bodied with superb balance and great length with rich, chewy tannins. $25 – 4.5 Stars - 94 points

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Very pale straw color with a constant stream of fine bubbles. The nose is very fresh offering scents of ripe pear and white peach with supporting notes of honeysuckle, mineral, and citrus zest. The palate echoes the nose delivering a vibrant, fruit-focused core that is framed by crisp green apple and soft citrus like acidity that lingers on to a clean finish. Medium-bodied and ideally balanced with fresh fruit blast and a creamy mouthfeel thanks to the persistent mousse of fine bubbles. $9.99 – 4 Stars - 90 points

Brilliant pale straw color. The aromatics are expressive with white roses in the lead supported by notes of peach, red apple, and citrus with accents of orange peel and red grapefruit. The palate fully confirms the nose with the red grapefruit notes rising to prominence with accents of apple and fully ripe peach with soft, tart notes of citrus. Medium-bodied with rich orchard fruit notes and balancing citrus accents. $9.99 – 3 Stars - 86 points

Deep, dark violet color. The nose is filled with the scents of black cherry, blackberries, and cassis with supporting notes of young cigars, mocha, and vanilla. The palate equals the nose delivering a lush and fruity core with soft, milk chocolate notes, sweet, vanilla-accented oak, and mocha. Medium-bodied with a rich, silky fruit-driven core flanked by subtle notes of acidity and soft, chewy tannins. Made with 100% Malbec. $18 – 3.5 Stars - 88 points

Pale straw color. The nose is aromatic and quite pleasing with scents of white peach, lychee, and tropical fruits with accents of mineral and vanilla. The palate delivers on the promise of the nose revealing an ultra-balanced wine with vibrancy and bright citrus-like acidity. Medium-bodied with fresh, crisp acidity giving it perfect balance. $17 – 3.5 Stars - 89 points

Deep ruby red color. The nose reveals a densely fruity wine with scents of concentrated red fruits, plum, cherry, and cassis with accents of mineral and oak. The palate echoes the nose delivering a very lush and silky fruit-driven core with subtle notes of baking spice and oak on the flanks. Medium to full-bodied with rich, juicy fruit and enough bright acidity to keep it perfectly balanced. $20 – 3.5 Stars - 88 points

Brilliant, golden straw color. The nose is quite vibrant and fragrant filled with the scents of spring flowers, freshly cut grass, lemongrass, green apples, and citrus with hints of mineral and fresh herbs. The palate echoes the nose delivering a generous but sprite fruit-centric core with a pronounced tart and sour fruit note that adds so much dimension and intrigue while it finishes with hints of candied ginger, mineral, and lemon zest. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with waves of ripe and tart fruits. Made with 100% Albariño. $12 – 4.5 Stars - 94 points