38 Wine Reviews Found

  • Aromatics: Strawberry
96 Points

Maggy Hawk Pinot Noir Jolie 2020

Bold and fun right out of the gate, Jolie is a refreshing, easy to drink Pinot with bright red fruit flavors including strawberry and cranberry. The finish is rich and silky with hints of blood orange. – May 2023

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98 Points

Walson Holland Pinot Noir Duvarita 2020

This ultra-polished, velvety smooth Pinot is guaranteed to dazzle fans of California’s rarest {think Sea Smoke or Kistler} as well as Burgundy from top vintages. Offering up alluring aromas of wild strawberry, mint tea and fresh herbs. This boutique gem expresses a sensational intensity of fruit flavors including raspberries, strawberries plus exotic spices and a...

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97 Points

Vineyard 29 Zinfandel Aida 2019

“Always one of California’s finest Zinfandels, the new Aida Estate is another powerhouse. Aromas of freshly baked berry pie and spicy sangria lead the way into a full-bodied, fruit-driven palate carried by Napa Cabernet-like structure. This is a decadent wine, but one with balance and elegance to spare. Impressive. Enjoy now through 2025.” – September...

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96 Points

The Hilt Pinot Noir Estate Sta. Rita Hills 2019

This elegant Estate Pinot Noir is a gorgeous value that will impress on any day of the week. The bouquet pulls you in with juicy red cherry, cranberry, raspberry, ripe strawberry, and savory herbs. The palate is silky smooth with a mouthwatering finish. – August 2022

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97 Points

Paul Lato Pinot Noir Suerte 2020

The Suerte Vineyard Pinot Noir is succulent, bright, and finessed, with notes of fresh strawberry, boysenberry, red cherries, and sweet baking spice, translating to a palate that is a perfect balance of sweet ripe fruits, savory herbs, oolong tea and silky tannins that establish a firm backbone. Delicious now with a wide array of menus...

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98 Points

Domaine Santa Duc CdP La Crau Ouest 2019

A truly brilliant new Châteauneuf du Pape from the highly-anticipated 2019 vintage. Bright and ultra-fresh notes of wild strawberries, raspberries, and cherry lead to hints of candied red apple. We adored the symphony of lavish flavors on the mid-palate (including kirsch, framboise, black cherry, blueberry) and the monumentally delicious finish that dazzled with notes of...

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98 Points

Canard Duchene Champagne Charles VII Brut Rose NV

With its delicate, pinkish hue and magnificent pearlized ribbon, the Charles VII Rose stands apart for its intense, fresh fruit notes of strawberries, cherries, and hints of cassis against a backdrop of mineral notes for enhanced freshness. This bright, seductive cuvee is delightful as an aperitif, enjoyed throughout the evening or to accompany an array...

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98 Points

Kenzo Rosé Napa Yui 2021

The fresh and fun new release of Kenzo’s boutique Rosé is another winner! We savored the brilliant notes of fresh raspberry, creamy strawberry, ruby red grapefruit and oolong tea. The mid-palate flexes a bit of muscle, and then features ripe red strawberry in a memorable finish. This is a perfect Spring and Summer sipper that...

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99 Points

Walson Holland Pinot Noir Duvarita 2019

This ultra-polished, velvety smooth Pinot is guaranteed to dazzle fans of California’s rarest {think Sea Smoke or Kistler} as well as Burgundy from top vintages. Offering up alluring aromas of wild strawberry, mint tea and baking spices. This boutique gem expresses a sensational intensity of fruit flavors including raspberries, strawberries plus exotic spices and a...

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98 Points

Williams Selyem Zinfandel Papera Vineyard 2020

This new release is a truly awe-inspiring red wine reminiscent of the finest releases by Turley or even Vineyard 29. The bouquet features a dazzling array of brilliant blueberry jam, cherries, pomegranate, and strawberry cream and the flavors explode with a galaxy of exotic spices, figs, vanilla, and hints of mint on the finish. This...

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