10 Wine Reviews Found

  • Food Pairing: Huntsman
Red Mare Alpha Mare White Blend 2017
94 Points

Red Mare Alpha Mare White Blend 2017

Aromas here are reflective of the warmer vintage, with honeyed beeswax, Gewürztraminer-like spicy florals, ripe stone fruit and the suggestion of fresh cut straw. Once in the mouth, these characters are balanced with lifted, delicate and complex notions of melon and peach tea. The beautiful arc is grounded by an undercurrent of fleshy roundness and...

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98 Points

Domaine de la Mordoree CdP Reine des Bois 2020

This new arrival is truly rock-star material overflowing with magical red fruit and exotic spices including blackcurrants, chocolate dusted espresso beans, graphite and and savory herb notes. Mordorée’s 2019 Chateauneuf du Pape impresses with off-thecharts richness and depth on the palate, with layers of black and red fruits, truffle, garrigue, saddle leather. A seemingly eternal...

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97 Points

The Vineyardist Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2020

The alluring bouquet features fragrant jasmine, guava and hints of vanilla wafers. The palate entices with refreshing lemon zest, hints of honeydew melon, tangerine and kumquat. This sumptuous white crescendos with white peach flavors, and zesty ginger plus hints of kiwi on the satiny finish. – September 2022

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97 Points

Plinth Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2021

An exquisite balance of refreshing fruit and minerals, this Sauv Blanc shows what the upper echelons of quality can achieve. The bouquet is extremely expressive with fresh mint, citrus zest, and honeydew melon. The palate showcases a lip-smakin’ tasty key lime pie component balanced by refreshing minerality and an exquisitely creamy mouth feel. The tangy...

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98 Points

Domaine La Barroche CdP Fiancée 2019

The Fiancée 2019 is an intensely delicious red wine (reminding us why we fell in love with Chateauneuf du Pape decades ago) that is impressive now and has a distinguished future. This thoroughbred displays immense power with bold tannins and irresistible layers of opulent flavors tightly wound including kirsch, framboise, black cherry, baking spices and...

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98 Points

Marston Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc Haute Albion 2018

This awe-inspiring white wine boasts fragrant honeysuckle and gardenias on the bouquet. Charming notes of kiwi, honeydew melon and Key lime pie romanced us from the beginning. Refreshing lemon zest, tangerine and white peaches led to a sultry finish that was oh-so-creamy and pure fun! This is a winner. – October 2021

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98 Points

Arkenstone Sauvignon Blanc Howell Mtn. 2019

An outrageously-delicious + refreshing wine that delights with power and elegance. The bouquet is dominated by dazzling aromas of lemon oil, honeysuckle and passion fruit. The creamy palate showcases exotic flavors of papaya, honeydew melon, hibiscus, and a subtle hint of toasted oak. There’s a lot to love here; a refreshing thriller you’ll find yourself...

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98 Points

Kenzo Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc Napa Sei 2018

This refreshing nectar looks (and tastes) like golden honey, featuring an iridescent yellow-green glow of brilliance. Supremely delicious notes of pie crust, toasted almonds, candied lemon and orange zest. Enjoy every sip for a celebration now through 2030. Perfect with sushi, oysters and French cheeses. Wow, this is sooooo fun we’re already thirsty for another...

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98 Points

Gaja Sauvignon Blanc Alteni di Brassica 2018

Gaja Alteni di Brassica Langhe Piedmont 2018 is a vibrant beauty that captures your attention with aromas of white roses, exotic fruit, Star jasmine, and ginger bread. The mouthfeel is lean with crisp notes of pear, honeydew melon and a sexy finish that left us begging for more. This supremely delicious white wine is a...

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98 Points

Gaja Sauvignon Blanc Alteni di Brassica 2019

The brand new Gaja Alteni Sauvignon Blanc sports a super flashy bouquet and invites your attention with aromas of white roses, Star jasmine, and ginger bread. The mouthfeel is both elegant and immensely refreshing with crisp notes of pear, honeydew melon, lemongrass and a racy finish that lasted a full minute and left us begging...

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