175 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma
99 Points

Boars’ View Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2018

Fans of BIG, bold and unabashedly buttery (yes!) Chardonnay will adore this ultra-flashy new release. The color resembles liquid gold and the obsession-inducing nectar reminds us of the uniquely hedonistic thrills by Marcassin plus the richness of favorites such as Peter Michael or Aubert’s rarest bottlings. We particularly respect the core of freshness that supports... Read Full Review
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Boars’ View Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2019

Seductive aromas of vanilla and browned butter to go along with a richly-textured palate and flavors of ultra-creamy oak, caramel apple and bananas foster. The richness is balanced by crisp lemon and background salinity. Intense, long finish. Best Chardonnay I’ve tasted from here. Enjoy now through 2026. Read Full Review
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Boars’ View Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2016

What a joy to re-taste this gorgeous Pinot now that it has benefitted from just a few years of cellar time! The fragrant bouquet fragrant reminds us of strolling through a red rose garden. The velvety rich texture leads to dark berries, black plum, pomegranate, and fig jam all perfectly woven together. Just approaching its... Read Full Review
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Boars’ View Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018

Fresh roses, cherries and vanilla on the nose. A mouth filling Pinot that is really juicy, yet elegant and balanced with cranberries, cherry and nutmeg on the palate. Generous ripeness and depth of flavor with a fresh finish that goes on forever. Just about as perfect as Pinot gets in California. Read Full Review
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Bob Cabral Pinot Noir Electric Hippy 2022

Oh my! This enchanting new Pinot is a mind-bending experience that opulent Pinot enthusiasts (think Marcassin!) are going to adore. The captivating bouquet displays stunning aromas of violets, creme de cassis, cherries, and Christmas spices. A tour de force, this exquisite Pinot Noir delivers magically delicious waves of blueberry compote, black plum, oolong tea, cranberry,... Read Full Review
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Bob Cabral Chardonnay Anne Rose 2019

A uniquely delicious Chardonnay that balances richness with vibrancy. The nose opens with a subtle salty tang and a hint of brioche. On the palate, waves of creamy orange vanilla and Manila mango unfold, lifted by bright lemony acidity and anchored by a deep, honeyed backbone. Tangerine zest adds lift, while a spicy, saline finish... Read Full Review
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Bob Cabral Pinot Noir Troubadour 2019

A masterfully vibrant, juicy expression that layers dense dark red fruits with a remarkable sense of lightness and lift. Wild strawberry, 3D raspberry, and blood orange burst from the glass, supported by a silky yet energetic structure. A rich core is laced with savory threads of rosemary and sarsaparilla, while exotic spices of cinnamon, clove,... Read Full Review
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Chateau Boswell Chardonnay Ritchie 2017

This is California Chardonnay at its best! With just a few years of cellar time, the 2017 Chateau Boswell Ritchie is now even more ultra-rich and opulent, yet gloriously refreshing with dazzling bright fruit. The introduction features a symphony of fresh fruit flavors balanced by a sense of harmony and class only found in California’s... Read Full Review
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Melka Sauvignon Blanc Mekerra 2015

Holy smokes! This magnificent Sauvignon Blanc has everything going for it. While it has a richness and complexity, a strong, mineral backbone and lifted acidity makes it supremely refreshing and satisfying. Lemon, lime zest, orange marmalade, and white flowers lead to a mineral driven palate reminiscent of the best Bordeaux Blanc (or California’s best Sauvignon... Read Full Review