15 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Red Wine
96 Points

Amuse Bouche Rose Pret a Boire 2019

This new discovery is pale salmon pink in color, it offers enticing aromas of fresh cut red roses, cherry tart and fresh strawberries, with hints of baking spices. The palate flexes a bit of muscle, but displays classic notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp cherry, and refreshing brightness that culminate in a memorable finish. This... Read Full Review
96 Points

Dalla Valle Red Blend Pietre Rosse 2018

This debut Cabernet blend impresses with dark fruit and grainy tannins (ideal with juicy grilled meats) melded together harmoniously. The bouquet boasts captivating aromas of baking cocoa and spices that lead to seductive layers of blackberry, plums and sage on the spicy finish. Thanks to a deft integration of savory flavors, this relative bargain may... Read Full Review
96 Points

L’Aventure Optimus 2020

Aromas of fresh blueberry and BBQ ribs stimulate the senses, leading to this absolutely delicious new release of Optimus 2020. We savored the serious & silky smooth texture plus opulent fruit notes complimented by espresso and hints of chocolate covered coconut (think Almond Joy!) that had us begging for another sip. Pure fun! Read Full Review
96 Points

La Sirena Art Bus 2014

This is frankly a stunning, vibrantly bold, robust and intense red, big and burly with plum, black olive, blackberry, licorice aromas and flavors all over. Floral notes take on the meaty, gamy overtones, amidst juicy strawberries dipped in dark chocolate, graphite, clove, sweet tobacco and Turkish coffee. The tannins show silky and supportive while the... Read Full Review
96 Points

Realm Cellars Rose La Fe 2020

This sumptuous new discovery is salmon pink in color and entices with aromas of fresh cut red roses and fresh strawberry tart. The palate delivers refreshing notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp cherry, and refreshing brightness; a gorgeous combination of Napa fruit and the deft touch of a Frenchman (who loves Burgundy). The tangy finish... Read Full Review
96 Points

Rudd Crossroads Mountain Blend 2021

We admired the aromas of chocolate covered cherries and roses that led to luscious flavors including dark cocoa, blackberry, graphite and hints of pecan brownies on the weighty finish. Seriously impressive, particularly considering the price / pedigree value. Read Full Review
97+ Points

Kenzo Rose Napa Yui 2018

The new Yui Rosé once again offers clear evidence that this style of wine can be as serious as any Napa Cabernet. The bouquet is crisp and refreshing, offering plenty of bright raspberry, and hints of spring flowers. The palate flexes a bit of muscle, but displays classic notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp pomegranate,... Read Full Review
97 Points

Mayacamas Red Wine Mt. Veeder 2013

A beautifully old-school Napa blend that is lifted, serious, and powerful. The nose opens with black cherry, ripe blackberry and fig with star anise, subtle grilled herbs, pine and cured-meat savoriness. On the palate it is taut and finely etched, with red- and dark-fruit tones with crisp mineral energy, classic graphite and cigar-box. Leather, resinous... Read Full Review
98 Points

Kenzo Rose Napa Yui 2020

Once again, Kenzo’s boutique Rosé is absolutely captivating from the first sip! This salmon hued thriller, races out with a plethora of fresh raspberry, creamy strawberry, ruby red grapefruit notes plus hints of spring flowers. The mid-palate flexes a bit of muscle, and then features ripe red strawberry in a memorable finish. This is a... Read Full Review
98 Points

Kenzo Rose Napa Yui 2019

This new vintage of Yui Rosé is particularly vibrant, boasting a delightful array of bright raspberry, and hints of spring flowers reminiscent of the French Riviera. The palate flexes a bit of muscle, and displays classic notes of ripe red strawberry, crisp cherry, plus refreshing brightness that culminate in a memorable finish. This is a... Read Full Review