8 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Mendocino County
95 Points

Drew Pinot Noir Estate Faîte De Mer Farm 2020

This wine has everything you want in a cool climate Pinot: crisp acidity, beautiful florals, and tangy fruit; however, there’s another layer packed with juicy pomegranate, fresh cranberry, and cherry cola that takes it to the next level. These coastal grapes sit above the fog line, meaning they get to soak up the warm CA...

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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2006
95 Points

Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2006

WOW! Starting with complex, sensuous aromas of dried cherry and herbs, this remarkable wine experience launches forth with opulent bright cherry, raspberry and a hint of strawberry – rhubarb pie on the silky finish. Notes of lavender and cranberries come through a full 20 seconds after finishing this tasty creation. This is a massive wine...

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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2007
94 Points

Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2007

This deliciously opulent creation is guaranteed to impress anyone who still thinks Pinot is a wimpy wine. This wine is a truly rambunctuous red and 100% unfiltered ’boutique’ production (less than 300 cases!). Outstanding 95 WOW! Starting with complex, sensuous aromas of dried cherry and herbs, this remarkable wine experience launches forth with opulent bright...

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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2011
96 Points

Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2011

. Rich aromas of dark berries, spice, and anise explode from the glass. Beautifully focused, the Adrian Fog has opulent, full mouth-feel and delivers wave after wave of berry, black cherry, and strawberry continuing on to a mile-long finish. While it is clear that this Pinot is built to last, it is thoroughly enjoyable now.

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Atrea Zinfandel Old Soul Red 2006
93 Points

Atrea Zinfandel Old Soul Red 2006

This seriously tasty wine defies the oh-so friendly price. This sensational new release displays thrilling notes of ripe, creamy blackberries, blueberry-pie, and a dash of spicy oak. The velvety finish includes flavors that include black cherry, chocolate, and dark spices with soft tannins that make this an impressive experience now but sophisticated enough to last...

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Baxter Pinot Noir Toulouse Vineyard 2006
94 Points

Baxter Pinot Noir Toulouse Vineyard 2006

Classic Anderson Valley, this full-bodied pinot is full of dark-flavored beauties as well as light red fruits like strawberry and cherry. Has some floral aromatics as well as vanilla. complex pinot with great balance and sweet tannins with a finish that goes on and on. Don’t miss.

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Breggo Chardonnay Savoy 2006
92 Points

Breggo Chardonnay Savoy 2006

The Savoy Vineyard consistently produces Chardonnays that are full, rich and renown for their exotic tropical fruit flavors. Breggo s Savoy shows complex aromas of creamy vanillas and crème brulee, ripe mango and citrus peel. These aromas follow through onto the palate with seductive brioche, hazelnuts and orange blossoms, all riding on a rich and...

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Breggo Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2007
93 Points

Breggo Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2007

Rich and full this delicious new Pinot will remind you of the good ole days (pre-Sideways prices!) with its intense strawberry, raspberry, tea, and hint of cedar all surrounded by plushy tannins, all well integrated to compliment a wide array of menus. Highly recommended for true Pinot lovers!

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