685 Wine Reviews Found

  • Country: USA
96 Points

Cattleya Pinot Noir Cuvee #1 2021

Seductive nose of dark fruit, potpourri and spices. Very juicy and expressive on the palate with 3D cherry, strawberry and sarsaparilla flavors. Gorgeous round texture with a satisfying weight. Long, bright finish. Beautiful. Enjoy now through 2026. – September 2022 Read Full Review
99 Points

Bure Chardonnay Malena Ritchie Vineyard 2017

This is California boutique Chardonnay at its best! With just a few years of cellar time, the 2017 Bure Family Ritchie is now even more ultra-rich and opulent, yet gloriously refreshing with dazzling bright fruit. Flamboyant notes of butterscotch and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the palate intertwined with notes of fresh peaches, vanilla,... Read Full Review
97 Points

CHEV Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2019

Begins with a bright, racy nose with welcoming baking spices. The palate bursts with ripe Russian River fruit including dazzling red berry and juicy plum. Luxuriously fullbodied texture with silky, polished tannin and lingering freshness. Undeniable and captivating, Browne has crafted another huge hit that will thrill anytime over the next 5- 7 years. –... Read Full Review
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... Read Full Review
99 Points

Morlet Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2016

Reminiscent of the highly rated Harlan or Scarecrow vintages, this nearly flawless behemoth embodies the triumvirate that one looks for: historic vintage, spectacular vineyard (in high-rent neighborhood), and a renowned winemaker hitting his stride! Built like a skyscraper yet lithe on the palate with cashmere-like texture, the galaxy of complex aromas and flavors includes dark... Read Full Review
97 Points

Karl Lawrence Cabernet Sauvignon Pocai 2019

A delicious game-changer for this under-the-radar winery , the 2019 Karl Lawrence Pocai Vineyard Cabernet soars from the glass with lavish, dark ripe fruit flavors including currant, raspberry, black cherry, and plum with an inviting mélange of sweet tobacco leaf, mocha and creamy caramel. A prodigious effort, the flamboyant flavors are deftly balanced with plush... Read Full Review
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... Read Full Review
98 Points

Goldeneye Pinot Noir Ten Degrees 2019

Soaring out of the glass with perfumed, fresh fruit aromatics, this showstopper captures the depth and complexity found exclusively in the most luxurious Pinots in America (a short list!). The palate features an array of intense dark fruit flavors including cranberry, chocolate-covered cherry, toasty oak, and truffle. The deftly balanced finish offers hints of smoky... Read Full Review
97 Points

Argot Chardonnay Le Rayon Vert 2019

Inspired by the wines of Meursault, this Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay exhibits notes of pear, melon, and tropical fruit with layers of toasty creamy oak. It’s extremely approachable and has delicious flavors of freshly baked banana bread, butterscotch pudding, caramel, and white chocolate. Don’t be fooled by the delicious laundry list of desserts we just named;... Read Full Review