111 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma County
96+ Points

Kanzler Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2022

Silky, seamless, and shockingly good for the price offering a velvet-textured palate layered with creamy blackberry, tart cranberry, and deep raspberry. Notes of blood orange, black tea, and pine forest add lift with a spicy, lightly tobaccoed finish. More serious than showy, it’s a rich yet balanced wine with just enough edge—tremendous value for something... Read Full Review
96 Points

La Sirena Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2022

A beautifully expressive bouquet of pear and white flowers opens this pristine wine. The silky, rich texture carries subtle layers of tropical pineapple, stone fruits, and a delicate touch of crème brûlée. A lift of bright lemon zest defines the long, clean finish. Enjoy now through the end of the decade. Read Full Review
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Lombardi Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2022

The 2022 Gap’s Crown Pinot opens with a forward, expressive nose, bursting with bright citrus oils, crushed berries, and a clean, high-toned purity. On the palate, it’s silky, rich, and surprisingly deep, with a maturity that belies its youth. Notes of graham cracker, marzipan, and warm spice weave through the core of vivid red and... Read Full Review
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Merry Edwards Chardonnay Olivet Lane 2017

Opens with notes of honeysuckle, hazelnut and pineapple on the nose. On the palate, the wine deftly balances between delicate and rich, with apple, pear and tangerine flavors and a beam of brightness and lift. A beautiful Chardonnay that can be enjoyed now or over the next 5 years. Read Full Review
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Merry Edwards Chardonnay Olivet Lane 2019

This new release is a quintessentially Big, Bold, and Buttery California Chardonnay featuring initial notes of honeysuckle, hazelnut and pineapple. On the palate, we enjoyed balance of apple, pear and citrus flavors that provide beam of brightness and lift. A beautiful Chardonnay that can be enjoyed now or over the next 5 years. Read Full Review
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Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2017

This is a vibrant wine, full of red cherry, pomegranate, and boysenberry, balanced with sweet baking spice and savory herbs. Insanely drinkable, the palate is long and luscious, where dark fruit mingles seamlessly with notes of earth, white pepper, and discreet tannins. Perfect to drink now or over the next 5 years. Read Full Review
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Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2018

The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish. Read Full Review
96 Points

Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2019

The 2019 Russian River Valley Chardonnay offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish. Read Full Review
96+ Points

Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir RRV 2018

The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley opens with alluring aromatics of berries and baking spice, introducing flavors of juicy Bing cherries, blackberries and cranberry; bright and spirited with a delightfully silky texture. This is impressive indeed! Read Full Review
96 Points

Shane Pinot Noir The Charm 2019

Sure to impress savvy Pinot lovers, this boutique discovery features an array of intense fruit (raspberry, blackberry, red cherry and dried cranberry) plus black tea and spices that lead to a palate that is simultaneously elegant and powerful. Fine, fruity tannins introduce a persistent finish highlighted by floral notes and spice. This is drinking beautifully... Read Full Review