548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
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Nid Tisse Pinot Noir Radian Vineyard 2022

Opens with inviting aromas of vanilla crème and fresh red fruit, with a touch of strawberry adding brightness. On the palate, it offers darker fruit flavors, silky smooth with a light, fresh balance that keeps it lively and elegant. The richness of ripe berries and vanilla is present, but it maintains a sense of freshness... Read Full Review
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Roar Pinot Noir Rosella’s Vineyard 2022

Presents ripe blackberry and a touch of orange bitters, with a fuller body that’s both round and balanced. The concentration of red , ripe cherries and strawberries gives it richness, while notes of hibiscus tea and a subtle mushroom undertone add complexity. The finish is smooth, with medium acidity keeping it fresh and vibrant. A... Read Full Review
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Martinelli Chardonnay Martinelli Road 2021

This is a bold, classic Chardonnay with a round, full-bodied profile and all the richness fans of the style crave. Aromas of toasted oak, apple pie, and tropical fruit lead into a palate packed with baked apple, pear, caramel, and charred oak. The finish is long and toasty, with a buttery flair that recalls top-tier... Read Full Review
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Hobel Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley The Joist 2022

This wine is a bold, head-turning burst of blueberry compote and chocolate-covered blackberry, with jammy Zin-like richness and a wild, spicy flair. The nose is exuberant with blueberry jam, dark spice, and a hint of heat, while the palate is silky, rich, and unapologetically flashy. It’s high-octane but just shy of too hot, delivering massive... Read Full Review
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Ghost Block Cabernet Sauvignon Single Vineyard 2021

Comes out swinging with a bold, full-throttle nose of creamy oak, black cherry, vanilla, chocolate, and espresso, layered over hints of tobacco, cedar chest, florals, and black olive. It’s intensely fragrant and unmistakably powerful. On the palate, it’s dense and structured, with firm, chewy tannins and a dry, dark-fruited core featuring blackberry, coffee, and a... Read Full Review
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Donum Estate Chardonnay Carneros 2021

Very three-dimensional with striking texture and brightness. Toasty and savory, with lemon meringue, saline, and a mouthwatering edge that makes it truly unique. Well-integrated notes of green apple, pear, and green tropical fruit are layered with caramel and buttermilk richness. A big Chardonnay for Napa lovers, executed with precision. Read Full Review
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Sea Smoke Chardonnay Santa Rita Hills 2022

Glorious, fresh citrus bouquet with bursts of kiwi and bright green apple, laced with cinnamon and nutmeg spice. Compelling and never boring, this is very well built with sparkling acidity lifting the top notes. Brûléed apple, pear, confit lemon, and green tropical fruit round out the palate with poise and flair. Read Full Review
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Grassi Ribolla Gialla Valentina’s Block 2022

Envelops the palate with white flowers, zesty citrus, and crisp green apples with a subtle, savory whisper of nuttiness, culminating in a refreshingly elegant, lingering finish. The wine’s vibrant acidity delivers an invigorating freshness. Savor alongside delicate pairings such as seared scallops drizzled with truffle oil, creamy goat cheese crostini, or a chilled citrus-infused lobster... Read Full Review