117 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma County
98 Points

Kanzler Pinot Noir Estate Reserve 2021

This extraordinarily rare Pinot Noir is pure joy to taste! Launching forth with dense and dark fruit (pomegranate and cherry) then ripe, sun-kissed strawberries and raspberries, cherries, and baking spices, giving way to a full-bodied palate lifted by bold vibrancy and a silky texture, finished with luxurious tannins. Ready to drink now (decant) or anytime... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Kanzler Pinot Noir Estate Reserve 2022

Elegant and expressive, with a silky, fruit-forward profile that balances luscious red raspberry, strawberry, and spicy cranberry with deeper notes of blackberry, black cherry, and blood orange. Tangy orange peel and baking spice add lift to the finish, while hints of char and grilled herbs lend a darker, more masculine edge. Its purity, freshness, and... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Kistler Pinot Noir Silver Belt Cuvee Natalie 2022

A vivid and expressive Pinot Noir, delivering a compelling balance of depth and brightness. Aromatically, it opens with a touch of earthiness, giving way to layers of ripe black cherry, cola, and a whisper of wild game. On the palate, the wine is rich and saturated, showcasing deep flavors of sarsaparilla, blood orange, and wet... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Lewis Chardonnay RRV Barcaglia Lane 2019

Once again, this is our very favorite Chardonnay from Lewis, offering a deep golden hue, lush, aromatic ripe fruits, pineapple, ginger, and star jasmine from the offset. The sumptuous core palate displays opulent notes of poached pears, cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie, oak and bourbon notes across a silky smooth texture. We were particularly impressed with... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2024

This is the best vintage yet of this already iconic bottling from the Kistler family. Blended from their array of celebrated vineyards on the far Sonoma coast, the 2024 Freestone-Occidental offers a thrilling, energetic bouquet of bright cherry and ripe red berries. Very racy on the palate, with generous and bold fruit, blood orange zest,... Read Full Review →
98 Points

Prophet & Poet Chardonnay King Bird 2022

A brilliantly flashy nose with waves of honey, orange zest, and warm marzipan,. On the palate, the texture is exquisitely silky and sumptuous, unfolding in layers of fresh pineapple interwoven with hints of butterscotch, sweet cream, and a subtle hint of piña colada. Beneath the exotic fruit lies a note of crushed stone that keeps... Read Full Review →
99+ Points

Sphaerics Chardonnay If and Only If 2024

This is majestic California Chardonnay flirting with perfection upon release; a high-wire act of power and finesse. It opens with citrus zest and vanilla bean, then builds into a richly textured, mouthwatering palate where juicy acidity meets opulent depth. Layers of lemon, tangerine, and mandarin unfold with precision, while a subtle touch of reduction adds... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Bob Cabral Pinot Noir Troubadour 2019

A masterfully vibrant, juicy expression that layers dense dark red fruits with a remarkable sense of lightness and lift. Wild strawberry, 3D raspberry, and blood orange burst from the glass, supported by a silky yet energetic structure. A rich core is laced with savory threads of rosemary and sarsaparilla, while exotic spices of cinnamon, clove,... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Chateau Boswell Chardonnay Ritchie 2017

This is California Chardonnay at its best! With just a few years of cellar time, the 2017 Chateau Boswell Ritchie is now even more ultra-rich and opulent, yet gloriously refreshing with dazzling bright fruit. The introduction features a symphony of fresh fruit flavors balanced by a sense of harmony and class only found in California’s... Read Full Review →
99 Points

Melka Sauvignon Blanc Mekerra 2015

Holy smokes! This magnificent Sauvignon Blanc has everything going for it. While it has a richness and complexity, a strong, mineral backbone and lifted acidity makes it supremely refreshing and satisfying. Lemon, lime zest, orange marmalade, and white flowers lead to a mineral driven palate reminiscent of the best Bordeaux Blanc (or California’s best Sauvignon... Read Full Review →