New Release Wine Reviews

Black violet color. Fruity aromas and flavors of blackberry fruit leather, pear compote, dried raspberry, and fresh tomatillo with a satiny, vibrant, fruity light body and a warming, medium-length finish that presents notes of cinnamon spiced figs with no oak flavor. A raspberry bomb of a zin with instant appeal.

Violet color. Savory, toasty aromas and flavors of marinated mulberries and beets, chocolate nuts and cherries, vanilla yogurt, and lightly smoked nuts and pipe tobacco with a supple, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a sleek, complex, long finish with shades of cedar, dried peach and pear, and lemon curd with well-integrated, fine tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A remarkably vivacious, balanced, and mouthwatering red hybrid with great versatility and food affinity.

Black violet color. Fruity aromas of marinated blackberries, raspberry leaf, ink, latex, eucalyptus, and gardenia with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, stimulating, medium-long balsamic glaze, pomegranate, and jasmine finish with medium tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. An enormous, tantalizingly juicy Zin with fantastic concentration.

Ruby black color. Creamy, fruity aromas and flavors of spiced berries, chocolate toffee, coconut creme brulee, and cedar incense with a satiny, bright, fruity medium-to-full body and an even, interesting, medium-long finish with touches of honeyed oranges and ruby grapefruit, roasted vanilla nuts, and hint of pepper jelly with chewy, crunchy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A super, supple, juicy red blend with great fruit and instant appeal.

Rich black violet color. Aromas of mulberries, dried strawberry, dark plum, and cedar with a tannic, lively, dry medium-to-full body and a medium-long black cassis, pine wood, tar, and dried rose finish with coating, firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A Napa blend built for the long haul; cellar to discover its true potential.

Rich black violet color. Aroma and flavors of stewed plums with a lightly tannic, vibrant, dryish medium-full body and a peppery, compelling, medium-length finish manifesting suggestions of stewed figs, sandalwood, herbs, and lilac with grippy tannins. An vibrant, chewy, herbaceous cab to cellar for a few years.

Nearly opaque dusty ruby color. Complex, floral, fresh, inviting, interesting aromas and flavors of fine furniture, berry jam, ripe plums, lavender, espresso, and pencil shavings with a lightly tannic, lively, dry full body and a hot, elegant, long finish that presents notes of vanilla scented tobacco, allspice, and clove with well-integrated, medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A fruit-forward Napa Cab with balancing oak and spice; cellar.

Brilliant golden straw color. Green, fruity aromas and flavors of papaya-melon relish, wintergreen, holly, and hint of bark with a supple, tangy, fruity medium body and a graceful, appealing, long finish revealing accents of spiced green apple and kiwi in sweet cream and Buddha’s hand citrus with no oak flavor. A vibrant and appetizing white hybrid with exotic tropical flavors and great acidity.

Brick red color. Aromas and flavors of cherry soda, cherry wood, pomegranate molasses, charred rosemary, and sassafras with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a polished, amusing, medium-length finish with impressions of tea and strawberry-rhubarb with a suggestion of oak flavor. Delicious flavors combine in this aromatic and friendly Pinot Noir.

Garnet black color. Meaty aromas and flavors of honeyed dried pomegranate, braised beef, herb focaccia, and chocolate yogurt with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and an effortless, interesting, medium-long finish evoking overtones of sour cherries, apple-apricot chutney, spiced nuts, and hint of pepper with chewy, soft tannins and light oak flavor. An interesting super savory and meaty red blend that will excel with braised meat and game dishes.

Brick red color. Aromas of mushrooms, cola, wet leaves, garlic and herb focaccia, and dried cherry with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium body and an interesting, medium-length wild blueberry, allspice, and salumi finish with well-integrated, medium tannins and light oak flavor. An earthy and distinctive Pinot Noir with ample nuance.

Dark dusty garnet color. Spicy aromas of cinnamon smoke, clove, cherry pastry, peppercorns, spiced plum, and cedar with a velvety, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and an appealing, medium-long soy sauce, licorice, and marinated strawberry finish with medium tannins and light oak flavor. A toasty and intriguing pinot noir.

Rich garnet black color. Aromas of black cassis, grape leaves, black licorice, and hibiscus with a slightly chewy, lively, fruity medium-full body and a refreshing, medium-length espresso crema, violet, menthol, and peppery spices finish with cottony tannins and heavy oak flavor. A dark and brooding Napa Cab that hits all the right notes.

Garnet color. Aromas and flavors of dried cherry, fresh raspberry, dark chocolate, black tea, and spice cabinet with an crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length finish with touches of rosehip and cranberry with a suggestion of oak flavor. A complex and expressive pinot noir that will make a nice dinner companion.

Garnet black color. Fruity, savory aromas and flavors of chocolate covered berries, spiced nuts, chestnut honey, and hint of peppered jerky and licorice with a silky, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, refreshing, medium-long finish displaying accents of pomegranate and pepper with light oak flavor. A warming, savory, and chewy red blend for the table now or a short rest in the cellar.

Dark dusty garnet color. Aromas of patent leather, grape candies, ripe red cherries, kalamata olives, and cured meats with a slightly chewy, lively, dryish medium body and a silky, cheery charred oak, spiced and sugared plums, sarsaparilla, and cedar finish with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A table-ready, chewy Bordeaux varietal blend.

Pink coral color. Fruity aromas and flavors of watermelon candies, ripe cherries in cream, and strawberry-kiwi smoothie with a satiny, bright, fruity medium body and a peppery, medium-length finish that shows touches of pomegranate, tarragon and pepper with soft, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A hugely fruity rose that will be a porch-favorite.

Black violet color. Sweet aromas and flavors of vanilla ice cream, warm huckleberry compote, anise, and mint candies with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a polished, cheery finish with nuances of tobacco and baking spices with well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A velvety, juicy-smooth red blend that will be a real crowd pleaser.

Dark dusty ruby color. Minerally aromas of wet earth, black currant, graphite, paprika, hibiscus, and dried blueberries with a slightly chewy, crisp, dryish medium body and a tingling, delightful, breezy vanilla cream and dried orange peels finish with earthy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A mineral-forward Bordeaux Varietal blend that will work wonders at the table.

Black ruby color. Oaky aromas of peppercorns, latex, rosebush, rhubarb, serrano ham, dill, and blackberry jam with a coarse, vibrant, fruity sweet medium body and a hot, stimulating, medium-long raspberry liqueur and bacon jam finish with chalky tannins and heavy oak flavor. A digestif-like port-style wine with intense oak and concentrated fruit.

Bright garnet black color. Fruity aromas of blistered berries, smoked game meats, and dried plum with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a warming, medium-length almond skins, charcoal briquettes, suede, and cinnamon sticks finish with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A sturdy Merlot for the cellar with promising berry aromas.

Clear medium brown brick red color. Boozy, clean, floral, fresh, jammy aromas and flavors of dried cherry and strawberry, cinnamon tea, and vanilla taffy with a lightly tannic, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, compelling, medium-length finish with accents of clove, licorice, compressed watermelon, and smoky tobacco with soft, silky tannins and light oak flavor. Juicy and fruity Cali Cab that will please the crowds without too much tannic bite

Emerald straw color. Fresh, floral aromas of honeysuckle, dried apricots, orange blossom, bubblegum, and lemon buttercream with a satiny, bright, off-dry light body and an effortless, medium-length chalk and pineapple finish with no oak flavor. A pleasing and vibrant dry Moscato.

Light garnet color. Fruity aromas of sour cherry, suede, clove, and herbs de provence with a satiny, bright, fruity light-to-medium body and a seamless, relaxed rum raisin cake and strawberry jam finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A nice everyday pinot noir.

Steely orange color. Fruity aromas and flavors of fallen apricot, peach blossom, cantaloupe, and sliced strawberry with a satiny, bright, dry medium body and a tingling, breezy finish with no oak flavor. A crisp and dry rose with a nice mild stonefruit presence.

Yellow straw color. Aromas of lemon soufflé, kumquat, apricot preserves, and diced apple with a supple, soft, dry light body and a graceful, brisk slate, chamomile, lime, and dill finish with soft tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A clean and breezy white blend for effortless sipping.