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March 2020 - Willcox Wine County Wine Competition

March 2020 - Willcox Wine County Wine Competition
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2016 Commonwealth Rhone Blend Willcox
92 points
$29
Golden Rule Vineyards
2016 Commonwealth Rhone Blend Willcox
Deep purple color. Aromas and flavors of strawberry-rhubarb pie, baked plums, marzipan, goji berry, cured meats, and dark chocolate with a slightly chewy, crisp, fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, compelling, medium-long finish manifesting accents of licorice and black pepper with light oak flavor. A bold and chewy Rhone varietal blend with finesse.
Awards: 2020 Best Willcox Red Wine, 2020 Grower's Cup
92 points $29
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2018 Bonnie Lee Malvasia
91 points
$35
Pillsbury Wine Company
2018 Bonnie Lee Malvasia
Light gold color. Aromas and flavors of honeysuckle, jasmine, and gardenia with a round, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a silky, interesting, long finish with accents of ginger and ripe apples. A bold and concentrated nectar of florality; sophisticated with excellent velvety texture.
Awards: 2020 Best Willcox White Wine
91 points $35
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2016 Lucky Prospector Willcox
90 points
$21
Golden Rule Vineyards
2016 Lucky Prospector Willcox
Dark garnet color. Aromas and flavors of dates, black tea, rose petal, almonds in syrup, and pomegranate vinaigrette with a velvety, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, refreshing, medium-length finish with notes of chocolate creme, pickled ginger, and honey butter with light oak flavor. A rich and exotically fruity red blend that is sure to please.
90 points $21
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2017 Syrah
89 points
$29
Golden Rule Vineyards
2017 Syrah
Dusty dark ruby color. Attractive aromas of baked plums, strawberry preserves and black pepper with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a warming, complex, medium-long rhubarb compote, watermelon rind, and vanilla bean finish. A lighter-bodied but rock-solid Syrah with great varietal character; highly drinkable.
89 points $29
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$29
Golden Rule Vineyards
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Dusty garnet color. Aromas of date syup, roasted beets in vinaigrette, sour cherry, and pencil shavings with a slightly chewy, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and an effortless, engaging, medium-long waxy chocolate and red bean bun finish with medium tannins and light oak flavor. An Italianate Cabernet with kombucha-like aromatics and food-friendly acidity.
88 points $29
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2016 Cabernet Franc
88 points
$29
Golden Rule Vineyards
2016 Cabernet Franc
Garnet black color. Aromas of cherry vinaigrette, banana bread, granola, garden vegetables, and ink with a silky, lively, fruity medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-long bright sour cherry, green peppercorn, and dark chocolate finish with well-integrated tannins. A cherry-centric Cabernet Franc with great acidity and pure fruit flavors.
88 points $29
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2018 Viognier
87 points
$35
Pillsbury Wine Company
2018 Viognier
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of baked peaches, white flowers, pastry dough, vanilla, and squash blossoms with a velvety, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a seamless, interesting, medium-length finish that presents notes of lime-spritzed jicama, crisp lettuces, papillon cookie, and iced chamomile tea with a suggestion of oak flavor. A soft and pillowy Viognier that will pair well with paella.
87 points $35
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2018 Chardonnay
87 points
$35
Pillsbury Wine Company
2018 Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of lemon curd, meringue, pastry dough, and pineapple on angel food cake with a lean, bright, dry light body and a smooth, brisk finish evoking notes of lemon zest with a suggestion of oak flavor. A lean and dry Chardonnay that will pair with shellfish.
87 points $35
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2017 Reserve Mourvedre
87 points
$42
Pillsbury Wine Company
2017 Reserve Mourvedre
Dusty garnet color. Aromas and flavors of stewed plums, strawberry jam, cinnamon-raisin toast, and grilled meats with a round, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, compelling, medium-length finish evoking impressions of fennel, tiramisu and dark chocolate with moderate oak flavor. A toasty, chocolatey Mourvedre for the table.
87 points $42
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Keeling Schaefer Vineyards 2019 Best Friends Viognier
86 points
$15
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Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
2019 Best Friends Viognier
White gold color. Aromas of lime confection, cray pas, peach yogurt, and straw with a crisp, fruity medium body and a captivating, medium-long nectarine and lemon drop finish with fine, crunchy, fruit tannins. A nice crisp Viognier with style that will appeal to fans of Sauvignon Blanc.
86 points $15 Best Buy
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2017 Diva Cochise County, Arizona
85 points
$45
Pillsbury Wine Company
2017 Diva Cochise County, Arizona
Dusty ruby color. Aromas of chocolate cherry cookies, fig bar with carob, and smoked meats with a satiny, lively, dryish light-to-medium body and a warming, stimulating, medium-length toasted almonds, strawberry preserves, and dark chocolate finish with moderate oak flavor. Nice length and chewy tannins make this a solid choice for the table; try with summer grilled meats.
85 points $45
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Golden Rule Vineyards 2018 Copper Queen Rosé Grenache
84 points
$29
Golden Rule Vineyards
2018 Copper Queen Rosé Grenache
Steely orange color. Aromas of pickling spices, cooked strawberry, fallen apple, and pineapple vinaigrette with a supple, crisp, dryish light body and a smooth, rapid yeasty pastry, banana meringue pie, and persimmon finish. A funky Rosé quaffer to serve ice cold.
84 points $29
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High Lonesome Vineyard 2018 Lemberger
84 points
$29
High Lonesome Vineyard
2018 Lemberger
Violet color. Aromas of raspberries, wild strawberries, compressed watermelon, and rhubarb with a satiny, lively, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a medium-length black pepper and cherry preserves finish with no oak flavor. A fun, light-bodied red that’s all about fruit; serve with a chill.
84 points $29
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Keeling Schaefer Vineyards 2017 Little Block Petite Sirah
84 points
$38
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
2017 Little Block Petite Sirah
Garnet black color. Aromas of pot roast, smoked almonds, and date syrup with a round, off-dry medium-full body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length vanilla-sandalwood finish. A bold, savory-sweet wine to serve with spicy fare.
84 points $38
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Keeling Schaefer Vineyards 2015 Shiraz
84 points
$38
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
2015 Shiraz
Dark burnt sienna color. Aromas and flavors of tamarind, barbecue chicken, and dried figs and dates with a slightly chewy, soft, off-dry light-to-medium body and a tingling, medium-length finish with impressions of raisins. A careening port-like Shiraz to pair with cheese.
84 points $38
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Pillsbury Wine Company 2017 Reserve Grenache
84 points
$42
Pillsbury Wine Company
2017 Reserve Grenache
Burnt sienna color. Aromas of dried strawberry, black pepper, crispy dried garlic, cinnamon, forest-berry tea, and autumn leaves with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long black pepper, clove, and caramelized mushrooms on toast with creme fraiche finish with well-integrated tannins. A distinctive Grenache with rustic flavors for creative pairings; Pinot Noir lovers, give this a try.
84 points $42
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High Lonesome Vineyard 2018 PicPoul Blanc
82 points
$29
High Lonesome Vineyard
2018 PicPoul Blanc
Straw color. Aromas of bruised apple, coconut oil, phenols, and fortune cookies with an oily, crisp, thin body and a smooth, brisk wax finish. A distinctive white quaffer from Cochise County.
82 points $29
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Keeling Schaefer Vineyards 2015 Three Sisters Syrah
80 points
$20
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
2015 Three Sisters Syrah
Deep purple color. Aromas and flavors of barbecue chicken, grilled romaine, hot soil, prune, and corn tortilla with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium body and a graceful, breezy finish. A brawny, fruity Syrah with a bold savory streak.
80 points $20
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High Lonesome Vineyard 2018 Mourvedre
80 points
$34
High Lonesome Vineyard
2018 Mourvedre
Ruby garnet color. Aromas of cherry Jell-O and button mushrooms with a satiny, tangy, fruity light-to-medium body and a polished, breezy pickled strawberry, dried apricot, and toasted nuts finish. A bright Mourvedre to pair with cheese.
80 points $34
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