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Reviews for 2020

September 2020 - New Release Wine

September 2020 - New Release Wine
This month's Wine feature is New Release Wines

New Release Wine Reviews

Comartin Cellars 2018 R-Bar-R Ranch Single Vineyard Pinot Noir
94 points
$56
A bright and inviting Pinot Noir that bring loads of tangy fruit and mouthwatering acidity to the table.
Porterhouse Winery 2016 Reserve Lot Red Blend Santa Ynez Valley
94 points
$60
A muscular, chewy red blend with tantalizing waves of spice, fruit and savory flavors.
Wild Sun Winery 2018  Cabernet Franc
93 points
$42
An appetizing, high-acid red that will drink beautifully with full-flavor meats; drink now or cellar.
Wild Sun Winery 2019 Crying Stone Cuvée Blanc Réserve Missouri
92 points
$40
A rich and grown-up Chardonel with a flinty nuance that gives it a great sense of minerality; pair with upscale hors d'ouevres.
Champagne Langlet 2009 Extra-Brut Champagne
92 points
$58
A bright champagne that seems to have taken an anti-aging potion; sprightly and youthful despite its age; continue to cellar.
JDR Wines 2013  Sonoma Valley
90 points
$45
A robust, full-flavor Rhone Varietal Blend from Sonoma with deliciously integrated flavors and tannins.
Pin Point 2018  Pinot Noir
88 points
$14.99
Best Buy
A silky-smooth yet full-bodied Pinot Noir with hints of mint amongst earthy dried cherries.
88 points $14.99 Best Buy
Smokescreen 2016  Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$35
A firm, spicy Cabernet Sauvignon built for the long haul.
Wild Sun Winery 2018 Tempestuous Red Columbia Valley
88 points
$50
A vivacious, high-acid red; try with meats and cheeses for a lipsmacking pairing.
Wild Sun Winery NV Icarus Dessert Wine Missouri
86 points
$65
A rich, sweet fortified wine that will be fun and festive for the winter months.
Jam Jar 2019 Sweet Shiraz Western Cape
85 points
$12
An interesting array of sweet and smoky flavors make this a clever choice for cheeses and desserts.
Currency 2018 Reserve Pinot Noir
85 points
$13.99
An easy-drinking Pinot Noir for casual sipping.
85 points $13.99
Wild Sun Winery 2016 Eclipse Dessert Wine Missouri
84 points
$40
A dense and chocolatey domestic port to serve with cookies after the meal.
Wild Sun Winery 2017 Crying Stone Cabernet Sauvignon
82 points
$65
A firm and sprightly Cabernet for curious oenophiles.
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