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December 2020 - New Release This month's Wine feature is New Release Wines New Release Reviews All $65 Red Thread 2018 Estate Red Blend Howell Mountain, Napa Valley A bold, bright and commanding Howell Mountain Red that turns heads. $65 » Read Full Review $70 Omina Romana 2016 Ars Magna Merlot A silky, well integrated Merlot that will fit right in with an excellent steak. $70 » Read Full Review $26 Estancia 2016 Stonewall Vineyard Pinot Noir A delightful Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir with hints of maturity and nice depth. $26 » Read Full Review $45 Red Thread 2019 Pinot Noir A rich Pinot Noir with marked herbal notes that lift the palate and create a highly pairable wine. $45 » Read Full Review $50 Omina Romana 2018 Ars Magna Viognier A joyful Viognier with toasty and balanced oak kissed with notes of orange zest and vanilla bean. $50 » Read Full Review $26 Estancia 2017 Reserve Meritage Red Blend Paso Robles A bold and chewy Meritage blend with mouthwatering acidity that will elevate steak. $26 » Read Full Review $55 Macauley 2018 Old Vine Zinfandel A big and chocolatey Zinfandel that delights. $55 » Read Full Review Omina Romana 2019 Chardonnay A bright, balanced, fruity and creamy Chardonnay. » Read Full Review $8 Best Buy Augusta Winery 2017 Estate Bottled Chambourcin A highly pleasing, chocolatey Chambourcin with wide appeal. $8 Best Buy » Read Full Review $8 Best Buy Augusta Winery 2019 Estate Bottled Chardonel A bright and full-bodied Chardonel with big fruity character and easy pairability. $8 Best Buy » Read Full Review $13 Best Buy Estancia 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A vivacious Paso Cabernet that will be a dream at the table; pair with rib roast, steak, pork chops and more. $13 Best Buy » Read Full Review $24 Mark West 2017 Pinot Noir A juicy, cellar-able Pinot Noir with bold structure and complex style. $24 » Read Full Review $32 Lawer Estates 2019 Cannon Block Unoaked Chardonnay A juicy, grown-up, smooth-sipping Chardonnay with great varietal character. $32 » Read Full Review $36 Lawer Estates 2019 Cannon Block Chardonnay A firm and generous Chardonnay with whispers of tropical fruit. $36 » Read Full Review $70 Omina Romana 2015 Ars Magna Cabernet Franc A charming Italian Cabernet Franc that will pair effortlessly. $70 » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Estancia 2018 Chardonnay A smooth-sipping Monterey Chardonnay with balanced flavors. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Estancia 2017 Merlot A mouthwatering Paso Robles Merlot that won't let you down. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy The Dreaming Tree 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A bright and charming Sauvignon Blanc with delicate, enchanting herbal notes. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $18 Roga Junmai Daiginjo A table-ready Junmai Daiginjo with a full body and grippy texture. $18 » Read Full Review $12 Best Buy Magnífico 2019 Ignacio Marín Family Vineyards Grenache A rich, grippy Grenache that will be very versatile at the table. $12 Best Buy » Read Full Review $13 Best Buy Mark West 2018 Black Label Pinot Noir A food-friendly Pinot Noir for the table with nice berry aromas. $13 Best Buy » Read Full Review $13 Best Buy Simi 2019 County Series Sauvignon Blanc A bright, palate-pleasing Sauvignon Blanc that will have you coming back for more. $13 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy The Dreaming Tree 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A juicy, pleasing weeknight Cabernet with toasty oak flavors. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14.99 Best Buy Ruggeri NV Prosecco di Treviso DOC A crisp, easy-drinking Prosecco. $14.99 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Roga Junmai Sake A fruity entry point into sake that's easy to love. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $19 Black Box 2019 Chardonnay A vibrant and steely Chardonnay that will work very well at the table. $19 » Read Full Review $24 Simi 2018 County Series Cabernet Sauvignon A solid Sonoma Cabernet that checks all the boxes. $24 » Read Full Review $10 Best Buy Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A rich and spicy everyday Cab that won't let you down. $10 Best Buy » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Clos du Bois 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon A dry-yet-fruity red packed with notes of berry, spice and oak. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Estancia 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A solid Monterey Sauvignon Blanc with bright acidity and a zesty, grassy profile. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Estancia 2019 Pinot Grigio A delicate and restrained Pinot Grigio with a sense of elegance. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $12 Best Buy Los Conquistadores 2019 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon A chewy but balanced Cabernet for grilled fare. $12 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy Augusta Winery 2017 Estate Bottled Norton A simple red quaffer with that goes down easy. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy The Dreaming Tree 2018 Crush Red Blend California A dark, rich red blend for weeknight indulging. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $16 Kwaya Cellars 2019 Organic Merlot A oaky, slightly funky Merlot for the natural set. $16 » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Frontera 2019 After Dark Red Blend Central Valley A fruity, earthy Chilean red with chocolate undertones. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $10 Best Buy Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2019 Buttery Chardonnay A creamy, dreamy vanilla-scented Chardonnay for lovers of the style. $10 Best Buy » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Clos du Bois 2018 Chardonnay A supple and pillowy Chardonnay with plenty of California style. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $13 Best Buy Estancia 2018 Pinot Noir A slightly oaky Pinot Noir with attractive roasty notes; an easy weeknight Pinot. $13 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy The Dreaming Tree 2018 Rosé California A simple, slightly earthy rose with a fruity finish. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $19 Black Box 2018 Pinot Noir A solid Pinot Noir that will play well at the table and beyond. $19 » Read Full Review $19 Black Box 2018 Red Blend California A fruity, spicy red that's bold but uncomplicated. $19 » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Crafters Union NV Pinot Grigio A juicy, effortless Pinot Grigio. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Crafters Union 2018 Daring & Elegant Red Blend California An intensely fruity, bold red for weeknight indulging. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Frontera 2019 After Dark Cabernet Sauvignon A simple Cabernet quaffer for everyday enjoyment. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $10 Fetzer 2019 Sundial Chardonnay An easy-drinking Chardonnay in an everyday style. $10 » Read Full Review $10 Mark West 2018 Pinot Grigio A fruity, effortless Pinot Grigio for anytime refreshment. $10 » Read Full Review $10 Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2019 Chardonnay A juicy, fruity Chardonnay with toasty nuance. $10 » Read Full Review $10 Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2018 Merlot A chewy, oaky Merlot to pair with casual beef. $10 » Read Full Review $11 Clos du Bois 2019 Pinot Grigio A mild and refreshing wine for al fresco pleasure. $11 » Read Full Review $14 The Dreaming Tree 2019 Pinot Noir An appetizing, easy-drinking Pinot Noir for everyday pleasure. $14 » Read Full Review $14 The Dreaming Tree 2019 Chardonnay A juicy, oaky Cali Chardonnay that hits the spot. $14 » Read Full Review $19 Black Box 2018 Malbec A green and herbaceous Malbec with a chocolatey finish. $19 » Read Full Review $20 Frey 2018 Biodynamic Chardonnay A funky Chardonnay for the table. $20 » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Frontera 2019 After Dark Sauvignon Blanc A crisp, savory Sauvignon Blanc for the table. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $9 Cedar Ridge Winery NV Gothic Red Blend American A supple, fruity quaffer for the table. $9 » Read Full Review $10 Mark West 2018 Orange Label Pinot Noir A solid Pinot Noir for the table. $10 » Read Full Review $10 Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A bright quaffer for anytime indulging. $10 » Read Full Review $11 Clos du Bois 2018 Rosé California Big fruit flavors stand out in this crowdpleasing rose. $11 » Read Full Review $12 Clos du Bois 2018 Lightly Bubbled Chardonnay A juicy off-dry wine to toast the season. $12 » Read Full Review $12 Clos du Bois 2018 Lightly Bubbled Rosé California A juicy, fruity sparkler to serve with cheese. $12 » Read Full Review $15 Pacific Redwood 2019 Organic Chardonnay A simple, somewhat oaky white for weeknight pairing. $15 » Read Full Review $19 Black Box 2019 Sauvignon Blanc A ripe, outgoing Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. $19 » Read Full Review $6 Best Buy Crafters Union NV Rosé California An easy-going rose for casual sipping. $6 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Frey 2019 Organic Chardonnay A simple Chardonnay quaffer for anytime indulgence. $15 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Wine/Review-2021-01-18-New-Release.aspx