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Reviews for 2021

March 2021 - New Release

March 2021 - New Release
This month's Wine feature is New Release Wines

New Release Reviews

Eagle Glen 2018 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$22
Best Buy
A remarkably plush and elegant Napa cabernet with almost irresistible fruit, spice, and creaminess.
94 points $22 Best Buy
Cielo 2020 Rosé Prosecco DOC
92 points
$12
Best Buy
A deliciously fruity Prosecco with a silky mouse of fresh bubbles.
92 points $12 Best Buy
Comartin Cellars 2018 Cuvée Cassidy Santa Ynez Valley
92 points
$44
A rich and luxurious GSM with style and nuance.
Porterhouse Winery 2017 Reserve Black Label Red Blend Santa Ynez Valley
92 points
$55
A lipsmacking, balanced and bold Santa Ynez Valley red that delivers power and poise.
Opolo Vineyards 2019 Estate Chardonnay
91 points
$29
A wonderfully balanced and pleasing Edna Valley Chardonnay.
Fiftyrow 2018 Silver Dollar Vineyard Petite Sirah
91 points
$60
Among the boldest of wines, this Petite Sirah delivers power and juicy purple fruits atop a toasty background of well-exectued oak.
Porterhouse Winery 2018  Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$85
A bright and vivacious Oak Knoll Cabernet with joyful fruit and acidity mingling with crisp green notes.
Cherrier Père Et Fils 2020 Cuvée Les 7 Hommes Sancerre
90 points
$45
A bright, juicy, spot-on Sancerre that drinks effortlessly.
Fernz 2020 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc
89 points
$15
Best Buy
A bright and fruity Sauvignon Blanc with refreshing grassy character.
89 points $15 Best Buy
Don’t Mind If I Do 2019  Pinot Noir
88 points
$7.99
Best Buy
A savory and crisp everyday red.
88 points $7.99 Best Buy
Cielo 2018  Pinot Noir
88 points
$8
Best Buy
A simple yet satisfying Pinot Nero that will play very well at the table.
88 points $8 Best Buy
Cielo NV Brut Prosecco DOC
88 points
$12
Best Buy
A juicy, balanced and pleasing Prosecco with hints of sweetness on the palate.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Lobster Reef 2020  Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$12
Best Buy
A lean and green Sauvignon Blanc with a big pop of refreshing acidity.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Manzanita Creek 2017 Cloud Buster Zinfandel
88 points
$15
Best Buy
Bold, candied berry flavors abound in this accessible and crowd-pleasing Zinfandel.
88 points $15 Best Buy
Alberti 154 2017  Malbec
88 points
$18.99
A mature, table-ready Malbec with subtle savory nuance for beefy entrees.
88 points $18.99
Don’t Mind If I Do 2020  Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$7.99
Best Buy
A juicy Sauvignon Blanc with a hint of new oak, very food friendly.
87 points $7.99 Best Buy
Cielo NV Red Blend Italy
87 points
$8
Best Buy
A balanced fruity and oaky red that hits the spot.
87 points $8 Best Buy
Cielo 2020  Pinot Grigio
87 points
$12
Best Buy
A citrusy, crisp and highly quaffable Pinot Grigio for everyday enjoyment.
87 points $12 Best Buy
Second Wind 2020  Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$12
Best Buy
A juicy, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc that quenches.
87 points $12 Best Buy
Silhouette Reserve Cuvée 211 2017 Red Blend North Coast
86 points
$17
A ripe and easy-drinking, oaky-but-balanced red.
Durigutti 2020  Viognier
85 points
$14.99
A zippy and aromatic Viognier, for hot days
85 points $14.99
Jolee NV Rouge Red Blend Rogue Valley
85 points
$17
A supple and restrained red that drinks effortlessly.
Cherrier Freres 2019 Domaine Du Loriot Menetou-Salon
85 points
$25
A lively and mineral-driven Loire White for lipsmacking shellfish pairings.
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