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April 2021 - US Summer Whites

April 2021 - US Summer Whites
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Billsboro 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
92 points
$20
Best Buy
Billsboro
2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of lime flesh, pomelo, underripe pineapple, and fresh cut grass with a satiny, vibrant, dry light body and a graceful, interesting, medium-length finish imparting notes of green mango with no oak flavor. A lean and bone dry Sauvignon Blanc that doesn’t skimp on varietal character; a charming wine from the Finger Lakes.
92 points $20 Best Buy
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Pend D’Oreille 2020 White Blend Albarino
91 points
$20
Pend D’Oreille
2020 White Blend Albarino
Emerald straw color. Clean aromas of white strawberry, cream, mandarin, fresh cut grass, and lemon zest with a velvety, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and an even, interesting, medium-length ripe pear and river stones finish with no oak flavor. A juicy and mineral-driven Albariño with can’t-get-enough velvety texture.
91 points $20
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Oak Farm Vineyards 2020 Albarino
91 points
$22
Oak Farm Vineyards
2020 Albarino
Light golden yellow color. Aromas of lemon curd, brine, dried pineapple, ripe peach, and slate with a supple, racy, petillant, dry light-to-medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-long green apple, wet stone, golden pineapple, white cranberry juice, and kiwi finish with no oak flavor. A muscular Albariño full of golden fruit and hints of seawater; perfect for a beach day.
91 points $22
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St. Clair Winery 2019 Malvasia
90 points
$14
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St. Clair Winery
2019 Malvasia
Bright pale golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of white flowers, rambutan, apricot nectar, honeydew melon, and flint with a satiny, crisp, off-dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-length finish conveying notes of orange zest with no oak flavor. A refreshing, full-flavor Malvasia with a juicy personality.
90 points $14 Best Buy
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Portlandia 2020 Pinot Gris
90 points
$16
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Portlandia
2020 Pinot Gris
Light straw color. Aromas and flavors of yellow apple, potpourri, brie rind, starfruit, and ginger with a supple, crisp, dry medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-long finish manifesting nuances of lemon pith, fresh apricot, white peppercorn, sun baked stone, grilled citrus, and flint with no oak flavor. A gorgeously concentrated Pinot Gris for long dinners and conversation.
90 points $16 Best Buy
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South Coast 2020 Verdelho
90 points
$20
South Coast
2020 Verdelho
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of sweet pear, hints of white flowers, lime custard, sliced bananas, and coriander with a supple, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and an effortless, intriguing, medium-length finish with no oak flavor. A fruit-forward, rich and undulating Verdelho with sprightly acidity.
90 points $20
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Oak Farm Vineyards 2020 Fiano
90 points
$26
Oak Farm Vineyards
2020 Fiano
Medium yellow straw color. Aromas of nectarine, dried apricot, yellow melon, clove honey, and creme brulée with a satiny, lively, dry medium-to-full body and an even, complex, medium-long lemon zest, lemongrass, roasted peaches, beeswax, fresh cut grass, vanilla, fresh dough, and wet stone finish with moderate oak flavor. A fresh, creamy, and delicious white blend that is sure to please Chardonnay lovers.
90 points $26
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DoublePlus Wines 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
90 points
$29
DoublePlus Wines
2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of onion bun, vidalia onion jam, clove, and cantaloupe with a silky, crisp, dryish light body and an even, complex, medium-long finish imparting notes of underripe starfruit, kumquat, and pear with a suggestion of oak flavor. An unusually savory Sauvignon Blanc; a unique and unexpectedly delicious wine.
90 points $29
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Penns Woods NV Estate White Moscato
89 points
$24
Penns Woods
NV Estate White Moscato
Silver color. Aromas and flavors of lychee, fresh jasmine, and elderflower with a satiny, crisp, petillant, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, stimulating, short finish manifesting notes of lemon candy, peach, and hibiscus with no oak flavor. A well-balanced Moscato: fruity and crisp and extremely enjoyable.
89 points $24
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Penns Woods 2020 Traminette
89 points
$26
Penns Woods
2020 Traminette
Yellow straw color. Aromas of peach skin, fresh lychee, jasmine, rose petal, elderflower, and ginger with a supple, lively, petillant, fruity light body and an even, interesting, brisk fresh-made paper, pear, and lychee soda finish with no oak flavor. A zesty and slightly petillant, dry yet juicy Traminette.
89 points $26
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Alexander Valley Vineyards 2020 Gewürz Gewurztraminer
88 points
$15
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Alexander Valley Vineyards
2020 Gewürz Gewurztraminer
Pale golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of fresh lychee, lilac, orange blossom, and bergamot with a satiny, crisp, dry light body and a seamless, interesting, medium-length finish that exhibits notes of hints of ginger jam with no oak flavor. A solid dry Gewurztraminer with big lychee notes that will surely satisfy lovers of the varietal.
88 points $15 Best Buy
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Biltmore Estate 2019 Riesling
88 points
$15
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Biltmore Estate
2019 Riesling
Light yellow straw color. Floral aromas of green apple, white pineapple, sun baked slate, and lemongrass with a supple, tangy, dryish light body and a seamless, brisk white grapefruit, orange blossom, fallen apples, yellow apple, lime cordial, ginger skin, and dried yarrow finish with no oak flavor. A juicy, floral Riesling with a mineral nuance that checks all the boxes.
88 points $15 Best Buy
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Opolo Vineyards 2019 Estate Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$26
Opolo Vineyards
2019 Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Pale straw color. Aromas of bruleéd lime, orange sherbet, hints of ripe peach, and wheat grass with a satiny, crisp, dryish light body and an even, medium-length lemon creme and tart apple finish with no oak flavor. A clean and lean Sauvignon Blanc for refreshing summer sips al fresco.
88 points $26
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Imagery Estate 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$19
Imagery Estate
2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Brilliant pale yellow straw color. Aromas of green bell pepper, grapefruit zest, and candied lemon with a satiny, soft, dry medium body and a silky, brisk passionfruit and Asian pear finish with no oak flavor. A zippy Sauvignon Blanc that shows hints of tropical fruit; delicious and seamless.
87 points $19
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Gersing Cellars 2019 Emergence White Wine Blend Columbia Valley
87 points
$22
Gersing Cellars
2019 Emergence White Wine Blend Columbia Valley
Medium yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of fresh cream, lemongrass, thyme, and lemon zest with a round, tangy, dry medium-to-full body and a warming, engaging, medium-length finish that shows overtones of fresh churned butter, mandarin orange, hints of butterscotch, and fresh oregano with moderate oak flavor. A bright and crisp white for the table.
87 points $22
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South Coast 2019 Viognier
87 points
$25
South Coast
2019 Viognier
Yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of ripe nectarine, tangerine, honey butter, and southern biscuit with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a graceful, medium-length finish manifesting suggestions of roasted nuts and pressed flowers with light oak flavor. An outgoing Viognier with enticing aromas of fresh fruit.
87 points $25
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WineSociety NV Fate Premium White Blend California
86 points
$9
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WineSociety
NV Fate Premium White Blend California
Yellow straw color. Aromas of ripe apple, orange custard, Asian pear, spring blossoms, pineapple cake, and coconut frosting with a velvety, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and a seamless, appealing, medium-long toffee-coated popcorn, candied pineapple, and glazed nuts finish with moderate oak flavor. A tropical, buttery, juicy white that will delight Chardonnay fans.
86 points $9 Best Buy
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Benziger 2019 Sauvignon Blanc
86 points
$16
Benziger
2019 Sauvignon Blanc
Pale silvery straw color. Aromas of grilled lemon, wet stone, and fresh cut grass with a satiny, racy, dry medium-to-full body and a tingling, medium-long lychee, touch of vanilla, fresh snap peas, and white pepper finish with no oak flavor. A savory, food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc for weeknight dinners.
86 points $16
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Tribute 2019 Sauvignon Blanc
86 points
$16
Tribute
2019 Sauvignon Blanc
Light straw color. Aromas of preserved lemons, crushed rock, white cranberry juice, and fresh cut grass with a lean, racy, dry thin body and a tingling, odd, brisk grilled lemon, white grapefruit, canned pear, marzipan, and Japanese sweet potato finish with no oak flavor. A racy Sauvignon Blanc with tangy fruit and balancing minerality.
86 points $16
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Dh Lescombes 2019 Semillon
86 points
$18
Dh Lescombes
2019 Semillon
Bright yellow straw color. Aromas of dried apples, lemon peel and hints of grass with a satiny, vibrant, dryish light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length tangy underripe starfruit finish with no oak flavor. A dense and tangy Semillon for creative pairings.
86 points $18
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Penns Woods 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
86 points
$28
Penns Woods
2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Pale yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of lemon peel, lime zest, yellow apple, yellow plum, pineapple soda, and lightly charred toast with a satiny, lively, dry medium body and a tingling, crisp finish with notes of waxed apple skin, white nectarine, honeysuckle, and golden potato with no oak flavor. A tangy and crisp everyday white.
86 points $28
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Beaucanon 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
85 points
$20
Beaucanon
2017 Sauvignon Blanc
Emerald straw color. Aromas of lime custard and bay with a satiny, vibrant, dryish light body and a graceful, breezy citrus zest, hints of olive, and sea salt finish with no oak flavor. A crisp and citrusy Sauvignon Blanc for hot weather refreshment.
85 points $20
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Longwood Estate 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
85 points
$25
Longwood Estate
2017 Sauvignon Blanc
Straw green color. Aromas of papaya muffin, sweet guava, green peppercorn, and soft pastry with a supple, vibrant, dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, breezy lime-spritzed jicama finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A dry but juicy Napa Sauvignon Blanc for spring pairings.
85 points $25
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Cupcake LightHearted 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
84 points
$9
Cupcake LightHearted
2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Pale emerald straw color. Citrusy aromas and flavors of lime zest, lemon juice, granny smith apple, and eucalyptus with a lean, lively, dry light body and an effortless, brisk finish manifesting notes of white melon with no oak flavor. A racy Sauvignon Blanc that is very food friendly.
84 points $9
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Grgich Hills 2018 Estate Grown Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc
84 points
$31
Grgich Hills
2018 Estate Grown Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc
Yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of mignonette, onion jam, and ramps with a lean, crisp, dry light body and a silky, brisk finish that exhibits overtones of sandalwood, tea, and underripe peach with no oak flavor. A distinctively alliaceous Sauvignon Blanc for creative spring pairings.
84 points $31
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St. Clair Winery 2019 Pinot Grigio
83 points
$15
St. Clair Winery
2019 Pinot Grigio
Pale old gold color. Aromas and flavors of apple sauce and celery with a soft, shy, light body and a smooth, brisk finish with no oak flavor. A simple white quaffer to serve with a good chill.
83 points $15
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Cedar Mountain 2019 Ghielmetti Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
83 points
$23
Cedar Mountain
2019 Ghielmetti Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
Pale straw color. Aromas of ripe apricot, melon rind, hints of buttered brioche, and grapefruit curd with a satiny, bright, fruity medium body and a medium-length ripe apples and lemon pepper finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A plush Sauvignon Blanc quaffer.
83 points $23
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Blue Teal NV Riesling
81 points
$10
Blue Teal
NV Riesling
Bright yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of pound cake, granny smith apples, fruit cocktail, fruit cake, and peach blossom with a round, crisp, moderately sweet watery body and a warming, medium-length finish displaying notes of honey with no oak flavor. An off-dry, fruit-forward Riesling with fresh-baked flavor.
81 points $10
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