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Reviews for 2021

November 2021 - New Release

November 2021 - New Release
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand Wines

New Release Reviews

Lake Road 2021  Sauvignon Blanc
94 points
$24
An ultra-concentrated Sauvignon Blanc with style for days.
Michel-Schlumberger 2017 Platinum Collection Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$65
A beautifully integrated Cabernet Sauvignon; refined and concentrated.
Blagden Wines 2017 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$125
A tight, but high quality Cabernet that will unveil more complexity and balance after cellar time.
Lawer Estates 2017 Betsys Vineyard Syrah
93 points
$42
A concentrated, pure Syrah with an inky appeal.
Michel-Schlumberger 2017 Mountain Ranch, Bottle 2167 Cabernet Sauvignon
93 points
$50
A table centerpiece of a wine meant for excellent meals and company.
Blagden Wines 2017 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir
93 points
$52
A balanced and pure Pinot Noir with exceptional velvety texture.
Blagden Wines 2017 Single Vineyard Chardonnay
93 points
$58
A custardy, tropical, smooth-sipping Chardonnay with great balance.
Bodegas Piqueras 2020 Wild Fermented Verdejo
92 points
$8
Best Buy
A balanced, bright and sunny Verdejo with cheerful floral nuance and excellent balance.
92 points $8 Best Buy
Bodegas Piqueras 2018 Old Vines Garnacha Alicante Bouchet
92 points
$9
Best Buy
A distinctive Alicante Bouschet that could be quite dreamy with lamb; enjoy notes of sandalwood and mint.
92 points $9 Best Buy
Red Thread 2019 Estate Red Blend Howell Mountain, Napa Valley
92 points
$68
A highly extracted Red Blend that offers intense notes of raspberry, mocha and spice.
Bodegas Piqueras 2016 Castillo De Almansa Selección Almansa
91 points
$11
Best Buy
A juicy, chewy Red that will fit right in at the table.
91 points $11 Best Buy
Red Thread 2020 Marvin Jack Vineyard Pinot Noir
91 points
$45
A rich and spicy Pinot Noir that will be fabulous with holiday festivities.
Michel-Schlumberger 2018 Platinum Collection Chardonnay
91 points
$55
A juicy Dry Creek Valley Chardonnay with restrained oak.
Bodegas Piqueras 2018 Gold Label Red Blend Almansa
90 points
$8
Best Buy
A dry, firm, highly pairable Spanish Red.
90 points $8 Best Buy
Reschke 2019 R-Series Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
$12
Best Buy
A rock-solid, balanced Aussie cabernet that delivers the fruit and spice you crave.
90 points $12 Best Buy
Tropical NV Peach Moscato Italy
90 points
$17
Best Buy
A sweet, delicate and balanced flavored Moscato with hints of peach candies.
90 points $17 Best Buy
Bodegas Piqueras 2018 Los Losares Garnacha Tintorera Alicante Bouschet
89 points
$8
Best Buy
A firm and herbaceous Alicante Bouschet with plenty of old world charm.
89 points $8 Best Buy
Reschke 2021 R-Series Riesling
89 points
$12
Best Buy
An elegant and cheerful Riesling with tasty citrus notes complimented by floral and nutty aromas.
89 points $12 Best Buy
Catman Cellars 2019 Single Vineyard Malbec
89 points
$42
A voluptuous Malbec with bold, pure fruit flavors; easy to love.
Hook Or Crook Cellars 2019 Reserve Merlot
88 points
$12
Best Buy
A spicy, oaky Merlot for weeknight indulging.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Hook Or Crook Cellars 2018 Old Vine Zinfandel
88 points
$12
Best Buy
An oaky weeknight Zinfandel.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Tropical NV Grapefruit Moscato Italy
88 points
$17
A citrusy, bittersweet spritz-like wine that will work well in aperitivo hour.
Tropical NV Lux Passion Fruit Moscato Italy
88 points
$21
A clean, sweet and fizzy flavored Moscato that's easy to love.
Bodegas Piqueras 2018 Los Losares Monastrell Mourvedre
87 points
$8
Best Buy
A dry, table-ready red for beef and pork pairings.
87 points $8 Best Buy
Reschke 2020 R-Series Shiraz
87 points
$12
Best Buy
A delicious, outgoing Shiraz with great complexity.
87 points $12 Best Buy
Sideways 2019 Estate Pinot Noir
87 points
$17
A pure, terroir-driven Chilean Pinot Noir.
Tropical NV Lux Mango Moscato Italy
87 points
$21
An intensely tropical flavored Moscato.
Tin Star 2019  Zinfandel
86 points
$14
Best Buy
An off-dry, rustic Zinfandel; pair with spicy beef or sip on its own.
86 points $14 Best Buy
Michel-Schlumberger 2018 La Brume Chardonnay
86 points
$40
A dry and restrained Chardonnay for sipping anytime.
Tropical NV Blueberry Moscato Italy
85 points
$17
A juicy, berry-centric sparkler.
Tropical NV Cranberry Moscato Italy
85 points
$17
A juicy, herbal and refreshing flavored Moscato.
Tropical NV Strawberry Moscato Italy
84 points
$17
A berry-flavored pleaser.
Tropical NV Dark Red Semi-Sweet Berry Wine Italy
84 points
$17
A dense, sweet sparkler with big berry flavor.
Tropical NV Black Semi Sweet Berry Wine Italy
84 points
$17
A sweet, spicy, fruity tipple for easy sharing.
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