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Reviews for 2022

April 2022 - New Release Wine

April 2022 - New Release Wine
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand Wines

New Release Wine Reviews

Alexander Valley Vineyards 2019  Merlot
93 points
$23
A vibrant combination of ripe berry fruit and sweet and savory spiciness make this merlot a pleasure to drink.
Macauley 2019 Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay
92 points
$48
A Burgundian style of new world wine with attractive savory notes and wood spice.
PONO 2018 Hapa Red Blend Napa Valley
92 points
$80
A young and developing Napa red blend that is drinking well now for dinner and will be a seamless sipper in a few years hence.
PONO 2018 Mana Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$110
A mature Napa cabernet that is drinking beautifully now.
Stokelan Estate Winery 2019 Simla Red Blend American
90 points
$30
A grippy, mouthwatering red blend that is a smart play for a meaty meal.
PONO 2019 Aina Pinot Noir
90 points
$65
A subtly expressive Pinot Noir that draws you in for another sip.
Stella Rosa NV Ruby Rose Grapefruit Flavored Wine Italy
88 points
$16
A Moscato "rose" that would be great with an apple crisp; a glass full of crushed berries.
Stokelan Estate Winery NV Kirbys Mill Red Blend American
88 points
$25
A savory, chewy, lightly smoky red blend with a nice combination of dark fruit and oak.
Oak Farm Vineyards 2021  Chardonnay
87 points
$20
A classic example of a sunshine Chardonnay that is ripe and pleasing.
Stokelan Estate Winery 2019 Crossroads Chardonnay
87 points
$25
A racy and rustic Chardonnay to pair with cheeses and game.
Pampa 2021 Estate Malbec
85 points
$10
A rock solid red that will be very versatile.
Stokelan Estate Winery 2019 Catspaw Chardonnay
85 points
$22
A dry, savory, Chardonnay for the table.
Stella Rosa NV Green Apple Flavored Wine Italy
84 points
$16
A carefree apple flavored Moscato for parties and punches.
Stokelan Estate Winery 2020 Myra Rose Outer Coastal Plain
84 points
$20
A very dry and savory adult Rose for the table.
Stella Rosa NV Organic Orange Fusion Flavored Wine Italy
83 points
$16
An after dinner wine that would be good with a variety of pies.
Stella Rosa NV Watermelon Flavored Wine Italy
83 points
$16
Bright and bubble gum forward sparkler great for pairing with chocolate desserts.
Stella Rosa NV Lemon Lime Flavored Wine Italy
81 points
$16
A dessert style wine made for affogados.
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