New Release Wine Reviews

Garnet black color. Savory aromas and flavors of conditioned leather, olives with orange zest, berry scented candle, and berry balsamic vinaigrette with a silky, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, engaging, medium-long finish with notes of artisan fruit salad, meringue, and spiced apple taffy with silky, chewy tannins. A vibrant combination of ripe berry fruit and sweet and savory spiciness make this merlot a pleasure to drink.

Gold color. Aromas of lemon meringue, dry vermouth, and allspice with a dry-yet-fruity full body and a long lemon, white peach, Bananas Foster, and roasted walnut finish. A Burgundian style of new world wine with attractive savory notes and wood spice.

Deep purple color. Attractive, savory aromas and flavors of cassis tart, eucalyptus, fancy olives, and raisinettes with a silky, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a graceful, interesting, medium-long finish with touches of chocolate orange peels, creme brulee, and coconut macaroon with fine, chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. 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.

Dusty ruby color. Aromas of chocolate mousse, dark berry pie crust, and jerky with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a long finish. A mature Napa cabernet that is drinking beautifully now.

Dusty ruby color. Aromas and flavors of mocha gelato, chocolate espresso bean, olive pepper focaccia, and spiced roasted berries and coconut with a satiny, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, engaging, medium-long finish revealing notes of candied orange peel, butter roasted nuts, and mossy timber with chewy, woody tannins and moderate oak flavor. A grippy, mouthwatering red blend that is a smart play for a meaty meal.

Garnet color. Inviting aromas and flavors of cedar plank roasted cherries and apricot, marinated beets in a clay pot, honey roasted pistachios, blonde tobacco, wax, and and birch bark with a supple, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, appealing, medium-long finish that presents notes of roasted root vegetables, dark berry shrub, and pickled watermelon rind with well-integrated, fine tannins and light oak flavor. A subtly expressive Pinot Noir that draws you in for another sip.

Pink color. Aromas of geranium, orange blossom, and lime oil with a medium-to-full body and a medium-to-long elderflower, watermelon candy, and white flowers finish. A Moscato "rose" that would be great with an apple crisp; a glass full of crushed berries.

Brick red color. Savory aromas and flavors of smoked bacon and nuts, cedar plank grilled berries and tomatoes, latte with chestnut honey, and tomato vine and marinated grape leaves with a supple, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-length finish with touches of marinated beets with crunchy, dusty tannins and moderate oak flavor. A savory, chewy, lightly smoky red blend with a nice combination of dark fruit and oak.

Gold color. Aromas of orangesicle, lemon yogurt, and baked yellow apple with a medium body and a medium lemon verbena, orange peel, and baked apples finish. A classic example of a sunshine Chardonnay that is ripe and pleasing.

Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of ayurvedic mint toothpaste, char-grilled apple and leaves, and mustard seed with a supple, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a silky, carefree finish with notes of tangy apple, peppery spice, and caramel with no oak flavor. A racy and rustic Chardonnay to pair with cheeses and game.

Garnet black color. Aromas and flavors of berry compote, black garlic marinated beets, prune, and tobacco with a silky, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium body and an effortless, medium-length finish displaying touches of spiced figs and plums and chocolate nuts with light oak flavor. A rock solid red that will be very versatile.

Golden straw color. Aromas of frosted banana cake, honeyed green apple, and honey butter with a bright, dryish medium body and a medium golden kiwi and melon and banana bread finish with no oak flavor. A dry, savory, Chardonnay for the table.

Dusty garnet color. Candied aromas and flavors of berry sherbet and soda, blueberry acai shake, and chocolate cherries with a soft, crisp, effervescent, light-to-medium body and a smooth, brisk finish with accents of raspberry nonpareil tin. A tasty berry treat for sweet teeth.

Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of elderflower, rainbow sherbet, apple hard candy, and hint of apple scented candle with a silky, crisp, spritzy, moderately sweet light body and a carefree finish that exhibits touches of green apple sorbet and lemon-lime soda with no oak flavor. A carefree apple flavored Moscato for parties and punches.

Salmon orange color. Aromas and flavors of roasted nuts, cherry pit and branch, and pomegranate with a supple, bright, dry light-to-medium body and a polished, brisk finish displaying nuances of pickled tomato and melon rind and nut skin with a suggestion of oak flavor. A very dry and savory adult Rose for the table.

Straw color. Aromas of dill, orange peel, and white cherries with a light body and a short boysenberry, jasmine, and white raspberry finish. An after dinner wine that would be good with a variety of pies.

Pink color. Aromas of cassis, cherry juicy juice, and peaches with a light body and a short strawberry, hibiscus, and brown sugar finish. Bright and bubble gum forward sparkler great for pairing with chocolate desserts.

Straw color. Aromas of fresh cut grass, graphite, and lemon juice with a watery body and a swift blueberries, carnations, white pepper, and white cranberry finish. A dessert style wine made for affogados.