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Reviews for 2023

October 2023 - On-Demand

October 2023 - On-Demand
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand Wines

On-Demand Reviews

Arnout Tamboer Jansz 2015 Methode Cap Classique Stellenbosch
94 points
$49
A delicious and serious sparkling wine showing the white and red fruits in balance with the lees aging while exhibiting racy citrus zest acidity.
Wine Spots 2021  Chardonnay
93 points
$25
A Chardonnay showing exquisite balance; food friendly, and would make a great BTG at many restaurants.
Villa Maria 2023 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc
92 points
$17
Best Buy
A highly dialed in Marlbourough Sauvignon Blanc giving you exactly what you expect.
92 points $17 Best Buy
Corner 103 2020 Inspiration Red Blend Sonoma County
92 points
$75
A decadent and delicious red blend with ripe berries and vanilla.
Félicette 2022 Red Blend Côtes Catalanes IGP
90 points
$14
Best Buy
A beautiful and versatile Monday to Thursday table wine; rich black fruits balanced with red fruit and just enough pepper and substance from the Syrah to pair with any red meat.
90 points $14 Best Buy
Aoyo 2017 Surpass Reserva Syrah
90 points
$15
Best Buy
Leans a touch New World in the quality of fruit here while retaining a beautifully sanguine character; a lovely example of why Chile is an up and comer in producing world class Syrah.
90 points $15 Best Buy
Esser Vineyards 2021  Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
$16
Best Buy
A pleasingly ripe table wine for all manner of cuisine or occasions.
90 points $16 Best Buy
Ste Chapelle NV Open Air Chenin Blanc
90 points
$24
A delightful Chenin Blanc led blend that will pair well with apéritif courses as well as light fish.
Corner 103 2020 Corner Cuvée Red Blend Sonoma County
90 points
$60
A nice everyday blend that will match well with most meal pairings and occasions; your Swiss Army knife red blend.
Klipsun 2020 Klipsun Vineyard Red Blend Red Mountain
90 points
$63
A nice red blend that holds its own and does a little bit of everything.
High Roller 2021  Cabernet Sauvignon
89 points
$14
Best Buy
A big bold Cabernet that will keep you coming back for more; ripe fruit and a touch of earth give complexity and familiarity at the same time.
89 points $14 Best Buy
Member’s Mark 2021 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
89 points
$17
Dark and concentrated fruit backed with some subtle herbaceous notes, this is a great choice to bring to a friend's dinner party.
Corner 103 2020 Moon Mountain District Cabernet Franc
89 points
$65
A solid expression of riper Cabernet Franc that focuses less on the green and herbal flavors and more on the black fruit.
Trojan Horse 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$7
Best Buy
A solid wine for pairing with red meats for a Wednesday dinner with the family or for popping over the weekend with friends while grilling.
88 points $7 Best Buy
Trojan Horse 2022  Pinot Grigio
88 points
$7
Best Buy
A particularly fruity, floral, and aromatic Pinot Grigio that will surely be a hit when served with hors d'ouevres at your next large dinner party.
88 points $7 Best Buy
Peaks & Tides 2022  Chardonnay
88 points
$9
Best Buy
A simple and crowd pleasing Chardonnay for a restaurant BTG.
88 points $9 Best Buy
Chevalier Du Grand Robert 2022  Côtes-Du-Rhône Rouge
88 points
$10
Best Buy
An everyday red wine blend with nice fruit and spices that is smooth and savory.
88 points $10 Best Buy
Contempo NV  Prosecco DOC
88 points
$11
Best Buy
A light, dry, and refreshing Prosecco that will fit any occasion.
88 points $11 Best Buy
High Roller 2021  Pinot Noir
88 points
$14
Best Buy
A Pinot Noir that showcases red fruit and sweet oak notes making this an approachable everyday wine.
88 points $14 Best Buy
Corner 103 2022 Rosé Pinot Noir
88 points
$30
Refreshing and zippy, this Rosé is a great everyday drinking wine.
Paso-D’Oro 2021  Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$30
Lush Cabernet flavor that is restrained on tannins and wine making flourishes. A lovely expression of the grape.
Ste Chapelle NV Open Air Red Blend American
88 points
$30
A very nice example of an untraditional table wine with a nice juicy and spicy character that will pair well with game meats and roasts.
Corner 103 2020 Allure Red Blend Sonoma County
88 points
$60
A ripe Merlot with splashes of chocolate and mocha cream.
Member’s Mark 2020 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$9
Best Buy
A nice everyday Cabernet to have around the house to share with friends or neighbors for any occasion.
87 points $9 Best Buy
Flagship Cellars 2021  Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$15
Best Buy
Pair with red meats or light chocolate and fruit desserts; this is the ripe and juicy Paso Robles you expect.
87 points $15 Best Buy
Corner 103 2021  Chardonnay
87 points
$45
Sometimes you just want that extra coconut, pineapple, and vanilla cream vibe.
Member’s Mark 2021 Private Reserve Chardonnay
86 points
$8
Best Buy
A clean and coconut laden classic Carneros Chardonnay.
86 points $8 Best Buy
Trojan Horse 2022  Chardonnay
85 points
$7
Fruity, floral, and interesting this will make for a good BTG or aperitif white blend.
Pampa 2020 Family Reserve Malbec
85 points
$32
Ripe and vibrant New World fruit with some of the earthy and funky Old World rustic character sprinkled in.
Pampa 2022 Reserve Malbec
84 points
$15
A big, bold, and fruity wine to pair with smoked meat dishes.
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