August 2024 - US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Part 2

August 2024 - US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Part 2
This month's Wine feature is US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Part 2 Wines

US Red & White Bordeaux Varietals Part 2 Reviews

Arrington Vineyards 2021 KB 15*21 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$58
With its restrained oak, this Cab Sauv is able to show off its high quality of complex, phenolically ripe mountain fruit; a real winner.
King Estate 2023  Sauvignon Blanc
93 points
$20
Best Buy
Fresh fruit and light floral notes lead the way for this lovely, well-balanced Sauv Blanc from Oregon.
93 points $20 Best Buy
Milea Estate Vineyard 2022 Sangs Estate Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc
93 points
$65
An absolutely lovely lighter and food friendly Chinon-esque styling of Cab Franc.
Jacob Franklin 2020 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
93 points
$104
A delightful Cab Sauv from Rutherford that's not to be missed; an excellent combination of earth, herbs, and fruit.
Bellamy Vineyard 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
93 points
$150
A rich, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon that has all the oak and ripe fruit happily expected from Oakville.
Jarvis 2019 Estate Merlot
93 points
$190
Smells, tastes, and has barrel character similar to some spendy Right Bank Bordeaux from a warm vintage; check back in around 2040 as this will only improve with age.
Jarvis 2019  Cabernet Franc
93 points
$230
It smells and tastes like sitting down in a Bentley; you might not know who owns it these days, and you aren't sure how it's made, but everything about it tells you that it is well done and expensive and good now but is going to be amazing when it's vintage.
Pedroncelli 2022 Brothers Mark Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$24
Ripe in a fun, fruity, and playful manner that makes this a great everyday wine for around the house as well as a serious, robust Cab Sauv that shows complexity and a long finish and will impress your next dinner party guests.
Bellamy Vineyard 2022 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$45
Vibrant and fruity with just enough structure and oak spice; quite lovely.
AvinoDos 2019 Two Barrel Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$68
Ripe red and black fruit with ample servings of French oak; a well-balanced wine on the palate with acidity, tannins, and body in a melodious, harmonious balance.
Mira Winery 2017 Hyde Vineyard Merlot
92 points
$75
A serious, elegant Merlot with restrained fruit and lively acidity that wants to compete with Right Bank Bordeaux, and is certainly of that caliber.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2020 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$92
A silky Cabernet that is oak and fruit with just the right amount of residual sugar; a big wine that is yet soft, smooth, and graceful.
Catman Cellars 2022 Petite Merlot Red Blend Columbia Valley
91 points
$32
Like drinking the rich, deep hues of midnight purple; a delicious red that will repay time in the cellar, if you can resist drinking it now.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2022  Sauvignon Blanc
90 points
$46
A more opulent Sauvignon Blanc that would pair well with some tarragon lobster bisque.
Pedroncelli 2021 Wisdom Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
$60
Dark, rich, and earthy with a nice herbal lift to the bold fruit character.
Milea Estate Vineyard 2022 Reserve Cabernet Franc
89 points
$45
Wonderfully herbal and savory with nice red and black fruit in play; an earthy red wine with well-integrated tannins.
Mills 2021 Reserve Paicines Cabernet Sauvignon
89 points
$45
A ripe, juicy Cabernet to pair with rich main courses, particularly red meat.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village NV  Malbec
89 points
$77
Bright and candied; a bit atypical of the grape but delicious and fun.
Tagaris NV Clonk De Plonk Estate Red Blend Columbia Valley
88 points
$14
Best Buy
A new aroma and flavor awaits every time you go back to the glass; a solid Right Bank-styled table wine.
88 points $14 Best Buy
Tagaris 2023 Arete Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$26
Tropical, bright, and fresh, this will be a lively and fun Summer porch pounder.
Paso-D’Oro 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
88 points
$30
A really bright example of Paso Robles Cab with racy red fruits.
Milea Estate Vineyard 2022 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Franc
88 points
$32
A savory, well-made red wine that delivers smoky and earthy notes; excellent for food pairings.
Tagaris 2023 King Fuji Ranch Semillon
88 points
$34
A crushable white wine with a refreshingly crisp acidity to balance the rounded texture and just enough Riesling fruit and floral character to make it fun.
Monte De Oro 2019 Estate Grown Merlot
88 points
$39
Dark and moody, this is a good wine to pair with a bon fire or a movie marathon.
Monte De Oro 2019 Estate Grown Zinfandel
88 points
$45
An interesting, complex Zinfandel that will be at home for your next BBQ or pizza night.
Wild Sun Winery 2022  Cabernet Franc
88 points
$55
Ripe, juicy, and tart fruit make for a lively Cabernet Franc that will enhance any experience.
Artiste Winery NV Flowing Red Blend Santa Barbara County
88 points
$57
Juicy and tasty and definitely appeals to those that love a little more chocolate with their Cabernet.
Artiste Winery NV La Flor Del Sur Red Blend Santa Barbara County
88 points
$70
Tastes like drinking Prince's purple crushed velvet suit.
Artiste Winery NV La Flor De Elza Red Blend Santa Barbara County
88 points
$75
A juicy, round red wine with ample oak and an earthy finish.
Arrington Vineyards 2021 Russell Family Select Merlot
87 points
$30
A lovely everyday table wine with a bit more richness than your average Merlot.
Monte De Oro 2019 Monte De Oro Vineyard Petite Sirah
87 points
$45
A big, round, very fruity Petite Sirah that finishes with a full body warming sensation.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2022 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$52
A bigger, riper, and boozier than average Sauv Blanc that is highly delicious for all those reasons.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2019 Grand Melange Red Blend California
87 points
$79
A rich and round red wine that is easy drinking and made for food.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2019 Bella Collina Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$89
Plump fruit and bold oak usage make this a decadent 'drink now' wine.
Arrington Vineyards 2023 Kinzley Sauvignon Blanc
86 points
$24
A deft balance of tropical fruit and green herbal characteristics; unmistakably Sauvignon Blanc.
Arrington Vineyards 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$32
Loaded with dark and savory fruit flavors, this is a great food pairing wine to also enjoy with your after dinner cigar.
Tagaris 2022 Alice Vineyard Estate Malbec
86 points
$36
Savory and earthy with rich purple fruit tones; an autumnal Malbec.
Monte De Oro 2019  Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$43
Fruity and savory with a refreshing acidity, this will be a good pairing with a pastrami sandwich or charcuterie.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2020  Merlot
86 points
$49
A savory style of Merlot that will really pop paired with grilled steak or smoked brisket.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2019  Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$54
A good after dinner wine to pair with cigars.
Wild Sun Winery 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$55
Tasty and fun with a lively fruit and herb balance; a Tuesday night pizza Cabernet.
Wild Sun Winery 2021 Crying Stone Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$70
A nice lighter style of Cabernet; good fruit without all of the fluff.
Everly Farms Winery 2019  Cabernet Sauvignon
85 points
$34
A Cabernet of various ripeness levels; tasty and will be good as a standard BTG.
Oso Libre Winery 2020 Querida Barrel Aged Red Blend Paso Robles
85 points
$68
A bold, smoky red that will pair with a big steak.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2019 Winemakers Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
85 points
$110
With dense fruit, well-integrated oak, and minimal tannin, this wine is here for your next dinner party.
Oso Libre Winery 2020 Estate Quixotic Cabernet Sauvignon
84 points
$78
Ripe fruit with restraint of oak make this a nice, light sipper.
C ’est La Vie At Europa Village 2019 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
84 points
$125
A big and bold Cabernet in true Napa Valley style.
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