Ripe redcurrants, cedarwood, leafy herbs, and hints of tobacco all emerge from the 2020 The Highlands, a spicy, complex, medium to full-bodied red with fine tannins and a silky, layered, elegant style. I'm a fan of this red,... Read More
The 2020 Optimist is another Rhône-like blend based on 45% Grenache, 40% Syrah, and near-equal parts Roussanne and Petit Verdot. Ripe blackberries, darker cherries, leather, pepper herbs, and hints of cigar all emerge on... Read More
An intriguing blend of Vermentino (88%), Cortese (6%), Chardonnay (4%), Pinot Gris (2%). From vineyards across the Riverland and the Adelaide Hills. Fresh, textural, green apples and minerality, perfect for summer and seafood.... Read More
In 2008 I founded Tatomer with two Riesling vineyards. My intention was to use my knowledge to make bone-dry Riesling in California unlike many of the off-dry examples in the marketplace today. I made a mere 400 cases in a small... Read More
The very pale 2020 El Transistor fermented in barrels, foudres and concrete and stainless steel vats, where it matured for six to seven months. It's always been produced with grapes from the same vineyard on very stony soils.... Read More
A tight, linear red with lots of currants, salt and cloves on the nose and palate. Really spicy. Medium-bodied with firm, polished tannins and a flavorful finish. A new wine from the owners of Chateau Angélus, from the... Read More
Classic red and black fruits, leafy herbs, orange blossom, and damp flower notes all emerge from the 2020 Pinot Noir Fe Ciega Vineyard, another Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir with a supple, layered, medium-bodied mouthfeel, terrific... Read More
Crushed blackberries, dried herbs, spices and flowers. A round yet fleshy and juicy delivery of malbec and bonarda, delivering richness as well as drinkability. Pretty long, too. Drink or hold.
This smooth and nicely ripe wine is easy to sip and enjoy. Light tannins and a rounded mouthfeel soothe the palate while subtle dried herbs and tasty, modest black cherry and blueberry flavors give plenty to appreciate.... Read More
The 2020 Vatan comes from exceptionally old vines in the Quemaos vineyard situated in the Villaester de Abajo area. Aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, it displays a dark purple color. The balsamic nose reveals plums, sour... Read More