Just bottled, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Montecillo Vineyard Old Vine is one of the most elegant wines I have ever tasted from this site. Orange peel, mint, chalk and white pepper are all beautifully lifted. The 2023 possesses... Read More
The 2023 Zinfandel Beeson Ranch is a very pretty wine. Floral and spice overtones lead into a core of red cherry fruit, blood orange, cedar, mint and sweet pipe tobacco. There's a ton of pure Zinfandel character here. This... Read More
This wine consistently makes a compelling case for one of the best under $50 Oregon Pinot Noirs. Winemaker Ben Casteel believes that the entry-point wine is often the most reflective of an estate’s quality, and therefore... Read More
LFG. I'm guessing the winemakers mean, Let's freaking go. Given the beautiful 2023 vintage, LFG should stand for let's freaking grin. A captivating boysenberry sorbet and blueberry aroma combination is counterpointed... Read More
The newer ownership of this historic brand is doing a solid job of keeping the Rhône vibe and mission alive. This blend of 69% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 14% Cinsaut and 2% Petite Sirah offers fresh red currant aromas that are... Read More
Here's a Cabernet Franc from Paso Robles that retains varietal character while showing the region's inherent power. Aromas of oregano, thyme, purple flower, and black plum draw in the nose. The palate shows a slightly... Read More
Fresh and pure, with a pretty gilding of violet and iris notes draped over a solid core of cassis and cherry puree. Shows a graphite underpinning on the finish. Drink now through 2030. 1,914 cases made.
A supple, flavorful, sleek and densely fruity wine on a full body. The tannins seem to build on the palate, giving a little textural grip to raspberry and red and black cherry flavors and attractive oak spices like cinnamon, cloves... Read More
This new project for this onetime Rhône specialist delivers satisfying Pinot at a very fair price. Black plum, elderberry and violet aromas make for a darker nose. The palate is bold as well, with lavender elevating the... Read More
Another impressive wine at a remarkable price point, the 2023 OVR Cabernet Sauvignon is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grown at the family’s McDowell property in Mendocino County. It’s dry, refined, and tastes of classic... Read More
