Vinanmeldelser

Soft notes of mandarin and peach fill nose and palate of this fresh and fruit-driven wine. The body is light but full-fruited with a bruised-apple mellowness. It's dry, balanced and easy.

Cofermented with a splash of Viognier, this was aged in one-third new French oak. It's got a dose of the Syrah funk, with spice, a streak of wintergreen, and musky cherry fruit. It's interesting and…

In the mouth there's the slightest impression of sweetness, though technically this may be considered dry. In any event it's loaded with pear and apple fruit, lightly spicy and well suited to any num…

This initially shows funky aromas of stalky underbrush, wet soil and a whiff of damp fur that slowly blow off to reveal toast, leather and dried blackberry jam. The dense full-bodied palate evokes pr…

Appealing aromas of lime and grapefruit set up a pure citrusy palate. Lime, passion fruit and grapefruit flavors are textbook for Leyda SB, while this fades away slowly and with zero bitterness or py…

Made with organic Sangiovese grapes, this opens with aromas of red berry, new leather and a whiff of violet. The bright juicy palate offers crushed raspberry, red cherry, sage and a hint of clove alo…

Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon make up the majority of this wine. Light aromas of herb, coffee bean and barrel spice lead to cranberry and cherry flavors that bring a lot of enjoyment.

Sunny whiffs of Meyer lemon and peach turn zestier on the palate of this dry Riesling. It's a delightfully quaffable wine marked by cutting mineral intensity. Drink now through 2019.

Fresh squeezed boysenberry and raspberry make for a lively fruit entry to the nose of this bottling by one of the area's more respected vineyard managers, who also packs some thyme, sagebrush and pin…

Made entirely with Nero d'Avola, this offers aromas of violet, leather and baking spice. The round palate displays mature blackberry, dried cherry and licorice alongside smooth tannins. Drink through…

One of three prestige cuvées from the producer featuring individual grape varieties, this pure Chardonnay is ripe and creamy. It's softer in dosage than the other bottlings, full of youthful fruitine…

Honey and custard aromas turn steely and brisk on the palate in this medium-bodied dry Riesling. Its tart melon rind and lime flavors are refreshing and approachable, highlighted by a streak of nervy…

A blend of up to five different vintages go into this ripe, full and fruity Champagne. It has a touch of maturity, vibrant acidity and crisp lemon-like fruit. It's fresh and ready to drink.

Give this wine a brief stay in a decanter to help blow off some of the tarry notes and it should be fine. It's full-bodied and creamy, with mocha and black-fruit flavors that finish plush and soft. D…

Aromas of Spanish broom, yellow apple, pear, toast and French oak lead to an elegant if slightly lean palate. A mineral vein adds interest while fresh acidity brightens the finish.

Made entirely with native grape Nerello Mascalese, this opens with aromas of red berry, wild flower, Mediterranean herb and a hint of white pepper. The bright linear palate presents tart red cherry,…

A well-balanced mix of highlights: dried herbs, dusty cherry fruit, and a streak of citrus come together in this estate-grown wine. It finishes with a lick of caramel, from aging in 22% new oak.

There's a slight bit of meaty funk, as can be expected from this grape, on the nose of this bottling, alongside red berries, graphite and a touch of herbs. The palate packs very dark, even black frui…

This dark and brooding blend of 52% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 13% Petite Sirah, 7% Mourvèdre and 3% Tannat shows concentrated dark strawberry, meat char, white pepper and purple flowers on the nose. Those…

Brooding aromas of vanilla, mocha and herb lead to a palate full of fresh acids and firm, but not unrelenting tannins. It's an intriguing example of the variety.

Crisp citrusy aromas include notes of crushed vitamin and ocean breeze. This is tangy and speedy on the palate, with racy acidity. Tangerine and lime flavors are stony, while this is fresh, lasting a…

Aromas of yellow fruit and a whiff of toasted hazelnut lead the way on this dessert wine. A blend of 60% Grechetto and Procanico, 35% Sauvignon and 5% Sémillon, the rich palate delivers dried apricot…

Blending Chardonnay and Arinto, this wine has come with a fine balance between a creamy texture and bright acidity. It is ripe, fruity with a soft character that also has an aromatic element. Drink t…

Mourvèdre (82%) makes up the majority of this wine, with the balance equal parts Cinsault and Grenache. A blend of fruit from McKinley Springs and Upland vineyards, it offers aromas of white pepper,…