Vinanmeldelser

Eiendommens 5,3 hektar ble først plantet i 1999. Denne skjønne vinen gir uttrykk for perfekt modnet svart-kirsebærfrukt, et hint av cola, og et grunnlag av ren jord, supplert med et snev av mineral.…

Det er et mørkere fruktspekter tydelig i reservevinen, med toner av kaffe, røyk, sorte frukter, et snev av forkullet tre, alt godt integrert uten å dempe kjernen av fruktige smaker. De lyse smakene f…

Denne enkle vingårdsvin er laget av Nils Venge og Tom Rinaldi, som på en eller annen måte har klart å fange stille eleganse og kraftig frukt samtidig. Rød frukt preget, den er rund og rik, med modera…

Polert på alle måter, bringer denne en fristende blanding av mandelpasta, eple og hvit pepper. Villgjærfermentering i eik (30 % ny) forener komplekse komponenter i perfekt presis balanse. Som med all…

Fra en førsteklasses vinmark relativt høyt oppe i høyden i appellasjonen, viser denne vinen vakker, frisk syre, mens robuste lag av fjellbringebær, bjørnebær og kaffearomaer konkurrerer om oppmerksom…

Aromaene popper, med noter av appelsinskall, glør, speket kjøtt, svart oliven og våt stein, med lilla frukt som lurer i bakgrunnen. Smaken er overraskende fruktig, med plomme og krydrede smaker som d…

Focused and dense, this intense wine captures the essence of ripe raspberries. Aged in 50% new French oak, it's got a strong vein of coffee and mocha. The flavors broaden out and penetrate, finishing…

This wine is dark, deep and densely flavored with black cherry, cola and coffee. It tastes bigger than its moderate alcohol might suggest, and powers through to a long, lushly fruity finish.

Honey and saffron accent pristine peach and floral aromas on this wine from Robert Weil's historic “tower hill” vineyard. It's extravagantly ripe with yellow stone-fruit and tangerine flavors, yet da…

It boasts classic varietal aromas of crushed tomato vine, stone fruit and honeydew melon. The palate delivers white peach, cantaloupe and mineral accented with mint, thyme and rosemary notes that giv…

This vineyard designate, showcasing the oldest vines from the oldest vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley, piles on the details of earth, grape and barrel. There's cassis, blackberry and fig in generou…

Light in color, this delicate wine is herbal and yet bright in Bing cherry, quite nuanced and slight at first, unveiling its concentration and complexity slowly and seductively over time. Made by lon…

Aged seven years in French oak, this is made from Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and then fortified with six-year-old, barrel-aged Cabernet Franc brandy. Very little is made. The experi…

This bold Sauvignon opens with classic varietal fragrances of crushed tomato vine, stone fruit and honeydew melon. The creamy palate delivers layers of white peach, apricot, cantaloupe and mineral su…

Many wineries source fruit from this exceptional vineyard, but few make a better wine than this. Fragrant, elegant and smooth, it's tight and detailed, with a toasty edge to pretty cherry fruit. It f…

The grapes come from three vineyards: Georges III in Rutherford, Tokalon in Oakville and Stagecoach, up on Atlas Peak. That helps explain the wine's beauty. It's pure California, cult-style Cab, soft…

From Verdicchio's leading producer, this is the wine that started the denomination's renaissance into Italy's premier white. The '09 is beautiful, with an intense perfume of yellow flowers and stone…

In 2011 the alcohol drops a bit and the fruit comes forward, stepping slightly away from the strongly herbal flavors of the 2010. It's reflective of the vintage, and perhaps more immediately approach…

Kiona's ice wines are legendary, and this latest is as excellent as any they've done. Butterscotch scents invite further exploration. As the wine coats the mouth, it comes into lush focus with brown…

The most floral and lemony of Charles Smith's trio of Viogniers, this received extra time in barrel, yielding a more Burgundian mouthfeel—rich and creamy. Just 10% saw new oak, which seems to be exac…

Flinty elderberry and crushed blackberry are the dark-fruited aromatics that pervade the nose and palate of this wine. There is a smoky smudge to the velvet tannins, making this intriguing and elegan…

This wine is massively ripe, with black currant, dark chocolate and anise flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon brings a black currant note and tannic power, Cabernet Franc adds a cherried richness, and Merlot…

This wine is made from a mix of 13 different grape varieties in a field blend. It's a totally terroir driven wine, full of mineral and gritty textures in its youth. Behind this structure is a wild ra…

As with Dunham's other Lewis Vineyard designates, this is 100% varietal, showcasing the distinct imprint of the vineyard as it impacts one specific grape. Sharp and smoky, with bright flavors of rasp…