Trivento, Golden Reserve Malbec 2014, Luján de Cuyo, Argentina
Tasting Note: Having tasted the last two vintages (2012, 2013), and now this third vintage, this Golden Reserve malbec is definitely a solid, well-made wine you can take to a dinner party or enjoy yourself at home.[Read more]
Bokisch Vineyards, Terra Alta Vineyard Clements Hill Albariño 2015, Lodi, California
Tasting Note: A winning white that showcases a native Spanish grape.[Read more]
Trivento, Amado Sur Malbec Bonarda Syrah 2014, Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Note: Could this malbec, bonarda, syrah (MBS) blend be to Argentina what the grenache, syrah, mourvédre (GSM) blend is to the Southern Rhone?[Read more]
Weingut Burg Ravensburg, Baron Von Sulzfeld, Spätburgunder 2015, Kraichgau Baden, Germany
Tasting Note: A lively pinot or “spatburgunder” as the grape variety is known in Germany.[Read more]
Las Leñas, Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Note: There is better wine to be had from Argentina, and this is far from it.[Read more]
Red Newt Cellars, Laboratory Series Notopthalmus 2012, Finger Lakes, New York
Tasting Note: A wine geek’s white blend that’s eminently accessible.[Read more]
Vignobles Pelvillain, Inspiration, Plot 7.9 Cahors 2014, France
Tasting Note: This malbec from Cahors is done in a tart, red style that’s different from the ripe-fruit style you’re likely familiar with from Argentina.[Read more]
San Felipe, Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Note: A malbec made more in the Old World, restrained tradition, rather than in the fruit-forward style for which the region is famous.[Read more]
Il Bastardo, Sangiovese 2015, Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
Tasting Note: A solid sangiovese that would pair well with tomato-based dishes and many an Italian recipe.[Read more]
Hector Wine Company, Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Seneca Lake, New York
Tasting Note: A powerhouse sauvignon blanc with complexity that impresses.[Read more]
