FELTON ROAD
“Calvert” Pinot Noir 2015
Mesmerizing flavor without mass. Richness without weight. I’ve always imagined that for the monks of… Continue reading
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GREEN & RED
“Tip Top Vineyard” Zinfandel 2013
Many of the great zinfandel producers insist that zinfandel can be refined, even elegant. I’ve… Continue reading
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KNUDSEN
Pinot Noir 2015
We had an employee once who, after tasting a really good pinot noir would always… Continue reading
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COCCHI
Barolo Chinato
I am addicted to drinking Italian bitters after dinner. The savory/bitter/sweet/spicy tanginess and the kinetic… Continue reading
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CLOUDY BAY
Sauvignon Blanc 2016
Cloudy Bay—the original stunner from New Zealand—hasn’t lost her charm. When the wine debuted in… Continue reading
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FREEMARK ABBEY
"Sycamore Vineyard" Cabernet Sauvignon 1999
Warren Winiarski, the founder of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars once said to me, “Age gives… Continue reading
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RUTHERFORD HILL
"Rutherford" Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
The phrase “iron fist in a velvet glove” was coined long ago as a metaphor… Continue reading
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PENFOLDS
Max Shiraz Cabernet 2015
I admire Max Schubert (after whom this wine was named). Schubert apparently didn’t flinch when… Continue reading
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DOMAINE DES BAUMARD
“Clos Du Papillon” Savennières 2013
In wine, what we don’t know is often the most fascinating part of drinking. Take… Continue reading
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FOX RUN VINEYARDS
Dry Riesling 2015
A recent trip to the Finger Lakes of New York left me stunned. I knew… Continue reading
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SAVAGE GRACE
“Underwood Mountain” Riesling 2016
The idea of a riesling born in a gorge that’s been carved out by glaciers… Continue reading
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CHAPPELLET
"Signature" Chenin Blanc 2016
Among the white wines you should not miss this summer is this delicious legend. It’s snappy… Continue reading
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