2017 Russell B. Gregory Rose
On this Valentine’s Day, or for that matter, any day throughout the year, what a better way to say I Love You than by enjoying a glass of this rare and unique rose. Made from 30% Syrah and 70% Gewürztraminer grapes from the Hungarian Vineyard in the Willamette Valley...
2015 Jeff Cohn “The Impostor”
Like a maestro conducting a symphony orchestra, who takes every note in the musical scale (A,G,B,D,F) and blends them into a work of art, the same can be said for wine blend master Jeff Cohn. Yet, his notes are of the grape varietal expression (Z,S,PS,G,M,V), which he has been...
2018 Couly – Dutheil “Les Chanteaux” Chinon White
When most people see a wine labeled Chenin Blanc, they think first and foremost sweet, box wine and cheap. True lovers of the grape know that the best versions are dry, elegant, racy and seductive. This Chinon white from the Loire Valley of France, made from 100% Chenin Blanc,...
Champagne Lallier R.014
What a better way to start off 2020 with a bang, or should I say a pop, than with a bottle of Champagne Lallier R.014 Brut. Fresh, soft, elegant and refreshingly appealing. Lovers of French Champagne and sparkling wines will understand, but for those who are hesitant to try...
1989 Santino Sonoma County Riesling Dry Berry Select Harvest
At a recent tasting, I was amazed to be treated to 3 specific dessert wines credited to master winemaker Scott Harvey. Making his mark at a number of different wineries before settling in on his own brand, his German wine training afforded him to produce this gem of a...
2015 Giuliano Rosati Valpolicella Ripasso
Born in the vineyards surrounding Verona, Italy, made from the triage of Carvinone, Corvina and Rondinella grapes, this is truly one unique beauty. With up front black cherry, blackberry and plum fruit, there are so many other aspects of this wine that emerge with each and every sip. Clove,...
2014 D66 Grenache
Technically named Department 66, this offering from David Phinney, who produces a number of high quality wines under the Orin Swift umbrella, is one of the best bang for the buck wines on the market today. If you are a fan of big, bold and powerful reds, this beauty...
NV Malamatina Retsina
When it comes to wines from Greece, they certainly do not garner the respect as their more popular European wine producing neighbors. Yet, die hard oenophiles will agree that there are many quality selections to be had, if only you can find them. You’d be hard pressed to find...
2017 Russell B. Gregory Sauvignon Blanc
Here is a white wine so unique, it has a personality of its own. Fresh and clean with lemon, lime, Granny Smith apple, green melon and grilled pineapple fruit that flows over the palate with lip smacking richness. Its broad range of flavors keeps developing over time, showing anise,...
2013 Feather Cabernet Sauvignon
If you are a lover of Cabernet Sauvignon, it seems very hard these days to find something of great quality at an affordable price. Who wouldn’t want to taste the precious Cult Cab’s which cost upwards of $100 to $1000. Look far north to the State of Washington which...