“It shows more richness and offers deeper flavors than most Sauvignons from the region priced under $20, but still shows excellent intensity of aroma and flavor, with lots of linear energy to complement the wine’s breadth and depth. An impressively complete wine, and a terrific value at this price.”

“A fruit-driven offering, with plum pâte de fruit, maraschino cherry and steeped boysenberry notes pumping through, coated with black licorice and backed by an alluring flash of singed apple wood. The fruit turns to mulled in feel on the long, plush finish. Lots to like here.”

“This wine is amassing an enviable track record at an affordable price level. It’s not overly weighty, woody, or assertive, but does afford a lot of flavor, and delivers it in a lastingly delicious manner. This will out-perform many Cabs at twice its price on grounds of purity and immediate enjoyability.”

“A dark, brooding red that effortlessly marries a lovely range of kirsch, blackberry paste, dried mint and eucalyptus flavors with fine, sculpted tannins and a rich streak of minerality -- lots of smoke, fresh earth and iron. Shows concentration and power, revealing even greater detail and expression as this opens in the glass, but at the same time this is an exercise in balance and restraint.”

“A compact, focused red, this presents pretty violet, medicinal herb and anise notes on the nose as it slowly expands -- flavors that are more subdued at first on the palate. This is supported by dense, plushly textured tannins, flavors of mulled cherry, dark chocolate and amaro, loamy earth and smoke that are slowly revealed, gaining momentum and lingering on the long finish. Give this some air or time in the glass to allow it to shine brightest.”

“A refined Rosso, this evokes cherry, strawberry, floral and iron flavors aligned with a supple texture and firm structure. Harmonious and long, but needs some time to integrate.”

“The aromas in this red are a bit muted today, yet the black currant, blueberry, violet, cedar and wild herb flavors are expressive and well-delineated. Gains support from lively acidity and a dense matrix of tannins as this finishes long and palate-staining.”

“Sleek and well-defined, with peach, ripe apple, citrus and baking spice flavors. Rich and complex, with terrific balance and a long, mineral-inflected aftertaste.”

“A creamy white highlighted by aromas of butterscotch, vanilla and peach, with apple and lemon cake flavors following through. Balanced and open, with fine length, this is ready to enjoy.”

“An open-knit white marked by lime blossom, green plum, apple and lemon. Harmonious and charming, with a spice-tinged finish. Subtle yet resonant.”

“A fleshy white, with notes of peach, vanilla and lime blossoms accented by a mineral hint, tightening up on the long finish. Needs time to knit together.”

“Silky and almost racy, with lemon, apple and floral flavors backed by crisp acidity. Light-bodied, focused and long, with elegance and precision.”

“Shows racy acidity driving jasmine and white tea flavors, laced with delicate white nectarine and melon notes. Builds in savory, salty density on the silky palate. Persistent finish.”

“A tightly wound style, this is all about elegance as the black currant, blackberry, floral, stone and Tuscan macchia flavors unwind on the palate. Vibrant and balanced, supple in texture and long on the finish.”

“Aromas of red cherries, dried strawberry bush, bark and wet stones with hints of dried herbs, citrus peel and cedar. Medium- to full-bodied, layered and complex with fine, velvety tannins. Structured and compact. Very balanced with a lingering finish.”

“Packs a round profile that sets the stage for peach, lime blossom, iodine and baking spice flavors backed by bright acidity. Unfolds leisurely on the finish.”

"Packs a rich core of savory ground coffee, loamy earth and tar-tinged smoke enmeshed with a pleasing range of ripe black currant and black plum fruit, bay leaf and milled pepper notes. Full-bodied and dense, this expressive red shows muscular tannins, yet is graceful overall and well-knit, with a plush texture and balsamico acidity carrying the range of flavors."

“Luxurious and rich, yet pinpoint in focus, with expressive apple and strawberry flavors highlighted by brioche, ginger and spices.”

"This elegant, distinctive wine brings together apple, spice, salt and earth elements. Broad and open on the palate, with pie crust and salted browned butter. Builds in chalky mineral energy, bringing poise and balance. Shows impressive range and tension, with a pronounced saline theme resounding through the medium-length finish."

“Saturated with black currant, black cherry, iron and wild herb aromas and flavors, this red is firmly structured and shows fine harmony already in its youth. The supple texture is offset by well-integrated, dusty tannins, while the fruit echoes on the lingering finish.”