| Year | Wine | Variety | Location | Price | Num | Rating |
| | | | | | | |
| 1998 | Adobe Canyon Cellars California | Zinfandel | O-3 | 8.99 | 1 | |
| 2005 | Asti Winery Cellar No. 8 | Zinfandel | | 8/14 | 0/1 | |
| 14.6% alc.; |
| 1992 | B.V.S.E Walnut Crest Rapel Valley | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| 1999 | Babcock Vineyards "Black Label Cuvee" Santa Barbara County | Syrah | J-2 | $40/$50 SRP | 1/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| Winemaker's notes in cellar book. |
| 1999 | Babcock Vineyards Eleven Oaks Santa Barbara County | Sangiovese | | 40.00 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; |
| Very good, but not for the price. |
| 1995 | Babcock Vineyards Eleven Oaks Santa Ynez Valley | Sangiovese | U-2 | | 3/12 | |
| 13.6% alc; unfiltered; Tannins still strong, could use another year in the cellar |
| Tannins still strong, could use another year in the cellar. (11-13-01) |
| 2000 | Babcock Vineyards Grand Cuvee | Pinot Noir | A-3 | 28 | 1/1 | |
| 13.8% alc; See newsletter, 4-2002 release date. |
| 2000 | Babcock Vineyards Mt. Carmel | Pinot Noir | A-3 | 40.00 | 1/1 | |
| 13.8% alc; See newsletter, 4-01-2002 release date. |
| 1998 | Babcock Vineyards Santa Barbara County | Pinot Noir | B-1 | | 5/11 | |
| Tasting Mom's Day, 5-12-02, vg, some tannins; 4-12-03 Fantastic; 1-22-04 Wow! |
| 2000 | Babcock Vineyards Santa Barbara County | Syrah | | 22.00 | 0/1 | |
| 2001 | Babcock Vineyards Santa Barbara County | Pinot Noir | A-3 | 17.60/22 | 1/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; |
| Winemaker's notes on file. |
| 1999 | Babcock Vineyards Tri-Counties Cuvee | Pinot Noir | A-3 | | 1/1 | |
| 14.0% alc.; |
| 1998 | Babcock Vineyards Troc California | Zinfandel | M-2 | | 1/12 | |
| 14.3% alc; |
| Sept 2002: Has cellared nicely, ready to drink now. |
| 1998 | Babcock Vineyards Troc Santa Barbara County Claret | Red Wine | | | 0/13 | |
| 13.7% alc; |
| Sept 2002: cellared nicely; ready to drink now. |
| 1997 | Baily Winery Temecula TV Red Lot 3 | Cabernet | D-4 | | 1/12 | |
| 13.2% alc; |
| 1996 | Balduzzi Reserva | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.0% alc. |
| 2001 | Banrock Station Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon | Red Wine | | 7.99 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; see winemaker's notes in my docs. |
| 2001 | Banrock Station South Eastern Australia | Shiraz | | 8.99 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; see winemaker's notes in my docs |
| Very good table wine at a great price. Beaujolais type wine. |
| NV | Barefoot Cellars California | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2002 | Barton&Guestier Vouvray | Chenin Blanc | | | 0/1 | |
| 11.5 % alc; |
| Slightly sweet, very good. |
| 2000 | Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal California | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 1997 | Belmondo Delle Venezie | Cabernet | | 2.99 | 0/11 | 84/100 |
| WE: A light, fruity nose with oaky vanilla notes. Good clean Cabernet fruit throughout. Plum flavor and light-bodied. Very approachable (Best Buy, 5/99) |
| WE rating not verified in WE database. |
| 1997 | Belmondo Delle Venezie | Merlot | | 2.99 | 0/10 | 83/100 |
| Beverage Testing Institute: Bright pink-red hue. Sweet, candied red fruit aromas. Attractive sweet cherry fruit flavors with a medium body and a simple, quick finish. Highly quaffable. (BTI staff writer, 11/99) |
| 1995 | Beringer North Coast | Zinfandel | O-1 | | 2/3 | |
| 13.4% alc; Vintage Release: June 1998; Winemaker's notes: Our 1995 Zinfandel blends innate Zinfandel spiciness with a rich combination of blackberry and black cherry flavors nicely accentuated by a small amount of intensely flavored Petit Sirah added into the final blend. See web site for more info. |
| 2004 | Beringer Blass Wine Estates White Lie | Chardonnay | | | 0/1 | |
| alc 9.8 %; Grapes are from Santa Barbera County; intended as a female wine, similar to Pinot Grigio |
| I enjoyed it |
| 2003 | Beringer Vineyards California Gamay Beaujolais | Gamay | | | 0/2 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| Opened in 2008, excellent and great value |
| 2005 | Beringer Vineyards Stone Cellars California | Merlot | | 8/12 | 0/1 | 86 |
| 13.5% alc.;86 by Winecentric.com |
| Great buy |
| 2006 | Beringer Vineyards Stone Cellars California | Cabernet | | 8/12 | 0/1 | 84 |
| 13% alc.; 84 by Corkd.com |
| 2005 | Black Opal Wines South Eastern Australia | Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot | | 5 | 11/12 | |
| 13.5% alc.; 52% Cab, 48% Merlot |
| 2001 | Bodegas Campo Viejo Reserva | Tempranillo | | | 0/1 | 88 |
| 13% alc.; 87-91 on cellartracker.com |
| Very good |
| 2002 | Bodegas Y Vinedos Del Jalon S.A. Calatayud Vina Alarba | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13% alc.; |
| 1997 | Bogle Vineyards California | Petite Sirah | K-4 | | 2/6 | 92/100, 89/100 |
| 13.5% alc; BTI: 92/100, Dark ruby purple. Moderately full-bodied. Highly extracted. Quite tannic. Plums, chocolate. Floral, bright fruity aromas follow through on the palate, with substantial tannins not turning too dry on the finish. This could use a few years, although is approachable now (tasted on 01/08/1999). BTI: 89/100, Deep purple hue. Very ripe plum and prune aromas. Concentrated lush fruit on the attack, leading a full-bodied palate with a persistent fruity finish. has fine acid balance and good fine-grained tannins. Midterm cellar candidate (3-6 years). (tasted on 06/11/1999). |
| 2005 | Bohemian Highway Wines California | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13% alc.; |
| good |
| 2002 | Burgess Cellars Napa Valley | Syrah | | | 0/1 | |
| I was disappointed; thought it would be better |
| 2000 | Burrton Wine Company Special Selection Napa Valley | Sauvignon Blanc | | 9.99 | 0/1 | |
| 13.2% alc; A very pretty style Sauvignon Blanc with impeccable balance and sophistication, with clean and lively fruit aromas/flavors that linger with tart/mineral characteristics; finewine.com: "Focus and purity are terms that come to mind when tasting this white wine. Lemon zest and orange fruit aromas combine with a bare hint of toasty, creamy flavors to make a refreshing yet satisfying drink." Andrew |
| 2001 | C.S.V SRL Vestini | Montepulciano | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.0 % alc.; Abruzzi region |
| 2002 | C.S.V. SRL Vestini | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.0% alc. |
| 2003 | C.S.V. SRL Vestini | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.0% alc.; Tipica region |
| 1999 | Callaway Vineyard California Coastal | Cabernet | | $11 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| Gift from Diane Price |
| 2001 | Camelot Vineyards & Winery California | Merlot | | | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2006 | Canyon Oaks Vineyards California | Cabernet | | 4 | 0/1 | |
| 13% alc.; |
| 2006 | Canyon Oaks Vineyards California | Shiraz | | 4 | 0/1 | |
| 13% alc.; |
| 2004 | Cartlidge & Browne Rabid Red | Red Wine | | 10.5/15 | 0/1 | 88 |
| 13.5% alc.; |
| 2001 | Casa Pedro Domecq Valle De Calafia, Baja California | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.6% alc.; |
| Not bad. |
| 2002 | Cesari SRL IL Poggio | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.0% alc. |
| 1994 | Chateau Canuet | Bordeaux | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc.; |
| 1997 | Chateau Julien Monterey County | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 2001 | Chateau Julien Monterey County | Chardonnay | | | 0/1 | |
| Pretty good. |
| 1995 | Chateau Souverain Dry Creek Valley | Zinfandel | O-4 | | 5/10 | |
| 13.6% alc; |
| 1996 | Chateau Souverain Dry Creek Valley | Zinfandel | N-3 | | 0/10 | |
| 13.8% alc; |
| 1996 | Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley | Cabernet | E-4 | | 4/12 | |
| 2001 | Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley | Gewurtztraminer | | | 0/1 | |
| Gift |
| 2002 | Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| Gift from Hicklings, Xmas 2005 |
| 2002 | Citra Vini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo | Montepulciano | | 7 | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 2002 | Cline Red Truck | Red Wine | | 7.99 | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| Excellent value |
| 1999 | Cline Cellars California | Zinfandel | | 7.99/10 SRP | 0/1 | 87/100;86/100 |
| 14.0% alc; Best Buy 86: Lively in the mouth, with flavors of raisins, dried currants and roasted herbs, highlighted by modest tannins. A very good Zin at a hard-to-argue-with price. Drink now through 2005. 86,000 cases made. (WS, 5-15-2001,-JL); Best Buy 87: Full dark berry aromas and flavors and classic pepper accents mark this very likeable wine. Cocoa and meaty elements add a bit of complexity not necessarily expected at this price. Kept lively by its brisk, but not sharp acidity, it finishes peppery with a tart-sweet profile. This straightforward, delicious wine exemplifies how competitive California can still be, despite the trend to priciness. — W.E. (3/1/01) |
| 2002 | Cline Cellars California | Syrah | | | 0/1 | |
| alc 13.5%; very good |
| 1997 | Cline Cellars Live Oak Vineyard Contra Costa County | Zinfandel | M-3 | 21 | 3 | 87/100, 90/100 |
| 14% alc; Very ripe and jammy, with black cherry, wild berry, plum, tar and earth notes. Firms up on the finish, where it turns peppery. Drink now through 2007. (1519 cases produced)(WS, 12/15/99). Bright deep ruby-red. Jammy blackberry liqueur aroma shows a distinct note of raisin. Dense and powerfully structured but currently rather clenched in the middle palate. The most backward of these '97 zins today. Finishes with a major mouthful of tannins. 90(+?) points ( Stephen Tanzer, May/June 1999) |
| 1999 | Cline Cellars Los Carneros | Syrah | K-1 | 13.99/23 SRP | 2/3 | 90/100 |
| 14% alc; 90 Points, Spectator Selection;The intense Syrah Los Carneros 1999,is rich black cherry, game meat, mineral, leather and earth flavors. Run, don't walk to secure this striking wine. 2842 cases made. --J.L.(WS online, 8/10/01); Fragrant and intense, with a harmonius array of flavors -- rich black cherry, game, mineral, spice, leather and earth. Generous toasty oak and round, polished tannins linger on the finish. Drink now through 2006. 2,842 cases made- -JL. (WS, 10/31/01) |
| 2000 | Clos Pegase Napa Valley Carneros Mitsuko's Vineyard | Chardonnay | X-4 | | 0/1 | |
| 14.3% alc; |
| Gift |
| 2004 | Coltibuono Cancelli | Red Wine | | 10/6 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc.; Almanacco del Berebene - Gambero Rosso, Italy ,Oscar Quality/Price |
| good |
| 2000 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley Merlot-Cabernet | Red Wine | | 10/15 SRP | 0/18 | |
| 13% alc; 50% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Franc, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon; See web site for winemaker's notes. |
| 1994 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Merlot | I-2 | | 2/7 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| 8-10-02: Has cellared quit well. Again, on 3-5-03, very nice. |
| 1998 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Merlot | | 7.49/11 SRP | 0/36 | 87/100 |
| 13.0 % alc; A bit leaner than most Washington Merlots, this well-priced bottling delivers a lively core of cherry and spice flavors, which enlarge nicely on the finish and linger. Tannins have a bit of grit to lose. 87 points, Best Buy, Best after 2001. 162,000 cases made (WS, 8-31-01) |
| 1999 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Cabernet | | 6.89 | 0/3 | |
| VG for the price. |
| 2000 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Cabernet | | $9.99 | 0/3 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| A gem for the price. Always consistent, year to year. |
| 2000 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Chardonnay | | $5/$8 SRP | 0/25 | 87; 86 |
| 13.0% alc; 86 points: A strong, spicy nose opens into a clean and bracing wine, with a firm structure, full flavors and ripe, fresh fruit. It’s not as over the top and user-friendly as the enormously popular 1998 and 1999 versions, but it’s a darn fine every day go-to bottle. (WE, P.G., 2/1/02); 86 points: Bright and juicy, a lively mouthful of pear and melon fruit, with spicy notes sneaking in on the open-textured finish. Drink now through 2003. 530,000 cases made. (WS Web Only;HS) |
| Excellent wine for $5. |
| 2001 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley | Chardonnay | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.6 % alc; |
| 1998 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley Grand Estates | Cabernet | boxed cases | 7.99/11 SRP | 6/115 | 89/87 |
| 13.0 % alc; 89 pts. - "Smoky, slightly gamy aromas and flavors add interest to the basic black cherry and currant in this solid, beautifully proportioned Cabernet. A stylish red, nicely packed with flavor, and with no harsh edges.Drink now through 2005. 111,000 cases made. " (WS, April 30, 2001); "50 Great Wine Values from Around the World" - "Washington state's Columbia Crest scores again, this time with its red wines. This Cabernet is stylish, packed with fruit and smoky flavors, and is well-proportioned. The winery's Merlot from the same vintage is identical to the Cabernet in score and price...Both wines offer serious quality for the price." (WS, May 31, 2001); (Winemaker's tasting notes on Acrobat file).Dark ruby hue. Spicy American oak and black fruit aromas. Licorice and oak spice feature prominently on a medium-bodied palate with dark fruits and moderately drying tannins on the finish, 87 points, Highly Recommended (BTI, $11, 9-1-2001). |
| Excellent wine for the value. |
| 1999 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley Grand Estates | Chardonnay | X-1 | 7.19/11 (WS) or 13 (WE)SRP | 4/13 | 91/89/86 |
| 13.5% alc.; Rich and vibrant, beautifully focused to show off its plush honey, spice and smoke-accented pear and apricot flavors. Finish is seductively polished and as smooth as a Jean Arp sculpture. 91 points, drink now through 2005. 120,000 cases made (WS, 4-30-01); The Grand Estates is CC’s midpriced offering, and the Chardonnay sees plenty of oak and sur-lie aging. Rich, toasted-nut aromas underscore firm apple and pear fruit. The custardy texture is a treat. 89 points,Best Buy (WE — P.G., 6/1/01); Brilliant yellow-gold. Toasted coconut and vanilla with ripe melon and apple. Very correct tart apple flavors and oak spice with a medium-bodied palate and a modest buttery finish, 86 points, Highly Recommended (BTI, 9-1-01). |
| 2001 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley Grand Estates | Syrah | | 7/15.00 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| Very good for the price |
| 1999 | Columbia Crest Winery Columbia Valley Merlot-Cabernet | Red Wine | | 5/9 SRP | 0/1 | 85 |
| 13.0% alc; 50% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 15 % Cabernet Sauvignon;On the crisp side, with spicy oak and slight mushroom overtones around the firm blackberry flavors. Drink now through 2005. 180,000 cases made (WS-5/31/02) |
| A good value, above average. |
| 1994 | Concannon Vineyard Central Coast Reserve Assemblage | Red Wine | C-3 | | 4/5 | |
| 12.8% alc; |
| 4-18-03 Excellent, it has cellared beautifully. |
| 1996 | Concannon Vineyard Arroyo Seco-Monterey Selected Vineyard | Riesling | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.8% alc; Johannisberg Riesling |
| Excellent |
| 1996 | Concannon Vineyard California Selected Vineyard | Petite Sirah | L-2 | | 2/3 | |
| 1998 | Concannon Vineyard Central Coast Selected Vineyard | Petite Sirah | L-2 | 13.49 | 1/3 | |
| Tom Lane, Winemaker: Big berry jam and bigger plum flavors are balanced with vanilla and a nice chalky mouth feel. Smooth, soft tannins in this richly colored red surprises tasters. Big enough to go with the juiciest porterhouse but soft and smooth enough to match the hottest chili dish without making it hotter. Try it with spicy Asian food, barbecue, red pasta dishes, meat and game. |
| 2000 | Concannon Vineyard Central Coast Selected Vineyard | Cabernet | | 10 | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| Should buy some more. |
| 1986 | Concannon Vineyard Livermore Valley Assemblage | White Wine | | | 0/12 | |
| Assemblage is a blend of two estate grown wines, semillon and sauvignon blanc, whose virtues are enhanced by selecting the most complementary lots and blending them in optimum proportions. A winemaking task in its purest art form. The 1986 vintage of assemblage is 55% sauvignon blanc and 45% semillon. A wine of impressive character; generous in its amplitude of aroma and flavor; full-bodied with a long and smooth finish. Its elegance and finesse are a distinction of our estate vineyards famous gravel. Elegant now and due to fine balance will enjoy great longevity. Bottled in 1988 and cellar aged at the winery. |
| Finished the last bottle in March of 2002. It was great! |
| 1987 | Concannon Vineyard Livermore Valley Reserve | Cabernet | F-2 | | 5/15 | |
| 11.5% alc; |
| May 2003: wow! has cellared well, shows no degradation. |
| 1994 | Concannon Vineyard Livermore Valley Reserve | Petite Sirah | L-2 | | 3 | |
| 1996 | Concannon Vineyard Rightously Rose | Red Wine | | 9 | 0/1 | |
| 12.7 % alc; |
| Served 11/27/06, cork deteriated, wine excellent; 48% Mouvedre, 27% Cinsault, 15% Marsanne, 8% Syrah. Rhone Valley type wine. |
| 2005 | Concha y Toro Frontera | Merlot | | 3/5 | 3/4 | 85/100 |
| 13.0% alc.; Gismondi on Wine: Similar in style to the previous edition with its savoury, cedar, minty, leafy tobacco nose. Its reasonably smooth supple palate with crushed leaf and minty tobacco blueberry flavours. Simple straight-up red that is best used around the barbecue. |
| very pleasant |
| 2005 | Concha y Toro Frontera | Shiraz | | 3/6 | 2/3 | 2/5 |
| 13.0% alc.; 87% Shiraz 13% Malbec |
| remarkably pleasant wine |
| 2006 | Concha y Toro Frontera | Blend | | 3.5/5 | 1/4 | |
| 13.0 % alc.; San Jose Mercury News, 04-2001: "A Chilean Bordeaux-style blend that has some of the nuance and richness of Cabernet along with the suppleness and drinkability of Merlot - at a great price." |
| Excellent value |
| 1996 | Consorzio Cantine Sociali Della Marca Trevigiana La Marca Piave | Merlot | | 5.85 | 0/1 | |
| 12% alc; |
| Bad wine |
| 2002 | Corbett Canyon California | Cabernet | | 3 | 0/1 | |
| Silver 2002 San Francisco Chronicle Northern California Wine Competition; Silver 2002 Wine & Spirits International Wine Competition; Gold 2002 Jerry D. Mead Inland Empire Wine Extravaganza |
| Very good table wine |
| 2005 | Coron Pere & Fils Cotes du Rhone | Rhone | | 5/10 | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| Cork was 3/4 wicked, tasted corky; no upc code |
| 2004 | DOMAINE DE FONTSAINTE Corbières | Red Wine | | 10 SRP | 0/1 | 87 |
| 12.5% alc; WS: Concentrated, with plenty of roasted plum and meat flavors, and a smoky tinge. Tight finish filled with graphite notes. Drink now through 2009. 3,500 cases made. |
| 2002 | Davies & Co. Cockatoo Ridge | Shiraz | | 4 | 0/4 | |
| 13.8 % alc.; |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards Estate Bottled Los Amigos Ranch | Sangiovese | | $20/$25 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; Winemaker notes on file. |
| Excellent |
| 2001 | De Loach Vineyards Estate Bottled Peyo Vineyard | Pinot Noir | | 20/25 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; Winemaker notes on file. |
| Wine Club: Excellent, buy more! |
| 1998 | De Loach Vineyards Estate Bottled Russian River Valley | Zinfandel | M-4 | 14.40 | 5/8 | 90/88 |
| 14.5% alc; 90 Points: This winery knows Zinfandel, and aficionados will instantly recognize this ripe, spicy, balanced, rich Zin, and a rather heady one at that - 14.5%. Has big, juicy, fat Zin flavors (WE, sh 2-1-00); 88 Points: Bright deep red. Perfumed aromas of strawberry preserve and orange peel. Juicy and fairly intensely flavored but rather tight: creamy-sweet at the core buy not yet expansive. Finishes bright and firm, with good length (Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar); 3.5 Stars: Medium complexity, medium-bodied, showy, toasty oak (WineToday.com); Gold at Dallas Morning News Nat’l Wine Comp, 2000; Gold at Northcoast Wine Comp/Cloverdale Citrus Fair, 2000; Silver at Orange County Fair, 2000; Silver at Hilton Head Winefest, 2000; Silver at Sonoma County Harvest Fair, 1999; Silver at Jerry Mead New World Int’l Wine Comp., 2000. |
| Yummy (03-03-03); Wow (July, 2003); |
| 1998 | De Loach Vineyards Estate Bottled Russian River Valley | Merlot | G-4 | 14.40 | 2 | |
| 1999 | De Loach Vineyards Estate Bottled Sonoma County | Pinot Gris | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc.; |
| Received from DeLoacy Wine Club |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards O.F.S | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards O.F.S | Chardonnay | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.0% alc.; Winemaker notes on file. |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards O.F.S | Cabernet | | | 1/2 | 90/100 |
| 14.5% alc; Winemaker notes on file. Medium-dark ruby; attractive, forward, rich, plummy, briary, peppery, sweet black cherry and black raspberry fruit aroma with overtones of dill and American oak; full body; big, berry fruit flavors; well structured and balanced with firm acidity; medium-full tannin; lingering aftertaste. Shows a lot of very appealing, bright berry fruit with complementing oak. [90/100 California Grapevine] |
| Wonderful full-bodied robust wine. |
| 2002 | De Loach Vineyards O.F.S | Pinot Noir | B-2 | | 2/0 | |
| 14.5% alc; Winemaker notes on file. |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards O.F.S. | Merlot | G-1 | $32/$40 SRP | 1/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; See winemaker's notes in library book. |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards Russian River Valley | French Colombard | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; Winemaker notes on file. |
| 2001 | De Loach Vineyards Russian River Valley | Viognier | X-4 | $16/$20 SRP | 1/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; See winemaker notes in library book. |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards Russian River Valley Balletto Ranch | Pinot Noir | | 20/24 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; Winemakers' notes on file. |
| Excellent fruit flavor with a complimentary bouquet. |
| 1999 | De Loach Vineyards Russian River Valley Flagstaff Ranch | Petite Sirah | | 22.4/28 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 15.0% alc; Silver Medal, Sonoma County Harvest Fair 2001; |
| 2000 | De Loach Vineyards Splendo Blendo Super Tuscan | Red Wine | | 25/75 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; |
| 2005 | Delicato Family Vineyards California | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc.; Soft nose of plum and dark berry fruits with oak and spice nuances. On the palate the wine remains true to our style with fruit forward flavors of cherry with a hint of vanilla and toasty notes. The finish is smooth and well-balanced making this Merlot supple and easy to drink. Try this wine with roast pork or hearty meat and pasta dishes. |
| 1998 | Delille Cellars D2 Yakima Valley | Red Wine | | 29.99 | 0/1 | 88/100 |
| 14.4% alc; 88 Points, $30; Firm in texture, with spicy, oak-tinged berry and currant flavors that mingle with the spicy, peppery notes on the juicy finish. Has impressive length and follow-through. Best after 2002. 1,700 cases made -- HS (WS, 8/31/01) |
| 2002 | Dog House Winery California Checkers' Cab | Cabernet | E-4 | 10/6 | 1/4 | |
| many awards |
| buy more |
| 2004 | Domaine Lafage Los Planos | Syrah | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.0% alc.; Cotes du Roussillon |
| 2004 | Domaine de Blanquefort Vin de Pays du Var (Provence) | Red Wine | | | 0/2 | |
| Domaine de Blanquefort Red is made with Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Mourvedre. This complex wine features ripe berry and spicy flavors, a full bodied mouth, and well balanced tannins |
| it was ok, I would not buy it again |
| 1999 | Domaine du Poujol Vin de Pays de l'Hérault | Merlot | | 8.99 | 0/1 | 89 |
| Merlot Blend: 70% Merlot, 20% Cinsault |
| 13% alc; WS: An elegant, medium-bodied red, with pretty flavors of red cherry, red plum and spice, and appealing notes of tobacco. Firm structure and well-balanced; vanilla notes chime in on the finish. Drink now. 1,200 cases imported. |
| 2000 | Don Sebastiani & Sons Smoking Loon California | Syrah | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 2001 | Evans & Tate Gnangara | Shiraz | J-1 | | 0/4 | |
| 2003 Liquorland International Wine Competition - NZ - Bronze |
| 14.4 % alc; |
| 1999 | Fetzer California Valley Oaks | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 1996 | Fetzer Vineyards California Eagle Peak | Merlot | | | 0/2 | 3 Stars |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| May 2004: This last bottle was excellent. |
| 1997 | Fetzer Vineyards California Eagle Peak | Merlot | H-4 | | 1/6 | 3 Stars |
| 13.0 % alc; An easy drinking merlot at a good price, medium-bodied, light ruby color, aromas of berry, black cherry, buttery, cherry, raspberry. Flavors are black cherry, cherry, plum, toast that are juicy and vibrant. (NYT, 9-10-98, $18 SRP) |
| Read to drink now (2-15-02). |
| 1998 | Fetzer Vineyards California Eagle Peak | Merlot | | | 0/2 | 3 Stars |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| 2001 | Fetzer Vineyards California Eagle Peak | Merlot | | 5.5 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| 1998 | Fetzer Vineyards California Sundial | Chardonnay | WC-5 | | 2/5 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| 1995 | Fetzer Vineyards California Valley Oaks | Cabernet | E-2 | | 0/1 | 83/100 |
| 13.0 % alc; 83/100: Bright crimson color. Medium-bodied. Moderately extracted. Mildly tannic. Plums, raisins, tobacco. Ripe curranty aromas lead a rich fruity flavored palate with a fleshy dark fruit character that concludes with sweet tobacco notes on the finish. Very accessible and forward. (BTI: tasted on 08/08/1997, $18 SRP) |
| 1996 | Fetzer Vineyards California Valley Oaks | Cabernet | E-2 | | 0/5 | 81/100 |
| 13.0 % alc; 81/100: Bright cherry red with purple highlights. Medium-bodied. Moderately extracted. Moderately oaked. Mildly tannic. Cassis, vanilla, earth. Toasted oak aromas with ripe berry accents. Rounded, supple and hedonistic varietal flavors and sweet vanilla notes on the finish. (BTI, tasted on 08/11/1998). 81/100: Pale cherry red hue. Perfumed, markedly spicy aromas show an marked oak accent. A bright attack leads to a medium-bodied palate with juicy black cherry fruit flavors and spicy oak notes throughout. Drink now. (BTI: tasted on 01/29/1999, $18 SRP) |
| Ready to drink now, very good cherry flavor, soft tannins, very good nose (11-18-01). Even better (5-2003). |
| 2000 | Fetzer Vineyards California Valley Oaks | Syrah | | 5.5/8SRP | 0/1 | 87ws |
| 13.5% alc; |
| I was a little disappointed since it was lighter than I expected. |
| 1996 | Forest Glen Winery Barrel Select California | Merlot | I-3 | | 1/12 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| Opened one on 1-30-03. Fantastic! |
| 2003 | Forest Glen Winery Oak Barrel Select California | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| 2001 | Forest Glen Winery Oak Barrel Selection California | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| 2002 | Forest Glen Winery Oak Barrel Selection California | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2003 | Forest Glen Winery Oak Barrel Selection California | Cabernet | | | 0/3 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| Typical Forest Glen |
| 2003 | Forest Hill Vineyard Indis Western Australia | Shiraz | | | 0/1 | |
| UPC code is 13 digits: 9329541005536; 14% alc.; |
| excellent |
| 2003 | Francis Coppola Presents Rosso | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 1994 | Frankland Estate Olms's Reward | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.4% alc; |
| Current selling price is $17 from Edinburgh Cellars in Australia. |
| 2004 | Frescobaldi Remole Toscana | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc.; From a previous review: The color is a vivacious purple. The bouquet offers a combination of fruit fragrances, where cherries mingle perfectly with black currants, enhanced by the delicate aroma of violets. The impact on the palate is very pleasant, and the tannins are well-balanced by the alcoholic component. The finish is long and satisfying. Sangiovese 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15% |
| 2000 | Gabbiano Chianti DOCG | Sangiovese | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| Purchased at Costco in Missoula, MT; excellent value. |
| 2005 | Gallo Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve | Pinot Noir | | 8/15 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 2004 rated 87 by WE |
| 13.5 % alc.; |
| 1996 | Gallo Of Sonoma Sonoma County | Cabernet | F-3 | 7.99 | 0/1 | 87/100 |
| Fairly complex, with a core of blackberry, mint, herb, licorice and dill flavors couched in firm but ripe tannins. Focused and refined, it should evolve nicely in the bottle. Best from 2001 through 2006. (67000 cases produced) |
| Drank last bottle on 5/27/10, quite delicious, even though it was 4 years past the recommended drink date. I would rate this wine a 90. |
| NV | Gallo Sheffield Cellars California Tawny | Port | P-6 | 7.19/9 SRP | 0/6 | |
| 18% alc; |
| 2002 | Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau | Beaujolais | | NA | 0/1 | |
| 12% alc; |
| 2005 | Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau | Beaujolais | | | 0/1 | |
| 12% alc; |
| 2002 | Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages | Beaujolais | | | 0/5 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2005 | Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages | Beaujolais | | | 0/12 | |
| 12.0% alc.; |
| 2002 | Georges Duboeuf Vin De Pays D'Oc | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2002 | Glen Ellen Winery California Reserve | Merlot | | 4 | 0/1 | |
| 2001 | Guy Drew Vineyards Crooked Creek Colorado | Red Wine | J-1 | | 0/12 | |
| I have really enjoyed this wine. The seventh bottle, which has been in the cellar for almost a year, was a 90 or better. |
| 2003 | Hahn Estates Winery California Red Flyer | Red Wine | | 6 | 0/1 | 87 |
| 13.5% alc.; It's totally dry, with plummy-coffee flavors and sturdy tannins [WE 11/2005] |
| Pairings:Backyard grill fare, burgers, pasta, anything fun. |
| 2004 | Happy Camper Wines California | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; Silver Medal: 2006 San Diego National Wine Competition; Bronze Medal: 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2006 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition, 2006 Los Angeles County Fair |
| try this wine again |
| 1994 | Hardys Nottage Hill South Eastern Australia | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| 4-2001, aged well, not much nose, but tasty. |
| 2003 | Harlow Ridge Winery Lodi | Cabernet | | 5/10 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| Excellent; this used to be Napa Ridge |
| 2004 | Harlow Ridge Winery Lodi Coastal Vines | Merlot | | 5/10 | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 1997 | Indigo Hills Winery North Coast | Cabernet | E-4 | 7.99 | 1/39 | 87/100 |
| 13.5% alc; Best Buy - Here's a quality Cabernet at a decent price. Not a fleshy style, but there's good focus to the flavors of violet, underbrush, and blackberry, which firm up on the finish. Drink now through 2005. 21,000 cases made. (WS, 10-31-01) |
| 2001 | Ironstone Vineyards California | Cabernet Franc | | 7/10 SRP | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| Very good; winemaker's notes web page saved. |
| 2003 | Ironstone Vineyards California | Cabernet Franc | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc.; |
| Very good |
| 2003 | Ironstone Vineyards California | Cabernet | F-4 | | 0/4 | 86 |
| 13.5% alc.; Many inexpensive Cabs smell this inviting, but then fall apart in the mouth. This one holds together. It’s explosive in cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors, yet dry and balanced and long on the finish. Best Buy -[WE (S.H. 2/1/2006)] |
| excellent |
| 1998 | J Lohr Paso Robles Seven Oaks | Cabernet | | $15 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| Excellent |
| 1999 | Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Los Carneros Reserve | Pinot Gris | | 23 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 14% alc; |
| 1998 | Jekel Vineyards Monterey Winemaker's Collection | Cabernet | E-4 | 9.49 | 1 | |
| 13.3% alc; |
| 1995 | Jepson Vineyards Sonoma County | Pinot Noir | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2002 | Kangaroo Ridge South Eastern Australia | Cabernet | | 4 | 0/12 | |
| Excellent wine for the value. |
| 2002 | Kangaroo Ridge South Eastern Australia | Merlot | | 4 | 0/12 | |
| Excellent wine for the value. |
| 2000 | Kendall-Jackson Vineyard and Winery California Collage Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz | Blend | | 7.99 | 0/6 | 86/100 |
| 13.5% alc; Intense and lively, this red blend features black cherry, plum and currant nuances highlighted by round tannin and caramel oak tones. From a name you know, at a price you'll like. Drink now through 2005. 205,000 cases made. (WS, 10-31-01, $9) |
| 1999 | Kendall-Jackson Vineyard and Winery California Vinter's Reserve | Pinot Noir | A-3 | 8.49 | 1/3 | 86/100 |
| 13.5% alc; Bing cherry, raspberry and blueberry fruit flavors are layered with vanilla and spice notes. Complex and well-balanced, this wine pairs well with grilled salmon, roast lamb or sauteed mushrooms. - Randy Ullom, Kendall-Jackson Winemaster |
| Delicious [2-4-2004]; |
| 1994 | Kendall-Jackson Vineyard and Winery Vintner's Reserve | Cabernet | E-3 | 14.99 | 4/10 | |
| 11.5% alc; |
| Excellent (5-1-2003); even better (8-8-03); |
| 2001 | Leaping Horse Vineyards Lodi California | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| 2002 | Leaping Horse Vineyards Lodi California | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| 2004 | Leaping Horse Vineyards Lodi California | Shiraz | | | 0/1 | |
| alc 13.5%; |
| very good |
| 2000 | Les Jamelles Vin de Pays d'Oc | Cinsault | | 6.99 | 0/1 | |
| 2006 | Lindemans Bin 55 Shiraz Cabernet | Red Wine | | 7/9 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc.; |
| tasted young, like a beaujolais |
| Cuvee VII | Lolonis Winer Ladybug Red | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.0% alc.; |
| 1987 | Louis M. Martini Vineyard Selection Russian River Valley | Merlot | I-3 | | 1/2 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| NV | Marietta Cellars Califorina Old Vine Lot Number 23 | Red Wine | B-4 | | 2/12 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| This wine has cellared nicely as of May, 2003. Excellent, July 2003. |
| 1999 | Markham Cellars Glass Mountain Quarry California Cabernet | Cabernet | | | 0/25 | 87/100 |
| 13.5 % alc; This second label is a great value from Markham Winery, which has a long-standing tradition of offering quality wines at fair prices. The nose has cedar and plum; flavors are blackberry and caramel. There is a silky mouth feel that is extremely well balanced. It finishes soft and simple for a great by-the-glass special. [WE 2002] |
| 2001 | McManis Family Vineyards California | Merlot | | 8.99 | 0/1 | |
| 14.1 % alc.; |
| 1997 | Meridian Vineyards California | Merlot | | | 0/13 | |
| Has cellared nicely, 8-3-03; |
| 2004 | Meridian Vineyards California | Cabernet | | 6/ 10 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.8 % alc.; |
| Very good |
| 2005 | Meridian Vineyards California | Merlot | | 6/10 | 0/1 | |
| 13.8 % alc.; |
| 2005 | Meridian Vineyards Central Coast | Pinot Noir | | 6/10 | 0/1 | |
| 13.8% alc.; |
| NV | Mildara Wines Benjamin Australian Tawny | Port | | | 0/1 | |
| 18% alc.; |
| Very good |
| 2000 | Mission Mountain Winery Monster Red | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| Ok, I wouldn't buy it again. From their own vineyard in the Washington Columbia Valley. Red blend of 97% Merlot and 3% Cabernet. |
| 1997 | Montes Alpha Special Reserve | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| Excellent; buy more in the future. |
| 1997 | Montevina Winery Amador County | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 15.5% alc; |
| 1997 | Montevina Winery Amador County Aleatico | Dessert Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; Winemaker: Aleatice is an Italian red Muscat variety. This version is slightly sweet, with fragrant rose petal, peach and lychee fruit aromas and succulent peach and cranberry flavors. |
| Very nice; buy more. |
| 1997 | Montevina Winery Amador County Brioso | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| 1997 | Mountain View Vintners California | Cabernet | | | 0/3 | |
| 13.0% alc; Morgan Hill, CA |
| 1996 | Murietta'a Well Winery Vendemia | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 13% alc; |
| 1995 | Mystic Cliffs Vineyards California | Cabernet | E-4 | | 1/12 | |
| 12.5% alc; Riverland Vineyards owner of Mystic Cliffs and Deer Valley |
| 2002 | Napa Ridge Winery Lodi Coastal Vines | Cabernet | D1 | 6 | 11/35 | 94 |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| Excellent, buy more. |
| 2002 | Napa Ridge Winery Lodi Coastal Vines | Merlot | G3 | 6; 5.5 | 6/26 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2002 | Napa Ridge Winery Lodi Coastal Vines | Pinot Noir | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 2002 | Napa Ridge Winery Lodi Coastal Vines | Zinfandel | M1 | 5.5 | 8/25 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| 1997 | Napa Ridge Winery North Coast | Pinot Noir | B-2 | | 6/12 | |
| Jerry Mead: America's consistently best value Pinot Noir. Medium bodied, rich cherry fruit; delicious. Is it as wonderful as some previous vintages? Not quite. Rating: 90/90 |
| Opened a bottle on Thanksgiving 2006: wonderful; everybody loved it. |
| 2000 | Niebaum-Coppola California Diamond Merlot | Merlot | G-4 | | 1/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| Gift |
| 1994 | Parducci Wine Cellars North Coast | Cabernet | F-1 | | 1/8 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| Sept 2002: flavorful, smooth tannins. Dec 2002: excellent! |
| 2002 | Peachy Canyon Paso Robles | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.8% alc; |
| Gift from Hicklings. A good zin, not too bold. |
| 2003 | Pedroncelli Winery Dry Creek Valley Bench Vineyards | Merlot | H-3, H-4 | 8/13 | 23/24 | |
| 13.7% alc.; |
| tastes like twice the price |
| 1996 | Pedroncelli Winery Mother Clone Dry Creek Valley | Zinfandel | N-2 | | 0/4 | |
| 14.5% alc; |
| Excellent, 8-16-03; Last bottle drank 12/2004. |
| 2005 | Penfolds Wines Koonunga Hill | Red Wine | | 7/10 | 1/0 | |
| 13.5% alc.; |
| 1996 | Pepperwood Grove Winery California | Cabernet Franc | L-1 | | 1/12 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| 1999 | Pepperwood Grove Winery California | Syrah | K-2 | 5.99 | 1/11 | 87/100 |
| 12.5% alc; Smooth and grapey Syrah, with black cherry, plum, beef, mocha flavors that resonate through its softly tannic finish. Hard to beat for the price. Drink now through 2003. 25,000 cases made (Wine Spectator, 9-15-01). |
| 2000 | Pepperwood Grove Winery California | Syrah | | 4.99 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| 2002 | Pepperwood Grove Winery California | Syrah | | | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; Pepperwood Grove Winery is now owned by Don Sevastiani & Sons |
| 2005 | Pepperwood Grove Winery California | Merlot | | 5/8 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| very good |
| NV | Phillips Farms Don's Special Blend Lodi Red | Red Wine | A-2 | 7.19/9 SRP | 0/5 | |
| 12% alc; WE: none [5-29-02] |
| 1998 | Phillips Vineyards Lodi Appellation | Syrah | | 10.79 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5% alc; WE: 99 Syrah, 10-01 issue on Syrah & ratings[5-29-02]; |
| Great syrah with intense flavors. Long finish. Need to find more! |
| 2003 | Piccini S.R.L. Chianti DOCG | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5 % alc.; |
| Don't buy this again. |
| 1999 | Pine Ridge Winery Napa Valley - Carneros Estate | Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.3% alc; |
| Gift from Mark Sheitinger. Excellent! |
| 2000 | R.H. Phillips Vineyard EXP Dunnigan Hills | Syrah | | 10.99 | 0/1 | |
| 1999 | Rancho Zabaco Heritage | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.5 % alc; |
| 2005 | Ravenswood Lodi Old Vine | Zinfandel | | 10/18 | 0/1 | |
| 84% Zinfandel, 14% Petite Sirah, 2% Mixed Blacks |
| 15% alc.; |
| 1996 | Renwood Winery Amador County "Linsteadt" | Barbera | U-3 | | 1 | 89/100 |
| 14.5% alc; 1005 cases produced; Orange County Fair, Silver Medal; Connoisseurs Guide - Two "Puffs"; WS - The number 1 top scoring Italian varietal from California |
| 1996 | Renwood Winery Amador County Old Vine | Zinfandel | O-2 | | 2/3 | 87 |
| 14.5% alc; 87 points - Wine Spectator; One "puff" - Connoisseurs Guide |
| Each bottle is numbered |
| 1994 | Renwood Winery Shenandoah Valley | Port | | | 0/1 | |
| 20.2% alc; |
| Each bottle is individually numbered; |
| 2001 | Rivini Le Tiepole Delle Marche | Sangiovese | | | 0/7 | |
| 11.5 % alc; |
| 1992 | Roche Winery Carneros Barrel Select Reserve | Pinot Noir | C-2 | | 0/12 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| Finally has reached an enjoyable age. This wine was good, but not worth the price paid. Last bottle was finished on 12/2004, not any change in maturity at that point. |
| 2001 | Rombauer Vineyards El Dorado | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 15.5% alc; Damn, these guys are consistent. Every year, another great zin. Concentrated blackberry jam and ripe plum, hint of caramel and a spicy black pepper thing. $20. Four stars [charlotte.creativeloafing.com]. |
| Excellent zin; |
| 1996 | Rosemount McLaren Vale G.S.M | Red Wine | | 17.50 | 0/1 | |
| 14.5% alc; |
| Gift from Tom McClanahan; Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre; Opened 12-15-07, excellent |
| 2001 | Rosemount Estate Cabernet Merlot | Blend | | | 0/1 | |
| Gift from Demons. |
| 2004 | Rosemount Estate Diamond Label | Merlot | | 12/5 | 0/1 | |
| 14% alc.; |
| 2004 | Rosemount Estates Diamond Label | Shiraz Cabernet | | 5 | 0/1 | |
| 14.0% alc.; 53% shiraz, 47% cabernet |
| 2003 | Rosemount Estates Grenache/Shiraz | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 2001 | Round Hill Vineyards Reindeer Ranch | Cabernet | | 4 | 0/1 | |
| 12.8% alc.; |
| Great! |
| NV | Round Hill Vineyards Reindeer Ranch | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| 2005 | Rubicone Sangiovese Merlot | Red Wine | | 5/7 | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc.; An Italian blend that delivers bright fruit flavours with a tangy and refreshing texture. It's dry, medium-bodied, and makes a very good, great-value choice for tomato-based pasta and pizza [ottawacitizen.com] |
| 2004 | Ruffino Fonte Al Sole | Red Wine | | 6/10 | 0/1 | 88 |
| 13% alc.; Great value in an easy drinking, surprisingly robust yet soft red, oozing Tuscan sun-dried character. Blends 85 per cent sangiovese with 15 per cent merlot. Mid-weight and fleshy, with appealing dried sour cherry and tomato fruit, rosemary and leathery, gamey flavours. Very good length. Drink now to 2010 - A Great Bargain [Toronto Life - 88] |
| very good; |
| 2006 | Ruffino srl Ruffino | Chianti | | 5.99 | 0/2 | |
| 12.5% alc,; |
| 2001 | Sevilen Vineyard TELLÝBAÐ | Red Wine | | | 0/1 | |
| 11% alc.; |
| 1997 | Shenandoah Vineyards Amador County Vintners Selection | Zinfandel | N-1 | | 2/12 | |
| 14.4% alc;Deep, dark, rich and bursting with black fruits, warm woody notes and exceptionally smooth tannins. Just a couple of bucks more than their "everyday" bottling and really worth it. Winemaker said to put it away for a couple of years, and then watch out. good stuff (Ines Nyby on 08-22-99, wineloverspage) |
| Flavor has really intensified (5-2003); |
| 2005 | Smoking Loon Wine Company California | Merlot | | 5/9 | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| very good |
| 1996 | Smothers Winery Remick Ridge Vineyards Sonoma Valley | Cabernet | F-3 | 35 | 1 | |
| 14.5% alc; 125 cases produced |
| 1997 | Sobon Estate Fiddletown Lubenko Vineyards | Zinfandel | N-4 | | 2/4 | |
| 14.9% alc; |
| 7-11-2003 Maturing nicely, good bold zin, small amount of tannin. |
| 1998 | Sobon Estate Shenandoah Valley | Viognier | X-3 | | 3/6 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| NV | Sokol Blosser Winery Evolution | White Wine | | $15 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 11.5% alc; Reviewed by Amy Albert of Fine Cooking Home, saved in documents file. |
| 2001 | Spero Winery Vino e Buono | Cabernet Franc | | 10/14 | 0/1 | |
| Silver - 2006 Wine Taster's Guild; Bronze - 2006 Southwest Wine Competition; Silver - 2006 Florida State Fair; Bronze - 2006 American Wine Society; Bronze - 2006 American Wine Society |
| Sweet, but execellent; good dessert wine |
| 2003 | Spero Winery Vino e Buono | Zinfandel | | 10/14 | 0/1 | |
| Excellent |
| 2003 | St. Francis Winery Sonoma County Red | Red Wine | L-1 | | 1/2 | |
| 13.5% alc.; |
| 1995 | St. Hallet Wines Gamekeeper's Reserve Barossa | Red Wine | C-4 | | 1/3 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| Blend of Grenache, Touriga, Shiraz, Mouvedre. 3-3-03,I think the wine has peaked, it is very nice, not must, but the cork is crumbling, but still seals. |
| 1998 | Stonehedge Cellars California | Merlot | | | 0/22 | 90/98 |
| From Mead on Wine: Best Buy, Wine of the Week, Blended to 7% Petite Sirah, this is one amazing $10 wine. Rich black cherry fruit. Fat, round mouthfeel. Very smooth finish. Case purchases highly recommended. 12.5% alc. |
| 1998 | Stonehedge Cellars California | Merlot | Top Shelf | 18.99 | 8/43 | 90/98 |
| 12.5% alc.; From Mead on Wine: Best Buy, Wine of the Week, Blended to 7% Petite Sirah, this is one amazing $10 wine. Rich black cherry fruit. Fat, round mouthfeel. Very smooth finish. Case purchases highly recommended. |
| Great merlot, very smooth, flavorful. |
| 1999 | Stonehedge Cellars California | Merlot | | 20/25 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.3% alc; |
| 1999 | Stonehedge Cellars California | Merlot | I-4 | 5.79 | 1/3 | |
| 13.3% alc; |
| 2002 | Stonehedge Cellars California | Merlot | | 8/9 SRP | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 1998 | Story Winery California | Merlot | I-4 | | 5/6 | |
| 12.5% alc; |
| 1996 | Storybook Mountain Vineyards Mayacamas Range | Zinfandel | | | 0/1 | |
| 14.3% alc; Natural wine, no herbicides or insecticides. |
| I was dissappointed, shallow zin. |
| 2004 | Sundial Vineyards Bin Reserve | Merlot | | | 1/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2003 | Sutter Home California | White Merlot | | | 0/1 | |
| 11% alc.; |
| NV | Symington Family Estates Dows Fine Ruby Porto | Port | | | 0/1 | |
| 19% alc.; |
| 2002 | Talus Woodbridge Lodi California | Zinfandel | | 5 | 0/3 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2002 | Talus Woodbridge Lodi California | Cabernet | | 5 | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 1990 | TarraWarra Yarra Valley | Pinot Noir | C-4 | | 2/3 | |
| 13.7% alc; |
| 1995 | The Lyeth Estate North Coast White Meritage | White Wine | | 7.49 | 0/2 | |
| 12.5% alc; 66% Sauvignon Blanc, 34% Semillon |
| 1994 | The Lyeth Estate Red Meritage | Blend | C-1 | | 2/5 | |
| 13.25% alc; 69% Cab, 26% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot; |
| Excellent now! (12-3-01); Even better 2-19-03; |
| 1997 | The Monterey Vineyard Monterey County | Pinot Noir | | | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2000 | The Monterey Vineyard Monterey County | Cabernet | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc; |
| 2000 | The Monterey Vineyard Monterey County | Pinot Noir | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2000 | The Monterey Vineyard Monterey County | Pinot Noir | | | 0/2 | |
| 13.5 % alc; |
| 2001 | The Monterey Vineyard Monterey County | Pinot Noir | | | 0/5 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| NV | Tichbru Cellars Red Passion | Zinfandel | | | 0/6 | |
| 14.7% alc; Story Winery Private Label |
| 1995 | Turning Leaf Vineyards Sonoma County Sonoma Reserve | Zinfandel | | | 0/12 | |
| 13.5% alc; |
| Turning Leaf is owned by E & J Gallo Winery. |
| 2004 | Umani Ronchi Montepulciano D'Abruzzo | Red Wine | J-1 | | 2/3 | |
| alc 13%; 90% Montepulciano and 10% Sangiovese; 2001: Wine Spectator Top 100 Best Values from Italy |
| NV | Veuve du Vernay Brut Blanc de Blancs | Sparkling Wine | WC2,WC3 | | 7/9 | 86/100; 79/100 |
| 11% alc; Champagne Blend; WE: Attractive grapefruit and herb aromas and flavors mark the bouquet and palate of this French sparkler. There’s a touch of anise or licorice in the mouth, and a dry spice note on the foamy finish. The soft feel gives it great appeal, while the solid flavors set it apart from the sweet set (86/100, Best Buy). — M.M. (12/31/00); WS:A hint of pencil eraser and apple marks this crisp, modest sparkler (79/100)(11-15-2000) |
| Retail price $10 |
| 1993 | Vignerons de la Cave d'Aleria Reserve du President Rouge | Red Wine | U-3 | | 1/12 | |
| 12% alc; |
| Good value; |
| 2001 | Vina Concha y Toro Frontera Mendoza Shiraz-Malbec | Red Wine | | 6.49 | 0/1 | |
| 12.5% alc.; |
| Good table wine. |
| 1997 | Vina Tarapaca Maipo Valley Reserve | Merlot | | | 0/2 | |
| 13.0 % alc; |
| 1989 | Vincent Arroyo Winery Napa Valley Melange Reserve | Gamay | | | 0/3 | |
| 12% alc; 190 cases; estate bottled |
| Might be going downhill, tasted 11-22-01; again on 10-3-02, very good; |
| 2001 | Viña Cantera Parque | Shiraz | | | 0/1 | |
| 13.0% alc.; |
| 1999 | Viña San Esteban Stony Hollow | Blend | | | 0/1 | |
| 12% alc; 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, Central Valley, Los Andes, Chile |
| Exceptional value. |
| 2002 | Washington Hills Winery Columbia Valley | Shiraz | | 4.80/8 | 0/2 | 87 |
| Wine-Press NW "Wine of the Week" for June 22, 2004 [http://www.northwest-wine.com/washington-hill-syrah.html; Bronze at 2004 Tri-Cities Wine Festival |
| A good quaffing wine. |
| NV | Yalumba Clocktower | Port | | | 0/1 | |
| 17.5% alc; |
| NV | Yalumba Galway Pipe | Port | | 15.99 | 0/2 | |
| 18.0% alc; |