Wine Reviews

Ratings Explained

84 & Below – Not Posted ‘cause we won’t drink it
85 + A good wine. Buy if the price is right
90 + A very good wine, in our humble opinion
95 + An awe inspiring wine – Possibly life altering

All wine reviews are based solely on the personal tastes of the authors.
Disclosure: Samples are designated by an “S” beside the wine reviewed.
We’re still objective. Robert Parker doesn’t buy his wines either

Treana White Wine 2009

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Aug 072011
 
2009 Treana White Wine, Santa Lucia Highlands – Mer Soleil Vineyard, Paso Robles, CA, $23 (S) – Rating 90

This rich and weighty Rhone blend of Viognier and Marsanne offers up a complex blend of flavors including white peach, honeydew, lemon crème, apricot with a bit of honey and minerality. Crisp acidity adds to the balance. While oak ageing imparts a touch of vanilla and roundness, it is subtle and well integrated. Treana White sits sur lie for nine months adding depth and character. An excellent food wine.

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J Vineyards and Winery Russian River Pinot Noir

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Aug 072011
 
2008 J Vineyards Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, CA, $35(S) – Rating 89

This medium-bodied Pinot Noir by J Vineyards  has a gentle elegance about it. Well balanced and layered flavors of cherry, raspberry, strawberry, cola with a touch of caramel and cinnamon spice meld together with delicate oak and soft tannins to create a beautiful Pinot that is easy on the palate. Pair this Pinot with grilled chicken or better yet, a grilled cedar-plank salmon.

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The Loyal Companion Chardonnay

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Aug 072011
 
NV  The Loyal Companion Chardonnay, Cru Vin Dogs, Sonoma County, CA, $11 – Rating 88

We sent our wine pooch, Bonny the Cavalier, out in search of a new “Go-To” Chardonnay and she came back with a beauty. The Loyal Companion Chardonnay from Cru Vin Dogs in Sonoma County. At $11, this playful pup will keep you smiling and fetching more. Well integrated flavors of pear, honeycomb, white peach, spice and citrus with a creamy vanilla finish. Serve at your next outdoor event or with lighter summer fare. Proceeds go to benefit local animal shelters and other dog-related charities. Bonny approves!

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Van Duzer Estate Pinot Gris

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Aug 072011
 
2010 Van Duzer Estate Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon, $16 (S) – Rating 88

The 2010 Van Duzer Pinot Gris is a zippy dry wine with nice round flavors of pear, honeysuckle, apple and white fruit. A touch of ripe pineapple citrus rounds out the flavors of this beauty. As super patio sipper that will sure to be a crowd pleaser. Pair with grilled white fish, shell fish or a summer salad topped with poppy seed dressing.

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Sequana Pinot Noir Dutton Ranch 2009

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Aug 072011
 
2009 Sequana Pinot Noir Dutton Ranch, Green Valley of Russian River Valley, CA $40 (S) – Rating 95

If a Pinot Noir could be described beautifully buxom and voluptuous, Sequana Dutton Ranch fits the bill. This is a fruit forward and full-bodied Pinot that commands your attention. The nuanced flavors of spice, leather, oak and smoke within the bigger flavors of bing cherry, blueberry, and raspberry make for a simply delicious Pinot experience.

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