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
Bring on the summer. This Viognier by Deep Sea Wines is an elegant yet sexy wine ready for the patio. The flavors of stone fruit, pear, white peach, riverstone and a flinty minerality are well integrated with a soft floral nose into a wine you won’t ignore. Partial oak aging adds to the complexity and adds a richness to the mouthfeel.
Give this Deep Sea Pinot Noir a little time to open up and you will be rewarded with well integrated tannins and a wine full of flavors like dark cherry, blackberry, currents with a touch of oaky vanilla. A bit lighter and fruit forward than many California Pinots, makes this wine a great summer Pinot Noir choice.
McPherson Cellars Viognier is a stellar example of why Viognier is the perfect dry white wine grape for Texas. Think warm Texas evening under the oaks with a chilled wine stem brimming with flavors of citrus, honeysuckle and orange blossom with a touch of oak with a light Hill Country peach finish. This Viognier pairs wonderfully with spicy Thai food.
A dense and well balanced, smooth red Bordeaux wine that is also food friendly. Flavors of black cherry, black berries and currants are highlighted by smooth tannins and an earthy richness. We enjoyed the wine with a meal of grilled veggies and tomatoes topped with a grilled lamb chop. Buy this wine at Wine Chateau
Another beautiful Pinot from the hands of James MacPhail. A blend of four vineyards aged in French oak. Lovely flavors of dark cherry, plum, leather, cola and smokey spice box. Incredibly smooth and rich, just sit back and enjoy the ride.
