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

Ravenswood Zinfandel Barricia Vineyard

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Jan 142011
 
2007 Barrica Vineyard Zinfandel Sonoma, CA $35 (S) — Rating 90

Patience, Grasshooper, Patience. Ravenswood Barrica Single Vineyard is a very structured Zinfandel. At opening this zinfandel (24% Petite Sirah) is a bit tight, but give it time to breathe and it opens nicely albeit still structured. This old vine, low yield, dry farmed vineyard produces an intense and perfumed wine. We were surprised at how well this wine paired with our dinner of pasta with a rustic spicy Italian meat/tomato sauce. The food enhanced the wine and the wine enhanced the food. The way it should be!

Expression 44 Pinot Noir Willakia Vineyard

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Jan 102011
 
2006 Willakia Vineyard,Eola-Amity Hills, OR  $48 — Rating 92

Expression 44 Willakia Vineyard is an excellent assertive and powerful Oregon Pinot albeit a bit on the pricey side. Lots of black cherry, oak and spice with a graceful balance. A lovely nose, full mouth-feel and lingering finish add to the enjoyment. Plenty of 90+ ratings.

Black Zeppelin Petite Sirah

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Jan 102011
 
2009 Black Zeppelin by Red Zeppelin Winery, Monterrey, CA, $23 (S) — Rating 90

Black Zeppelin is a “big boy” wine.  Lots of Petite Sirah black jammy fruit, tannins and oak create a complex structure. A bit less black pepper than others I enjoy but still a good spicy flavor. As of January 2011, The 2009 Black Zeppelin was still a very young wine and it needs some time to fully develop. Be sure to let it decant for up to a hour.

Rombauer Vineyards Joy

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Jan 052011
 
2006 Late Harvest Chardonnay Carneros, CA  $55 (.375) — Rating 95

I don’t know where to start. Joy is a beautifully sweet and rich dessert wine and a big hit on our holiday table. Rich flavors of honey and ripe apricot with a touch of orange and toffee make this a wine taste like a dream you don’t want to end.

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