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
A blend of predominately Petite Sirah and Old Vine Zinfandel with a touch of Old Vine Mourvedre, this is a yummy go-to nicely priced big red. Plenty of rich and jammy red fruit flavors, cherry, blackberry, raspberry, tobacco leaf, leather, dark spice and black pepper, married with supple tannins. Think cold night by the fireplace…could be the perfect wine.
A rubenesque Pinot Noir that exudes character. Rich and round flavors of black cherry, blackberry, rhubarb and hints of cola are highlighted with flavors of spice and pepper. Supple tannins and a touch of acidity compliment the wine. Certainly a Pinot Noir worthy of your attention.
Sourced from both Napa and Sonoma fruit, an elegantly rich Chardonnay boasting round flavors of red apple, pear, tropicals, spice with hints of oaky vanilla and crème brûlée. Just enough without being over the top.
A wonderful value Zinfandel with rich easy drinking flavors of blackberry, black cherry, black fruit, vanilla and spice are gracefully integrated with soft tannins. A superb go-to wine for that backyard BBQ or chilly night by the fire. No one will guess you only paid $9.
An exciting blend of Cabernet (78%), Merlot (8%) Malbec (8%) and Cab Franc (6%) creates flavors black cherry, blackberry, ripe plum, saddle leather, oaky vanilla, spice and cherry cola. Well balanced with soft and supple tannins, this is an easy drinking Cabernet blend that pairs well with red meats. Clif Family Winery
