A delicate and well balanced Pinot Noir rosé from the Sonoma Coast. Welcoming nose of ripe strawberry, and rose with a creamy undertone that continues onto the palate. All in all quite quaffable and completely hides its 14%+ ABV. A solid pairing with a spring salad and Bachelor Thursday! [10/19/23] — 5 months ago
A pleasant surprise found at Trader Joe's, this Cremant presents flavors & aromas of white peach, lemon, and apple with delicatre notes of brioche and creme fraiche on the finish. Excellent QPR, easily outperforms most sparkling wines at this price point, and was a delightful pairing with a charcuterie board! [8/25/23] ($11) — 7 months ago
An interesting blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, and Merlot but one that kind of works. Although it needed a 1+ decant once open it exudes flavors of fig & stewed black fruits with notes of oregano, cocoa and coffee beans. Pallate is rich but a bit disjointed at times and you'd be hard pressed to guess the 14.7% ABV. [11/29/23] ($30) — 4 months ago
A Columbia Valley, WA Cabernet that punches well above its price point. Enticing nose of black cherry & blackberry along whisps of violet and pencil lead. This along wirh a smooth palate and med tannins makes this wine easy to enjoy with or with food. A great pairing with a Halloween party and a Harry Potter costume :-D [10/28/23] ($12) — 5 months ago
100% Cabernet Franc from Chinon FR, this wine immediately presents as herbaceous & rustic with aromas of dried herbs, roasted bell pepper and hints black pepper. The palate is light/med bodied with smooth tannins, and does add bit of fruit with flavors of raspberry sauce but still finishes with similar rustic overtones and an imbalanced sharp acidity. An imperfect but interest pairing with reverse seared Filet mignon with red wine sauce! [8/22/23] ($20) — 7 months ago
A supremely well balanced Napa Valley Chardonnay which dances on the line of freshness and richness. Aromas & flavors of lemon zest, apricot, clove & baking spices with a solid backbone of acidity across the palate and med/long finish. A perfect pairing with seared salmon and lemon parmesan roasted broccoli! [11/15/23] ($37) — 4 months ago
A delightful Sardinian Vermentino with full flavors of lemon zest, green apple, with a vein of salinity throughout the nose and palate. Tasty on its own and a delicious pairing with pesto chicken pasta! [11/3/23] ($21) — 4 months ago
This Grenache rosé throws delightful aromas of fresh strawberry, white flowers, and hint of freshly cut grass. Follows with a lively acidity and flavors of strawberry, raspberry, and a bit of smooth creme fraiche on a surprisingly long finish. Stellar pairing with balsamic glazed pork chops and roasted sweet potato! [10/3/23] ($19) — 5 months ago
A beautuful deep salmon in color, this Willamette Valley Pinot Noir rosé has flavors aromas of strawberry and rose petals. Round and relatively full bodied pallate for a rosé it carrys a lively acidity, while finishing with touch of river rock and salinity as well. Worth noting it improved noticeably as it warmed and opened (~30 mins). Perfect pairing with fresh pesto pasta! [8/17/23] ($25) — 7 months ago
Brian Ager
An inviting and easy to like (& drink!) Sonoma Pinot Noir with a nose of raspberry, plum with subtle aromas of vanilla & clove. Well balanced pallate with bright acidity throughout and round soft tannins while adding notes of cranberry & dried mushroom. Excellent QPR and a stellar pairing with steak truffle penne pasta! [3/8/24] ($14) — 9 days ago