Sutter
Doris & Leopold Daham Grüner Veltliner 2023
Just sampling Gruners and fell in love with this one. Nice dryness and minerality with a touch of fruits. Wish this wasn’t out of stock at TJs as it would make a great wine for Thanksgiving. — a month ago
Petiole
Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2023
Good Pinot for the price from TJs but far short of spectacular. Willamette Valley Pinots are among my favorites and this ones earthiness and red berries improved on day 2. Would buy again based on value but not a favorite PN. — 2 months ago
Acronym
Smooth Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Medium body with lots of black fruit but lighter red/garnet than expected. Tremendous deal at TJs for only $3.49. Would rate it much higher if based on value for price. — 16 days ago
Villa Maria
Private Bin Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2023
While its name doesn’t sound like an SB from NZ, it sure tastes like one. Pronounced passion fruit, a little green apple, and more lime than other Sauv Blancs. Refreshing and great value at TJs. — a month ago
Marietta
OVR Old Vine Red
Great zin but I can’t figure out what else is in the blend. Dark color and dark red berries and cherries in a mid-bodied, smooth blend. This is lot 74 — 2 months ago
Villa Maria
Private Bin Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023
While its name doesn’t sound like an SB from NZ, it sure tastes like one. Pronounced passion fruit, a little green apple, and more lime than other Sauv Blancs. Refreshing and great value at TJs. — a month ago
Robert Mondavi Winery
Private Selection Vint Bourbon Barrel-Aged California Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
A special price (at least short term) at TJs of only $6.99! Hadn’t tried previously as it was twice the price and I thought the bourbon barrel exposure would be a turnoff and too heavy. Turns out, this is a solid cab. I preferred the 2022 over the 2021. — a month ago
Big Churn
California Chardonnay 2022
Yeah, there’s oak and butter and vanilla but those flavors are too intense and almost artificial on the finish. I’ll spend a little more for my next Chard which should be much better. — 2 months ago
Charles Pierre
Vignes d'Autrefois Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Great Sancerre from TJs with citrus and stone fruit and a touch of tropicality. Would definitely buy again. Typically choose sauv Blancs from NZ but love this French one! — 2 months ago
Steve Goore
Great red blend that makes me Super Happy. Cherries and dark berries and a touch of leather combine with mild tannins and a smooth finish for this unique blend of cab, Sangiovese, and Malbec. I’m sure it won’t be at TJs long so I’m going back for more of this $10 gem. — 9 days ago