Randy Fuller

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Randy Fuller

9.2

This wine is dark in the glass. It has a big nose, full of blackberry, blueberry, black pepper and black tea aromas. The palate is not as hot as I expected from a high-alcohol wine. The mouthfeel is full and lush, and flavors of dark fruit and oak spice abound. The tannins are bold and the finish is long and fruity. — 11 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

This wine has a clean, golden straw color. The nose gives a rather faint aroma of stone fruit and citrus minerality. There is a distinct salinity in the smell, no doubt owing to the nearby ocean. The palate is fresh and lemony, with a gentle acidity. The finish is medium in length and carries with it a nutty aftertaste.
— 25 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This dependable rosé is a rich, pink salmon color, with a mineral-laden nose featuring lemon, strawberry, and cherry aromas. The palate is dry, fruity and laced with minerals. A good level of acidity provides for excellent food pairing and a refreshing demeanor on its own. There’s a touch of orange peel on the finish. The wine is a great chilled sipper, but also pairs well with spring salads, summer grilling, or paella, if you're up to it. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is fairly dark in the glass and it has an unusual nose. I couldn’t put my finger on it until Denise told me that it smelled metallic to her. I kept sniffing, and finally realized it was giving off a hint of iron, like a nail, which I had experienced before in Pinotage. There is also a slight vegetal aroma, but plums are the fruit I get. The palate is smooth enough, and certainly savory, with middle-of-the-road tannins and a refreshing acidity. I think it would pair well with lamb sausage or a ham sandwich. — 8 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine pours up in an orange salmon color, almost copper. The nose gives nice aromas of cherry, raspberry, and a slice of citrus minerality. The palate is full and creamy, thanks to the six months aging on the lees. The red fruit is a bit tart and a sneaky citrus note makes an appearance. The salinity lasts into the finish. This is not a pinky from the south of France. It’s darker and bolder. — 22 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This is a red wine, but it is orange in the glass, and it pours up with a healthy white foam that dissipates rather quickly. The nose is very earthy and unlike most other Lambruscos I have tasted. The aromas center on citrus, apricot, and herbal notes, with a yeasty twist. The flavors are quite earthy, too, and not at all what I would expect from a red wine, even one that’s orange. Minerality plays a leading role here, with stone fruit and cherry notes following. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is very dark in the glass. Its nose is dark, too. Blackberry, plum, and raspberry notes dominate, with a savory streak of earthy minerality cutting through the middle. The palate shows black fruit, too, with earth and tar along for the ride. The tannins are medium-firm and the finish is medium-long. — 8 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.1

This wine is medium-dark ruby in the glass. A vibrant nose is led by blueberry aromas, which are followed by cassis, raspberry, and a savory meat note. The palate is a bit thin, but the dark fruit dominates. The tannins are medium-firm while the acidity is lively. It’s a fun, drinkable wine, but it finishes early and doesn’t give one much to ponder during the sip. — 18 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine is dark ruby in the glass. The nose carries rich notes of cherry, strawberry, and cassis. A savory angle joins the fruit and presents a more complex bouquet. The palate brings similar dark fruit flavors, along with some clove, anise and oak spice. The tannins are firm, yet the sip is elegant and smooth. Pair this with any sort of meat or cheese. — a month ago