Tiefenbrunner
Pinot Grigio

88 pts.

Light yellow to sandy-colored in appearance, with an unobtrusive bouquet, and hints of pear and candied fruit. The strong harmonious structure emphasizes its dry full bodied taste and round finish.

PQ Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc

85 pts.

Have you ever had a Starburst? You know the one in the long yellow package? Well if not, try one soon. Just imagine a hit of orange and lemon-lime fusion from those flavor-packed squares. That’s part of the complexity in our Sauvignon Blanc; distinct citrus fruit and crispness, with a lush clean finish. From grape to wine, the orange and lemon-lime citrus character carries throughout the wine’s experience delivering a superb Sauvignon Blanc.

M. Torino Cuma
Torrontes

89 pts.

Dynamic aromas of honeysuckle and mint gumdrop precede intense honey, orange, tangerine and marmalade flavors. This is a thicker, more oily style of Torrontes than the commonly seen watery ones, and it makes a statement via its viscosity and power.

Domaine Antugnac
Chardonnay

92 pts.

This wine is vinified and aged entirely in stainless steel tanks to conserve fruit and freshness. This is a "northern style" Chardonnay and its finesse and crisp acidity show it

Ledgewood
Chardonnay

87 pts.

Aged over nine months in a combination of American and French oak barrels, and produced from the best three of the five types (clones) of Chardonnay grapes grown on the Estate. This wine pairs well with stronger fish such as salmon, pork ribs, and cream pastas such as Fettuccine Alfredo. Gold Medal SF Chronicle Wine Competition, Gold Medal 2010 Houston International Wine Competition.

Clean Slate
Riesling

94 pts.

The fresh and balanced taste profile of Clean Slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the Mosel. The steep blue slate slopes of the Lower Mosel give the wine its minerality while the Middle Mosel provides a hint of spiciness to complement the characteristic fresh peach flavors of the Upper Mosel. Refreshing taste profile with peach aromas, lime notes, lively acidity and a hint of mineral and spice.

Permutations
Pinot Noir

95 pts.

This sublime Pinot Noir is aptly called Permutations, because it is a permutation of one thing: Greatness. Great Pinot Noir fruit from great vineyards all around Victoria, Australia and great winemaking by superstar, wunderkind winemaker Bill Downie, who says, this is the best Pinot he's ever made. Packaged with 24 different labels, featuring fantastically clever illustrations from the great British illustrator Paul Davis. And, the greatest permutation of all: Great value.

Borsao Crianza Seleccion

95 pts.

Saturated ruby-red. Blackberry and blueberry aromas are complicated by incense and dried flowers. Juicy dark berry flavors are liqueur-like in richness, with nervy minerality adding energy. Becomes fleshier and sweeter on the finish, which echoes the floral note. Pretty sexy stuff.

Colosi Nero D’Avolo

96 pts.

Colosi’s 2008 Nero D’Avolo is a fresh, vinous offering loaded with perfumed red fruit. Ideally the wine needs a few months to recover from its recent bottling, as the full range of aromas and flavors remains rather muted at this stage. This soft, supple Nero D’Avolo offers terrific quality for the money.

R. Zabaco Heritage
Zinfandel

86 pts.

Very inviting blackberry aroma - reminiscent of Smucker's blackberry jam; slightly jammy, with big soft, round texture and generous fruit; nice firm tannins and a big cherry finish."

Strong Arms
Shiraz

88 pts.

Sweet-fruited vibrant nose of fragrant violets, plums, cherry and musk. The palate has rich blackberry, raspberry, licorice and tar. Finishes with a creamy, vanillin oak and slightly smoky character.

Urban Melbec

89 pts.

The 2008 Urban Eco Malbec was aged for 3 months in barrel. A glass-coating opaque purple, it has a nose offering up spice box, incense, and black cherry. Ripe and sweetly-fruited, it has intense flavors, excellent depth, and a lengthy finish. Drink it over the next 4 years.