it

a blend of inzolia and catarratto, this has a slender mouthfeel, followed by a bright citrus note at the finish. it's an easy wine to enjoy with appetizers or finger foods.

it

attractive aromas of dark berry, blue flower, sweet baking spice and a whiff of pipe tobacco waft out of the glass. the fresh, tight palate delivers tart cherry, crunchy strawberry, white pepper, clove and chopped herb alongside firm, polished tannins. it still needs to unwind. drink 2017–2027.

fr

from a number of premier cru vineyards, the wine is solid and dark. firm, dry tannins still dominate and give promise for aging. at the same time, black plum fruit flavors show a riper side and add richness to the mix. drink from 2016.

us

here's a beautiful pinot noir to drink now with upscale fare, like steak, lamb chop or grilled ahi tuna. it's silky and dry and feels excellent in the mouth, with complex raspberry, cherry, cola and smoked meat flavors, sprinkled with cocoa powder and cinnamon. delicious.

us

this petite sirah-led blend, which also features 24% syrah, 9% grenache and 1% viognier, offers deep violet aromas alongside pine, tarragon and sea salt caramel. there's a strong molasses and pancakes-with-fruity-syrup character on the palate and very soft mouthfeel. definitely a dessert sipper.

us

this bottling, which is enhanced by 2% petit verdot, shows deep black plum, dark chocolate and bright strawberry touches with a slight hint of barnyard on the nose. the latter element carries into the palate as well, adding nuance to the black cherry, fennel and milk chocolate flavors, all wrapped in firm tannins.

de

richly textured and bursting with fresh yellow peach, nectarine and melon flavors, this is an elegant wine with wide appeal. just slightly off dry in style, it's balanced by fresh acidity and a subtle mineral undertone. the finish lingers nicely. drink now through 2019.

pt

this big and rich wine is succulent and generous. firm tannins show strongly through the ripe juicy black currant fruits. full of the strong minerality typical of the douro, this wine and its dry core still needs time to age. drink from 2018.

us

beautiful black-cherry aromas and flavors make this wine direct and focused. a slightly gripping texture of fine-grained tannins and good acidity keeps the mouthfeel lively. it has a wonderful sense of purity and focus.

at

juicy, luscious comice pears and floral overtones are brought into tighter focus by the zesty freshness on the concentrated palate that shows intensity and warmth. this finishes with a long impression of pure lemon oil.

fr

solid wine, very much dominated by dry tannins. the fruit is in the bright style of juiciness from the estate, just softened with extra aging.

fr

from a small parcel of vines in the gaudou vineyard, this impressive wine is rich and still very young. matured in egg-shaped tanks, it is dense with fruit as much as tannin, poducing a spicy wine full of black fruits and a dry core that is already well integrated. drink from 2019.

de

a dusting of crushed slate and saffron accents this zesty lime and honey kissed kabinett. it's dancingly light on the palate, but concentrated with swirls of marmalade and orange-peel flavors that extend through a long finish. drink now through 2025.

us

from the winery's signature vineyard and old sauvignon blanc vines, originally planted in 1959, this wine offers complexity and intrigue. flavors range from crisp lemon to savory fennel and herb, a long, lingering finish sealing the deal.

de

delicate whiffs of orange blossom and tangerine zest intensify on the palate of this off-dry riesling. while racy and lithe in body, it penetrates on the palate with juicy white grapefruit and apricot notes.

it

this elegant nebbiolo d'alba has a lovely, bright character and heady aromas of rose petal, strawberry and mineral. the palate is vibrant and refined, offering strawberry, cherry and mineral notes. will pair perfectly with pasta topped with porcini mushrooms.

es

bready, yeasty, oxidized aromas open this up. in the mouth, this is elegant to an extent, with residual acidity keeping things alive. flavors of white grapefruit finish round and smooth.

fr

reflecting the warm 2015 vintage, this is smooth and creamy. it has great fruitiness, recalling yellow fruit cut with a strong citrus streak. it's a wine to drink young, from late 2017.

us

strong notes of lemongrass and pineapple jam mark this sauvignon blanc. it has a nice cut of acidity. while it's not particularly subtle, this is ready to drink now as a cocktail.

ar

alta vista's single-vineyard series consistently consists of winning wines. this version is compact, with intense aromas of plum and boysenberry along with a whiff of orange peel. the palate is tight with tannins. flavors of blackberry, toast and licorice finish sturdy and long, with juicy acidity adding length. drink through 2019.