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Based in the Marne Valley, this producer brings out the Pinot Meunier for its nonvintage blend. That makes for a rounded wine that's ripe with yellow and pear fruit flavors, generously cut with acidity. It finishes with a soft, smooth aftertaste.

US

Aromas of assorted savory herbs quite green and light barrel spices are followed by grainy cherry flavors. The tannins come off as a bit dry but it still brings plenty of enjoyment.

de

While light in body, this lemony sp?tlese has a textural broadness. Its sweet tangerine and quince flavors are neatly offset by a streak of bright acidity and lingering earth notes. Drink now through 2022.

US

There is a very juicy nose to this bottling, with dark plum, berry and the slightest hint of baking spice. Red cherry and cranberry flavors pop on the palate, alongside decent helping of clove-like spice, but it's the stony grip that takes this one to the next level.

US

Light aromas of barrel spice and red and black fruit are followed by sweet fruit flavors. It delivers enjoyment, but the flavors seem slightly dried out.

it

Showing its volcanic growing area, this opens with aromas evoking smoke, brimstone, red berry and a whiff of brown spice. The fresh savory palate doles out juicy red plum and a hint of clove while a savory mineral note backs up the finish. It's easy drinking and ready now, with pliant tannins.

fr

This is a lightly wood-aged wine, with crisp acidity and just a hint of toast. The fruit is upfront, showing a crisp, tight lemon character that's tangy and refreshing. Drink now.

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An amplified green nose smells like lime infused with bell pepper and asparagus. A citrusy snappy palate is brash, while pyrazinic green flavors are balanced by citric notes. This is a typical San Antonio SB: racy, green and citric.

pt

This open ripe wine is made for drinking young. Its soft red fruits, light tannins and acidity all come together in an easy fruity wine. Drink now.

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This Sauvignon Blanc looks only slightly more colorful than a glass of water. On the nose, it's crisp and green, while sharp acidity matched against a light body makes for a lean palate. Crisp salty citric flavors finish tight and linear.

US

Ripe and plummy in explosive fruit and heat, this wine shows cherry-berry jamminess wrapped in a leathery, meaty package dusted in cinnamon and brown sugar.

US

All stainless-steel fermented from grapes grown on a high-elevation site, this white offers a depth of green olive, dried herb and crisp apple within a context of moderate acidity.

it

Subtle aromas suggesting toasted oak, acacia and grapefruit take shape in the glass. On the racy palate, yellow apple, bitter almond and a hint of lemon zest are set against vibrant acidity.

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Leafy aromas of field brush accent cassis, plum and oak-based clove scents. This feels obtuse and on the heavy side. Generic black-fruit flavors include a hint of raisin, while this Carmen re also tastes spicy and peppery. Baked berry flavors lead a chunky finish.

au

This medium-bodied Chardonnay features aromas of pineapple and roasted cashew. Similar notes of ripe pineapple and nuts mark the palate, then ease to a rather soft, easy finish. Drink now.

fr

This estate obviously believes in experiments, presenting here an ap ritif-style blend of Syrah and Muscat. It's not hard to taste the strongly perfumed Muscat character, which dominates the palate. Ripe with more spice than fruit, it's ready to drink.

US

Dust and leather meet with berry and wet concrete on the nose of this inky wine, which is fairly reserved in aromas for such a dense grape. Wet clay, graphite, coffee and blackberry show on the sip, but it's the moist dirt flavor that's more prevalent.

cl

Snappy aromas of citrus fruits and sweat are mildly but noticeably pyrazinic. This feels zesty, with citric acidity as the driving force. Tart limited citrus flavors turn more pithy and bitter on the finish.

US

Tight citrus aromas meet with bubblegum and wet stone on the somewhat reserved though clean and inviting nose of this wine. The flavors are also quite light, with strawberry and lemon touches, so the point is more of the racy acidity and slight tannic grip.

es

Bright fruity plum and raspberry aromas are typical of this wine. The palate is a bit rough and abrasive, while flavors of salty plum and chocolate are punchy prior to a solid but basic finish.