Recent Magazine Reviews
Recent Magazine Reviews are wine, spirit and beer reviews with an issue date since February 19.
Trump 2008 New World Red (Monticello)
- $28
A veneer of vanilla gives this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot a pastry-like scent, which coats the underlying note of wild-berry pie filling. The palate offers bright acids and firm tannins, which layer the finish.
— A.H.
(5/1/2013)
Neil Ellis 2009 Pinotage (Stellenbosch)
- $19
Herbal accents of bramble and forest floor mix with the dark fruit center of this wine. Medium acidity, firm yet fine tannins and a concentrated fruit palate provide a full structure that’s also balanced and enjoyable now.
— L.B.
(5/1/2013)
Sumarroca 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Penedès)
- $14
Lemon-lime and mild vanilla aromas create a good bouquet. The palate is basic in structure but quite nice in purity and acidity. Flavors of green melon and spiced apple lead to a similar tasting finish. For freshness and balance, this wine gets it right.
— M.S.
(5/1/2013)
Bouchard Finlayson 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay)
- $26
The bouquet of this wine is somewhat dainty, offering layered aromas of yellow apple, gooseberry, melon and crushed mineral. Ripe stone-fruit flavors add breadth to the dominating citrus notes, with a hint of sweet grass unfolding on the finish.
— L.B.
(5/1/2013)
Naia 2011 Las Brisas White (Rueda)
- Best Buy
- $12
Citrus, mango and animal cracker aromas are mild and easy to like. The palate on this white blend (led by 50% Verdejo) offers melon, apple, mango and a hint of spice, while the finish is clean, smooth and just racy enough. Drink now for max freshness.
— M.S.
(5/1/2013)
Hacienda del Plata 2010 Zagal Syrah (Mendoza)
- $14
This Syrah smells meaty and roasted, with savory spice aromas and plenty of black fruit on the nose. It’s chewy and creamy feeling, with blueberry and blackberry flavors in front of a short finish that’s abrupt but clean.
— M.S.
(5/1/2013)
Southern Right 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay)
- $19
Lemon, green gooseberry and plum lead the nose and mouth of this refreshing Sauvignon Blanc. The texture is ripe and fruit forward, but lifted with good acidic cut that ends on a mouthwatering finish. Drink now.
— L.B.
(5/1/2013)
Bach NV Gran Brut Sparkling (Cava)
- Best Buy
- $11
Straightforward apple and spice aromas draw you in. The palate on this value-priced brut Cava is fresh and focused, with mango, citrus, spice and dried herb flavors. It finishes fresh, with a touch of quince and apple flavor. Good for the price.
— M.S.
(5/1/2013)
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