Shows the variety’s aromatic, floral style, an intensely dry wine whose acids scour and cleanse the palate. The flavors are of dried pineapples, geraniums, minerals and white pepper. Quite elegant and sophisticated for the price.
— S.H.
(5/1/2009)
So ripe and rich in fruit, you won’t even notice the absence of oak. The grapes come mostly from Lodi, with a touch of Monterey. Brightened with crisp acidity, the flavors are of spicy, zesty tangerines and vanilla.
— S.H.
(11/1/2011)
Stands up to wines that cost much more. Yes, it’s a bit sharp, but there’s ripe black cherry and oak flavors, smooth tannins and some real finesse.
— S.H.
(10/1/2005)
Brisk and sprightly, with keen acidity that makes the mouth water. The basic flavors suggest ripe Meyer lemons, pineapples, Key lime pie, spicy Asian pear, vanilla and honeysuckle. A good, rich crowd pleaser at an affordable price.
— S.H.
(2/1/2010)
Lots to admire in this dry, full-bodied Merlot. It’s forward and charming in sour red cherry candy, blueberry and herb flavors, with a nice edge of smoky oak. Contains a little Cabernet and Zinfandel for complexity, and the alcohol is nice and low. Great price.
— S.H.
(2/1/2010)
Most of the grapes come from the southern Central Valley, and they give ripe Chardonnay flavors of pineapples and pears. Oak, in whatever form it was applied, dominates with vanilla, buttered toast and caramel notes. If you like a little sweetness, it’s for you.
— S.H.
(11/1/2011)
You get a pretty basic varietal wine here. It has thinned-down flavors of blackberries and herbs, and is firmed up with dry tannins. Not a bad little Cab for the price.
— S.H.
(11/15/2003)
A pretty good Cabernet for this everyday price. It’s very dry and rich in tannins, with sweet-and-sour flavors of cherries, herbs and mint. Fine for an inexpensive, by-the-glass program.
— S.H.
(2/1/2010)