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Reviews for 2023

March 2023 - On-Demand

March 2023 - On-Demand
This month's Wine feature is On-Demand Wines

On-Demand Reviews

Alexander Valley Vineyards 2020  Merlot
95 points
$24
Juicy red fruits meld with balanced espresso and cocoa tones from the French oak; an exceptionally well crafted new world Merlot.
Saddleback Cellars 2019  Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$80
A wonderfully juicy, silky, and satisfying Napa Cabernet that hits all of the high notes now and will improve with age.
PONO 2019 Mana Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$125
With rich notes of red and black fruit coupled with lavish French oak, this will need some serious decanting or time in cellar to open up and integrate the intense yet delicious flavors and aromas.
Moroki 2022 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
93 points
$14
Best Buy
Tropical and orchard fruits with balanced herbaceous tones make this a benchmark NZ Sauv Blanc.
93 points $14 Best Buy
Gordon Estate 2020 Tradition Reserve Red Blend Columbia Valley
93 points
$40
A Bordeaux blend with delicious dark fruit qualities and rich oak flavors that will be a hit to pair at your next bbq; drink now or cellar.
Titus Vineyards 2020  Cabernet Sauvignon
93 points
$65
A lush, chocolatey, super fruity Napa Cabernet that delivers all the hedonic goods one expects from the famed appellation.
PONO 2020 Aina Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir
93 points
$68
A plush, rounded, and opulent New World Pinot Noir with jammy fruits and splashes of oak.
PONO 2019 Hapa Red Blend Howell Mountain, Napa Valley
93 points
$95
A lovely Bordeaux blend that will improve and integrate with time but will also make an excellent dinner companion with a quick decant today.
3 REIN 2020 Never Tame Red Blend Columbia Valley
92 points
$7.99
Best Buy
A lovely and versatile red blend that would be an excellent option for a fine meal.
92 points $7.99 Best Buy
Gordon Estate 2020 Reserve Tempranillo
90 points
$35
With rich black fruits and savory earthy qualities, this would likely pair very well with some Peking duck.
Chevalier Du Grand Robert 2018 Bordeaux Entre-Deux-Mers Rouge
89 points
$11
Best Buy
Rich earthy flavors with dusty tannins, this wine would pair well with a roasted beef dished and root vegetables.
89 points $11 Best Buy
Scout Wild NV Red Blend California
89 points
$18
A lovely Zinfandel field blend to pair with a diversity of meals.
Raw Bar 2022  Vinho Verde
88 points
$9
Best Buy
A lovely bouquet of tropical fruits on the nose and palate make this a go to summer sipper.
88 points $9 Best Buy
Chevalier Du Grand Robert 2022  Bordeaux Blanc
88 points
$12
Best Buy
An ideal pairing for shellfish showing nice minerality and bright citrus.
88 points $12 Best Buy
Tailslide 2021  Pinot Noir
87 points
$6.99
Best Buy
A flavorful, lively, well-crafted California Pinot people pleaser.
87 points $6.99 Best Buy
Quarter Cut 2021 Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
An alluring and nicely balanced Bourbon-barrel aged Cabernet with juicy fruit and delicate barrel-tinged cocoa and spice.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
Quarter Cut 2021 Bourbon Barrel-Aged Red Blend California
87 points
$9.99
Best Buy
A solid Bourbon-barrel aged red blend that is an easy choice for everyday meals and sipping.
87 points $9.99 Best Buy
Sea Salt 2022  Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$13
Best Buy
Tropical and herbaceous with a hint of earthy funk, this is an intriguing New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with just a tiny lifting spritz.
87 points $13 Best Buy
Scout Wild NV Rosé California
87 points
$18
A solid Rosé for dinner with good acidity and a vibrant red fruit note.
Gordon Estate 2020 Mega Red Syrah
87 points
$30
Somewhere between savory Old World Syrah and juicy bold Aussie Shiraz is this tasty expression that would do excellently with smoked meats.
Chevalier Du Grand Robert 2019  Haut-Médoc
86 points
$17
Dark earthy fruit loaded with deep rich tannins, this is a nice centerpiece red to be paired with a decadent meal and a quick decant to open up.
Chevalier Du Grand Robert 2022 Dry Rosé Bordeaux Clairet
84 points
$13
A dry, lean Rosé for the table.
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