wine – 2014 Dominio Pingus Ribera del Duero Flor de Pingus

• 2014 Dominio Pingus Ribera del Duero Flor de Pingus – Spain, Castilla y León, Ribera del Duero (7/31/2021)
  WIML92

  Tasted non blind.

  Dark garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of flowers, licorice and mixed dark fruits. Flavors of black berries, black cherries and plums. Medium acidity, medium tannin, full bodied. Drink now with some air to help it open a bit before serving. (92 points)
  

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wine – 2015 Artadi Rioja Valdegines

• 2015 Artadi Rioja Valdegines – Spain, La Rioja, La Rioja Alavesa, Rioja (7/31/2021)
  WIML93

  Tasted noni blind.

  Dark garnet to purple color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of aspirin, smoke, leather, black berries and black cherries. Flavors of black cherries, black berries and plums. Medium to bright acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink over the short to medium time frame with some air to help open. (93 points)
  

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wine – 2013 Antica Terra Pinot Noir Ceras

• 2013 Antica Terra Pinot Noir Ceras – USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley (7/30/2021)
  WIML93

  Tasted non blind.

  Garnet to dark garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout.. Nose of red hills dirt, black pepper, a bit of roasted meat, some black berries and black cherries. Flavors of black raspberries, black cherries and black berries. Bright acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink now and over the short term with just little bit of air after opening. (93 points)
  

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wine – 2012 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Burt Williams’ Morning Dew Ranch

• 2012 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Burt Williams’ Morning Dew Ranch – USA, California, North Coast, Anderson Valley (7/29/2021)
  WIML92

  Tasted non blind.

  Garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of dirty diaper, black berries and black raspberries. Flavors of black berries, black raspberries and black cherries. Medium to bright acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink over the short term. (92 points)
  

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wine – 2018 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape

• 2018 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape – France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape (7/28/2021)
  WIML93

  Tasted non blind.

  Garnet to dark garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Rich nose of black berries, blue berries, dried plums and spice box. Flavors of black raspberries, black berries and black cherries. Medium to tangy acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink with air or continue to hold. (93 points)
  

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wine – 2018 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Russian River Valley

• 2018 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Russian River Valley – USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley (7/27/2021)
  WIML92

  Tasted non blind.

  Garnet color in the glass, fairly clear looking. Nose of Birch, blueberry, orange twist and black berry. Flavor of black raspberry, black berry and black cherry. Medium to bright acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink now with air or hold. (92 points)
  

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wine – 2013 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Bougros

• 2013 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Bougros – France, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis Grand Cru (7/26/2021)
  WIML92

  Tasted non blind.

  Light yellow color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of matchstick, vanilla, yellow pears and wet stones. Flavors of lemon, lime, yellow pear and minerals. Medium acidity, medium to full bodied. Drink over the short to medium term. (92 points)
  

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wine – 2008 Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Champagne Special Club Millesimé de Collection

• 2008 Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Champagne Special Club Millesimé de Collection – France, Champagne (7/23/2021)
  WIML93

  Tasted non blind.

  Yellow color in the glass, clear looking throughout with tiny, steady beading. Nose of hazelnut, lemon curd and cinnamon. Flavors of lemon zest, yellow pears and Grannie Smith apples. Bright acidity, full bodied. Drink or hold. (93 points)
  

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wine – 2009 Glaetzer Shiraz Amon-Ra Barossa Valley

• 2009 Glaetzer Shiraz Amon-Ra Barossa Valley – Australia, South Australia, Barossa, Barossa Valley (7/21/2021)
  WIML92

  Tasted non blind.

  Dark garnet color in the glass, a little dusty looking. Nose of monkey glue, Herbs du Provence, plums and currants. Flavors of black berries, black raspberries and black cherries. Tart acidity, drying tannin, full bodied. Drink now. Likely needs a little air before serving. (92 points)
  

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wine – 2015 Quivira Zinfandel Anderson Ranch

• 2015 Quivira Zinfandel Anderson Ranch – USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (7/19/2021)
  WIMl92

  Tasted non blind.

  Dark garnet color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of aspirin, black pepper, talc and black berries. Flavors of black berries, raspberries and plums. Medium to bright acidity, medium to firm tannin, full bodied. Drink over the short term with a little air prior to serving. (92 points)
  

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