YOUR RESULTS for "Food Pairing: Pork"

A particular specialty of the Valle Isarco. Greenish to bright yellow in color. Peaches, apricots, and tones of tangerines on the nose. Very lively, juicy, and sleek on the palate, with a mineral-rich finish.

The nose offers chamomile, white peach, grilled pineapple as well as slate and lees notes. The palate is round and full bodied with minerality with additional notes of white flowers and lemon. Grilled peach, quince and ginger flavors add to the complexity of this wine.

Focused and fresh with notes of white peach, baked apple, crush rocks, citrus and a hint of spice with vibrant acidity and a rich texture. It has a long finish.

Smoky crushed stone mixes with dried yellow flowers, incense and a freshly sliced pear as the 2020 Fiano di Avellino Sequenzha comes to life in the glass. This is pleasantly sweet and opulent in feel, yet nicely balanced by mineral-tinged orchard fruits with enriching hints of almond. It’s persistent, lightly structured and salty through the finale, which creates a wonderful contrast to the heady experience found within. – Vinous, 92 Points

This aromatic, attractive Gewurztraminer is semi-dry. It is loaded with fresh lychee fruit along with ginger and jasmine. Absolutely divine with spicy Thai food. This is not heavy--the acid stays zinging along with pretty, exotic tropical fruit that is ripe and pure.

This semi-dry style exhibits a medium mouthfeel, not too sweet, very well balanced and a satisfying finish. Its passionfruit-like juiciness, pear, yellow apple with light grass makes this crowd-pleasing wine appropriate for party, or for pairing with a myriad of full-flavored foods.

This begins with attractive apple pie, pineapple, elegant oak, creamsicle and vanilla aromas. The palate is quite rich and creamy, but shows balanced acidity. Midweight, elegant and flavorful, this finishes with notes of yellow apple, pear, vanilla bean and crème brûlée. Try it with turkey, chicken, roasted pork with apples, caramelized sweet potatoes or squash.

Medium aromatics with peach and apricot, apple, with a refreshing hint of citrus. The palate is round yet fresh with flavors of pear, wet stone, and a little beeswax character. It is medium in body, with a long finish.

"The 2018 Montlouis Les Argiles is bright, finely cut and remarkably nuanced. White orchard fruit, chalk, mint and white pepper give the Argiles a striking aromatic upper register. The Argiles, which emerges from clay-rich soils, impresses more with energy than the breadth I expected. Perhaps that will develop in bottle. This chiseled, finely-cut Chenin has a ton to offer. Bright saline notes punctuate the finish." -Vinous

Bright tropical fruit aromas accompany fragrant floral tones on the nose. Subtle herbal notes on the palate combine with a salinity that reflects the wine’s seaside origin. Light almond notes and a slight bitterness add complexity to this well-executed wine.

Here's a succulent, beautifully ripe white Burgundy. Aromas of butter and apples continue onto the palate. The fruit involves a melange of Ginger-gold apples and Anjou pears with a touch of elegant oak. Texturally, this gives a pleasantly dense and creamy roundness. The juicy orchard fruits are seamlessly integrated with minerality, vanilla and baking spice notes.

This white Burgundy offers a light apple-cream-citrus combo on the nose. On the palate, it is mineral-driven with apple, stone and wood-spice notes melding seamlessly. Crisp and fresh at first, but with more air, touches of toast evolve. The finish is like fall apples, butter and understated oak. This is extremely versatile at the table--you'll want a sip after every bite of food because it provides that much relief and complement to all kinds of cuisine.

This elegant white is subtly fruited with some apple fleshiness joining flint, earth and mineral tones as well as some new toast on the the long and satisfying finish.

From Producer: Lime and green apple are held in sleek suspension by a stony minerality. With touches of pepper on the finish, it's full in the mouth and quite powerful. It succeeds as it is very expressive while maintaining its focus and precision.

From the producer: Delicate at first then tropically ripe, brimming with apricot, nectarine and a touch of pineapple. Lemon citrus and acacia blossom balance the sweetness effortlessly.

This wine starts with aromas of passionfruit, under-ripe mango and gooseberry.  It  is medium plus in body with melon, gooseberry, pineapple, passionfruit and mango flavors. This is somewhat broad in mouthfeel. 

Medium-bodied, stone fruits and tropical/floral aromas lead to peach and apricot flavors with touches of pear and light florality; waxy and round finish.

Notes of jasmine, lemon verbena bar, quince and pine. On the palate this is a full-bodied powerful wine with flavors of white tea, almond, quince, grapefruit and seashells.

From the Producer: "This wine reflects the substance and diversity of southeast Seneca Lake. It fermented in both vats and old oak (228 liter Burgundy barrels and demi-muids) with indigenous yeasts for several months, as is typical of our wines. Combining aromas of mineral and fruit: mango, jasmine, flint, it delivers a balanced texture, straightforward while being both long and soft."

Thyme, rosemary and lemon balm burst from the glass with some flint and almost smoky characteristic. The palate is clean, mineral and has some lime zest and pith.

Elements of beeswax, lemon peel and lychee fruit combine with flowers, lime, honeysuckle and garden blossoms on the nose. It is medium-plus in body, round and focused. Very spicy in the Gewurztraminer sense; however, it does not show any sweetness, just well ripened fruit of apple and tropical citrus, along with flowers. Shows complexity in an unobtrusive way. It has refreshing acidity, but it still mouth-filling and complete with good weight on the palate.

Complex and fresh aromas of guava, apricot, the juicy flavors of Granny Smith apple and yellow peach are present, along with bright acidity and a crisp finish. Lemon curd, and slightly toasted caramelized nectarine can all be found, along with notes of fresh ground cloves and cinnamon. It is medium in body with a long finish.

On the nose, ripe apple aromas mix with delicate smokiness. Medium-bodied, piquant and fresh, this is a complex , elegant and delicious Grüner Veltliner with subtle and integrated ripe yellow-fleshed tropical fruits, orchard fruits and melons. There is attractive leesiness and minerality as well as a round mouthfeel and juicy acidity. Despite its very different grape composition, this Gruner is reminiscent of white Burgundy.

From the producer: A delicious white burgundy that holds its own with neighboring Chablis. Flavors range from pear to grapefruit to subtle ginger spice. Richness reflects low yields and warmth of the vintage, combined with a classic Goisot style of lovely texture, persistent length and racy drive.

From producer: A tight, mineral wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavours are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant, yet textured and intense wine with a strong personality of both place and vintage.

From the producer: "Our signature Riesling is vibrant and aromatic, featuring the distinctive minerality that has become our trademark. Fragrant essence of spring blossoms sets the stage for a succulent palate of early fruit, balanced with a refreshing crispness, revealing the true qualities of the Riesling grape. A brilliant texture carries into a lingering finish, in a wine that accommodates a wide range of food."

From the producer: "The finest qualities of the estate are expressed in our Reserve Dry Riesling, an exclusive wine spotlighting unique characteristics from all three of our vineyard sites. Small selections of grapes are meticulously chosen from specifically identified lots, which are fermented separately and then blended to create the exquisite balance of juiciness, freshness, and minerality displayed in this specialty bottling. A brilliant, tangy nose heralds a burst of stone fruit and citrus zest on the palate. Fruit and minerality play into a lingering finish that continues to make the mouth water long after the wine is gone."

From the producer: "Our versatile, Kabinett-style Riesling is marked by a refined interplay of sweetness and freshness. Harvested in the heart of our season, this, fruit-forward wine exhibits a rich mouthfeel and a satisfying finish."

A very attractive crisp bouquet with spring flowers, lychee, jasmine and Asian pear. This blend dances in your palate with an attractive initial freshness, a dry wine with complex flavors and supple structure. Flavors of peach, rose petals, melon and meadow flowers are supported by fresh acidity.

92 Points Vinous: A highly perfumed bouquet evokes mineral-laced candied fig, tangerine, white flowers and toasted nuts, and hints of ginger and beeswax emerge slowly. Penetrating, concentrated and emphatically mineral in character, with juicy acidity enlivening orchard and citrus fruit and lemon curd flavors. Rich but vibrant in style, displaying impressive finishing thrust and strong, mineral-driven persistence. (JR)

Aromas are fresh and clean with citrus and nectarine notes.  This elegant Gruner offers more citrus along with pear, quince, and a slight herbaceous character on the palate.

This high-quality Chablis drinks above village level with excellent concentration, texture and complexity. It shows both mineral tension and round leesiness with fruits such as apple, nectarine, preserved lemon and peach joining savory stone and herb notes. Crisp but in no way, sharp, this attractive Chablis is beyond classic.

This is a dry Riesling from a single vineyard. The wine begins with notes of petrol and savory herbs and moves on to mineral notes and subtle Riesling fruit -- pear, apple and glazed citrus with herbs. It stays linear and focused with crisp acid that pairs well  a range of foods.

From the Producer: "A classically bright Finger Lakes Riesling, with vibrant citrus and fresh green herbal notes on a light and refreshing frame, finishing with slate and lemon curd. While good to keep for another five to eight years, this wine can be enjoyed immediately with roasted poultry, poached fish with citrus and ginger, a vegetarian curry, or fine aged cheeses."

This is a powerful white Burgundy that is concentrated and toasty with loads of mineral-wrapped stone fruits.

This white Burgundy shows six years’ aging with some nice elements of concentration, roundness, buttered popcorn and pleasant oxidation. The fruit reminds one of apples sautéed in butter and deglazed with a hint of apple cider, as well of flavors of ripe bosc and Asian pear, nut skin and white tea. Medium to fuller-bodied with a creamy texture.

Ravines Dry Riesling is a unique and elegant expression of the Finger Lakes terroir. Delicate yet complex on with white flowers mingled with pear, apple and grapefruit citrus notes followed by a lingering mineral finish and a vibrant acidity.

From the producer: "Circle Riesling is meant to be a quintessential example of Finger Lakes Riesling; a touch of residual sugar to bring out the rich orchard fruit flavors without overwhelming the lemon zest and citrus that make it crisp and refreshing to drink. "

The nose opens with lemon oil, juicy peaches, and a slight stoniness. Starfruit, lime juice, and crunchy starfruit add to the palate, followed by a granny smith note that coats the mouth. Crisp acidity to finish.

Bright and juicy aromas of tart apple, lemon, pear and apricot. Clean, pure, and complex. The beautifully round texture of this wine showcases flavors of Golden Delicious apple, toasty lees, and lemon oil.

Toasty spice aromas balance with notes of baked apple and light citrus. This is a medium-plus bodied wine with notes of baked apples, slight caramel notes, toasted nuts and a hint of butter. Despite the oak notes this wine is balanced and manages to stay fresh.

Medium aromatics of peach and apricot with mineral notes of slate. The nose is complex as well as the palate with more raw almond and white flowers on the second pass. The palate delivery round but dry structure with vibrant peach and apricot again with more weight  followed by medium plus acidity. 

Medium-plus aromas of orange, golden apple, green melon, talc, and fresh herbs. Generous weight and roundness on the palate with balanced, lively acidity. Flavors echo the aromas along with apricot and orange rind

This wine is clean and nicely crisp while still being flavorful, concentrated and creamy. The nose gives vanilla and light apple aromas while the palate delivers notes of apples, apple blossoms, pears, donut peaches and vanilla bean. This undergoes partial oak aging which is relayed more in the texture than the taste. Texturally this is creamy and satiny; this Chardonnay is immensely drinkable and versatile at the table or on its own.

This is a great-value dry Riesling. Aromas of peach, yellow apple and chamomile lead to a medium weight Riesling with both yellow and green apples, apple skin, quince, some apricot and peach. It offers good density and at the same time, it's high acid and zingy. Very tasty.

This estate-grown Cayuga Lake Pinot Gris begins with aromas of stone fruits, minerals, and melon. The palate offers bright acidity with flavors echoing the nose. The finish is rounder with hints of nut skin.

Lighter aromas of orchard fruits and a touch of melon lead to succulent pear, honeysuckle, and peach on the palate. Medium-weight with fresh lemony acidity; clean and tasty.

A classic creamy/buttery style with vanilla, apple/pear notes; refreshing acidity balances and a hint of toast on the finish.

Delicious and ripe with sweet baked apples, yet completely fresh!

The nose starts with aromatic fresh herbs including marjoram and a bit of eucalyptus layered with apricot and honeycomb. The palate accents citrus and stone fruit components, with thorough but soft acidity, delightful freshness, and good fruit intensity. There are light mineral notes as well as a sense of roundness. The finish is medium long, with hints of citrus and sage.

Bright yellow with golden hues. Fresh and juicy, this delicate Chardonnay expresses aromas of apple, melon and peach combined with exquisite citrus notes. The palate is silky and vibrant with a long and mouthwatering finish.

The plump texture in this complex but approachable white stays focused thanks to the mineral and ginger underpinnings that mark the peach, honeysuckle and quince flavors.

Aromas of apple, melon, white pepper and light citrus. Juicy and dry on the palate, the aromas translate onto flavors. This is a refreshing tasty wine.

Aromas are fresh with notes of pear, jasmine and citrus. More citrus fruits appear on the palate, complemented by pear, lemon peel, jasmine flowers and savory herbs. It is medium in body with medium plus acidity and medium finish.

This is classic, high quality Gruner Veltliner -- clean, crisp, focused and fresh. Flavors of apple, pear, citrus, lemon peel, minerality, white tea, white pepper and dried herbs can be found in this medium weight wine, ending with a saline finish.

This is high quality Gruner Veltliner with more density and depth than an entry level wine. It is succulent and juicy with attractive florality and notes of fennel, white peach, almond paste and coriander. The texture is waxy-creamy, yet still zippy.

Delicate stone fruit, glazed green pears, apple candy, white blossom, peach followed by strong minerality to provide a delightfully balanced mouthfeel. 

Stone, honeydew melon, citrus and white pepper aromas lead to kiwi and citrus peel with touches of white pepper along with classic Finger Lakes minerality and more melon notes. Clean with moderate acidity and nice roundness, lemon-lime flavors persist on the finish.

Fruity, floral aromas and flavors of poached peaches, spiced apples, and flowers with a supple, tangy, medium body and a polished engaging, long finish with shades of golden kiwi citrus salad and honeyed green apples with no oak flavor.

Earthy aromas include cured meat, black pepper, warm earth and spice.  This fuller-bodied beauty will grow in complexity with age as tannins are still somewhat youthful. The palate is rich with dark currants and cassis, black olives, and meatiness. Dark chocolate and black cherry skins linger on the finish.

Aromas are layered and complex, beginning with notes of spice and bramble, following through to dark cherry and plum on the nose. Medium weight with supple tannins and a smooth texture, it reveals flavors of earth, oil-cured olives, and red cherry.

This instantly likeable Beaujolais displays darker fruits and more body than one might expect from Gamay. It is quite saturated for the genre; in fact, it has enough black currants to even call it inky! Notes of minerality, cinnamon and black pepper add complexity to this smooth and vibrant wine.

An aromatic wine with lots of complexity, floral with pressed roses, spiced plum, licorice and blackberry. The palate shows come baking spice notes such as clove, licorice, and black pepper. More toast and macerated red cherries to finish. It is medium plus and drinking well now.  This is a classic, example of Chateauneuf. 

Aromas of black berry, damson plum cassis and vanilla. On the palate this is concentrated and full of elegance and finesse. Small blue fruits, especially currants, and nice depth of flavor with fine/silky tannins to support.

Aromas of blackberry and plums. On the palate this is medium to light in body, with black currants, smoke, blackberry seeds, and cherry flavors. It is medium in acid with fine tannins. Very silky and fresh… the ultimate picnic wine!

This delicious red opens with deep aromas of leather, cigar box and red fruit. Plush flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and pomegranate lend a touch of fruit sweetness that is a nice counterpoint to the soft, chewy tannins.

The grape Pinotage is a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Aromas of grilled plum, blackberry, black currant and a little bark can be found on the nose. This medium-weight wine has flavors of black plum, cherry, and a hint of purple fruit. It is nicely balanced with medium acidity and sleek tannins.

Red fruits of strawberries and ripe fruits are attractive on the nose. On the palate, it is medium weight with classic cherry fruitiness, vanilla and light spices on a smooth and elegant frame.

Ripe and fruity aromas filled with plums raspberries and fresh roses. Medium weight and juicy on the palate with brightness and lifted acidity. Flavors match the nose, accompanied by violets and light spice

Aromas of licorice and leather mix with wild berries, spice, and forest floor. The palate is ripe with dark plums and black cherries flavors alongside a crushed rocks. It is medium to plus in body, with medium acidity and youthful tannins.

Aromas of mulberry, berry compote and savory raspberries introduce this wine. It is medium to full-bodied with cherries and plums, spice, licorice, thyme and chocolate notes adding complexity. This wine is smooth and quaffable with a long, refreshing finish.

Aromas are complex, with smoke, raspberry compote, red currant candy, chocolate, and spice. The palate offers a variety of red berry fruit, lightly cooked so it releases juice. Black cherry and cassis are also present, along with toast, spice, and mineral notes. The wine is pure, with well integrated tannins and acidity, and deft on its feet for one so large. Full bodied with a long finish.

This fruit-forward wine has ripe and rich jammy fruit notes with chocolate aromatics. The palate features tart red currants and black berry juice as well as perfectly ripe fruit preserves. It is medium-plus in body and suave.

This graceful red offers density and freshness, with the smooth texture carrying cherry, dried currant, licorice, tea and citrus peel flavors. The tannins are well-integrated, with bright acidity. Tempranillo and Graciano.

Borgo del Mandorlo shows the exuberant, lush side of Primitivo with dark currants, dried fruits, ripe cherries and plums, along with notes of fruit cake spice and dark chocolate. It is full bodied with dense fruit, young tannins and balancing acidity.

Aromas of blackberry, blueberry and a hint of spice nicely integrated with the new oak. The palate is medium-bodied and very well balanced. Flavors of blueberries, blackberries and roasted tomatoes alongside pencil shavings and Christmas spices. It has supporting acidity and fine tannins towards the finish.

The wine is somewhat cloudy in the glass, reflecting its unfined status. It offers fresh aromas of cherry and blackberry with a touch of vanilla. It tastes darker, the fruit supported by fine, thorough-going tannins. This is a very pleasant, food-oriented wine, medium-bodied with a persistent finish.

A fragrant bouquet with red and black cherries, and a touch of florality. This wine is pure and appealing with a medium bodied finely textured palate. The fruit on the palate has tart currants, blackberries, with just the right density with balanced tannins.

Aromas are of black cherry, grilled plums, dried oregano, and a touch of minerality. On the palate, this dry wine is reminiscent of an Old World wine with bark, spice and minerality layered on juicy red fruit notes. It is medium-plus in body with balanced acidity.

This is a thorny dark fruited wine with medium-plus body. The palate delivers more complexity with blueberry, dates, black currants, and a touch of black peppercorns with medium acid and fine tannins.

Le Poste’s cool microclimate and limestone soil make it one of Saint Cosme’s most structured, aromatic, and mineral intense wines of the estate. This wine always walks a knife's edge of power and finesse thanks to its deep fruit and precise structure. The wine features aromas and flavors of iodine, violet, pepper, and ash.

Rose, liquorice, iodine, pepper

Wine Advocate – Issue 244, End of August 2019 : CHÂTEAU DE SAINT COSME Gigondas Le Claux 2018 – 95-97 points “Everything about the all-Grenache 2018 Gigondas le Claux is big. From the huge black cherry and blackberry fruit, to the insane levels of concentration, the rich, velvety tannins and the never-ending, licorice-tinged finish, this beauty should evolve positively for at least a decade and a half.”

Intense deep purple color. The nose features overtones of blackberry, cherry pits and vanilla. It has a myriad of aromas and displays a rare elegance. This 100% Merlot, made to age for a very long time, has an outstanding aromatic complexity. It has delicious blackberry and cherry flavors as well as great body, and a fine structure enhanced by oak ageing for long cellaring. The black fruit flavors are remarkably fresh.

Bramble and a touch of “funk” lead to aromas of black fruits, leather, plum, and a whisper of spice. It’s earthy but still shows a good amount of fruit and elegance. Medium weight on the palate with a soft, supple texture. Flavors from both the Grenache and Syrah can be detected here, and work harmoniously to craft a balance between fruity and savory elements. Ripe black cherries mingle with coffee and mocha, leading to a spice-laced (black pepper and clove) finish.

Beautiful Grenache aromas of red fruit, with light spice, red licorice, floral notes and garrigue. The palate is also very pure and true to Grenache with a hint of licorice and dried herbs. It is medium-bodied, incredibly silky, with a long finish.

This wine is medium plus in weight and concentration, generous and complex. It drinks like a Rhône wine from a cru (a recognized, prestigious appellation). One could call it a “baby Châteauneuf-du-Pape.” There are black currants, black cherries and wild dark fruits mixed with garrigue (dried Mediterranean herbs), violets and warm earth notes. Despite its savory, deep, brooding, intense and rustic character, the wine is rich and ripe with rounded tannins.

This liter bottle presents intense and fruity notes of ripe black fruits and a touch of licorice. Medium-weighted with soft tannins and ripe dark cherry and raspberry, it is enjoyable with a slight chill.

This classic Italian wine is an ideal pairing with food. The nose is quite berry forward with Italian herbs. This medium bodied wine has tart berry fruit with balanced tannins, touches of rustic herbs and some forest floor and tobacco notes. 

Red berries and sweet vanilla greet the nose. The wine is pleasantly soft and round in body. Dark fruit, some cinnamon spice and a touch of earthy, umami flavor mingle on the palate, ending with a subtle  chalkiness.

A fairly sustained color, a powerful nose that hints at the reserve. In its youthful prime: wild summer fruits, sloe, blackberry; it evolves towards plant nuances: oak bark, animal nuances: venison. In the mouth, a robust structure, fullness dominated by liveliness and firmness. Austere in its youth, it requires a good ten years to calm down and confirm its fullness and race.

Vibrant, with a fresh core of cherry and cassis notes backed by anise, applewood and garrigue hints through the finish. Nice underlying juiciness throughout. Best from 2022 through 2029. 1,500 cases made, 160 cases imported. Wine Spectator – 92 points Curls of dark chocolate, shaved cinnamon and truffle lend a spicy, smoky intensity to fresh, cutting red plum and raspberry flavors here. Full bodied and high impact in flavor, it's a juicy, lusciously concentrated blend of organically farmed Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah that's ready to drink now but likely to improve further through 2030 at least. ANNA LEE C IIJIMA Dec 2021 Wine Enthusiast – 94 points

Berry forward aromas of blackcap and black currant with some mulberry. There is a lovely amount of vintage cigar box and forest floor with some tart lingonberry as well. The palate has noticeable tannins, with juicy gravely like texture. There are persistent grape skin like tannins with middle acidity and some graphite on the finish.

This has a gorgeous nose with sensual earth, red cherry and raspberry aromas. The wine is open and accessible now. This medium weight wine is elegant, delicate and graceful, with the red fruits repeating from the nose and ending in a long, mineral finish.

Richly perfumed with cooked berries, violet and slight earthiness. Plum and ripe black cherry on the juicy/silky palate. Red berries and cocoa linger on the finish.

Clean aromas of blackberry and cassis are joined by Shiraz spice. Flavors are rich and somewhat soft on entry, with black fruit and touches of licorice and smoky, meaty notes. The Cabernet and its structuring tannins dominate, but the Shiraz provides great filler, adding coffee and mocha notes as it opens up. Medium plus in body and length.

A parade of fresh red fruit dominates the aromas, supported by red licorice and a light mix of herbs. Red cherries and raspberries mingle with notes of black olives and leather on a medium weight frame. Fine tannins and a persistent thread of acidity runs throughout, keeping this wine fresh and balanced.

"Fresh and direct with cherry fruit laced with subtle toasty vanilla, ending with a savory flicker." James Molesworth Wine Spectator score : 87

Attractive aromas of black and red cherry, plum, smoky cinnamon and bark. Quite flavorful on the palate with the aromas translating onto flavors: Bing cherries, red plum, rhubarb, black pepper, black tea and light cinnamon can be found. The tannins are rounded and it has moderate acidity. It was bottled under screw cap and becomes broader and better integrated with about a half hour of air. It is medium in body and length with lovely brightness.

“Complex layers of aroma and flavor. Black raspberry, forest floor, Allspice, and velvet theater drapes from the nose. Wild mushroom, limestone, suede, and earth engulfs the palate that is full, elegant, and precise as a rare Swiss timepiece.”  -Charles Smith, Winemaker

The wine shows a deep purple color, and features aromatics of mixed, crushed red and black fruits, sweet spice and cedar. This wine is fuller-bodied, possessing fantastic dark fruits, excellent mid-palate depth and ripe tannins.

The nose offers sweet cherry fruit and forest underbrush, with food-friendly acidity and structure on the palate, and a floral perfume in the mouth and finish.

Dark berry fruits on the nose, think black currant and black raspberry mingle with light smoky notes and soft earth aromas. The palate is medium bodied with good medium structure and complexity. 

A parade of red fruits (plums, cherries, and currants) are accompanied by mineral tones (crushed rocks) and a hint of leather. The palate is a little less fruit-driven than the nose would suggest, showcasing more earthy, savory notes such as dried herbs, cloves, and graphite alongside black cherries and raspberries.

"The 2020 Morgon Côte du Py is one of the region's most dependable classics, unfurling in the glass with notes of cassis, sweet berry fruit, spices and rose petals. Medium to full-bodied, ample and layered, with lively acids, powdery tannins and a seamless, complete profile, it concludes with a long, mouthwatering finish. (WK) " (8/2021) - 94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

A concentrated wine, yielding ripe flavors of blackberry and dark plum, cocoa and mocha as well as savory notes of bark. Full-bodied and rich on the palate with polished, integrated tannins and excellent structure. The finish is long. If able, open it 30 minutes earlier to allow the wine's structure to integrate and shine.

Rich yet medium-bodied, offering an exciting bouquet of berry, oak, earth and spice notes, with bold streaks of blueberry, raspberry, mocha and floral flavors. It finishes with an aftertaste of anise and cherries.

96 Points – James Suckling “Some tea-bag and sweet-tobacco character to the dark-fruit and lightly toasted oak character on both the nose an the palate. Full-bodied, chewy and polished with a long flavorful finish. Fine, powedery tannins. Needs time to soften but already very pretty. Drink or hold” 95 Points – Jeb Dunnuck (formerly of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate) “Currants, savory spices, dried flowers, charcoal, and loamy earth all emerge from the 2018 Syrah The Deal, which comes fr0m the Sundance Vineyard on the Wahluke Slope. Showing plenty of more savory, earthy notes, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a rounded expansive texture, and ripe, polished tannins. It shows more elegant, streamlined style of the vintage, yet I love its balance. It’s going to benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for 10-12.”

"Blueberry, plum, tobacco and citrus-zest aromas. It’s medium-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins. Fresh and juicy with good structure. Drink or hold." - James Suckling 92

Aromas of macerated cherries and crushed rocks. On the palate, this medium-plus body wine has depth and complexity with flavors of spice, mulled berries, clove, macerated cherries and mulberries. It is slightly rustic with medium acidity and medium tannins.

Earthy aromas include leather and spice with slight florality.  This medium-bodied wine offers plum and cherry flavors with dried flowers and cinnamon notes.

Cool-climate Cabernet Franc that is unoaked. It was originally produced in a stainless steel tank #23 (T23) and remained in the Lamoreaux line-up as a classic expression of the region without the interplay of oak or oak tannins.

This wine has great appeal, attractive berry notes, fresh herbs and soil with pie dough and concentrated berries. The palate has some bramble and forest floor with cedar and red cherry. This wine gives round tannin structure and is medium plus body.

Complex aromas of black tea, smoke, black cherry, plum, and wood introduce this wine. The flavors are bigger and fresher-fruited than the nose suggests. Black and red cherries are both there, along with red currants, and touches of earth and stone on the finish.

Aromas of dried cherries, rose petals, and a hint of dark chocolate introduce this Pinot Noir. Sultry tannins and balanced acidity support flavors of cola, lavender, exotic spice, and just a trace of vineyard terroir in a lasting, earthy finish.

Bursting with dried red cherry and brambly fruits, this Primitivo (Zinfandel) offers aromas of coffee beans, dark chocolate, prunes, fruit cake and spices. The palate is rich and juicy with integrated tannins and flavors that echo the rich aromas.

Aromas of fruit cake, dates, fig and berries. On the palate this is a full-bodied wine with flavors of plum, fig newton, dried fruits, cinnamon and clove. It is dense yet lifted and generous. It has a long finish.

From the producer: Rich, ripe and explosive, this 2020 Shiraz displays vibrant blueberry, plum and notes of dark chocolate. The voluptuous palate of blue and black berries is layered with coffee, vanilla cream and liquorice spice. 

Juniper, violet and pepper notes mingle out front before the core of kirsch and plum fruit arrives, turning this into a juicy ball of anise-tinged deliciousness, with an echo of garrigue through the finish. Drink now through 2025. Wine Spectator, 91 Points

The 2019 Sinister Hand displays spicy, dark, and savory characteristics. The exuberant nose has raspberry aromas with a hint of vanilla, while the lively palate has a soft juicy texture and a well-balanced acidity. Chewy tannins, black cherry, and a hint of toasty French oak round out the vibrant finish.

Medium aromatics of spice, licorice, horse saddle and blackberry with some camphor notes. This Syrah is dry and masculine with dark black licorice, vanilla and clove. This wine is intense yet lifted. 

This Estate-grown Malbec reveals a fruity nose filled with plum and quince aromas and a touch of elegant oak. The mouthfeel is full, with flavors of blackberry and licorice, and has a rich and lingering finish. There are smoky accents of vanilla and lingering oak.

This organically-farmed, hand-harvested beauty boasts dark wild berry notes along with red and blue fruit, blueberry compote, touches of bramble, and a hint of violets, white pepper, and licorice on the lingering finish. Finely textured and refreshing.

This Bourgogne Rouge shows its Vosne credentials with ethereal aromas of wild strawberries, red currants, and ripe sour cherries. On the palate raspberry, cherry and pomegranate flavors are joined by notes of black pepper. A vein of minerality keeps the wine fresh and alive, while adding complexity to the wine’s sappy and textured frame.

Aromas of chocolate, brambly blackberries, toasted clove and sweet cinnamon welcome you to dive into the glass. On the palate it bursts with fruit flavors of black cherry, plum, raspberry, and mocha. It is full body with rounded tannins.

This is an aromatically old world italian. This is classic rustic barn and earth but with some tart red fruit like cranberries and currants coming through. There is fresh red cherries, light floral notes of red roses and red raspberries. The palate matches its aromas with an almost orange zest note.  The tannins here are persistent, lingering and round. The acid is refreshing and balances nicely with the higher alcohol content. This wine could age an additional 20 years but it showing some complex notes already.  

Barrel toast and wood spice with dark currants and a light herbaceous character. The palate brings good palate coating flavors of blackberry, black cherries, earth, and dried thyme. This wine is clearly cool climate but with round tannins. 

This soft Rioja with five years of age is prime drinking right now. Dried cherries and raisin notes, along with hints of leather, cinnamon and baking spices deliver interest and complexity.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famously the strongest, most powerful, and longest-lived wine of the southern Rhône. Louis Barruol’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape from contracted growers is a classic expression of the region with aromas and flavors of cherry, thyme, lavender, truffle, and olives.

On the palate, it reveals a fresh attack followed by an ample, structured, long-lasting finish. The wine unfurls in successive stages and ends with top-quality tannins produced by whole cluster fermentation. It features aromas and flavors of smoked ham, violet, graphite, graphite, and licorice.

Smoked ham, violets, graphite, cold ashes, liquorice.

Alluring aromas of raspberry, leather, red cherry, violets, and a hint of smoke. Medium weight in body with persistent tannins and a juicy core. Fresh blueberries, mineral, and cassis mingle with lingering savory notes of black pepper and garrigue.

Santa Julia [+] represents their strong commitment to sustainability, the people and the land. This wine offers complexity in the nose with aromas of ripe fruits such as cherries, black raspberries, and hints of toast and vanilla. Medium-bodied on the palate with more cherry, plum, spice notes. This will partner well with braised meats, pan-seared steaks and hearty stews, bean dishes or stuffed peppers.

The aromas are dominated by red fruit: cherry, raspberry and plum. On the palate the aromas translate into flavors with the addition of crushed rocks and spice. It is medium in body with medium tannins and a refreshing finish.

This wine displays aromas of cherry, strawberry, and raspberry fruit with a hint of earthy notes. Bright flavors of strawberry and cherry combined with hints of spice. The bright acidity combined with sweet oak results in a lingering finish.

The nose entices with luscious blackberry jam and some smoke while the palate is medium weight and juicy with blackberries, light earthiness, blueberry pie and subtle tobacco notes.

From the Producer: Red and black berry notes with underlying black pepper, smoked bacon, and hints of tar and star anise. Medium to full-bodied with well rounded tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Well structured with great length.

Aromas of red fruit (plum, cherry and a hint of strawberry) with black pepper and crushed rocks. On the palate this medium-bodied wine is velvety with flavors of cherry, raspberry, grilled plums, pink peppercorns and earl gray tea.

The nose offers pretty red fruits of cherry and raspberry, along with hints of truffle. This pale-colored Pinot Noir is light to medium weight, yet completely on point with its grape varietal and terroir. Red fruits of strawberry and raspberry join with spicy cinnamon notes in this clean, crisp, food-friendly red.

Aromas reminiscent of the Old World with black fruit, minerality, forest floor, wood spice and a savory character. On the palate it has more New World flavors: blackberry, vanilla, and bittersweet cocoa. It is complex, supple, and tasty.

Grapes from this wine are dried for 15 days before pressing in order to concentrate their flavors, then fermented in stainless steel. Aromas of figs, dates and grilled plums lead to surprisingly refreshing flavors of dried strawberries, macerated cherries and cooked cranberries with a dab of baking spices and chocolate-covered figs.

TASTING NOTES: The 2017 Barolo Bricco delle Viole is incredibly layered. The signature nose of purple florals, raspberry and small red fruits is interlaced with tones of rose, rhubarb, toffee apple and incense. Whiffles of marasca cherry, white truffle, Dimbula tea, lavender and anise also appear with air. In the palate, the wine is poised and classy, showing a core of red fruits supported by refined tannins and minerality. As balanced and expressive as it already tastes, the 2017 Bricco delle Viole promises a fantastic evolution ahead.

Appealing aromas of red and black fruits, licorice and black pepper are your introduction to this unique Mediterranean grape. The wine is medium weight with red and purple fruits, plums, blueberries and rose petals. It is fresh, unique, appealing, fragrant, food-friendly, soft and accessible. The tannins are light to medium weight with crisp acidity.

This elegant Pinot Noir begins with aromas of red and blue fruits alongside savory notes of sandalwood, campfire, spice and sassafras. On the palate, it is medium weight with wonderful density and concentration for the grape. Candied black cherry and plums are gorgeously integrated with wood notes and flavors such as bramble, rooibos tea and sassafras. There's a richness and viscosity here that is so enjoyable with its silky tannins and perfectly wrapped acidity coasting to a long finish.

Aromatics of blackberry, black cherry, black peppercorn and a hint of soil, along with a whiff of red fruit exuberance invite one to this elegant, medium weight Cabernet Franc. Similar flavors continue on the palate. Although there is crisp acidity, it fits perfectly with the stylish black fruits and allows the wine to straddle between foods as diverse as vegetables, white meat, cheese and red meat.

The aromas are bursting with black raspberry and macerated plum with some bittersweet chocolate. There is a tough of bark as well. The palate is medium with medium refreshing acid, with youthful tannins. Further flavors of tobacco, graphite, black currant, boysenberry. This wine becomes more joined with some air.

Fresh strawberry-raspberry and red cherry fruit are pure and clean on the nose of this ripe, yet minerally rosé. There's a little zip to keep it lively and on the palate, red cherries and plum are bright and generous. This succulent liter bottle is perfect on its own or with a myriad of foods. When you consider that you get 8 extra ounces per bottle, this really is a deal!

A lovely rose that is balanced and joyful. Aromas of raspberry, lemon and strawberry are appealing and fragrant. Medium weight and juicy with a melange of tart red berry juice, nectarine and citrus. Refreshing, clean and focused, this is an excellent value as are all the Domaine de Fenouillet wines!

Fresh powdery aromas of white raspberry and strawberry introduce this wine. The palate is a citrus-underripe raspberry combo that is consistent year-after-year. This is fresh and tart with lemon, grapefruit, lime and sweet-tart red fruits, especially strawberry. It has crisp acidity and tons of minerality. 

Lighter aromas include strawberry, watermelon, and pink grapefruit.  Juicy watermelon, peach, and pomegranate flavors are supported by fresh acid in this delicious dry rose.

Strawberry aromas with touches of herbs and grassy aromas start off the nose. Clean and fresh on the palate with candied raspberry and strawberry notes. 

This starts with classic Riesling aromas, including pear, apricot and light minerality. The palate is rich, creamy and well-balanced. Flavors of green apple, pear, and light florality come together on the off dry palate, leading to a long finish.

Clear with a very light tint of yellow. Floral and fruity on the nose, with delicate spice aromas. Crisp apple and pear flavors, with slight citrus and almond oil. Creamy midpalate, complex body and long, refreshing finish.

This is a medium weight cider that has some, but not too much sweetness. Flavors are light with apple skin, apple juice, peach, a touch of citrus and salt water taffy. It has gentle bubbles, a round, soft texture and a just-right refreshing finish.

Vibrant and enticing aromas of ripe kiwi, cherry, and subtle notes of honeysuckle.  The mouthfeel is round with delicate bubbles. A touch of almond and sweet peach linger on the finish.  

This wine is more similar to a rose than a white, but there are light tannins from the 40-60 hours of skin contact. Aromas of blood orange, burnt orange and attractive florality are present. This is medium bodied, juicy and succulent with orange, almond, hibiscus and light strawberry, peach and pomegranate.