What We’re Drinking – Ridge Monte Bello 2014
This will continue to improve in the cellar for years to come. Drink with a very fine ribeye and an even better friend. Very Highly Recommended. 98 points.
What We’re Drinking – Silk Bush Viognier 2016
This is a pleasant quaff, and will brighten up a bucket of spicy fried chicken. Recommended. 87 points.
What We’re Drinking – Ridge Vineyards “Lytton Springs” 2015
Petite Sirah gives an anchor to Zinfandel and Carignane lifts it, altogether giving an incredibly broad spectrum of black fruits, from deep and earthy to bright, zingy, and fresh...
What We’re Drinking – Edna Valley Pinot Grigio 2016
This is a very pleasant quaff, a bit fat, easy to pair. Drink with a fried fish sandwich. Recommended. 88 points.
What We’re Drinking – 2009 Yarden Blanc de Blancs
The wine is fermented in the bottle in traditional Champagne style, then aged for five years before release. Drink to welcome the New Year, or at any time. Recommended. 88 points.
What We’re Drinking – William Hill Sauvignon Blanc
It's bright and acidic, but a little jumbled. Drink with fried chicken. Recommended. 87 points.
What We’re Drinking – 2013 Karmei Yosef Bravdo Coupage
It offers a big, chewy satisfying mouthful. Drink with brisket, because this wine is Kosher for Passover (not mevushal). Recommended. 88 points.
What We’re Drinking – Viluko Vineyards 2013 Malbec
Huge but surprisingly sophisticated and light on its feet, this Sonoma County Malbec opens with a fist but finishes with a caress. Highly Recommended. 92 points.