2006 Chateau Grand Corbin-Despagne
For wine-lovers who rarely have a chance to taste older Bordeaux vintages, this is a great experience.
Galil Mountain Winery “Yiron” Red Blend
On the palate, cherries and plums are huge, cigar box and graphite come out on the mid-palate. Drink with leg of lamb. Recommended. 88 points.
Susana Balbo “Crios” Red Blend
This is rich, full, and round, filled with black and red fruit. Drink with tira de asado. Highly Recommended. 90 points.
Sullivan Family Vineyard Couer de Vigne
This is round, soft, opulent, layered with rich, elegant fruit and other flavors. Drink with fine filet. Very Highly Recommended. 95 points.
Shafer Merlot
Smooth tannins and tart red fruit create marvelous balance and beg for locally-sourced and perfectly seared lamb chops. Very Highly Recommended. 95 points.
Alcance Gran Reserva Merlot
Rich, complex, offering a myriad of highs and lows, this would pair beautifully with peppercorn steak. Recommended. 88 points.
Ridge Estate Merlot
Bing cherry, raspberry, hints of licorice and espresso come through in a well-knit supple wine. Drink with seared duck breast. Highly Recommended. 92 points.
