PORTLANDIA Pinot Gris Willamette Valley 2019 $18 (89 points)
A festive white, with succulent melon and floral apricot flavors that finish with a lively snap. Drink now.
A festive white, with succulent melon and floral apricot flavors that finish with a lively snap. Drink now.
This red combines cherry, menthol, tobacco and sweet spice flavors with a viscous texture. A dense framework of tannins provides support as this winds down on the finish. Best from 2023 through 2040.
This charming, juicy white starts off fragrant and floral, with hints of lanolin and beeswax to balance the crisp lime zest, pear and apricot flavors. Pinot Gris, Muscat Canelli, Palomino, Chardonnay, Viognier, Marsanne and Gewürztraminer. Drink now.
Cabernet Franc adds structure and refinement to this lovely, dry pink, which offers orange peel, watermelon and apricot accents. Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Drink now.
This big, rich red is filled with voluptuous dark plum, blackberry and dark currant flavors that are framed by medium-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Chocolate and Asian spice notes linger on the creamy finish. Drink now through 2025.
A broad, layered red, delivering currant, Kalamata olive and mocha notes interlaced with anise, sweet spice and floral details. Herb accents sail along the tannic finish. Kosher. Drink now through 2023.
Aromatic and succulent, with highlights of fresh lemongrass, thyme and chive flower complementing the juicy pomelo, pear and Meyer lemon flavors at the core. A whiff of lanolin and saline adds a savory thread, showing terrific harmony and complexity on…