NV Piper Sonoma Select Cuvée Brut

Becky Sue Epstein
Wine Reviews
1 min read
While it’s always best to drink non-vintage sparkling wines within a year or two of release, I have a feeling this bottle was lost on a store shelf somewhere before I bought it – but it turned out to be wonderful. While recognizably slightly more aged than I expected, the

Vie Mélange Maison I

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Rhone-style blend, strong on the Syrah, explodes on the nose with a blast of raspberry and crisp beef fat. Savory and juicy on the palate, raspberry, crisp fat, pencil lead, and thyme knit smoothly together. Firm tannins and bright acidity call for crispy pork belly. Highly Recommended. 91 points. DBH

Cornerstone Cellars Benchlands Cabernet Sauvignon

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Rich fruit aromas rise from the glass, cassis, plums, and black cherry, with a hint of tomato leaf and dry herbs. Black cherry  and blueberry pie, pencil lead, and unsweetened chocolate explode on a rich, voluptuous palate. Tannins are silky, fruits extracted, oak giving strong support without overwhelming. This is

Dutton Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
The palate is tart and fresh, with cranberry, rhubarb, and wild strawberry. Some forest floor and dry herbs add layers. It is racy and fruity, and just a bit rough around the edges. Drink with wild boar sausage. Recommended. 88 points. DBH WHO: Dutton Goldfield WHAT: Pinot Noir WHEN: 2016