recommended

2010 Cornerstone Pinot Noir

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
The nose is earthy and rich, showing black cherry and loam. Rich and Burgundian, this has so much going for it. Flavors fly from fruit to umami, earth to high-flying freshness, all with a cola background, underlying hints of smoke, and a smooth, silky mouth-feel. It's a terrific food wine, Read More

2012 Rodney Strong Pinot Noir

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Dry, tart fruits and layers of flavors, in search of good food for pairing. The nose shows sherry stones, birch beer, and cranberry. Loads of red fruits, cherries, cranberries, and pomegranate, dry and tart. Tannins aren't overpowering, but clearly present, with a gentle but solid grip. Subtle undertones of licorice Read More

2012 Giant Steps Pinot Noir

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Cherries, cola, and dried strawberries show on the nose. Cherries and pomegranate are joined by pencil lead and sage. A root beer flavor comes out on the mid-palate. Tannins are gentle, acids are bright. This is light and fresh, a wine that will complement, rather than compete with, food. Drink Read More

2012 Innocent Bystander Pinot Gris

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
The nose shows lime, apple, and white flowers. The palate shows the full, round mouth-feel you hope to find in a Pinot Gris. Peaches and white flowers lead, with very light flavors of sweet lime on the finish. Drink with fresh-caught trout. Recommended. 87 points. WHO: Innocent Bystander WHAT: Pinot Read More

2010 Ceja Chardonnay

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Interesting and elusive nose, first mango, then apple, then a melange of tropical fruit, all with butter in the background. The palate is all tropical fruits, mango and fried plantain, baked pineapple and butter. Mouth-feel is smooth, round, with just a hint of zingy freshness. Drink with a Cobb Salad. Read More

2011 StickyBeak Chardonnay

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
The aromas of apples and pears baking in a pie waft up from the glass. This is pillow-soft on the palate. All the flavors are just as soft, showing baked fruit, cantaloupe, butter and a bit of vanilla. The finish lingers quite a while. Drink with fried catfish and coleslaw. Read More