Wine Review Articles

Treixadura from Ribeiro in Galicia
Posted on February 25 2021
Treixadura is a delicate white grape grown mostly in the Ribeiro region of Galicia and in northern Portugal where it’s called Trajadura and is often a component of Vinho Verde. It’s often used in blends where it contributes fresh aromas … Continue reading →

High Value Wines from the Southern Cone
Posted on February 17 2021
Argentina and Chile arguably produce the world’s best value wines priced at $10-$20. Argentina has, of course, become famous for its Malbec, and Chile for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. [Chile has more plantings of Cabernet than the US … Continue reading →

Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Excellent 2018 Vintage
Posted on February 12 2021
Northern California’s 2018 vintage was typical of vintages two decades ago. Summer temperatures were moderate, and harvest was 2-3 weeks later than recent years with long, slow maturation. As a result, the 2018 vintage wines are phenolically ripe and superbly … Continue reading →

Paul Lato Wines: Artisanal Winemaking at its Best
Posted on February 3 2021
Paul Lato is one of Santa Barbara’s finest artisanal winemakers. Since 2002, he has been crafting outstanding wines from grapes sourced from some of the finest vineyards in Santa Barbara County. To his good fortune, Paul was discovered early in … Continue reading →

The Organic Wines of BARRA of Mendocino
Posted on February 3 2021
The son of grape growing, Italian immigrants from the Piedmont, Charlie Barra purchased 175 acres of vineyard land in Redwood Valley at the headwaters of the Russian River in the rolling foothills of Mendocino County [see map below] in 1955. … Continue reading →