What makes the 2016 Negroamaro intriguing, though, is its herbaceous aromas: roasted garlic, stewed tomatoes and bell peppers, and toasted thyme almost make the contents of the glass a full Italian dinner in itself.
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Leoness Cellars 2016 VS Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2016 VS Cabernet Sauvignon is a lighter take on the signature Bordeaux varietal. Where many New World Cab Sauvs are heavy on chocolate and tobacco notes, this version features fruit notes much more prominently.
Europa Village 2016 Bolero Garnacha
Don’t let that pale color fool you, this Garnacha explodes with aromatic intensity. Temecula’s long, hot, sunny growing season allows these grapes to fully ripen and develop aromas of jammy raspberry, candied cherry, and strawberry coulis.
Masia de la Vinya 2015 Tempranillo
Ripe red fruit shows prominently, dominated by red cherries…with unmistakable aromas of woody cedar and smoke,…farmyard (brett), turned earth, and savory truffle.
Avensole 2015 Enchanté
As with the nose, in the 2015 Enchanté oak flavors lead. Vanilla and woody cedar are most prominent, with undertones of nutmeg and clove.
Vindemia 2015 More Cowbell
Vindemia Winery’s 2015 More Cowbell is already a deliciously mature wine. But for the discerning collector who can resist temptation, it could continue aging in the bottle for at least another 5-10 years.
South Coast Winery 2018 Chardonnay Sans Chêne
There is a strong duality of tropical fruit and citrus. Pineapple and guava meld with lemon zest. These combine with undertones of honeysuckle, elderflower, pear, and green apple. Subtle hints of nectarine on the finish.
Akash 2018 Parlez-Vous Rosé
Lemon juice and tart raspberry are strong at first sip, followed by red plum common in Zinfandels. Green apple, green grape, and young pineapple follow.
Mount Palomar 2016 Velluto
Putting nose to glass, there’s a blast of bread dough from aging sur lie. Aromas of lemon, mango, and pineapple waft in, along with green pear and petrol
Peltzer 2017 Sangiovese
Peltzer’s wines are to taste as Peltzer Winery is to its ambiance: relaxed and casual. The Sangiovese is a fairly straightforward, easy-to-enjoy wine.