Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine pours up in an orange salmon color, almost copper. The nose gives nice aromas of cherry, raspberry, and a slice of citrus minerality. The palate is full and creamy, thanks to the six months aging on the lees. The red fruit is a bit tart and a sneaky citrus note makes an appearance. The salinity lasts into the finish. This is not a pinky from the south of France. It’s darker and bolder. — 4 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is extremely dark in color, almost black. Aromas of blackberry, plum, and cassis dominate the nose, with a peppery note also in play. Cedar and vanilla are present, too. The cork, in fact, is one of the most aromatic corks I have ever sniffed. Black fruit defines the palate. Earthy mineral tones give the wine a savory aspect. Tannins are bold, even after decanting. Pair it with a robust meat, like lamb or game. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is medium dark ruby in the glass. The nose features dark notes of black cherry, plum, cassis, and a hint of eucalyptus. The palate is dark as well, with cherry, raspberry, and some oak spice to liven it up a bit. The tannins are firm without stinging, and the acidity is lively. Meaty pasta dishes are an easy pairing idea. It’s a great wine for a pizza, and you can use it with barbecue, if you like. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine has a beautiful coral color in the clear bottle and the glass. The nose is lovely, with lemon and cherry aromas leading the way. The palate offers a very nice bit of acidity, along with a flavor profile which includes citrus, raspberry, black cherry, herbs, and sour gummy candy. The finish is savory and medium in length. It’s a very food-friendly wine, with fresh acidity and a fruity profile. I would love to have this with pork, salmon, chicken, or just about any kind of sandwich. — 2 months ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

This wine has a clean, golden straw color. The nose gives a rather faint aroma of stone fruit and citrus minerality. There is a distinct salinity in the smell, no doubt owing to the nearby ocean. The palate is fresh and lemony, with a gentle acidity. The finish is medium in length and carries with it a nutty aftertaste.
— 8 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This is a red wine, but it is orange in the glass, and it pours up with a healthy white foam that dissipates rather quickly. The nose is very earthy and unlike most other Lambruscos I have tasted. The aromas center on citrus, apricot, and herbal notes, with a yeasty twist. The flavors are quite earthy, too, and not at all what I would expect from a red wine, even one that’s orange. Minerality plays a leading role here, with stone fruit and cherry notes following. — 16 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

This wine has a beautiful, rich salmon color, and great clarity. The nose is subtle, but it shows hints of strawberry, cherry, peach and citrus. The palate displays a medium acidity and feels crisp and refreshing in the mouth. Red fruit dominates the flavor profile, yet the complexity leaves something to be desired. For the $5 price, it’s hard to complain about a wine that tastes good, but I do wish there was more to think about while sipping it. By the pool? Certainly. With a pasta salad? Go for it. I roasted some walnuts while sipping it, and the wine paired well with them. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine is dark ruby in the glass. The nose carries rich notes of cherry, strawberry, and cassis. A savory angle joins the fruit and presents a more complex bouquet. The palate brings similar dark fruit flavors, along with some clove, anise and oak spice. The tannins are firm, yet the sip is elegant and smooth. Pair this with any sort of meat or cheese. — 13 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This dependable rosé is a rich, pink salmon color, with a mineral-laden nose featuring lemon, strawberry, and cherry aromas. The palate is dry, fruity and laced with minerals. A good level of acidity provides for excellent food pairing and a refreshing demeanor on its own. There’s a touch of orange peel on the finish. The wine is a great chilled sipper, but also pairs well with spring salads, summer grilling, or paella, if you're up to it. — 24 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine has a beautiful golden tint in the glass, which in a young wine might suggest some oak treatment. That is not apparent on the nose or palate here, though. The clarity is exceptional. The somewhat subdued nose gives hints of pear, citrus, and honeydew melon. Minerality does not show in the aroma package, but it does in the flavor profile. The sip has more plentiful notes of lemon, apricot, peach, and a very nice level of acidity. The fruit carries over in a lengthy finish. This is a great sipper, but pair it with shrimp or a tomato sandwich.
— a month ago