Randy Fuller

9.4

The wine has a rich ruby color. The nose is all about ripe, red fruit. Strawberry, cherry, plum, and blueberry notes abound, all very fresh due to the tank aging. On the palate, we find those fruits repeated, except with a dressing of earthy minerals on them. The tannins are semi-firm and the acidity is bright. This wine will take a chill well, and will be a great pairing with backyard barbecues this summer. — 7 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine is a rich salmon color, with a nice clarity. The nose features cherries, strawberries, a hint of lemon and stone fruit, and a light minerality. Flavors of fruit dominate the palate. Cherry, pear, apricot, lemon, and tangerine all play together. There is a subtle salinity running through the sip. The medium finish is fruity and the acidity is fresh but not racy. I had it with shrimp scampi, and it worked out just fine. — 15 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is cloudy in appearance with a peach-like tint to it. The nose is complex, with notes of watermelon rind, pineapple, green apple, and citrus. The palate is savory and tart. There are flavors of sour cherry, apricot, Meyer lemon, and pineapple juice. A cloak of salinity wraps around the flavor package. This is one of the more interesting wines I’ve tasted lately. I don’t know if it’s for everyone, but it is for me. I would like to pair it with a shrimp salad or even have it with an eggs-and-sausage brunch. Breakfast, even, if you don’t have to go to work. — 24 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is a pale yellow, with some light frizzante showing on the sides of the glass. The nose shows a floral aspect, with notes of apricot, mango, lemon, and lanolin. The palate is just as complex, with citrus minerality, salinity, and a nutty flavor. The acidity is middling, but on the brighter side of it. The wine finishes long and savory. It will be a nice pair with shrimp or crab. — 9 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.5

This wine is a medium-dark ruby color in the glass. The nose is fully dark, showing plum, blackberry, sour cherry, and anise aromas. The palate is a shocker. I had never had a wine made from the Mondeuse grape, and I was taken aback. Those dark fruits are noticeable, but they appear alongside a massive minerality. The earthy tone of this wine takes no prisoners. I would say it’s like a brawny Pinot Noir, but that doesn’t do it justice. Maybe a Pinot Noir blended with Syrah, except we know that never happens. Right? This wine is an experience, one for which you should brace yourself. — 13 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

The 2025 Pinot Grigio is from the VignetI delle Dolomiti IGT, in the Dolomite Mountains. The term ventessa is described as a delicate wind that blows through the Alpine vineyards. The grapes are sustainably farmed and the wine is vegan and gluten free. Alcohol for both the white and the rosé versions are very low, at 9% abv and they retail for $11.

This white wine has a pale straw tint in the glass. It's very clear. The nose is fruity and floral, the way you expect a Pinot Grigio to smell. The palate shows stone fruit, hints of citrus, and a note of minerality. It's not terribly complex, but it is tasty. Pair it with salads, seafood, or just sip it.

The 2025 Mezzacorona Ventessa Rosé is also made from Pinot Grigio, just with more skin contact for the pink color. It shows more red fruit notes, but stays pretty much in the same lane of the white wine. — a month ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

This wine colors up in a light straw tint, and it’s a little cloudy. The nose offers minerals and various types of citrus aromas, like lime, orange, and lemon. A strong note of apricot and peach also appears. The palate has stone fruit, citrus, and a good streak of salinity. That savory edge lasts through the rather lengthy finish, while the acidity is brisk. This is a nice wine as an aperitif, but it also pairs well with a spicy shrimp dish. — 12 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine has a greenish gold tint in the glass. The nose offers plenty of minerality, from wet sidewalk to limes. The palate is similarly blessed with savory salinity as well as a racy acidity. Notes of pear, stone fruit and Meyer lemon also appear, but are more subdued. The finish is quite long and tart. Pair with shrimp or crab, or simply enjoy a sip or two. It’s a delicious wine. — 16 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine has a light orange color, owing to the skin contact with the white grapes from which it’s made. The nose is almost all citrus, mainly tangerine and lemon, with some spice thrown in for good measure. The palate is a delight. Apricot, citrus, and a bit of fancy teabag flavors are in the mix. I notice the reviews for it are less than enthusiastic, but I'll stamp my foot in favor of it. — 21 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine is dark ruby in the glass. The nose shows black cherry, plum, and some spice. On the palate, fruit is forward with an earthy minerality following. The tannins are smooth, and the finish is long, with dark berries being the predominant flavor. I used this one for a pasta sauce, but it would pair quite well with any beef or pork dish. — a month ago