All AMERICAN WINES • WINE SELECTIONS excellent example of what good grape growing , blending and patience can produce . ($ 24.95 )
( 93 ) Etude Rosé North Canyon Vineyard 2018 ( CA ). Primarily pinot noir , this lively and supple , brightly salmon-colored rosé from Santa Barbara is a refreshing blend of various fruit signatures on the nose and palate . Beautifully structured and balanced , it finishes with a long , balanced and lingering finish . ($ 22 )
( 93 ) Dr . Konstantin Frank Grüner Veltliner 2017 ( NY ). Usually known as one of Austria ’ s iconic grape varieties , this Grüner Veltliner is an example of skilled and thoughtful grape growing and winemaking . Plenty of citrus and stone fruit characteristics float up to the nose , and please the palate . Supple , bright and exceptionally versatile , this wine should be on every shelf and wine list . ($ 14.99 )
( 93 ) Vista Reserve Cab 2017 ( CA ). Inviting red cherry and currant jam aromas complement notes of vanilla and caramel in this Napa Valley cab . Chewy tannins frame bright cherry and berry flavors that carry through the long , smooth finish . ($ 29.99 )
( 93 ) 1858 Cabernet Sauvignon Paso 2017 ( CA ). This Paso Robles wine is chock full of dark , black fruits , baking spice , hints of vanilla , and silky tannins , with a terrific balance and a finish that seems to go on for minutes . One of the most versatile cabernets , which shows off the iconic pedigree behind this wine . ($ 34.99 )
( 93 ) Kendall Jackson Chard Winemakers Block 2018 ( CA ). The nose on this wine explodes with freshly baked apple pie and caramelized Bartlett pears . Cinnamon , nutmeg and butterscotch give this wine an enticing appeal . Truly , another classic from one of the icons of the region . ($ 17.99 )
( 93 ) Sonoma Loeb Chardonnay Sonoma County 2017 ( CA ). Incredibly balanced , this Sonoma County chardonnay starts with an enticing nose of perfectly ripe apples and pears , with a backdrop of white flowers . On the palate , the wine is medium-bodied and boasts great acidity , fruit and butterscotch , with just enough oak to hold it all together . Exactly what you want from a great chardonnay . ($ 27.99 )
( 93 ) Boundy Breaks Vineyard Riesling No . 239 2017 ( NY ). This Finger Lakes wine has a nose that is dense with fruit-forward aromas of yellow grapefruit , freshly squeezed lime , white peach and orange blossom . The palate off ers flavors of grapefruit , orange blossom and hints of white peaches in the background . This wine finishes pleasantly dry , with a crack of acidity underpinned by notes of granite minerality . ($ 19.99 )
( 92 ) Midnight Cellars Chardonnay 2017 ( CA ). A perfectly balanced chardonnay from Paso Robles . Just enough oak . Spice laced with citrus and pear . It is very versatile . Sip or pair it with chicken florentine . Distributed by Vine Importers , LLC . ($ 17.95 )
( 92 ) Millbrook Proprietor ’ s Reserve Tocai Friulano 2018 ( NY ). Lovers of pinot grigio and falanghina should try this tasty white from the Hudson Valley in NY . Not too dry , not too sweet . Refreshing aromas and flavors of pear , citrus and kiwi make this a versatile treat with apps , salads , fish and Asian cuisine . ($ 15 )
( 92 ) Pedernales Viognier 2017 ( TX ). Great floral bouquet dominates this High Plains blend . Sourced from two of the best vineyard designates , and then blended for a perfect match . Lighter style , with soft fruit notes . The ‘ chardonnay ’ of Texas . Great as an aperitif , but better with Southwestern cuisine . ($ 21.99 )
( 92 ) Valravn Cabernet 2017 ( CA ). At under $ 25 , the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is velvety and opulent without any hard edges . ($ 19.99 )
( 92 ) Soter Planet Oregon Pinot Noir 2017 ( OR ). 100 % Willamette Valley . Aged in previously used oak barrels to impart richness without adding oak flavor . This wine explodes from the glass with loads of raspberry , strawberry and rhubarb notes all backed up by vibrant acidity . ($ 18.99 )
( 92 ) Tamarack Cellars Firehouse Red ( WA ). A very interesting Columbia Valley blend of several red grape varieties . An attractive saturated red in the glass . The nose is a combination of dark red fruit , with hints of toast and spice . Elegant on the palate , with lush fruit and spice , and a velvety texture . ($ 19.99 )
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ABC Fine Wines & Spirits Orlando , FL Brad Lewis Director of Wine Sales
ABC Fine Wines & Spirits Stuart , FL Josh Beerman
Andina Restaurant / Pearl Wine Shop Portland , OR Ken Collura Director / Sommelier
Atlantic Liquors Rehoboth Beach , DE John Driscoll Wine Manager
Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits Annapolis , MD Phil Altherr , GM Katie Harper , Wine Sales
Berbiglia Wine & Spirits Kansas City , MO Ralph J . Bondon Vice President / Owner
Beverages & more ! Concord , CA Wilfred Wong E-Commerce Cellar Master
Bocanova Oakland , CA Gerardo Acevedo-Vanni GM / Sommelier
Bottle Bargains Northport , NY Ryan Armstrong Store Manager
Bottle King Liquors Livingston , NJ Steve Carpentier General Manager
Bowery & Vine Wine & Spirits New York , NY Bill Beard Manager
Brown Derby Stores Springfield , MO John Riley Retail Fine Wine Buyer
BTG Wine Bar Salt Lake City , UT Louis Koppel Sommelier
Bullfrog Wine and Spirits Fort Collins , CO Chuck Carlson GM / Certified Sommelier
Cordially Yours Wine and Spirits Depew , NY Jeannine Babcock Director Wine & Spirits
Cotuit Liquors Marston Mills , MA Dan O ’ Brien President
Crestwood Liquors Coventry , RI Matthew A . Reay VP Marketing / Merch .
Flute New York , NY Herve Rousseau Owner
The Fridge Liquor Manhattan , KS Wine Buyer
Frugal MacDoogal ’ s Nashville , TN Jenni McCray Assistant Wine and Events Manager
Great Domains & Estates Windsor , CA Larry LaScola General Manager
Hakkasan Group London , England Christine Parkinson Group Head of Wine
Happy Harry ’ s Bottle Shop Grand Forks , ND Dustin Mitzel General Manager
Haskell ’ s Minnetonka , MN Ted Farrell President
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