Red Wine

Having never had a wine from Israel before, I was very surprised and happy when a friend of mine from Israel gifted me this bottle.

The 2019 Honrama Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust and expressive example of Napa Valley winemaking. This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a layered and harmonious tasting experience, showcasing a deep garnet color, pronounced aromas, and bold flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and mocha, balanced with firm tannins and

The 2018 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia is a quintessential expression of Napa Valley, blending a rich history of winemaking with a meticulous approach to crafting luxury wines. Revered by critics and collectors alike, this wine is a beacon of consistency and sophistication. With a formidable 98 points from the Cork

When exploring the nuanced world of Sonoma wines, the 2019 Gundlach Bundschu Vintage Reserve stands out as a testament to the region’s potential for crafting meticulously balanced, cellar-worthy Cabernet-driven blends. This wine combines artistry in winemaking with the distinct terroir of Sonoma to deliver an experience that wine enthusiasts will

Tuscany, a region synonymous with romantic landscapes and winemaking traditions, continues to charm wine enthusiasts with its expression of Sangiovese. The 2019 Podere Campriano Chianti Classico Riserva exemplifies this region’s expertise.

The 2019 Sunstone Founders Reserve is a Bordeaux-style blend that showcases the winemaking prowess of Brittany Rice at Sunstone Winery. Nestled in California’s picturesque Santa Ynez Valley, Sunstone has cultivated a reputation for producing wines that embody the spirit of the region while paying homage to Old World traditions.

Germany’s Baden region has long been recognized for producing wines that celebrate its unique terroir, particularly through the lens of Spätburgunder, the German term for Pinot Noir. The 2011 Weingut Stigler Freiburg Schlossberg Spätburgunder Grosses Gewächs (say that 3 times in a row), exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to

At $73, the 2020 Piedlong delivers both quality and value, as evidenced by its high ratings: a 93 from the Cork and Journey Tasting Panel and 4.2 on Vivino. For collectors and casual enthusiasts alike, this wine is approachable now but promises further rewards with cellaring through 2030.

Sonoma Coast is a revered name among wine enthusiasts for its cool-climate vineyards, and the 2022 Hartford Court Land’s Edge Vineyards Pinot Noir exemplifies why.

The 2018 Château La Haye Saint-Estèphe is a quintessential representation of the Saint-Estèphe appellation, offering an exceptional balance of finesse and power at a highly accessible price point of $25.

Santa Maria Valley in California’s Santa Barbara County is best known for producing elegant and cool-climate Pinot Noir, but the 2020 Foxen Cabernet Franc from Tinaquaic Vineyard delivers a distinctly different perspective from this cherished appellation.

From the Sonoma Coast, the 2021 Works & Days Pinot Noir from Coursey Graves reflects the cool coastal influence of its terroir, revealing an atypically robust profile for this varietal.