lasseter amoureux

The Wine of the Week
by Amy Reiley

amy reiley2008 Lasseter Family Winery Amoureux
The 2008 is blended from a base of Malbec with 26 per cent Cabernet Sauvignon, 5 per cent Merlot and 3 per cent Cabernet Franc. On the nose it offers ripe aromas of blueberries, blackberries and currants with just a whiff of baking spice… Read the full review at Gayot.com

Wilson Creek Decadencia

The Wine of the Week
by Amy Reiley

amy reileyWilson Creek Winery & Vineyards Decadencia (dessert wine)
Its aromas boast many of the classic cherry and berry Zinfandel notes along with heavier aromas of chocolate and espresso. Although it is sweet on the palate, there is a backbone of berry acidity to add structure… Read the full review at Gayot.com

charles krug family reserve generations

The Wine of the Week
by Amy Reiley

amy reiley2008 Charles Krug Family Reserve Generations
The 2008 Family Reserve Generations is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. On the nose, it offers cherry, bramble, roasted nut and an earthy, black truffle note… Read the full review at Gayot.com

Belle Gloss Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir

The Wine of the Week
by Amy Reiley

amy reiley2009 Belle Glos Clark & Telegraph Vineyard Pinot Noir
On the nose, the 2009 offers feminine, floral notes interwoven with berry and baking spice. Offering a burst of flavor when it hits the mouth, it is a wine for those who like their Pinot Noir “big.”… Read the full review at Gayot.com

Andis Wines Petite Sirah

The Wine of the Week
by Amy Reiley

amy reiley2009 Andis Wines Petite Sirah
The 2009 Petite Sirah is made with the addition of 20 per cent Syrah to brighten the finish. On the nose, it offers aromas of blackberry, black plum and leather… Read the full review at Gayot.com