GUINIGI

Wine Reviews

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Bread & Butter 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, California ($16)

Scents of honeydew, key lime, and papaya kick things off in bold, blithesome fashion. The palate’s likewise lighthearted and snappy, with an ample squeeze of grapefruit and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for oomph.

90

Bread & Butter Prosecco DOC, Italy ($16)

Made with Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio as well as Glera, this Prosecco pops with notes of ripe yellow apple and pear as well as a splash of kiwi. Citrusy acidity enhances the clean, sleek mouthfeel.

89

Bread & Butter Red, Napa, CA ($16)

A blend of Merlot, with Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon that exhibits smoky cedar, dark chocolate, and black olive. Ripe plum sweetens the savory trail and is surrounded by black pepper. Robust and expressive.

90

Brick & Cole 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, California ($12)

Sandalwood-washed blackberries are savory, with added notes of soy sauce, cigar leaf, and roasted coffee. A satisfying finish of oak and dark chocolate.

96

Brooks Note 2022 Pinot Noir, Panther Ridge, Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County ($68)

A brilliant expression of fruit and flora. Blueberry and dusty roses are seasoned with garden herbs. The aromas of roses and just-picked cherries linger with each juicy sip. Silky and elegant with a coat of fennel and clove on the finish.

93

Brooks Note 2023 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County ($45)

Pomegranate laced with allspice and heather resonates on entry. Sparked with white pepper, the liquid is snappy and fresh. Notes of cola are lifted by a racy acidity.

95

Brown Estate 2022 Zinfandel, Napa Valley ($50)

Brown-sugared cedar and ripe cherries broadcast an elegant style. White pepper seasons brushy notes of heather and red beets. Blackberry and espresso are matched mid-point, juicy and dramatic.

93

Brown Estate Chaos Theory Red, Napa Valley ($40)

Mulberry, heather, and sarsaparilla are uniquely joined in this plush blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. Notes of cardamom, cinnamon stick, chocolate-raspberry cake are dreamy. Vivid acid structure is within a frame of spiced, dried spring flowers and plum liqueur.