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Wine Reviews

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Hologram 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley ($21)

Ethereal mouthfeel, with sugared lime rind, honeycomb, and a stony frame.

93

Infamous Goose 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand ($19)

Jasmine and green tea adorn pink grapefruit and salty pineapple. Glistening acidity lights up the wine’s crisp, floral, and pure attributes.

93

Interpretation 2023 Red Blend Appellation Series, Napa Valley ($28)

Concentrated, with sturdy tannins. Black currant weaves through graphite and espresso. Energetic and inviting.

93

Interpretation 2023 Red Blend, Napa Valley ($28)

Our take on this dynamic, aromatic red is a profile of pure luxury. Sleek, refined tannins unite with an array of floral tones and blue fruit.

91

Introvert 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand ($17)

High-powered aromatics sing from the glass in a soprano voice. Basil, chervil, dill, and lime converge as grassy notes meld with gooseberry. Salted minerality creates a sleek texture.

95

J. Lohr 2023 Carol’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, Napa Valley ($60)

A love letter to Jerry Lohr’s wife, this vintage shows opulence with a powerful presence. Adding to its character is some tension, deepening on mid-palate. Black tea, licorice, blackberries, and dried herbs add complexity and style.

92

J. Lohr 2024 Arroyo Vista Chardonnay, Arroyo Seco, Monterey ($25)

Spiced apples and pears are sparked by a stony mineral tone. Leesy and fresh, with a crisp finish of Key lime pie.

93

J. Wilkes 2022 Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County ($35)

Full-bodied, rich, and seductive. Fine acidity reins in cinnamon crème brûlée and pear tart. A luxurious finish of lemon verbena lingers.