GUINIGI

Wine Reviews

93

Bread & Butter 2024 Pinot Grigio, CA ($15)

Jasmine and ginger season notes of pineapple and lime rind. Perky acidity refreshes, while stone fruit softens the linear mineral notes on the finish. Lovely!

94

Chalone 2024 Estate Pinot Noir, Chalone AVA, Monterey County ($40)

Rose petals glaze over Morello cherries with a gelée seasoned with cinnamon and savory, meaty aspic. Hints of Bay leaves and umami center on the palate, with a satin-lined mouthfeel.

92

Charles Woodson’s 2023 Intercept Pinot Noir, Monterey County ($20)

Aged with 15-20% new oak, this bold and concentrated red delivers notes of soil, raspberries, and ripe black currants. Tannins are silky, with a lining of white pepper. Sandalwood is seasoned with sweet tobacco on the long finish.

92

Cigar Box 2024 Pinot Noir, Leyda Valley, Chile ($15)

Rich notes of black cherry and campfire smoke follow a silky path across the palate. Juicy, fresh, and adorned with dark chocolate cranberries. A treat.

96

Clarice 2024 Pinot Noir, Rosella’s Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County ($98)

Adam Lee’s stunner greets the palate with bright cherry and red beets that simultaneously perfume and flavor. Spiced mulberry, cinnamon, and vanilla-lined rose petals charm. With a medium weight, the persistent attention to texture is aided by a fine acid structure. It finishes with generous, silky red fruit.

90

Cloud Break 2023 “Black Cloud” Red Blend, CA ($10)

A stormy red, its billowy tannins looming alongside espresso, licorice-coasted black currant, and swirling with dark chocolate intensity.

90

Costa do Sol NV Vinho Verde, Portugal ($12)

A fizzy, refreshing stainless steel Vinho Branco that opens with grassy notes. Kiwi, lime, and aprocit brighten on the finish.

88

Cotillion 2023 Pinot Noir, Tri-County, California ($10)

Cinnamon and clove mingle with vanilla and wild strawberry. The dance is inspired by earthy tones and high-toned acidity.