GUINIGI

Wine Reviews

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Decoded 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley ($29)

Lemon drop whets the palate, tart and precise. A hint of thyme and cut grass are anchored by searing acidity. A salty sea breeze rushes in, clinging to notes of crushed stone.

98

Delectus 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bear Crossing, Atlas Peak, Napa Valley ($165)

Sage, mint, espresso, and graphite team up for a concentrated, textural furry plushness. Cocoa dusts the palate and blackberries reach deep into the wine’s intensity; wildly powerful, with a poetic soul.

93

DeLoach Vineyards 2025 Pinot Gris, CA ($16)

Sourced from CSWA-certified sustainable vineyards in the Clarksburg Delta and fermented and aged in stainless steel, without ML. With a focused, saline mineral base, this delicate white shines with bright acidity. Honeyed pears, jasmine, lemon ice, and green tea are delivered with grace.

94

Domaine Della 2023 Pinot Noir, Earl Stephens Vineyard, Russian River Valley ($90)

A spicy beginning showcases cinnamon stick and white pepper seasoning dried rose petals, red tea, tomato leaf, and tart cherries. Frisky acidity maintains freshness.

95

Domaine Della 2023 Pinot Noir, Graham Family Vineyard, Russian River Valley ($90)

A twist of red licorice and rose petals are suspended in an almost weightless mouthfeel. Delicate with intention, this is a focused Pinot Noir, its character lifted by fine acidity. Gracious and outgoing, with exotic spices of cumin, paprika, and incense.

95

Dylan’s Ghost 2023 Proprietary Red, Hell Hollow, Napa Valley ($105)

Chewy and meaty, with dark, expressive, brambly blackberries and bittersweet dark chocolate. Powered by new leather, baking spices, sweet soil, and firm tannins, one doesn’t have to travel to the depths of hell to enjoy this heavenly red.

92

Eccentric 2024 Epic Cabernet Sauvignon, Argentina ($15)

Dynamic notes of ripe black cherry, blueberry, and vanilla sandalwood take form. Plush tannins are a textural delight.

91

Eccentric 2025 Chardonnay, Argentina ($11)

Sweet peach, honeysuckle, and pineapple are profound and vivid flavors: awe-inspiring for such a value-driven wine.