Michael Chelus

9.0

Cherry, raspberry, violet, blackberry, currant, mossy earth and oak. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 7 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.3

Cherry cola, vanilla, raspberry preserves, blackberry, eucalyptus and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 10 months ago

"Odedi"

9.1

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

A very pretty color of ruby, with a wide reddish rim.

Strong nose of red and blue fruits with light wood, wild flowers, spices and chocolates.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate and fruit forward with cherries, blueberries, currants, plums, light oak, licorice, chocolates, peppercorn, herbs, light earth and spices.

Nice finish with fine grained tannins and tangy pomegranates.

This is a very interesting Cabernet Sauvignon from Arizona. Feels like a Californian Merlot with a Bordeaux twist. Spicy and entertaining.

This 5 year old is showing nice complexity with a smooth mouthfeel. Tangy and interesting. Good by itself as a sipping wine.

Good right out of the bottle ,and changes every 15 minutes in the decanter. Loved it.

I paired it with a Baked Brie cheese and crackers.

15.2% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$60. — 2 years ago

Dimes

9.0

When did Arizona step into and simultaneously become hood at the wine game?? — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Dark purple in color with a wide purplish rim.

Fruity nose of blueberries, black plums, cooked cherries, earth, light oak, spices, chocolates, coffee, licorice, light vanilla, black pepper and light barnyard.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with red currants, cooked plums, cherries, raspberries, light oak, licorice, olives, spices, coffee and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with soft tannins and tangy cranberries.

This is a very interesting Northern Rhône style red from Arizona. A good quality wine. Showing nice complexity on the nose. Spicy, tangy and interesting.

Nicely balanced with more red fruits than I expected. Showing mild complexity with a nice soft mouthfeel.

Good right out of the bottle and better with food.

I paired it with cheeses and crackers.

14.1% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$37. — 5 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Cherry, raspberry preserves, blackberry, vanilla, oak and hints of stewed fruit. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 8 months ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Aridus Vineyards Malvasia Bianca 2023, Arizona

Light golden in color.

Fruity nose of citrus, mangoes, lichee, yellow apples and honey.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Off dry on the palate with melons, pineapples, apples, pears, light herbs, mangoes, honeydew, light spices and light butterscotch.

Nice finish with tropical fruits and spices.

This is such a fun wine to drink. Rich and fruit forward. Nicely balanced, with enough acidity to balance the sugars. Refreshing with nice complexity.

Easy drinking and dangerously good. I couldn't stop drinking it.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and a good party wine too.

100% Malvasia Bianca grapes were picked at night, and aged in stainless steel vats. A small production of 5,000 bottles.

10.1% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$40. — a year ago

Michael Chelus

9.2

Black cherry, raspberry preserves, cassis, vanilla, mossy earth and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 3 years ago

Dimes

9.0

Never knew Arizona made good wine — 4 years ago

David Shaw

8.9

67/14/13/5/1 blend of Dolcetto, Montepulciano, Aglianico, Graciano and Lemberger. Garnet red, light to moderately extracted pigment. Rounded, soft mouthfeel. The Dolcetto dominates to my palate, but a bit of research suggests a hint of licorice flavor and maybe black cherry from the Dolcetto, plum from the Montepulciano and Aglianico, a hint of cocoa or chocolate from the Aglianico. Decent, good acidity, some tannins on finish, good value. Better than many comparable Italian imports. Love that screw cap too! 1055 cases made. No AVA or vineyard designation on label, just “American”. Winery tasting notes also mention orange peel notes and “dusty tannins”; barrel smoke emerges after a couple of hours. — 6 years ago

Michael Chelus

8.9

Apple, pear, lemongrass, white peach and orange zest. Good acidity and balance. — 7 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Black cherry, raspberry, currant, blackberry, dark chocolate and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 9 months ago

"Odedi"

9.2

Aridus Wine Company Limited Production Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Arizona

Light yellow in color.

Nose of citrus, red and yellow apples, pears, Mediterranean spices, light minerals and white pepper.

Full-bodied with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with limes, apples, pears, melons, sea salt, light earth, herbs and spices.

Long finish with lemons and light herbs.

This is a delicious Sauvignon Blanc from Arizona. Elegant and rich. Complex and interesting. Tangy and spicy.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 30 minutes of airtime. Better when not too cold.

I've had a few vintages of this wine, and this is my favorite so far.

Not a typical New World Sauvignon Blanc, which is nice to see. A great sipping wine, refreshing and easy drinking.

A blend of 89% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Malvasia Bianca and 1% Muscat.

13.4% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$40. — 9 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.0

Apple, quince, lemon candy, honeydew melon and hints of peach. Great acidity and minerality. — 3 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Lemon in color with a green tint.

Strong nose of citrus, green and red apples, spices, light pineapples, lemons and light grapefruits.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with limes, lemons, apples and grapefruit juice.

Tangy finish with spices and limes.

This is a delicious Sauvignon Blanc from Arizona. Nicely balanced with nice complexity. Fruit forward, refreshing and rich.

I had the 2019 vintage sometime earlier this year. This 2020 vintage is much better for me.

Good by itself as a sipping wine. I had it with cheeses and crackers by the lake.

12.6% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$28. — 5 years ago

Michael Chelus

8.9

Black cherry, cassis, raspberry, vanilla, licorice and oak. Great structure and well-integrated tannins. — 7 years ago