Michael Shaps

Monticello Petit Manseng 2022

9.3

Pristine balance - A deft touch in tempering acid and monitoring sugars. This version was very oriented towards a broader spectrum of entrées. In other words, the big fruit acids were lowered, and the intense sugary mouth feel was more elegant. — 18 hours ago

Veritas Vineyard

Claret Monticello Merlot Blend

Elizabeth Daugherty

9.0

Year - 2023 — 2 months ago

North Gate Vineyard

Chardonnay 2017

Ron from VA

9.0

Clean, beautiful fruit from Wild Meadow (think M.Shaps)… holding up nicely after eight years… Although the acid has weighed enough to make it difficult for cream based pairing options — 3 months ago

Pollak Vineyards

Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Ron from VA

9.0

What a joy it is to collect and sample the emerging character profile of Virginia CS. What a fine example from a solid microsite in Afton. — 18 hours ago

Linden

Petit Verdot 2014

Laura Purdy

9.1

Happy VA Wine Month! Linden continues to set the bar high for VA wine. — 2 months ago

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Barboursville Vineyards

Reserve Sangiovese 2017

Ron from VA

9.2

Surprise surprise…so varietally accurate. Beautiful balance and finesse!! — 3 months ago

Trump Winery

Monticello Sparkling Rosé Blend 2018

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine pours up in a pretty salmon color, with bubbles galore. The foam settles quickly, leaving a frizzante beverage. The nose has strawberries, a touch of earth, and a toasty element. In the mouth, it’s fairly rich and creamy, aside from the decent acidity. It finishes long and tart, with a raspberry note as a memento.
— 7 months ago

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