10/22/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday red.

10/20/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Dark crimson in color, this wine reveals plum, anise, tobacco and black pepper on the nose. The mouth feel has firm, rich tannins yet comes across as approachable. The finish was medium with nicely balanced fruit, acidity and tannins. 14.0% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is an outstanding value at this price point. It simply delivers.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

10/18/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

10/16/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Dark purple in color, this wine reveals black currant, blueberry and cedar on the nose. The mouth feel is full bodied but open with more black fruits and earth undertones. The finish is medium with good balance between the fruit and acidity. 13.5% abv.

Purchased for $14US, this is a well made, pleasant drinking everyday red. I'll search for more.

10/12/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday red.

10/10/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

10/8/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Dark crimson in color, this wine reveals plum, anise, tobacco and black pepper on the nose. The mouth feel has firm, rich tannins yet comes across as approachable. The finish was medium with nicely balanced fruit, acidity and tannins. 14.0% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is an outstanding value at this price point. It simply delivers.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

10/6/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

An excellent qpr. Definite case buy for year-round sipping.

10/4/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Pale gold in color, this wine shows muted aromas of nectarine, mango and minerals on the nose. The mouth feel has bracing acidity and subtle apricot and white flower undertones. The finish is medium in length with a noticeable sour taste at the end. 11.5% abv.

Purchased for 9US, hopefully this particular bottle was atypical. I've enjoyed other vintages of this offering and they were much more enjoyable than this one.

10/2/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Golden straw in color, this wine revealed Bosc pear, lemon peel and passion fruit notes on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied and is dominated by the zippy acidity, stoniness and minerality. The finish is bone dry but assertive and the acidity left me longing for more. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $16US/1.0L, this is well balanced offering that pairs the dry elements with the fruit and acidity seamlessly.

Imported by Savio Soares Selections, New York, NY.

9/30/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Pale straw in color, this wine revealed notes of green apple, lime zest and underripe peach on the nose. The mouth feel was light/medium-bodied and brought mineral undertones and crisp acidity. The finish was refreshing with the acidity and citrus notes coming together in a balanced, integrated fashion. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $7US, this wine drank as well as a Pinot Grigio can imho and is an obvious case buy. It has enough going on to please both experienced tasters and be acceptable for serving large groups.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Moorestown, NJ.

9/28/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday red. A definite case buy at $14/bottle.

9/26/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Pale straw in color, this sparkling wine (45% Xarel-lo/30% Macabeu/25% Parellada) reveals pear, green apple and brioche on the nose. The mouth feel brings zippy effervescence, nice minerality and more pear elements. The finish is a little short but pleasant. 12% abv.

Purchased for $16US, this is a classic styled Cava that is perfect for enjoying with friends and with food. I've been a fan of this offering for years and it constantly delivers.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

9/24/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Crimson in color with slight browning around the edges, this wine showed muted dried cherry, raisin, cherry pit and hints of spice on the nose. The mouth feel was medium/full bodied with firm tannins and subtle dried red fruits and a hint of menthol. The finish was medium somewhat closed as the dried red fruits never came fully out. 14% abv.

Purchased for $16US, this is a very good value. It was a nice offering for our entrees of braised beef pasta. It held up well to two diverse foods.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

9/22/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium violet in color with touches of brown around the edges, this wine showed both black and blue fruits plus tobacco on the nose. The mouth feel was lighter than expected and brought added notes of raspberry, dark spices and brambly elements. The finish was somewhat short with the fruits, tannin and acidity fading quickly and the 14.5% abv bringing heat.

A gift from a friend, this is well made wine that is reasonably priced. It did not, however, fit my needs tonight as I was looking for a fuller bodied, big, rich red to enjoy on a cold winter night. This wine was much lighter than expected.

9/20/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Wild salmon in color, this sparkling wine reveals focused aromas of tart strawberry, orange rind, wild cherry and anise on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied with brisk acidity and more strawberry elements. The finish is very well balanced with the high acidity and fruit in pleasant balance. 12% abv.

Purchased for $16US, this is a delicious wine that is well balanced. Every sip and taste leaves you wanting more.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

9/18/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Pale gold in color, this wine showed rose petals, nectarine, apricot and minerals on the nose. The mouth feel brought noticeable sweetness with subtle hints of spiciness along with white pepper and cinnamon. The finish was medium in length with the acidity perfectly intertwined with the fruit. 9.5% abv.

Purchased for $13US, this wine was very enjoyable and a good value. It paired very nice with our spicy Thai foods for dinner this evening. Although it's not quite as heavy or intense as those from Alsace, it's a very acceptable wine that needs spicy foods to show its best.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Moorestown, NJ.

9/16/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

9/14/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent wth previous bottle. Medium garnet in color, this wine revealed tart cranberry, blackberry, smoke and forest floor on the nose. The mouth feel was light bodied with tart cherry pit and subtle oak influence. The finish was medium in length with more dark red fruit and smoke undertones. 14.0% abv.

A gift from my ex, this was a very pleasant Oregon PN that paired well with our fish tacos.

9/12/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium gold in color, this wine showed white flowers, honeydew melon and citrus on the nose. The mouth feel was full bodied with brisk acidity and an unusual waxy element. The finish was firm with the acidity coming together well with the melon and citrus flavors. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is an enjoyable wine that paired well with my Nicoise salad for lunch.

Imported by Opici Wines, Glen Rock NJ.

9/10/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Dark purple in color, this wine revealed focused aromas of red currant, black cherry and black raspberry. The mouth feel brought juicy acidity, tobacco and more black fruits. The finish was medium to long in length and brought very silky, soft tannins. 14.0% abv.

Purchased for $11US, this is a very well made, easy drinking red that is an absolute bargain at this price point. It paired well with my hard cheeses and charcuterie tonight.

Imported by Petit Pois Corp. t/a Sussex Wine Merchants, Moorestown, NJ

9/8/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

9/6/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

An excellent qpr. Definite case buy for summer sipping.

9/6/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Dark crimson in color, this wine (50% Monastrell/20% Syrah/20% Merlot/10% Tempranillo) revealed blackberry, licorice and a floral element on the nose. The mouth feel brought brisk acidity, more dark red fruits and some violet undertones. The finish was medium with a nice integration of all the elements. 14% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is a fruit forward, excellent qpr that retains its sense of origin.

Imported by Ole & Obrigado, New Rochelle, NY.

9/4/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Opaque purple in color, this wine reveals earthy aromas of violets, black plum, blackberry and bramble. The mouth is fuller bodied and tannic with earthy, mineral undertones. The finish is fuller bodied but approachable. 14% abv.

Purchased for $14US, this is a good, entry level offering that shows its sense of origin.

Imported by Sommelier Imports, New York, NY.

9/2/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Dark crimson in color, this wine reveals plum, anise, tobacco and black pepper on the nose. The mouth feel has firm, rich tannins yet comes across as approachable. The finish was medium with nicely balanced fruit, acidity and tannins. 14.0% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is an outstanding value at this price point. It simply delivers.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

8/31/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Light garnet in color, this wine reveals focused aromas of blackcherry, forest floor and dust on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied with more cherry, strawberry, anise and subtle mushroom undertones. The finish is longer in length and the red fruits, spices and moderate acidity are wonderfully balanced. 13.1% abv.

Purchased for $17US, this is an awesome, aged Super-Tuscan, a project lead by former Bad Company bassist Paul Tagliaferro Cullen. Paul explained to me that this is essentially 2009 juice that he imported from Italy in large bladders that he bottled at a local winery in PA. It's a delicious wine that is in its prime drinking window.

Bottled by Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery, Kennett Square, PA.

8/30/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Dark violet in color, this wine showed blackberry, menthol and cassis on the nose. The mouth feel was supple with added vanilla, spices and cracked black pepper elements. The finish was medium with the menthol and dark black fruits notes well balanced with the soft tannins. 13.5% abv.

Purchased for $14US, this is a decent entry level Carmenere. It drinks above its modest price point.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.

8/26/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Ripe strawberry in color, this rose' (70% Xinomavro/30% Mosxomavro) reveals aromas of strawberry, watermelon and minerals on the nose. The mouth feel is fuller bodied with brisk acidity and more red fruit undertones including hints of raspberry. The finish is nicely balanced and brings the acidity and fruit together in a long and pleasant fashion. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $11US, this is a fuller bodied, complex rose' that is delicious.

Imported by Verity Wine Partners, New York, NY.

8/26/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Medium purple in color, this wine reveals blackberry, roasted coffee bean and glycerin on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied with approachable tannins that frame the dark fruits. The finish brings vibrant acidity that is nicely integrated with the fruit. 14.5% abv.

A gift from my ex, this is a pleasant drinking wine that shows its place of origin and is a good value at the $13 price point she said she paid.

Imported by Savorian Inc., Brooklyn, NY.

8/23/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Very consistent with previous vintages. Pale gold in color with some green at the edges, this wine showed green apple, citrus and flint on the nose. The mouth feel was dry with brisk acidity, minerality and a subtle spicy note. The finish was persistent with the citrus and mineral notes pairing well. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $16US/1.0L, this is a very enjoyable, entry level GV that paired well with cartisan pizza tonight.

Imported by The Artisan Collection, New York, NY.

8/20/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Golden straw in color, this wine revealed Bosc pear, lemon peel and passion fruit notes on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied and is dominated by the zippy acidity, stoniness and minerality. The finish is bone dry but assertive and the acidity left me longing for more. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $16US/1.0L, this is well balanced offering that pairs the dry elements with the fruit and acidity seamlessly.

Imported by Savio Soares Selections, New York, NY.

8/18/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium purple in color, this wine reveals blackberry, roasted coffee bean and glycerin on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied with approachable tannins that frame the dark fruits. The finish brings vibrant acidity that is nicely integrated with the fruit. 14.5% abv.

A gift from my ex, this is a pleasant drinking wine that shows its place of origin and is a good value at the $13 price point she said she paid.

Imported by Savorian Inc., Brooklyn, NY.

8/17/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium violet in color this wine reveals aromas of bacon fat, iron, olives, black pepper and blackberry. The mouth feel was medium bodied with added elements of game and iron. The finish was noticeably short and the underlying fruit struggled to come out over the 45 minutes it was open and re-tasted. 15% abv.

A gift from my ex, this seemed somewhat disjointed but there are many positive elements here to like.

Imported by Wines of France, Mountainside, NJ.

8/15/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium garnet in color, this wine revealed tart cranberry, blackberry, smoke and forest floor on the nose. The mouth feel was light bodied with tart cherry pit and subtle oak influence. The finish was medium in length with more dark red fruit and smoke undertones. 14.0% abv.

A gift from my ex, this was a very pleasant Oregon PN that paired well with our salmon..

8/14/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with the other bottles of this I've tasted, this sparkling wine was light straw in color and revealed floral notes and lemon on the nose, crisp acidity, pear and lemon on the mouth feel, and a wonderful crisp, dry finish which brought the acidity and fruit together seamlessly. 11% abv.

Purchased for $15US, this was an ideal aperitif with it's dry, citrus notes and bright acidity. It has become my GF and my go to sparkling wine for everyday occasions.

Imported by Petit Pois t/a Sussex Wine Merchants, Moorestown, NJ.

8/13/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

8/12/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Medium straw in color, this sparkling wine (60% Pinot Noir/20% Chardonnay/10% Gamay/10% Aligote) showed pear, honey and vanilla on the nose. The mouth feel brought a delicate mousse, tiny, explosive bubbles and well balanced acidity. The finish was medium in length with added brioche undertones. 12% abv.

Purchased for $16US, this is an outstanding qpr. I'm in for more. Enjoyed with soft Italian cheeses tonight.

Imported by MHW, Ltd., Manhasset, NY.

8/11/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

An excellent qpr. Definite case buy for summer sipping.

8/10/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottle. Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

8/9/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium straw in color, this wine reveals lemon, melon and honey on the nose. The mouth feel is lighter bodied with more citrus and subtle honeydew undertones. The finish has bright acidity that bring the citrus and melon together seemlessly. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $14US, this was an enjoyable wine with the chef salad I had tonight.

Imported by Verity Wine Partners, New York, NY.

8/8/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Medium to dark violet in color, this wine showed tons of ripe cranberry, blackberry and raspberry fruit on the nose. The mouth feel brought sweet, juicy jammy fruit, red currant and some peppery/spicey elements. The finish was medium and the 14.5% alcohol was held in check.

Purchased for $10US, this is an excellent QPR that is varietally correct and easy sipping.

8/7/2020 - cuffthis wrote:

Pale straw in color, this wine reveals muted gooseberry and hints of white flowers. The mouth feel is medium bodied with brisk acidity. The finish is short with cut grass elements. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $10US, this is a typical NZ SB fruit forward, aromatic offering. It drinks well for its modest price point.

Imported by Constellation Imports, Acampo, CA.

8/5/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

An excellent qpr. Definite case buy for summer sipping.

8/4/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday red. A definite case buy at $14/bottle.

2/24/2021 - cuffthis wrote:

Consistent with previous bottles. Limpid ballet pink in color, this wine (100% Cinsault) reveals subtle aromas of watermelon, strawberry and minerals on the nose. The mouth feel is light bodied with low acidity, red berry and more minerals. The finish is short and choppy. 12.5% abv.

Purchased for $8US, this is a simple rose' that left this taster looking for more.

Imported by Winesellers, Ltd., Niles, IL.

8/3/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday red. A definite case buy at $14/bottle.

8/2/2020 - cuffthis wrote:

Consistent with previous bottle. Medium straw in color, this wine reveals white peach, lime, white grapefruit and subtle saline aromas on the nose. The mouth feel is medium bodied with more citrus elements but very noticeable low acidity. The finish is disjointed with the low acidity. 12% abv.

Purchased for $6US, this is a very simple offering that disappoints.

A Jorge Ordonez Selection. Imported by Fine Estates from Spain, Inc., Dedham, MA.

8/1/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. My go to everyday white. A definite case buy at $11/bottle.

7/31/2020 - cuffthis Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous bottles. Dark violet in color, this wine showed blackberry, menthol and cassis on the nose. The mouth feel was supple with added vanilla, spices and cracked black pepper elements. The finish was medium with the menthol and dark black fruits notes well balanced with the soft tannins. 13.5% abv.

Purchased for $14US, this is a decent entry level Carmenere. It drinks above its modest price point.

Imported by Regal Wine Imports, Inc., Moorestown, NJ.