Oak Ridge 2012 3 Girls Pinot Noir Great red fruit in the nose.  cherries and currant drive the flavor with rich floral hints.  Slightly acidic...

Key & Swirl Rating System I am not a huge fan of objective systems used to rate wine. I do believe such systems have their...

The Name Key & Swirl I have already had some people ask me, “Hey Scott, where did you get the name Key and Swirl? 798...

Todd Taylor 2011 Courier Syrah The wild raspberry aromas are muted but delightful. Warm flavors are soothing.  Great minerality.  Short but smooth finish.  This is...

LangeTwins 2011 Petite Sirah/Petit Verdot I think there is a blueberry farm next to the LangeTwins winery because it is a common note in their...

Van Ruiten 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Black Cherry and Oak are wonderful in the nose. This is a lighter cab with dabbles of spice on the...

St. Jorge 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel Expected plum notes. Good balance and overall easy to drink. Retail: $28.00 http://www.stjorgewinery.com (K & S Rating: 3 of...

Oak Ridge 2011 Old Soul Petite Sirah My nose found figs and cocoa which I found an odd couple.  The wine is made well and...

Alamos 2012 Torrontes Yummy citrus aroma followed by a woodsy green apple. Very even on the tongue, mild spice on the mid-palate with a great...

Freemark Abbey 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Ripe red fruit bring and spice bring this cab alive. Lots to describe in the glass and on your tongue....