Winery - Gallo Family Vineyards
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Very dry, this Cabernet comes down on the side of elegance and structure rather than power. It feels firmly tannic in the mouth, offering blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, with an undertow of minerality and a grounding of coffee and herbs. Very fine and sleek, and raises Dry Creek Valley’s Cabernet profile considerably. Now–2012.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A very nice everyday wine, bone dry and savory in acidity. Shows polished flavors of lemongrass, vanilla, cinnamon pepper and wildflowers. Puts everything else at this price to shame.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
If Gallo is trying to steer white Zin drinkers to reds, they’re doing a good job. This is dark for a blush, and medium-bodied, with semisweet cherry flavors and a distinct finish of fresh thyme.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Classic Cabernet, and ageworthy. Shows balanced blackberry, coffee, black olive, Provençal herb and oak flavors. It has complex tannins, and is very dry. This is not a long hangtime, superripe Cab, but strives for balance and elegance and succeeds. Best now–2016.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Perhaps because this is a new line and the Gallos are putting their best foot forward, this Zin is far richer than Gallo’s Dancing Bull Zin, which is only a dollar less. It’s lush in briary wild berry, cherry pie, blueberry, cocoa and coffee flavors, and nicely dry. Good enough to accompany your best Zin-friendly food.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Crisp, juicy acidity and tangy flavors of Meyer lemons and limes make this wine immediately appealing. Partial barrel fermentation adds a touch of toast and cream, but a keen racy freshness really is the hallmark.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
When I was getting into wine, Gallo’s inexpensive Sauvignon Blanc was my house white. The wine hasn’t changed at all over the years, and still offers plenty of polished citrus, melon and fig flavors in a dry, clean package.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
For five bucks you get plenty of lush cherry-blackberry, blueberry and milk chocolate flavor, a smooth texture, velvety tannins and a long, spicy finish. The more you sip, the better it gets.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The high acidity on this Chard makes your mouth water. It’s not a lush, opulent wine, but it is complex, with green apple, lime zest and mineral flavors enriched with oak and lees. Elegant and well-structured. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
For five bucks, you get a smooth, dry wine with nice cherry flavors and a polished edge of tannins. What’s not to like?
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