Brass Tacks Riesling - 2008
89 points - Editors' Choice
"This would be a wonderful wine even if it cost a little more. As it is, it’s a steal. Shows refined apricot, peach, lychee, mineral and floral flavors, finished with brisk, mouthwatering acidity, and an absolutely dry finish. One of the best Riesling values available in Cailfornia, and a tremendous cocktail wine. Just 600 cases were produced."
- S.H., Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010 Download PDF
Brass Tacks Riesling - 2007
90 points - Editor's Choice
"A beautiful Riesling, perfect for a cocktail or with a wide range of fare. Bone dry and richly acidic, it shows true varietal flavors of citrus, honeysuckle, diesel or lighter fluid, minerals and gardenia flower. This is is a wine that sommeliers should scoop up, but only 450 cases were produced."
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine, October 2009
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Brass Tacks Merlot - 2007
Gold Medal
- 2010 San Diego International Wine Competition
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88 points, Editors' Choice
"Bone dry, with brisk tannins, this is a Merlot to drink with good food and not worry about the wine overshadowing it. It’s really drinkable, with a soft, lush mouthfeel and flavors of cherries, currants, spices and cedar."
- S.H., Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010 Download PDF
Brass Tacks Merlot - 2006
90 points - Publisher's Pick
"Rich, full-flavored and fruit-forward; juicy with body and streamlined tannins; nice, nuanced vanilla and a holiday pie melding of nutmeg, cinnamon and clove."
- Patterson's Tasting Panel, October 2009
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Brass Tacks Cabernet Sauvignon - 2007
88 points - Editors' Choice
"Very nice for the price. Dry and smooth, with blackberry, cherry, cola and currant flavors that have a scoury mouthfeel, because of the tannins. Lots of class and even some complexity."
- S.H., Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010 Download PDF
85 points
"This dense red's ripe flavors edge toward prune. A match for barbecue."
- Wine & Spirits, December 2009
Brass Tacks Petite Sirah - 2008
85 points
"A good, rugged Petite Sirah, with the bigtime fruit and heavy tannins the variety is known for. Just bursts across the palate with blackberries, plums, cassis and peppery, leathery notes."
- S.H., Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010 Download PDF