Michael Chelus

9.0

Cherry, raspberry, violet, blackberry, currant, mossy earth and oak. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 4 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Black cherry, raspberry, currant, blackberry, dark chocolate and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 6 months ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Aridus Vineyards Malvasia Bianca 2023, Arizona

Light golden in color.

Fruity nose of citrus, mangoes, lichee, yellow apples and honey.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Off dry on the palate with melons, pineapples, apples, pears, light herbs, mangoes, honeydew, light spices and light butterscotch.

Nice finish with tropical fruits and spices.

This is such a fun wine to drink. Rich and fruit forward. Nicely balanced, with enough acidity to balance the sugars. Refreshing with nice complexity.

Easy drinking and dangerously good. I couldn't stop drinking it.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and a good party wine too.

100% Malvasia Bianca grapes were picked at night, and aged in stainless steel vats. A small production of 5,000 bottles.

10.1% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$40. — 9 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Cherry, raspberry preserves, blackberry, vanilla, oak and hints of stewed fruit. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 5 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.3

Cherry cola, vanilla, raspberry preserves, blackberry, eucalyptus and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 7 months ago

"Odedi"

9.1

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

A very pretty color of ruby, with a wide reddish rim.

Strong nose of red and blue fruits with light wood, wild flowers, spices and chocolates.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate and fruit forward with cherries, blueberries, currants, plums, light oak, licorice, chocolates, peppercorn, herbs, light earth and spices.

Nice finish with fine grained tannins and tangy pomegranates.

This is a very interesting Cabernet Sauvignon from Arizona. Feels like a Californian Merlot with a Bordeaux twist. Spicy and entertaining.

This 5 year old is showing nice complexity with a smooth mouthfeel. Tangy and interesting. Good by itself as a sipping wine.

Good right out of the bottle ,and changes every 15 minutes in the decanter. Loved it.

I paired it with a Baked Brie cheese and crackers.

15.2% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$60. — 2 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.0

Apple, quince, lemon candy, honeydew melon and hints of peach. Great acidity and minerality. — 3 years ago

"Odedi"

9.2

Aridus Wine Company Limited Production Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Arizona

Light yellow in color.

Nose of citrus, red and yellow apples, pears, Mediterranean spices, light minerals and white pepper.

Full-bodied with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with limes, apples, pears, melons, sea salt, light earth, herbs and spices.

Long finish with lemons and light herbs.

This is a delicious Sauvignon Blanc from Arizona. Elegant and rich. Complex and interesting. Tangy and spicy.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 30 minutes of airtime. Better when not too cold.

I've had a few vintages of this wine, and this is my favorite so far.

Not a typical New World Sauvignon Blanc, which is nice to see. A great sipping wine, refreshing and easy drinking.

A blend of 89% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Malvasia Bianca and 1% Muscat.

13.4% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$40. — 6 months ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Ruby in color with medium plus intensity and a wide reddish rim.

Light nose of pomegranates, cranberry juice, black pepper, wild flowers, chared coffee and spices.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, currants, plums, fresh cherries, light oak, spices, chocolates, tobacco, bitter herbs, earth and peppercorn.

Medium length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cranberries.

This is a tasty Graciano from Arizona. Very spicy and rich.

Fruit forward and elegant. Smooth and soft. Showing nice complexity with a soft mouthfeel.

Needed 2 hours to open up properly, so be patient. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves. The high alcohol is not too noticeable.

A good food wine, tangy and interesting.

100% Graciano grapes were aged in neutral oak barrels for 15 months. A small production of only 2,700 bottles.

16% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$65. — 8 months ago

Michael Chelus

9.2

Black cherry, raspberry preserves, cassis, vanilla, mossy earth and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 3 years ago