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Alister Maclean

Alister Maclean

Valley Oaks

Fetzer Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

California, United States
3247 days ago

Alister Maclean scored this wine: 88/100

An ok red, I would not call it full bodied, but it would be good with cheeses, lively enough but I've tasted better reds for less money!

3247 days ago

Alister Maclean scored this wine: 88/100

An ok red, I would not call it full bodied, but it would be good with cheeses, lively enough but I've tasted better reds for less money!

Gran Coronas Reserva

Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Penedès, Spain
3212 days ago

Alister Maclean scored this wine: 88/100

Has a good lively but not unpleasant lighter finish. I feel its worth around $12 so overpriced at close to $19

4064 days ago

Alister Maclean scored this wine: 80/100

This is a fresh lively red that opens up with each mouthful, has a delightful lingering after taste that echoes hints of blackberry.

Alister Maclean

Winner World's Best Drink Writer
WFour-Time Winner James Beard Foundation
Five-Time Winner Association of Food Journalists
Six-Time Winner Bert Greene Award
Best Wine Literature Book Gourmand World Cookbook Awards
Online Writer of the Year Louis Roederer International Wine Writing Award