Country- USA
State- Sonoma, CA
Brand– The Calling
Vintage- 2019
Type– Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
The Calling Russian River Pinot Noir 2022 is a medium bodied wine that leads with bright red fruits (bing cherry, wild strawberry, red plum, raspberry) and baking spices (clove, nutmeg) aromatics on the nose. The palate is lush and round with vibrant and juicy red fruits, good acidity and silky tannins.

About the Winery
Founded in 2012 by legendary sports commentator Jim Nantz and wine industry veteran Peter Deutsch, The Calling was born from a shared passion to honor their fathers’ legacies. This premium Sonoma County winery specializes in world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, as well as bold Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley.

Crafted by acclaimed winemaker James MacPhail, the portfolio is defined by meticulous vineyard sourcing and clinical precision, earning over 55 ratings of 90+ points since its debut. The Calling represents the pursuit of one’s true purpose—bottling the spirit of Sonoma’s most iconic terroir for those who have found their own “calling” in life.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
The Calling Russian River Pinot Noir 2022 has dark cherry skin and ruby flesh hues with fruity cherry, a hint of spearmint and chocolate on the nose. The wine is soft with light cherry flavors. It has a hint of sweetness but ends with a light stone finish. It’s really a good light and easy to drink Pinot.

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Country- USA
State- Santa Rosa, CA
Brand- La Crema
Vintage- 2023
Type- Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
La Crema Monterrey Pinot Noir 2023 has vibrant red cherry, spice, and coffee aromas that lead to rich, brambly fruit flavors. This medium-bodied wine finishes soft with a supple mouthfeel.

About the Winery
La Crema winery was founded in 1979 and quickly established itself as a pioneer for their intensely flavored Chardonnay and Pinot Noirs. The winery has since become a formidable force in the industry and its tasting room is located in Healdsburg, CA.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
La Crema Monterrey Pinot Noir 2023 has a bright red hue with an abundant amount of red fruit aromas (juicy cherry and light currants). The wine is light and full of juicy cherry flavor. It is really tasty…. I think this is a good one for the dollar value. ‘A Bang for the Buck wine!’

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Country- USA
State- Santa Maria, CA
Brand- Riverbench
Type- Sparkling Wine
Varietal- Pink Wine
Price- $$$$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Riverbench Brut Rose 2018 has aromas of orange blossom and a hint of rosewater. The flavors consist of meringue, marzipan and raspberries.

About the Winery
Riverbench Vineyard was established in 1973, when the first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes were planted on the bank of the Sisquoc River, known as the Santa Maria Bench. Riverbench sold their fruit to other wineries in the region. In 2006, they began producing their own wines in limited quantities, which are available exclusively through their wine club and tasting rooms in Santa Maria and Santa Barbara, California.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Riverbench Brut Rose 2018 has a light salmon hue with aromas of red berries on the nose. The wine has a soft and approachable mouth with flavors of strawberry shortcake. It’s a really good sparkling wine!

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Country- USA
State- Santa Maria, CA
Brand- Riverbench
Type- Rosé Wine
Varietal- Pink Wine
Price- $$$
Average Wine Rating- 3

Description:
The Riverbench Rose of Pinot Noir 2024 offers a bouquet of fresh red berries (strawberries, raspberries, and cherries). The wine’s flavors consist of strawberry-rhubarb, lemon, watermelon, and guava with a crisp, mineral-driven acidity. You might even catch a hint of pink jolly rancher or white gummy bear lingering on the finish.

About the Winery
Riverbench Vineyard was established in 1973, when the first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes were planted on the bank of the Sisquoc River, known as the Santa Maria Bench. Riverbench sold their fruit to other wineries in the region. In 2006, they began producing their own wines in limited quantities, which are available exclusively through their wine club and tasting rooms in Santa Maria and Santa Barbara, California.

Tobin’s Review 3 out of 5
Riverbench Rose of Pinot Noir 2024 has an amber rose gold hue. The wine pops with aromas and flavors of rich vibrant red fruit and a hint of candy apple. The wine has a creamy character but ends a little dry on the finish. Overall, it’s an okay wine with a hint of tropical fruit on the finish.

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Country- USA
State- California
Brand- Norso
Vintage- 2023
Type- Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 2.5

Description:
Norso Pinot Noir 2023 has dark berry, rich black cherry, and spice notes, offering an elegant and clean finish, blending fruit from Northern and Southern California.

About the Winery
Norso is a private label wine brand owned and sold exclusively by Albertsons Companies. The wine itself is “curated” by their internal team, led by Curtis Mann (one of only 60 Masters of Wine in the U.S.).

In the wine industry, retailers like Albertsons often partner with large “custom crush” companies or wine groups, such as WX Brands or Fior di Sole, to source and bottle these private labels from various California vineyards.

Tobin’s Review 2.5 out of 5
Norso Pinot Noir 2023 has a light cherry hue with aromas of black currant, cherry and cola. The wine is soft with a really sweet cherry flavor. I am talking like candy sweet…. really sweet….. overly sweet. It’s kind of a weird wine… it’s okay with some spice, cardamom and clove. Overall, it’s okay but really not my cup of tea… or glass of wine.

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Country- USA
State- Napa, CA
Brand– Lloyd Cellars
Vintage- 2019
Type– Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$$$
Average Wine Rating- 3

Description:
The Lloyd Pinot Noir 2019 from the Sta. Rita Hills AVA has a powerful and fruit-forward expression, that maintains a sense of elegance due to the cooler vintage conditions.

The wine has a ruby and deep carmine hue with aromas of black cherry, ripe raspberry, baking spice, cocoa and cinnamon. The has a full mouth feel with red and black berry fruits that finish with traces of fruit and subtle oak spice.

About the Winery
Lloyd Cellars is a Napa winery founded in 2008 by winemaker Robert Lloyd and his wife, Bonnie. Robert, leverages his experience from respected wineries like La Crema and Rombauer to produce wines that are unapologetic expressions of premium California fruit.

Tobin’s Review 3 out of 5
Lloyd Pinot Noir 2019 has an inky purple hue with jammy and earthy mushroom aromas. The wine is soft and very light, with a light cherry and a hint of vanilla. This wine is super light.

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Country- France
Brand- Famille Perrin
Vintage- 2023
Type- White Table Wine
Varietal- White Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 3

Description:
Famille Perrin Côtes du Rhône Reserve Blanc 2023 is a blend of local grapes: Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier. This white wine has a floral nose and delicate notes of white-fleshed fruit (apple and peach) with terrific freshness. The mouth is clean, rich and balanced with good minerality. 

About the Winery:
The Perrin family has owned Chateau de Beaucastel since 1909. Over the past five generations the family has acquired not only great vineyards in the very best terroirs of the southern Rhone Valley, but also a great understanding of these terroirs. Famille Perrin produces the following wine brands- Chateau de Beaucastel, Miraval, Domaine du Clos des Tourelles, Famille Perrin- Selections Parcellaires, Famille Perrin- Les Crus, La Vieille Ferme and La Vieille Ferme Sparkling.

Tobin’s Review 3.5 out of 5
Famille Perrin Côtes du Rhône Reserve Blanc 2023 has a bright honeysuckle hue with light melon aromas (honeydew and quince.) The wine has a light approachable mouth with flavors of cantaloupe. It has a light acidity, but is well balanced. Overall it’s a nice drinking wine that ends a little dry and herby. It’s really good with food and is a ‘bang for the buck wine!’

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Country- USA
State- Newberg, Oregon
Brand- A to Z Wineworks
Type– Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
A to Z Pinot Noir 2022 is a vibrant, fruit-driven (primarily red berries), elegantly structured wine with good acidity and soft tannins. It’s a classic example of approachable Oregon Pinot Noir, designed for immediate enjoyment.

About the Winery
A to Z Wineworks was founded in 2002 by Deb and Bill Hatcher, Sam Tannahill and Cheryl Francis in Newberg, Oregon. In 2006 they would partner with Michael Davies and Gregg Popovich to buy Rex Hill Vineyards and Winery. A to Z currently makes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Sparkling wines.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
A to Z Pinot Noir 2022 has a dark cherry hue with aromas of cranberry, jam and fresh cherry. The wine has flavors of cherry, jam and vanilla. Overall, it’s a good well priced Pinot Noir.

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Country- USA
State- Anderson Valley, CA
Brand– Twomey Cellars
Vintage- 2022
Type– Pinot Noir
Varietal- Red Wine
Price- $$$$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Twomey Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2022 has an elegant, restrained style with fresh and vibrant fruit characteristics complemented by earth and floral notes.

About the Winery
Twomey Cellars was established in 1999 by the Duncan Family, who are also the founders and operators of the very successful and well-known Silver Oak Cellars.

The Duncan Family started Twomey Cellars specifically to branch out beyond Cabernet Sauvignon, which is Silver Oak’s primary focus. Twomey is renowned for producing high-quality Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, and for a time, also Merlot.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Twomey Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2022 has a full dark cherry skin hue with a fruity nose that pops with cherry, mushroom and earth. The mouth is silky with flavors of cherry. The wine is light and smooth with a hint of acidity, but it’s very well balanced. This is really good wine.

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Country- France
Region- Languedoc-Roussillon
Brand- Gérard Bertrand
Vintage- 2023
Type- Grenache Rose
Varietal- Pink Wine
Price- $$
Average Wine Rating- 4

Description:
Gerard Bertrand Change Grenache Rose 2023 has a shiny and soft salmon-pink color. Red fruits on the nose, such as raspberry, cherry, strawberry and pomegranate. The mouth is fresh and plain with notes of red fruits and white flowers.

About the Winery
Gérard Bertrand was a professional rugby player from 1984-1994. During his career he even played on France’s national team. Upon his retirement he turned his focus to wine. His company Gérard Bertrand Wines owns 15 wine estates and he has become a renowned winemaker in Languedoc-Roussillon.

Tobin’s Review 4 out of 5
Gerard Bertrand Change Grenache Rose 2023 has a light pink mineral and white gold hue. The aromas are floral and sweet, almost a cotton candy smell. I pick up flavors of cranberry which are semi-sweet, but the wine ends crisp and slightly dry. Overall, it’s a well-balanced wine with flavors of fresh fruit, paint peach and dried apricot. This is a nice easy to dry wine!

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