From a purist’s point of view, excessive sweetness and softness compromise this wine, making it simple. With jellied raspberry and cherry flavors, it will be fine at picnics and barbecues and other low-demand venues.——S.H.(11/15/2008)—— 83

Brings to mind Beaujolais Nouveau, with that fresh, vinous, slightly gassy, high acid fruit that tastes like it’s right out of the fermenting tank. With 7% Viognier, the wine is dry and brisk in cherries, raspberries, lime, root beer and vanilla spices.——S.H.(7/1/2007)—— 85

This dark pink-colored wine has simple strawberry and vanilla flavors. It’s dry and soft, an easy sipper for the summer.——S.H.(11/1/2006)—— 83