Al and Hugh give a rundown of some of the best Maryland wines.
(Prices were not available)
Cool Ridge Gruner Veltliner '16 **
A good fruity white with nice acid, from the Gov Cup winner
Basignani Lorenzino '13 ***
Prestigious cab blend, made only 3-4 times a decade; age-worthy
Elk Run Liberty Tavern Chard '15 **
Continues their tradition of making white Burgundy inspired wines
Old Westminster Anthem red blend ***
Mostly cab franc, stupendous effort, absolutely delicious
Port of Leonardtown Chambourcin Reserve '14 **1/2
Another fine chambourcin from a very dependable winery
Sugarloaf Mountain Cab Franc '15 **1/2
Cab franc at its best, a very flavorful big red from one of our best wineries
Black Ankle Leaf-Stone Syrah NV **1/2
(Not common in Maryland, this syrah is impeccably balanced and flavorful)
Linganore Cab Franc **
(A fine effort from a veteran winery; juicy, nuanced, classy)
