David Sheehan

9.4

I’ll admit it. I can’t explain why. I just LOVE this wine. I hope that helps. Not too fruity, acid-y, dry, sweet, etc. it just has a great taste and finish. Let’s just say the winemaker knew his stuff. — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.0

I love the agricultural nose and saliva stealing tannins. My kind of pizza wine. A good deal, too — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.2

No surprise that I purchase what I like. So forgive my bias towards Spanish wine. I loved the blend. I love Tempranillo and my wife loves Grenache. Marriage made in heaven. Just the right amounts of everything for me. Oak, fruit, tannins. And a great value to boot. If you like Spanish wines, this 2016 is excellent. — 7 years ago

David Sheehan

9.1

I’m a sucker for Spanish Tempranillo. This wine seems less fruity and simultaneously more tannic than what I normally have. But still delicious. This is my first non Rioja Tempranillo. This is from the Castilla and Leon region. Typical? I’m eager to find out. — 7 years ago

David Sheehan

9.2

I really liked this wine. A favorite Italian grape. Versatile with various foods. I’d absolutely buy this again. This is exactly what I want in a white: Mild oak, lots of fruit. If you are a classic Chardonnay drinker, this ain’t it for you. But if you want something more than a fruit juice Pinot Grigio, this is the Schesznik. — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.0

Fascinating white. This grape is brand new ground for me. (No Rkatsiteli at my local wine store!). Fruity yet not tart. Qualities I like in my beloved Riojas. — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.1

My first wine from Portugal. (That wasn’t a port). I agree with others. Spicy, leathery. But I like a lot. I naively keep trying to compare it to Rioja. Very different. But this bottle is very much worth the money. I think I should move to the Iberian Peninsula. — 7 years ago

David Sheehan

9.5

2015 vintage this time. Blend upped the Syrah to 85% and Zin lowered to 15%. Still a true “Gem”. I agree with the others. Oak. Fork and knife...etc. Big but drinkable. Stacked Stone remains a favorite year after year. Please find it and buy it! — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.1

I simply love oak aged red wines from Spain. Just as it appears patience In aging helps, so does patience in drinking. Lol. Or is it me? Why does the LAST glass of a bottle of Rioja always seem the best? — 6 years ago

David Sheehan

9.4

Perfect wine for perfect SoCal summer day. This wine gives me exactly what I want in a Rose: Subtle, and laced with complexity. Thanks to the restaurant manager for knowing his stuff. — 7 years ago