Tobin Spratte

9.4

A far cry from the classic passion fruit Kiwi sauv popular a decade ago. Lives up to advertising, claiming a very steely, mineral-driven wine defined by its restraint and finesse. Reminiscent of an Austrian or German sauv blanc with silicate minerals overlaying white grapefruit, hints of smoke, iodine, and toasted coriander. — 9 days ago

Tobin Spratte

9.2

This is Englar's 2020 riserva Baltasins. Honestly, this smells like the grapes were harvested during a forest fire, but reading the vintage notes it was anything but with lots of rain. I like funky, earthy wines, so I appreciate this but others may not. Smokiness leaves the glass over time, giving way to an herbal, woody bouquet overlaying black cherry, dolostone, and eucalyptus.

Pinot should be memorable and this excels at that. Good body on this but still reflects Sudtirol's cool climate. — a month ago

Tobin Spratte

9.4

Outstanding reserva Pinot Bianco that has been oaked and aged a bit, allowing it to develop a much more refined, complex character. Aromas of dried apricot, citrus peel, Asian pear, vanilla, caramel, and dolomitic minerals. Showing the grapes potential when treated more like Chardonnay and less like cheap Veneto whites. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.7

Chalky minerals, lime, green cardamom, pink peppercorn, cinnamon, bay leaf. As wine warms from fridge temps, floral notes Zapata is known for spring forth, electrifying an already complex bouquet. Charming, seemingly endless finish. One of the few wines I've had that lives up to the hype.

Critics rating this 99-100 points. I'll settle for just below. — 16 days ago

Tobin Spratte

6.9

This must be oxidized because it neither smells nor tastes right. Bitter, grapey, and tangy. Such a shame because I was looking forward to this. — a month ago

Tobin Spratte

8.8

This is a solid but unremarkable wine. Aromas of raspberries, cherries, and jellied cranberries and hints of the classic Rioja cigar box. Great inexpensive food wine. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.3

Concentrated stone fruit, grapefruit, guava, with tinges of passion fruit backed by grass and herb notes. Crisp, classic sauvignon blanc texture, though less racy than its European counterparts, but showcases the potential of aromatic New World whites. Very nicely balanced finish. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.1

Racy white grapefruit and white flowers backed by a strong minerality, hints of pine, and a kiss of smoke. Would be a great seafood wine. — 25 days ago

Tobin Spratte

9.2

Sauvignon blanc fruitier than Loire Valley version but not as rich or tropical as California. Notes of tangerines, gooseberries, orange blossoms, peaches, apricots, and wet sand. Very tasty. One of the better sauv blancs I've had in some time. — a month ago

Tobin Spratte

9.2

Well structured with a great body for a Pinot Gris. Heady orchard blossom aromas backed by notes of spiced apple pie--stewed apple, buttery crust, and all. Lasting, lovely finish.

Not sure what others on this app are expecting. This is as good as any Oregon Pinot Gris, though perhaps less aromatic than some. — 2 months ago