Brian

9.1

2015 vintage — a month ago

Greg Andrew

9.4

Thanks for the great wine mom! - 2/16/24 — 4 months ago

Jess

9.1

Pale lemon color.
Aromas of pear, apple white peach, nutmeg.
Dry. Flavors of apple, lemon, pear, white peach, white pepper, salty mineral finish.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 8 months ago

Juan Pablo Perez

9.1

Nariz: :arandano, ciruela, regaliz, madera, especies, algo perfumado pero la madera algo pronunciada (roble americano ?), algo de aroma a pancake con syrup

Boca: Tanino M/M+, Acidez M, Alcohol Alto (16%).

Big and bold — 8 months ago

Bob McDonald

9.3

This is a great tipple as the weather cools down in the Southern Hemisphere. From Islay with plenty of peat and smokiness. A maritime seaweed note. Some say Laphroaig is even more peaty but for me, the jury is still out on that one. — 2 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.3

Love these “Blue Boys.” Mollydooker (Aussie for left-hander) Wines was established in 2005 by Sarah and Sparky Marquis. Dark Ruby with dark berry fruit aromas adding sweet spice and cedar. On the palate this wine has complex flavors of blackberry and blueberry with licorice, cacao, oak and vanilla. Fine dusty tannins, peasant mouthfeel (16% Alcohol), full-bodied, long ending with a nice spicy finish. Aging well, good now, has room to run over short term. — 7 months ago

Jess

9.2

Pale straw color.
Aromas of toasted brioche, citrus.
Dry. Flavors of white peach, lemon, buttered toast.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 5/5 — 8 months ago

Jess

9.2

Pale-medium, straw color.
Aromas of toasted brioche, lemon.
Dry. Flavors of lemon/lime, white peach, custard, buttered brioche. Rich & creamy.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 5/5 — 4 months ago

Aaron Tan

9.7

Yep, those are worms. Sago worms to be precise, and I never thought the day would arrive where I’d be pairing champagne with fried worms. But true to its reputation as the most democratic of wines, champagne and worms turned out to be a pretty wicked match.

Worm-wise, it was quite delicious deep-fried. These sago worms feed only on the pith of sago palm trees, so they come out plump, creamy, and pretty much funk-free. Earthy and slightly sweet, they kind of tasted like fried mushrooms, but with gooey texture.

As for the 16’ Les Maillons, it was truly a joy to drink. I would even be so bold to say that it was drinking at its peak. Concentrated and complex, yet so precise and energetic. Aromas of red apples, apricot, sea breeze, toasted almonds, white flowers, cream, and nutmeg. On the palate, it was textural and full-bodied. Not the most mineral champagne, but it was certainly racy and saline in the backend. Juicy red fruits, zingy lemon, creamy richness, and plenty of spices in the mouth. So delicious, and before we knew it, we bottomed out. A great success and easily one of the best champagnes this year. — 7 months ago

Deborah M

9.1

2019 Ridge Lytton Springs is a classic California field blend. It is made up of 73% Zinfandel, 16% Petite Sirah, 9% Carignane, and 2% Mataro. The vineyard is located in Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County. Dark red fruit on the nose with a bit of spice. Brambly intense fruit on the palate. Supple tannins. Really nice acidity and a lengthy finish. Drinks well now and will likely be even better in a few years. — 8 months ago