Bill Bender

9.3

After a spirited tussle between myself and the Durand vs a dry and crumbly cork I was able to double decant this and segregate away the remnants of floating debris. I was immediately struck by the bouquet which was unmistakably borne from Cabernet Franc (and I believe this blend is less than 10%). It was a positive sign. The wine is completely intact and boasts ample fruit albeit waning acidity. Simple Concord grape, bruised black plum and sweet oak flavors are holding on 2 hours in. This has some time left, but not much. This is a testament to Opus One quality in the early days (I believe this was the 3rd or 4th vintage) and while I think the ‘87-‘97 era was their best, this is an profound example of an exemplary wine at age 37! — 8 years ago

Michael Sinowitz

9.4

This was singing. About 3 & 1/2 hour decant. Cigar box, still fresh, dark fruit, good acidity--wonderful stuff. — 10 years ago

with Robin and Marion

George Hesse

9.0

Ken Wegner's The Hunt 2016. Day 2. This is a Chateau Lafite from 1874!!!! — 10 years ago

with Tom

Doug Griffin

9.4

Still showing youth. Cedar, Connecticut cigar wrapper, dark raspberry on nose. Tannins are tame and this wine is balanced. Very elegant, strong core of fruit throughout that plays with the pencil lead, oak, and tobacco. Day 2 - showing much more depth. Deep core of core of fruit richness but impeccably balanced. Wish I had more. An experience — 11 years ago

Sharyn Grant

9.0

Big quality fruit bomb - 2006 - drinking softly now, open 2 hours. Would like to see if the fruit resolves over the next few years. — 11 years ago

Miranda Nesler

9.9

Amazing cab franc. Dry and intense — 13 years ago

Rod Downey

8.9

Bold flavor, very enjoyable. — 8 years ago

Kate Harris

9.3

At Clay restaurant in Harlem — 9 years ago

Steve Wilcox

9.3

2012 ready now w/ big fruit and complexity — 9 years ago

Paul Crabbe

9.2

I'm sold on Location's wine. This blend isn't super dry (my preference) but it's not sweet either (no thanks). Will be buying more from them. — 10 years ago

Michael Washabaugh

9.3

The dryness, tannins & acidity of this wine paired well with braised short ribs. The ribs were accompanied by polenta & salad with Meyer Lemon vinaigrette. Very important pairing note - balancing acidity to cut richness but still give a pleasant mouth - feel. 2006 vintage - Floral notes weren't dominant for us. — 10 years ago

Matt Perlman

9.4

1990. Slow burn with this one--firing on all cylinders with 2 hours of air. Hits all the aged pauillac notes — 11 years ago

with evie and V

Michelle Malicki

9.1

I'm always down for a Penfolds. — 11 years ago

Robert Agans

8.9

Very good. Paired with bolognese ragu over penne pasta and Parmesan cheese... home run. — 9 years ago

Michael Piaker

9.2

22 July 2017. Rouge Tomate, New York, NY. — 9 years ago

David Shapiro

9.0

Very nice but it takes a while to open up. I liked it better Day 2. Medium body, a bit tannic. — 9 years ago

Maxwell Cromwell

9.3

I've been looking for this level of perfectly balanced olive, bacon fat, ribeye blood, and field-berry fruit Syrah for over 2 years. I'd kiss the lady who brought this on the lips... if my wife wasn't here.😘 — 10 years ago

with May, Mariah and 2 others

Jerry Bezner

9.1

Excellent. Full body — 10 years ago

R Bl

9.4

Alexander Valley 1984. Brown brick red, still enough tannin for another 5-10 yrs. Beautiful cedary dust and fruit. Needed 1 - 1 1/2 hrs to open up. Harmonious, medium build. — 11 years ago

Michael Wilson

9.1

Really lovely blend of 10 different grapes. Lots of purple flowers and pepper. — 12 years ago

with Scott