Henrik Poulsen

9.2

Initially a bit closed this opened up beautifully over the course of 2 hours. — 6 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.4

Celebrating the twins homecoming with a marvelous sparkling wine from Schramesberg! — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.4

Nose of slightly syrupy and jammy blue fruits of; olallieberries, blueberries, huckleberries, black raspberries, blackberries, spiced plums, dark cherries, dark cherry cola, expresso roast, dried dark flowers, spice, cinnamon & anise, dry stems and leather. On the palate, full bodied, round, juicy with fine powdery tannins and darkly elegant. Fruits, of; blueberries, olallieberries, black raspberries, blackberries, plums, dark cherries, cinnamon, nutmeg. mocha powder, light vanillin, anise, espresso roast, black tea, soft leather, finely dry crushed rock powder, graphite, underbrush, poached strawberries hit the long palate set, dark rich earth, dry red flowers, liquid violets and notes of tarriness. The finish is nice resolved dark tannins, great balance of fruit & earth, solid structure, nice tension, rich, full elegance and perfect acidity that rains over the palate. Lail owns and uses fruit from two estate vineyards; the Totem Vineyard in Yountville; which is part of the original Inglenook vineyard estate. This vineyard is named after a Totem pole that was the founder of Inglenook Winery, Gustav Niebaum. Their Mole Hill vineyard is located high on the slopes of Howell Mountain at about 1600 feet. Still has 8-10 years of good life ahead of it. Photos of the Lail Vineyards and small estate building without a tasting room. — 8 years ago

Harry Wong

9.3

I don't normally drink whites but this is pretty damn good. — 10 years ago

Raymond Domenico

9.6

This is the best wine my grandfathers made. Even got a picture of him drinking it. This Syrah is huge in body and spicy like no other. Intense black peppercorn on the nose, lush creamy berry up front. Finishes again peppercorn spice. This is as good as it gets. — 11 years ago

Rick Lopus

9.7

Like a laser, but loooong — 11 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.1

Here's a finely balanced #bourgogneblanc that drinks so pleasantly by itself - touch of oak, good acid, a bit more fruit forward but still some steely minerality. It's a really versatile pairing wine - believe it or not, it paired well with some mild enchiladas and refried black beans, with that brightness and fruit cutting through the richness of the cheese and beans.
— 7 years ago

Keegan Leary

9.0

Ruby color with aromas of raspberry and strawberry. Medium acidity and low tannin. Dry. Medium finish of tart raspberry. Good starter or served with something like salmon or greens. Wouldn't play to well with a more meaty entre. Price is right under $20 but we could probably do better. — 8 years ago

Patrick Tse

9.8

Rochioli West Block might be my favorite. 2008 is also drinking very well right now. Bittersweet that this is our last meal at Scopa. It's been a delicious run. 😢😋 — 8 years ago

Frank Rotello

9.2

Still shows deep fruit. Blueberry and such. Medium tannins, juicy finish. Lovely — 9 years ago

Robert dietterle

9.1

Pulled from the wine fridge and enjoyed this with fresh Salmon.
Very berry on the palate but not jammy.
Well rounded smoooth finish with barely a hint of tannin. Wonderful! — 9 years ago

Ted O

8.9

Always a nice sparkler. Enjoying this one at Giada in Vegas. — 10 years ago

Spencer Burgin

10

Refreshing on a hot afternoon if chilled. Underscores of tropical flavors, citrus, and Apple — 11 years ago

Andrew Lohse

9.3

A seriously mysterious wine - idiosyncratically traditional, traditionally idiosyncratic. Secondary and tertiary aromas shine, but there’s still plenty of fruit - apricot, nectarine. Smoke, Stone. Wow. — 7 years ago

Helen M Gaydos

9.4

Finally it's come into play! Sanguine with wild strawberries dancing. Discreet fruit but delicious. This is a winemaker to keep watch on and 'throw down' for the cellar. — 8 years ago

with Scott and Mark

Matt

9.0

Becoming one of my fav NV as of late. Balanced and pure with a mix of all things great Champagne has to offer. Deliciousness that will smoke almost anything at this price point. — 8 years ago

Sam Zavari

8.9

Raisins and dark fruit with a currant finish. Sweet but not stewy. Young and easy to drink without being boozy. Good quality. $16 — 9 years ago

Lisa Winter

9.9

Wonderful w/braised lamb shank or lomo saltado sous-vide... Converted a beer drinker into a red wine aficionado! — 10 years ago

Nell Herberich

8.9

Light and refreshing. Fruity flavors with slight vanilla undertones. Very crisp, but has a slight bite in the aftertaste. Would be great with mussels, crab, or a sharp cheese platter. — 10 years ago

Ken Pahlow

9.6

Cool shit going on in the Macon. But, this Domaine been killing it for a while. — 11 years ago

with Thomas, Erica and 1 other