Aficionado

Faustini

Play Date Napa Valley Rosé of Syrah

Im not really a rose aficionado but wanted something a little different than just white on a hot summer afternoon and red just was not an option. I was completely impressed! Great body, refreshing not to light with a hint of fruit at the end of every sip. I would definitely have this at home for guests who wants to try something new. — 10 years ago

Euskal Herrian

Txopinondo Sagarnoa Basque Cider

Not a cider aficionado, but I like this a lot: crisp and dry with a clove-y finish — 10 years ago

Peachy Canyon

Old Bailey Paso Robles Zinfandel 2011

I really love this one. Maybe not quite as good, but similar, to Tolo. Very light and drinkable Zin with bright fruit. Would never impress a real aficionado but lovely to me right now. — 12 years ago

Jen Powelson
with Jen
Dave Buck

Dave Buck

I really love this one. Maybe not quite as good, but similar, to Tolo. Very light and drinkable Zin with bright fruit. Would never impress a real aficionado but lovely to me right now.

The Other Guys

Leese-Fitch California Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Nice vino!! This bottle was given to me as a gift from another wine aficionado...very pleasantly surprised...mildly sweet & fruity...not too bold...pairs nicely with olives... I liked it! — 10 years ago

Daniel Gehrs

White Hills Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2011

Loved it - no wonder it has won so many awards. Top notch Chenin Blanc. Clean, crisp, and very good flavor. Makes a good Pinot Grigio taste like tap water. Glad my wine aficionado neighbor introduced this to us. — 10 years ago

Lachini Vineyards

Rosé Pinot Noir 2012

Chad K
9.7

A neutron bomb of strawberries, with hints of wild fruit, fresh herbs, blossoms! "The best Rosé I've every had"- Roz, my wife & Rosé aficionado! — 12 years ago

Columbia Crest

H3 Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Not usually a red wine aficionado, but I do like this one. No " bite" — 12 years ago

Kudos

Carabella Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012

Stunning Pinot Noir from Willamette! Luscious strawberry and dark cherries, and a nice leafy herbality on the nose and pallet, sliding into a white cracked pepper and black tea on the back and sides of your tongue. Just as you fall into comfort, it all fades into bliss, leaving a pleasant truffle and vanilla oak wrapping that begs you for a second sip, and a third. Definitely for a French Pinot aficionado to try as well! — 10 years ago

Lorenzo Begali

Recioto della Valpolicella Classico 2010

I don't normally drink desert wine, but when I do....

Kidding aside this is killer, acidity , freshness tannin, it offers a great experience for the wine aficionado and the novice.

Black cherry, cassis. As huge as it is it is just as fresh. Full bodied , fresh acidity and ripe tannins. 13.5 abv!
— 11 years ago

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Roots Winery

Klee Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2011

Not an Oregon aficionado. But this was stellar for the price. Amazing what a nice wine will do to an otherwise cheesy label. — 12 years ago