Aha Wines

Donkey & Goat

The Recluse Broken Leg Vineyard Syrah 2012

This was my first “Aha” wine and is still one of the most unique Syrahs I’ve ever had. — 6 years ago

Toso

Brut Chardonnay

Great Brut. Fresh, light with the aha aftertaste.

Drank with tvp at downtown market on 3/11/18 with brunch
— 7 years ago

Cyril Zangs

Double Zéro Eau de Vie de Cidre

Absolutely gorgeous. My aha moment for Eau de Vie. — 8 years ago

Cherry Pie Wines

Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir 2011

Our last Cherry Pie from a discovery a few years back. Still delivers that initial aha memory. Bold strawberry, with barnyard undertones. — 9 years ago

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Clos Les Lunelles

Côtes de Castillon Red Bordeaux Blend 2005

Aha! Sing me a song of six pence! An amazing show of beauty and grace. Well liked by all with firm chewy tannins. This could have gone for another 5 - 10. Yum, sad to see you go, glad to have more space.. — 10 years ago

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Francesco Rinaldi e Figli

Barolo Nebbiolo 1964

I rated this 10, because I honestly can't imagine how it gets any better than this. This wine is awesome, totally kickass. It has everything you'd expect in a very old Barolo, yet has life and fruit and vibrancy. Amazingly, it has years to go and is still getting better. A huge aha experience. — 10 years ago

Renato Ratti

Marcenasco Rocche Barolo Nebbiolo 2007

I guess this is still a baby, but we are sitting here planning our Italy trip for this summer and I have to open something!

This is just starting to turn orange on the rim-- which to me is amazing to me, a 07 brunello would be garnet throughout by now. On the nose I get licorice and other roots, and white pepper with mild cedar. Nothing about this is fruity or Rosy.

On the palate... There isn't a ton going on (hence the 50 dollar price maybe?). The licorice and spice persists but this doesn't lead to an aha moment. This tannins are big and bold for a 2007. Perhaps even massive. So not being an expert on Barolo at the present time, Im not sure if it will improve. My hunch is No.

92+ points
— 6 years ago

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Cantina Bartolo Mascarello

Barolo Nebbiolo 1971

Jordan Salcito
9.6

Finally had my aha moment with this wine. Pristine bottle from a stunning vintage. Thrilled and privileged to try such a great example. A revelation for me. — 7 years ago

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Michael Herzog

Michael Herzog Influencer Badge

Impressive at 48! Vietnam still going and Apollo 13 the year this was bottled.

Bodega Catena Zapata

Gualtallary Adrianna Vineyard Malbec 2009

Absolutely excellent. Could stand to age for several more years. Herbal notes on the nose and surprisingly soft and elegant on the palate. An aha wine that will make you a true wine lover/nerd. — 8 years ago

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Domaine de la Fouquette

Cuvée Rosée d'Aurore Côtes de Provence Grenache Blend 2015

Aha. Found a dry Rose that I really like. Finally. Crisp and fresh, nice minerals, almost like a German Riesling. This is a winner. Rating affirmed 9/18/16. — 9 years ago

Promise Wine

Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

F S
9.4

Aha!!! We came up on this thanks to a friend. Oh Jah ja Jah!!! — 10 years ago

Aha Wines

Bebame El Dorado County Rosé Blend

Tangy and smooth....gahhhh — 10 years ago

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Linne Calodo

Cherry Red Zinfandel Blend 2016

Every time i open this, it’s an aha moment. Powerful cherry on the pallet with a long smooth finish. So delicious. Besides, it’s Valentine’s Day. Pop the cherry. . — 6 years ago

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Tommasi

A Vintus Selection Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Corvina Blend 2012

During Wine Appreciation in my college years this was one of the “aha!” wines I tried during the sensory analysis labs we would take. I just remember tasting this and thinking, “I had no idea a wine could be this rich and dense.” The mouth-drying sensation of the tannins was also a very appealing and intriguing characteristic that I fell in love with.
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Perfumed with cocoa, molasses, dried raisins and cherries, and sweet tobacco. What a delicious wine.
— 6 years ago

Krystal Vento
with Krystal
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"Odedi"

"Odedi" Influencer Badge

Nice wine 🍷

Bodegas y Viñedos Valderiz

Ribera del Duero Tempranillo 2011

Consistent 3 bottles in. You ever have an aha moment. This is it! — 8 years ago

Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1995

How did I get this lucky? An "aha" wine for California, I am always overwhelmed and grateful to drink such a special wine, especially with the man who crafted it. Plush tannins so soft I'd like to take a nap in them and rich, forest floor that someone was kind enough to sprinkle with raspberries and plums. — 8 years ago

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Luigi Righetti

Campolieti Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore Corvina Blend 2012

T Mato
9.0

In Kumamoto, after the AHA instructors' meeting, old faces gathered at a wine bar that I don't remember. Full body with a good flavor of oak. — 9 years ago

Giuseppe Quintarelli

Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Corvina Blend 2004

F. Me! This was an aha wine for us. Dirty elegant, heartbreaking he is no longer with us. — 10 years ago

Kylie
with Kylie