Bodega Elvira Calle

Château Peynaud Bagnac

Bordeaux Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

This is a nice surprise for #MerlotThursday.

Pretty color of dark ruby with a wide brick rim.

On the nose, red currants, plums, blueberries, cherries, vanilla, black tea, tobacco leaf, light vegetables, cedar, licorice, mint, spices, vinaigrette, earth and black pepper. Really lovely nose.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with black currants, plums, cooked cherries, oak, vanilla, licorice, spices, tobacco, dark chocolates, espresso, black tea and peppercorn.

Medium finish with medium plus tannins and pomegranates.

This 8 year old is still drinking nicely, although past its peak. Showing nice complexity, especially on the nose. Tangy and very easy to drink, with a nice mouthfeel.

Good right out of the bottle and better after 90 minutes of airtime.

Wine Enthusiasts 89 points.
Thank you David and Elvira for sharing.

I paired it with a big piece of steak and grilled asparagus.

A blend of 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc.

13% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$15.
— 4 years ago

Julia, Ted and 25 others liked this

Bodegas Atalaya

La Atalaya del Camino Almansa Garnacha Tintorera Blend 2016

Color Violeta, espeso bordes rubí, limpio buena viscosidad. Lagrimas largas y gruesas. Aromas frutales, con predominio Mora, cereza, chocolate. Estructura alta, robusto, acidez media, taninos nobles, larga permanencia en boca
En Madrid, calle virgen de la consolación 8
— 5 years ago

Brandsen

Calle Estate Malbec 2017

Malbrc maravilhoso. Bom custo-benefício. — 5 years ago

Rombauer Vineyards

Carneros Chardonnay 2017

Pale lemon in color with a yellow tint.

Strong nose of citrus, vanilla, oak, butter, spices, melons, red apples and lemons.

Full bodied, bold and buttery, with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with lemons, grapefruits, apples, pears, almonds, pineapples, oak, vanilla, spices, sea salt, minerals and white pepper.

Long finish with tangy limes.

This is a great Chardonnay from Carneros, California. Buttery and bold and not too oaky, even for my taste.

Very smooth and enjoyable by itself or with food. Rich and extracted.

Robert Parker 90 points.

Thank you, Elvira for sharing. I paired it with Cheeses, crackers and great company.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$39.
— 5 years ago

Shawn, Casey and 23 others liked this

Cantine Maschio

Calle d'Oro Prosecco

Really enjoyed the dry apple flavours. — 7 years ago

Columbia Winery

Cellarmaster's Columbia Valley Riesling 2008

#AgedWineTuesday

A very interesting color of yellow, with an orange tint.

Strong nose of over ripen apples, Indian spices, melons, minerals, honeysuckle, white pepper and cooked lemons.

Medium plus in body and buttery, with medium plus acidity.

Medium sweet on the palate with ripened citrus fruits, lemons, honey, yellow apples, apricots, tropical fruits and white pepper.

Nice length on the finish with spices and limes.

This is a nice surprise. A delicious 12 year old Riesling from Washington State. Rich and expressive.

Nicely balanced with enough acidity to balance the sugars. Delicious by itself and the tangy finish makes it interesting.

Although it is still very enjoyable, it is on the decline now, and was probably better a few years ago.

Thank you David and Elvira for sharing this with me. Tasty and delicious.

I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

10% alcohol by volume.

93 points.
— 4 years ago

ESF, Ira and 16 others liked this

Cousiño-Macul

Antiguas Reservas Maipo Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

It's time for Cabernet for my #FridayCabernetfix. Here is a nicely aged one from Chile.

Dark ruby in color with a wide brick rim.

On the nose, blueberries, black cherries, black plums, oak, vanilla, licorice, spices, chocolates, dark coffee and black pepper.

Full-bodied, smooth and elegant, with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, sweet cherries, raisins, vanilla, oak, licorice, spices, chocolates, tobacco, mocha, leather, light bitter herbs, light earth, vinaigrette and peppercorn.

Long finish with smooth and elegant tannins and tangy cherries.

What a nice surprise. This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Chile. Nicely aged with nice balance and complexity.

Good right out of the bottle and better after 45 minutes of airtime in a decanter.

This 12 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Chile is drinking extremely nicely now. Peaking now, with great complexity and a soft mouthfeel. Very tasty all by itself.

Thank you Elvira for sharing.

This is a great example of an under $20 wine that becomes delicious with proper aging.

I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.

14% alcohol by volume.

94 points.

$17 (Current vintage).
— 4 years ago

Michael, Josh and 17 others liked this
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If ever in Santiago, an easy winery to get to from the Metro.
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Tyler Winery (Calle Sillix)

Sillix Santa Ynez Valley Syrah 2011

So glad I tucked this one away. It’s a treat. Savory, light on the tongue. — 6 years ago

Bodega Calle

Reserva Alberti La Mano Derecha Cabernet Sauvignon

Aged 12 months in oak and it shows. This wine is delightfully rich without being heavy. Excellent berry flavors with deep oak essence. Perfect with pasta and steak. — 6 years ago

Le Calle di Catocci

Poggio d'Oro Montecucco Sangiovese

A really good intense wine — 7 years ago

Justus Rippert
with Justus

Le Calle di Catocci

Riserva Poggio d'Oro Montecucco Sangiovese

Had a 2003 in 2020... took a bit to open up. Smooth, acidic and intense!! Love it!! — 4 years ago

Wissam Nasr
with Wissam
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High Valley Vineyard

High Valley - Lake County Petite Sirah 2011

Dark ruby in color with a short and cloudy, reddish rim.

Fruity nose of blackberries, cooked cherries, dried figs, licorice, oak, vanilla, vinaigrette, tobacco leaf, cocoa, coffee, black pepper, dark chocolates and spices.

Full bodied and smooth with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry and fruity on the palate with blackberries, black cherries, raisins, dried figs, tobacco, wood, vanilla, cloves, coffee, chocolates, cola, light vinaigrette, peppercorn and spices.

Medium finish with fine grained tannins and chocolates.

This is a delicious 9 year old Petite Sirah from Lake County. Very tasty with a lot of chocolate notes. Nicely balanced with nice complexity.

Good right out of the bottle, and did not need much to open up. Peaking now.

Thank you Elvira for sharing.

Not from a great vintage, but this is showing very nicely now. Tasty, rich and delicious.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$25 (current vintage).
— 4 years ago

Josh, Dick and 13 others liked this

Silverado Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

This 15 year old Napa Cabernet is very enjoyable. Showing black fruits with earth notes, wet leaves, herbs, cedar, leather, vanilla, licorice, spices, chocolates, tobacco, mocha, coke and peppercorn.

Full bodied and smooth with medium acidity and long legs.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

Earthy nose and fruity on the palate. Very tasty and interesting. Showing great complexity and mouthfeel.

Wine Enthusiasts 88 points.

Needs 2 hours to open up properly and show some tannins.

I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc.

Thank you, Elvira for sharing this with me. Delicious.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$45 (current vintage).
— 5 years ago

Alex, Willie and 19 others liked this

Bodega Calle

Dharma Red Blend

Like a thief in the night, it slips down with a light, innocent sweetness...but then instantly explodes in a firework of aged berry liqueurs with a raw almond almost carbonated champagne finish. Superb. Great label as well. — 6 years ago

Aldo Viola

Guarini Syrah

Absolument delicieux ...recommandė par le serveur de ESTRO calle pantalon å venise ( RESTAURANT TRES AGREABLE , METS DELICIEUX ET RAFFINĖS ) — 7 years ago

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Telmo Rodríguez

Gaba do Xil Valdeorras Godello

Gusto, Calle Alemanes, 23, 41004 Sevilla — 7 years ago

Bodega Elvira Calle

Alberti 154 Malbec 2014

Rich taste with deep fruity and smoky notes. Makes me want to smoke a cigar while reading a classic in my leather armchair — 8 years ago