Ripe plums, vibrant acidity, subtle wood. Alive. From 40yr old Petrus cuttings. — 11 years ago
2010 Esprit de Beaucastel Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah, Counoise, Paso Robles, California, propagated from cuttings from Chateau de Beaucastel. Mourvèdre adds earth and mid palate richness, Grenache fruit lushness, Syrah tannin structure and aromatics and Counoise acidity. Beautiful wine with class and sophistication, no sign of heaviness here! Certified organic. 14.5% abv — 11 years ago
We both loved this one! Eric got it from his wine club and gave it to us when we borrowed his go pro =) We had it with sushi because I was too busy to cook and it didn't pair that well but would definitely have it again with something more hardy. Mmmmm... — 10 years ago
Jeff G's birthday mag after the roll downs were pulled at K&L. From vines planted in the 1950's in Cramant & Oiry, still the source of cuttings for Launois' massal selections. This is a very rich, creamy BDB that goes deep on minerality, even in a fatter vintage. — 10 years ago
Pic of jacuzzi grama's passport photo. Yes the jacuzzi family invented the first hot tub-for one of their 13 kids who had arthritis...the first jet/pump was made to sit in a bathtub. Last of 13 died in 1/14 at age 105. There are now 800+ members of the jacuzzi family. They are not winemakers-their neighbor is and borrowed their name and property to honor the family. — 11 years ago
Dense inky color. Mineral driven with silky tannins that grip a little on the end. Black and red fruit flavors. Well done. — 10 years ago
Cherry tootsie pop (borrowed that). I mean that in a good way. — 10 years ago
Roel van der Burg
Sommelier at Restaurant Entrepot
Nearly extincted grape variety, home to Corse. Antoine Arena took cuttings from the last remaining vineyard and planted it back. Structured white with a salty touch. Makes me want to taste his Patrimonio wines even more... — 10 years ago