Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

I keep trying Anthill Farms in hopes of truly appreciating their craft. To this bottling, I’m sadly not there. They make decent Pinot but there are others better at the same price point or less.

2005 shows evolution but is still quite big. I would say it is overly extracted.

The nose shows ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, strawberries, raspberries and some blueberry hues. Soft dry soil, limestone, dry, crushed rocks, light baking spices, red cherry cola, dark, red, blue florals, red roses & liquid violets.

The body is round, ripe and lush; blackberries, dark cherries for days, strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate and blueberry hues. Soft dry soil, dry & fresh herbs, moist clay, limestone, dry, crushed rocks, light baking spices; clove, cinnamon, light nutmeg, vanilla, melted caramel, red & mid berry cola, mid, dark spice, dark, red, blue florals, red roses & liquid violets, nice rainfall acidity, well balanced, big structure-tension, elegant finish that lasts a minute and lands on fruit, herbs and earth.

@TheView — 10 months ago

Randall Brater

9.0

Consistent with notes from @Jason Brater. Went beautifully with charcuterie. — 4 years ago

Joshua Fisher

9.6

Winemaker shown — 5 years ago

Sean Vitale

9.1

Back to back Anthill night... The bird is taking a while to cook — 6 years ago

Mike Obley

9.4

Still young. My favorite PN from this talented group — 6 years ago

with Lauren

Joe Roth

9.1

Wow! What a surprise. Really well-structured. — 7 years ago

with Jeff and Michael

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.2

Consistently good. — a year ago

Jody Scharf

9.2

ripe, delicious, nice acids, lighter side of dark, holds together well, big fan of blends. — a year ago

Atticus Honore

9.0

Ripe red fruit but still balanced — 4 years ago

with Hallie

Kristen Grimes

9.5

Ripe red and black cherry aromas with underlying earthy/herbal notes, lots of tart acidity, balanced by the cherry fruitiness and a bit of body. Medium tannins come through at the end for a long finish. (Note: blend of Sangiovese, Cab Sauv, Syrah, Petit Verdot) — 4 years ago

Rhonely Boy

9.1

100% Zibbibo (Muscat), old vines planted in 1945. 13.2% ABV

Muscat done as orange wine in clay Amphora, and some time under Flor. Dried apricot, floral, terra cotta notes & texture. Dry, long finish. Very nice, fun & exciting. — 5 years ago

Gregory Fulchiero

9.2

More Reserved and old world style of RRV Chardonnay than the opulent and butter driven styles we’ve come to expect. Best on day 2 and 3. — 6 years ago

Blake Walker

9.1

Friggin’ delicious. Drinks like a $40+ Pinot for less than $20! Fresh tilled soil, minerals, red cherry & cranberry notes. Medium bodied. No jam. — 7 years ago

Lyle Fass

Founder Fass Selections

9.3

Wonderful but a tiny bit thin. — a year ago

John Willison

9.0

Strawberry, raspberry, limes. — 2 years ago

Eric Urbani

8.9

From my home state of Michigan comes this surprisingly good rose of Pinot. — 2 years ago

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

9.0

Black Star Farms ‘Arcturos’ Dry Riesling 2019: Light acidity. Bright fruit. Clean & refreshing taste. Apple. Pear. Apricot. Citrus. Stone. Crisp, off-dry finish. All in all, a beautiful & surprising Riesling from the great state of Michigan. So surprised I had to bring back to my hotel room! Happy Sunday! Cheers🍷 — 4 years ago

ScottandTina

10

Amazing! Just as good as chateau Fontaine — 5 years ago

Collier S. Wiese

9.5

Outstanding! This is a fantastic example of what can be done in Michigan. Full as dry with smoothness. A must drink in the summer. — 6 years ago

Delia Sarich

9.3

Light, bright, delicate and dreamy. — 6 years ago