Michael Schamis

9.6

It’s incredible, this wine doesn’t look like it’s aged a day since I first tried it 9 years ago at the winery. A deep purple color in the glass that barely fades at the rim. The nose is soft and pure brunello, dusty earthy notes of sour cherry, anise sand a touch of dried porcini. The palate shows wonderful structure and acidity for 15 years of age. Rich fruit notes with notes of dark earth lead to dusty, drying tannins. The finish seems everlasting with acidity dancing on the tongue along with a hint of spice. I really do wonder how far this would have gone. Wonderful wine! — 3 years ago

with Kati

Kat R

9.7

Birthday purchase. Really enjoyed it! Tart but balanced. I’d seek this wine out again! — 4 years ago

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9.3

Bouchard’s Blanc de Noirs Val Vilaine is especially strong in 2017 and also a fabulous introduction to this range of magnificent Champagnes. Beautifully resonant and inviting, the 2017 is so gorgeous. Pear, baked apple, dried flowers, mint and spice all build as the 2017 opens up in the glass. More than anything else, the 2017 impresses with its poise and raciness. The slightly reductive character found in some previous releases is not present in the 2017, and that really lets the purity of the fruit shine through. Bouchard does not push this site to the degree he does most of his other vineyards, so the Val Vilaine doesn’t quite offer the complexity of the top wines here, but words really can’t do justice to just how delicious the 2017 is. Don’t miss it. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, December 2019)
— 6 years ago

Jessica Stewart

9.0

A gorgeous burnt yellow color. Had this with seared scallops and a cold veggie pasta salad. — 6 years ago

Eleanor Gee

9.2

Yum, dry, gentle — 7 years ago

Sanjay Sadhu

9.0

Very nice crisp Albariño — 8 years ago

Donald Williams

9.7

Viña Mein, a wonderful white wine from the Avia Valley in Spain. — 3 years ago

with Bonnie

Canon Thomas

9.1

Val do Salnes. Floral, salty sea breeze, peach. — 4 years ago

Diane Dubansky Haase

9.0

Don’t mind if I do after a big Packers win today!! 💚 🏈 💛 — 6 years ago

Andrew Holod

National Sales Grapes of Spain

8.9

Adegas Gran Vinum Mar de Viñas Albariño Rias Baixas/Val do Salnes 2018
A glass w work lunch of homegrown tomatoe/avocado and tinned sardines.
Medium yellow color. Aromas of drupe fruits (peach/apricot). Mouth is more about peach pit with a hint of bitterness and a savory, salty element. Went better w the tomatoes than the sardines (umami harmony?)
Disclaimer that I import it. — 6 years ago

Valerie Gavoni

9.5

Sweet and tangy — 6 years ago

Sheila StCyr

9.3

Crisp, clean, citrusy with just a hint of peach! Delicious and affordable! I do love French Sauvignon Blancs! — 7 years ago

Seth Morgen Long

Broker • Arterberry Maresh / Winemaker • Morgen Long

9.0

Intriguing to see Albanriño be taken seriously — 8 years ago

Benno

9.0

Pretty good depth and texture here - nicely done — 4 years ago

Jim Nelson

9.3

Haven’t had this in years and missed it like crazy — 4 years ago

Sara Thomas

8.9

Lovely! Bright, lemon/lime, white peach, lime blossoms. Minerally and very refreshing! — 5 years ago

Karen Tripson

9.0

My favorite of Val do homem although I have consumed cases of the Vino verde — 6 years ago

Randy Fuller

9.1

This yellow-gold wine has aromas that are more herbal than floral, with savory dill bolstering the citrus and stone fruit. The palate carries much citrus along with savory balsamic notes. Acidity is great, and makes for a lively pairing with a variety of salads and seafood. — 6 years ago

Timothy Lynch

9.1

How do you rate an exceptionally fun wine that consists of Pinot Noir/Cab Franc/Négrette/Gamay Noir? Easy! Start at nine points and work up. (A slight chill is highly recommended and it will match perfectly with whatever you're pulling from the grill. God bless the French.) — 7 years ago

Peter Coulthard

8.9

Far better than Aldi and it's price label - an enjoyable and easy to drink white. Not exceptional but great value. — 8 years ago