Ross Estes Blum

10

Grapes and Grey Matter—This wine IS delectable and Eric’s social consciousness orients one’s Grey Matter towards a greater awareness to make this world a better place. That’s a rare feat! — 6 years ago

Martin G Rivard

10

What a beautiful person inside and out! I'm blessed beyond measure to be able to call him "Dad". Words can't adequately express how much I Love him. We opened a few bottles last night that I will hold near and dear to my heart forever. We are celebrating his completion of 6 rounds of chemo therapy in his battle against Prostate cancer. This is his 3rd time in the ring against this opponent and it appears that he's won with a unanimous decision by knockout at this time!!!!!! Love you dad!!!!! So proud of your strength through this process. My Father was born in 1940. A difficult year to say the least:
Germans entered Bordeaux in June of 1940. As dictated by Hitler himself, it was the sworn duty of each and every commander to search and seize whatever could be used for the advancement of the German cause. Bedlam broke out. Chateaux' were ransacked, wine cellars were looted if not used for target practice. The Chateauxs were forced to continue producing wines. It's poetic justice that Mother Nature provided the Germans with the worst growing season from 1940 to 1944!!!! The Germans left Bordeaux in 1944 to the cheers of the residents "Au Revoir Les Allemands"!!!! The 1940 bottle that we enjoyed this evening survived World War II. It Survived the ransacking, pillaging & plunder of countless German soldiers. It's outer capsule showed evident signs of its struggle but it's inner beauty was unblemished and glorious. I've had many, many vintages of Latour from 1928 and on but none have ever tasted as perfect as the one we enjoyed tonight. This 1940 was perfect. It was a fighter, it never gave up, it never relinquished in the face of adversity. That's my Father, that my role model. He's a beautiful person inside & out. I think 1940 is the best vintage that I have ever had the privilege to enjoy. Special thanks to my good friends Michael Troise whom provided me with much of the insights in regards to the incredibly difficult vintage and David Page whom gifted this bottle to me for our celebration this evening. I will never forget your generosity. It was a glorious evening to say the least!!! Wine has a way of bringing people together and encapsulating an evening and event. I couldn't think of a better way to rejoice in his victory than to open a Father & Son birth year wine. — 7 years ago

with Ryan, Christine and 1 other

Jim McCusker

9.1

Our second chard that hasn't been buried in oak, I chose this based on the fact that I figured William Fevre would do justice to Chilean chardonnay grapes...and I was right. If ypu close your eyes this might be pegged as a Premier Cru burgundy. Excellent balance in terms of fruit and acidity, this is probably the best white we've had in Chile. — 8 years ago

with Vanessa

Frej Helstrand

9.0

La Justice - amphore chardonnay — 8 years ago

David H Smith

10

White Burgundy - v nice — 9 years ago

Dennis Turner

9.4

Outstanding old style burgundy. Perhaps not its finest year but at ten years old drinking beautifully. — 9 years ago

Zachary Sussman

Wine writer PUNCH

10

I really can't do justice to the delicacy, the beauty, the structure. The best bottle of Bordeaux I've ever had. — 9 years ago

Julia Weinberg

9.3

Peter Weygant sharing the wine & knowledge #lapaulee2014 — 10 years ago

with La and Max

Carter Proctor

9.0

Dark smooth with deep hints of cherry, spicy foods really do the bottle justice — 11 years ago

Bob McDonald

9.0

An Aglianico from Campania. Mouldy Savoury raspberries with aromas of barnyard and stable manure. Intensely savoury. My notes do not do justice to this Central Italian Red. In summary I very much liked it. Tasted again 9 weeks later. Notes as above but seems more highly savoury with notes of wet nappy and geranium. Don’t get me wrong but highly recommended. — 6 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

10

I don't really want to describe it as I know there's no way my words will do it justice so take what I write here and times that goodness by 100. It's a rose gold colour on the eye with the finest streams of bubbles rising in the glass. On the nose it's like cherry jam on toast with exceptional acidity that makes it so fresh and vibrant. I regret saying other wines are smooth because this champagne is the definition of that! It's juicy on the palate with a sturdy backbone and flavours of apple and berries coming through. I would run a marathon just for another sip of this amazing elixir. — 8 years ago

Gadi Karpel

9.0

90/100
Vintage 2014 — 8 years ago

Tristan Levey

9.1

Thanks @Les Huisman, this was great! — 8 years ago

with Les

Jen Donaldson

9.5

Oaky, smoky, blackberries and yumminess. Loved this, Rebelle has so many hidden gems in their wine list! — 8 years ago

Christine Havens

9.5

What can be said about d'Yquem can only be expressed in poetry, even in a modest vintage like 1998. It is an inner sanctum, a fragrant garden, a poignant release that is both profound and glorious. Descriptors cannot do it justice, sensual and honey-drenched layers of apricots, vanilla bean, creme brûlée and almond pastry. Viscous and glycerol-laden in the mouth, offset by dazzling acidity, dried fruit—quince, more apricots. A silken, pure, honey-spun web of delight. I'm rambling, but d'Yquem does that. — 8 years ago

Jordan Gianelli

9.1

Tremendous amount of oak tannins. — 9 years ago

Mike Martin @TheWineShepherd

Wine Buyer Vintry Fine Wines

9.1

Undeniable Pinot fruit.. Round with curves and refinement. Extra Brut does this wine justice... — 9 years ago

Jason Pineda

8.9

Nice Bordeaux blend by small winery out of Spokane. Could use some time in the bottle to integrate I believe. — 10 years ago

Kevin Yen

9.7

2013/9@Shanghai — 10 years ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Clear dark red. Sour red currant and leather on the nose and palate. Medium acidity and medium plus grippy tannins. We had it with Greek cuisine. Does a moussaka justice. — 7 years ago

with Jay

Melonie Marie

9.0

Bold berry fruit complimented by earthy mineral notes. — 7 years ago

Hugo De Pree

9.7

Silky smooth. The nose takes you into the vinyard... The taste is just divine. A perfect red burgundy. 1.5 hrs after opening still getting better and bigger. — 8 years ago

Carson

9.1

@Ted Corvey Held onto it as long as I could. That's not to say I was saving it, but I just was waiting for the right time. Tonight was that time. I took refuge from the hordes playing Pokemon outside and cracked this bottle and poured a glass. Despite the deep purple robe, it doesn't even do the flavor justice. Humongous waves of plum, blackberry, and black cherry give way into cayenne with a hint of something I can't quite put my nose on. Huge tannins leave the palette simultaneously dry and salivating. It's a great wine, only deducted points because it's not my preferred style. Still, this is a wine to be respected. — 8 years ago

Bob Barry

General Manager Winebow

9.3

2005 in 3 lit. At OPC. No words — 8 years ago

Holly Orchard

Certified Sommelier, President of Savvy Cellar Wines Inc.

9.5

Wow... Just, wow! This champagne has strength and finesse – words will never do it justice. Layers and layers of mineral, stone, flowers, vanilla, caramel, exotic fruit, and a richness that is hard to put into words, balanced by delicate acidity. What a great way to celebrate New Year's eve! — 8 years ago

David Wanek

9.6

I'm a sucker for some Dr Crane — 9 years ago

paul lalli

10

Sweet with hint of acidity. Peach and citrus notes. — 9 years ago

Jose Alonso

8.9

Vino interesante, productor a controlar — 10 years ago

David Bourke

9.7

My perfect Pinot. But has the price with it — 10 years ago

Steve Friend

9.6

Words can't do this justice! Thanks to the legend for sharing. — 10 years ago