Clos Du Val

Librandi

Magno Megonio Val di Neto Magliocco 2015

Peppery, herbal, big. Reminds of a good non Rhône Syrah. Exiting wine. Should improve over the years. — 6 years ago

Clos du Val Wine Co.

Napa Valley Merlot 1996

David T
9.1

It's in solid shape. Dark chocolate & mocha powder influenced; blackberries, dark cherries, cherries, strawberries, plums, just a whiff of green bell peppers & jalapeño, crushed brown volcanic rocks, mushroom, steely minerals, dry stems, decayed floral bouquet, fudge w/ nuts, orange peel, chocolate pudding, rich semi-sweet black turned earth, dry stones, vanilla, light spice-box, grilled meats, cigar, used leather, steeped tea, brewed dark roast coffee, anise, toffee, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, brilliant acidity, great; balance, tension, length, structure with a round, lush, full evenly mixed blend of all of the above on the long finish. Crazy, complex, every changing in the mouth beautiful Merlot. What was Paul talking about in Sideways? I'm thinking Mediterranean prepared Lamb Shank pairing. Oh...what were you doing in 1996? — 7 years ago

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Jody Scharf

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Raising 3 not yet teenage girls. That was fun. Then the millennium came. Let's just say. Different!

Domaine du Clos de l'Elu

Indigène Vin de Pays du Val de Loire Red Blend 2013

Super fresh lively awesome. Wine I could drink anytime all the time — 8 years ago

Henri Bourgeois

Petit Bourgeois Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Husband loves this crisp SVB - great with lobster! — 9 years ago

Le Grand Ballon

Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc

Not the highest. Light, smooth, very little tropical (grapefruit). Summer sipper. Go with most anything. — 10 years ago

Pierre Morlet

Grande Réserve Brut 1er Cru Champagne Blend

Kathy Berez
9.0

Great value... — 7 years ago

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Catherine et Pierre Breton

Val de Loire Grolleau 2015

30 August 2016. Verre de Terre, New York, NY. — 8 years ago

Val Frison

Goustan Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs Champagne Pinot Noir

18 July 2016. The Four Horsemen, Brooklyn, NY. — 8 years ago

Bodegas La Val

Licia Rias Baixas Albariño 2013

Grapefruit forward wine. Great summer sipper — 9 years ago

Château du Val d'Or

St. Émilion Grand Cru 2010

Very nice and balanced right bank. Bright acidity comparatively and bold with plenty of flavors to enjoy. Pairs well with chocolate tart with a raspberry sauce. — 9 years ago

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Domaine de la Pépière

Cuvée Granit Vin de Pays du Val de Loire Cabernet Franc Blend 2012

Pizza, Côt, karaoke. What more do we need? — 10 years ago

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Clos du Val Wine Co.

Carneros Chardonnay 2013

Beautiful pale gold in the glass with thin edges. Pineapples, pears, honey crisp apples, and vanilla on the nose. The aromas don’t try to overpower you with, instead they subtly seduce you. Plush mouthfeel and incredible balance. This is not a stereotypical buttery Chard, nor is it overoaked. There’s oak to be had here but just about the right amount. On the palate, the citrus qualities come to life more but not in an overbearing manner. Lemon, more pears, and melon on the forefront with butterscotch and apple pie on the backend. A little unexpected spice note on the finish takes this baby home. Classic but not austere, a bit of elegance without the pomp. Very nice stuff. — 7 years ago

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Cascina Val del Prete

Serra de' Gatti Barbera d'Alba

Interesting combination of animal aromas, figs, and sweet spices. Want to try again with a nice dinner. — 8 years ago

Moutard Diligent

Val de Mer French Sparkling Brut Nature Rosé Blend

Very good. Slightly sweet, could be a good digestif too. Medium bubbles. Almost fruity flavour — 8 years ago

Patrick Piuze

Val de Mer Vaillons Chablis 1er Cru Chardonnay 2011

Showing well. Moderate Chablis character with good balance. Have had some premox issues with this producer but this bottle was fine. — 9 years ago