Cruz Alta

R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Rioja Rosé Blend 2010

Absolut outstanding rosé. Was looking for years to finally drink it. and I was not disappointed. Aged cherry and strawberry notes witha hint of tannins, a hint of smokey tobaccos, etc etc etc — 4 months ago

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Bodega Catena Zapata

Catena Alta Historic Rows Chardonnay 2022

Herbaceous, hint of mint and lemon, paired beautifully with a basil infused white fish. — 3 months ago

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Rhys Vineyards

Horseshoe Vineyard Syrah 2012

The softness reminded me of a cool location something like the north coast. — 3 months ago

Tyler, Andrew and 2 others liked this

Arnot-Roberts

Fellom Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Mary H
9.0

Well-made single varietal cabernet grown near Monte Bello. Smooth blackberry and graphite. Round and medium weight mouthfeel. Less complexity given the single varietal but made with finesse. — 6 months ago

Rhys Vineyards

Alpine Vineyard Chardonnay 2016

Perfection, even in a bad glass. — 7 months ago

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Cruz Alta

Reserve Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Delicious. Vibrant, bold, berry flavor with a really great price tag. — 10 months ago

Forlorn Hope

Suspiro Del Moro Silvaspoons Vineyard Alvarelhão 2007

This wine is excellente! Deep silky dark fruit. This is a great sipping wine, yet it will sing with a thick steak or juicy grilled pork chop. This is a 2007, so good luck finding one. — 9 years ago

Mount Eden Vineyards

Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Winemaker dinner at Nari. This was clearly young and tasted next to the 2011 missing the depth of maturity — 3 months ago

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Oops. That’s disappointing…
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It’s just too young. The older 2011 version was excellent.
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2011 would rate a 9.4/9.5

Bodegas Riojanas

Monte Real Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2005

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a couple hours. This bottle of the 2005 Gran Reserva came from a Library Release in 2022 so the cork was perfect. The wine pours a garnet color with a translucent core; medium+ viscosity with light staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of tart, ripe and some dried, mostly red fruits: Bing cherry, raspberries, plum, tobacco, leather, dill and assorted dried garden herbs, gentle baking spices and dry, dusty earth. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long. This is in a lovely spot and yet, has a long life ahead. Drink now with some patience and enjoy through 2045. — 3 months ago

Scott@Mister, Andrew and 11 others liked this

Arnot-Roberts

Trout Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay 2021

2021. Drove to Omaha to attend an Arnot-Roberts wine class and tasting, and got there early to enjoy some delicious oysters with a bottle of fantastic Chardonnay that wasn’t on the tasting list. Unfortunately, Nathan Roberts flights were delayed and the class was cancelled, but we’re going home with a bunch of tasty wines instead! — 4 months ago

Vanessa, Dave and 7 others liked this

Bodegas Ramón Bilbao

Crianza Rioja Tempranillo

Had in València. We really like this Rioja. Dry and smooth. A definite buy. — 6 months ago

Bodega Catena Zapata

Catena Alta Historic Rows Malbec 2013

Well the wife got brave and opened a bottle I didn’t want used in a sauce the other day. Probably had her dad over since I was on a bis trip. Glad I got to try. Nice wine. — 7 months ago

Rhys Vineyards

Horseshoe Vineyard Chardonnay

A tasting of nine Rhys Chardonnays spanning 2007-2019. A pre-release peek at the 2019. — 4 years ago

Shay, Daniel P. and 13 others liked this

Bonny Doon Vineyard

Le Cigare Volant Réserve en Bonbonne Red Rhone Blend

39.97 from new season. Balanced. Round. Worth the price. Would buy again — 7 years ago

Celler Cecilio

Black Slate La Vilella Alta Vi de la Vila Priorat Garnacha Blend 2013

Jan 31, 2018. Top Ten, on the bar list. Easy drinking, Priorat. Would be great everyday wine. Dark fruit, rich earthy wine. Grenache blend. Yum — 8 years ago

Podere Poggio Scalette

Il Carbonaione Alta Valle della Greve IGT Sangiovese 2011

Blackberry jam. Leather, spice, herbs, tobacco. Violets. Intriguing oxidized quality. Supple, lingering acidity and long finish. Very groovy. Thank you @Gene Bodemer ! — 9 years ago

Mount Eden Vineyards

Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2013

Winemaker dinner at Nari. Fabulous and if not tied for WOTN it might win in some cases. — 3 months ago

Scott@Mister, Tom and 6 others liked this
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They make a brilliant cab, too, as I’m sure you are aware…

Bodega Catena Zapata

Angelica Zapata Alta Malbec 2020

J. Rached - Abr/2024
Álcool 13,7%.
— 4 months ago

Ridge Vineyards

Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Almond butter. — 5 months ago

Andrew, jesus and 1 other liked this

Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Chardonnay

Vanilla nose with some acid and minerality. Lemon and citrus flavors paired well with salmon. — 6 months ago

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Tom liked this

Mount Eden Vineyards

Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay 2020

2020 vintage. A fave CA chard and producer. Medium-medium heavy body. Tasting slightly more tropical and advanced with less acidity than usual. Still absolutely delicious tho. Would like to retaste and reevaluate in 5-6 months tho. Based on 30 vintages of tasting this particular wine, betting it reconciles any tawdry, fleeting concerns that occupy my compromised palate and right quick. 01.22.25. — 9 months ago

"Odedi", Bob and 14 others liked this

Rhys Vineyards

Alpine Vineyard Pinot Noir 2007

Wow! Tart dark red cherry. Opaque ruby color, still opening up. — 4 years ago

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Bonny Doon Vineyard

A Proper Claret Santa Cruz County Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Peppery, acid, lighter on the fruit. This would pair really well with chili or a similar dish — 7 years ago

Sharon and Shawn liked this

Bodegas Bilbainas

Viña Zaco Rioja Tempranillo 2012

Buttery. Heavy on your tongue. — 9 years ago

Ridge Vineyards

Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Merlot 2010

Paired well with a lamb, eggplant purée, fava beans, piquolo pepper. Would also pair with a medium rare magret duck or other game. — 10 years ago