David Hook Wines

Smith & Hook

Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Still a good cab but not as good as previous vintages. A bit unfortunate, but this wine has gone full blown super market class. — 3 months ago

David Léclapart

L'Amateur Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Chardonnay

A medium lemon color with energetic effervescence. Tiny, fast paced bubbles. Honey and yeast aromas immediately upon opening but it gets so much better from there. Big citrus notes of lemon zest and melon. Chalk, flowers, and moist earth.

What a weird, singular, and gorgeous champagne. Straight out of Trépail with a wine a blanc de blancs that displays purity, focus, and the terroir. Zero dosage and remarkable acidity. An intense champagne on day one but becomes more approachable the next day.

The palate is emotional and deep with a plethora of fruits. Hazelnuts, brioche, and caramel. Green apples and peaches for days. A dazzlingly array of notes here over two days. Ethereal and wonderful.
— 5 months ago

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Michael David Winery

Inkblot Lodi Petit Verdot

So big and bold but fruity nonetheless. Loved it with a steak. — 6 months ago

Michael David Winery

Freakshow Lodi Red Blend

Enjoyed this cab on September 20,2023. Happy birthday, dad. Wish you were here.,, — 9 months ago

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David Marcel

Pipeño Aupa Maipo Valley Pais Cariñan 2021

Light and dry but funky, almost yeasty tannins mixed with berries. Distinct old vine Chilean varietals that I would like to see more of. — 2 years ago

Michael liked this

Sébastien David

Kezako Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Cabernet Franc

Delish- fruity, fresh but a undertone of funk that’s great — 4 months ago

Shelley Ragan
with Shelley

Smith & Hook

Central Coast Proprietary Red Blend 2019

Dark purple, earthy and brambly…chalky tannins…reasonably balanced acid/tannin relationship. Reminds on southern Rhône. Very good. — 5 months ago

Bodega El Esteco

Don David Reserve Malbec 2022

Smooth, medium body, a bit dry on its own, rounds out nicely when paired with Chateaubriand. — 6 months ago

Michael David Winery (Michael & David Phillips)

Symphony

An old standard in our household. Velvety smooth, rich juicy berries. Glad we can purchase Freakshow even at Costco in TX and have a solid, boozy Cab at the ready. — 3 years ago

Tim Schroeder
with Tim

David Duband

Nuits Saint Georges Pinot Noir 2006

Solid Wine — 4 years ago

Ron RMo Salem
with Ron and Mo
Ron, Severn and 23 others liked this

Michael David Winery

Petite Petit Lodi Petite Sirah Petit Verdot 2020

Inky, robust, smooth, heavy mouthfeel, brief lingering — 4 months ago

Bacchus Cellars (David Gordon)

Ginger's Cuvée California Pinot Noir 2021

Way better than it should be for the price — 5 months ago

David Duband

Côtes de Nuits-Village Pinot Noir 2020

This is very good for not much aging and the price. Lovely nose and mouthfeel. Cherry, with a bit of funky farmyard on the nose. Superb. — 6 months ago

Hook & Ladder

Estate Bottled Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2018

First time having their vino. Need more! — 9 months ago

David Arthur

Meritaggio Napa Valley Super Tuscan Blend 2015

Amazing Bordeaux blend. Very structured and balanced. Wine club from wine steward. Tries on 3-19-20 during Corona
Quarantine
— 4 years ago