Ron R

9.4

So, Anne-Marie wanted a rescue dog, and after two weeks, I require a rescue. He goes by Miller, and he’s a little Jeckel and Hyde, but every day we see forward progress. He likes Napa cabs, particularly Outpost. Miller’s notes were that this 16 is drum-tight. Nose presents coffee, spice box and overripe black fruits. The palate goes on for dog 🐶 days, woof! The finish is intense, tannic and ripe. Do I detect a smidge of Pup-Perroni doggy treats? 🐶 — 5 years ago

with Anne-marie

Dawn E.

9.2

This is a beautiful wine! Very Chablis in presentation! Loads of stone fruits...white flowers...acidity is awesome..with generous salinity to coat your palate! I am enjoying this a bit chilled but not enough that the glass looks cold. Thank you @Ron R and @Anne-marie Beausejour for a nice recommendation! 😉 — 6 years ago

Ron R

9.4

Date night with Anne-Marie. We were introduced to this wine by @Martin G Rivard. So consistent, and in our opinion, under the radar. Lovely poise and balance, with restrained power. Loving this and my wife tonight. — 6 years ago

with Anne-marie

Alexander Vadas

9.3

Zero sulfur with spritz. Someone likened to kombucha which is fair albeit with minerality of a good wine. We debated its age-ability, I think it can. Nose was on fire. Drank over 24 hours and it kept giving. — 7 years ago

Riyaz Bhaiwala

9.5

From Anne Marie and George for house warming — 7 years ago

Ron R

9.7

The man, the myth, the legend (Mike Smith, with his wife) decided to throw us a bone and grace our dinner. How cool is that?
This wine is so complete. A meal on its own. Black as the night in the glass. Nose displays maple syrup and a hint of balsam. Huge mouthfeel, with a teeth-staining extraction. So plush and sweet. Still very primary, more bottle age will take this to an even better place. Anne-Marie (my wife) in the middle. From magnum. — 7 years ago

with Mike, Anne-marie and 7 others

Shay A

9.1

Attended a virtual tasting with Anne Parent, winemaker for Domaine Parent. The Domaine started making wine back in the 17th century. Many thanks to my good friend @Mike R for setting it all up.

What makes this wine special (aside from the fact that it’s only produced in special years) is the fact that it’s not a typical Bourgogne...70% of this wine comes from the Village of Pommard (70+yr old vines) and 30% of this wine comes from premiers crus vineyards. Clearly a step up from most producers typical Bourgogne, which is a massive amalgamation of fruit. A true testament to Domaine Parent and the threshold for quality.

30min decant and then followed it over the next two hours. Beautiful out of the gate, with so much floral and spice aromatics. Potpourri, spiced rhubarb, dried cranberries, fleshy black cherries, black tea herbal nuances and a brief sweet note of brown sugar. Fairly mellow and plush on the palate with classic underbrush, typical Pommard dried red and black fruits, and a tart, energetic and delicious finish. Nothing thin or overly herbal here. Like a Rivers-Marie Sonoma Coast with more restraint. Wonderful QPR. — 5 years ago

Ron R

9.6

Date Night - A tremendous gift from @Martin G Rivard! Actually, I kind of begged him for this as Anne-Marie loved the wine. Just like toilet tissue, this wine is on a roll!
Reminds me of roasted chestnuts, cinnamon and cut flowers on the nose. Palate is perfectly balanced, and multi-layered. Nice display of maraschino cherries and hints maple syrup. Tannins are perfectly poised. Acid is in check. Primo... — 6 years ago

with Anne-marie

Hampus Bejnö

9.0

Söta sexiga bär — 6 years ago

Mandi Speidel

City Territory Chicago, Maverick Wine Company

9.4

Pink’ing in 2019 — 7 years ago

Carl Fischer

9.4

LOVE this Chardonnay. To me, it was like Goldilocks: not too this, not too that - just right...there’s oak, but not too much, there’s acid, but not too much, there’s fruit, but not too much, it’s Cali but not too much, it’s Burg, but not too much...you get the idea. I think this has broad appeal (except if you only like a “Steel” Chard). Paired so well with truffle pizza and then a lemon (!) pizza.
Completely new to me so thank you @Ron R @Anne-marie Beausejour for sharing this gem with us! — 7 years ago

with Anne-marie and Ron

Ron R

9.6

This is titties, period.

Anne-Marie and I are with the “Herd” in SD. Bill Bender is hosting, and I swear I’m gonna break down his back doors before the weekend is out... — 7 years ago

with Bill, Carl and 6 others

Ron R

9.7

When Anne-Marie tasted this, she was in raptures - @Martin G Rivard, thank you so much for this gem!
Huge extraction, ultra rich presentation. The nose is dominated with maraschino cherries, blueberry jam, and a whiff of talcum powder.
The palette is stunning. Dense and in-your-face. Tannins keep pumping. This exemplar presented so well. A head-spinner. Thanks so much, Martin!!! — 8 years ago

with Anne-marie

Dawn E.

9.3

Really Really great Sauvignon Blanc! Perfect balance of fruit and acidity.. Alc. 14.5% ..not sure where it is...coats your mouth like candy. 😁😉.
Thank you! @Ron R &
@Anne-marie Beausejour ...great recommendation! — 5 years ago

Ron R

9.8

Storming @Mike R and Rhonda’s cellar, which is broad and deep. First time trying this, and @Anne-marie Beausejour and I are in love. Excellent showing. Texture, layers and a pristine tannic structure, make this a near perfect wine. Stunning. Thank you Mike and Rhonda! — 6 years ago

with Mike and Anne-marie

Asha

9.5

Amazing! Got the bottle directly from the family! Their wine is really spectacular and it is family owned! — 6 years ago

Ron R

9.1

Anne-Marie rated this 92, I gave it 90, so we split the difference. Notes of guava and white melon on the nose. Delicate notes of passion fruit and honeysuckle on the palate. Inoffensive, but lacks a little character and complexity. Having said that, it doesn’t cost a king’s ransom, so, net net, it’s a buy. We purchased this on allocation, so, very pleased with the outcome
Stop Press: That’s my tuna tartare in the foreground... — 7 years ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.4

Time to celebrate 🎉 Here’s to @Mike R, Me too... so celebrating with Anne-Marie. 🙂 — 7 years ago

with Anne-marie

Chris Sowick

9.3

Great Napa blend. From Anne Marie and Rick. $108.00 — 8 years ago

N O

10

Mind blowing — 8 years ago