Roberto Carli

9.3

Tightly wound nose, lots of beeswax, white florals and some stone fruit, rounded by oak. Palate in unfortunately alcohol-first (I guessed 14.5 but it’s 15!) but layers of texture. Good bit hot, more pedigree than magic — 6 months ago

Todd Anderson

8.9

Well made. Short finish. — 8 months ago

Brendan Baker

9.1

Lemon zest, green apple, fine bead, mineral, linear 🍋⚡️ — 2 years ago

Brittany Anderson

9.4

Floral nose, light body, berries and sweetness. — 5 years ago

Michael Schollmeier

10

Very good, — 7 years ago

Pavle Milić

9.5

I just had this with some Strozzapreti with freshly foraged morels and in season peas...and the whole thing just sang. 'sous viele' Chard at its finest. Engaging, distinctive, and downright delicious. All I'm gonna say is : FAUQUETTE! — 9 years ago

with Nathan

Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.1

A blend of Grenache from the right side of the Rhone river and Syrah from the left side cooler adds some freshness — 10 years ago

William Goldsmith

9.5

Excellent 2011 from mag. Sad I don’t have more. — 6 months ago

with Lesley, Harry and 1 other

Tom Garland

9.2

1 hour decant(little fine/cloudy sediment). A breathtaking dark magenta color. On the nose: jumping from the glass are stewed cherries/plum, herbaceous, licorice, roasted meat, earth, touch of menthol. Taste: elegant, juicy, velvety wine with dark cherry, pepper, chocolate, cedar, and a anise/tobacco medium plus finish. From the Sonoma side of the Mayacamas mtns. Purchased on a recent visit...beautiful indoor/outdoor tasting room featuring their small production wines. If you want to throw down some serious change they offer a terrific multi course food and wine pairing in the underground cellar. — 9 months ago

with Brenda

Norman Gennaro

9.4

Powerful but the comparison to the Corton was difficult — 2 years ago

Neal Dessouky

9.2

Great vintage for this wine. Many years ahead but showing well. — 5 years ago

Nic Z

9.0

Ripe red cherry notes. Nice structure — 7 years ago

Nick Davis

9.4

Yummy cheesy! — 9 years ago

Michael Molesky

10

Delightful lychee on the nose. Such a great balance of aromatics, minerality and acidity. — 10 years ago

Zack Hall

9.2

Menthol rubber plus — 6 months ago

Charlie Tapp

8.9

Needs time. Black fruit and dark flowers. — 8 months ago

Jay Kline

9.2

Popped and poured into a decanter 30 minutes prior. Served double-blind. In the glass, the wine appears a deep garnet with some light staining and what appears to be some slight sediment. Medium+ viscosity. One the nose, a fascinating mix of spiced apple sauce, Fig Newtons, cherries, bruised strawberry, red plum, pink peppercorn, rosemary, baking spices, and pool raft (yes, that’s what you read)…and maaaaybe just a touch of the mouse which could be a clue as to where this might be from. On the palate, the wine is dry, medium tannin, medium++ acid, and alcohol medium+. This wine is complex with a long finish. Frankly, this is incredibly quaffable and ever so pretty! While I think could last longer, the low addition of sulfur has me thinking it’s best to drink these in the next few years. After all, they are delicious right now. — 10 months ago

Paul Chang

9.2

This was our second bottle. First was uninspiring and despite the 97pt RP rating, found it to be disappointing. The trick is to let it breathe for at least an hour to let the flavors develop. It is no Opus One but very satisfying with a juicy steak or just plain enjoyment! — 7 years ago

Neil Cornish

9.0

Wild and lively. Has some raw red meat. Develops polish with air. Electric. — 9 years ago

with Jon

Patrick Cappiello

Wine Director/Partner Pearl & Ash, Rebelle NYC; Wine Writer Playboy.com

9.7

It's on! #lapaulee — 9 years ago