Domaine Tardieux Gal

La Jota Vineyard Co.

Anniversary Release Cabernet Sauvignon 1997

Yet another Napa Quake survivor. Probably my favorite winery and wine (really the Cabernet Franc) this old friend (was going to gal, but trying stay under the radar) held up just fine. @LaJotaVineyards — 2 years ago

Nury Wood
with Nury

Sauvignon Republic Cellars

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019

My favorite white from my favorite gal. — 4 years ago

Domaine Alain Chavy

Puligny-Montrachet Chardonnay 2013

As I learn about some of these better White Burgundies, the element or really more a "consistent trait" is a simple joy that flows onto the palate that's like a warm smile from the right gal at the big party. Nothing at all sinister- just that warm welcome that promises to bring a good time along with it. The nose seems right in step with the aforementioned grin, with notes of nougat, golden-hued wrapped in a subtle, near-neutral bit of barrel. As it has breathed it's shifted into a more "relaxed gear", and is spreading out, revealing more of itself. Reaching the back of the palate and leisurely 'becoming' a finish it reflects the best bits of its strengths on the mid-palate.
#IpaidforthisoneoitnofnpocketandgladIdid
— 7 years ago

Beth Zitzman
with Beth
David, Keith and 1 other liked this

Turley

Pesenti Vineyard Paso Robles Zinfandel 2018

Fabulous. Great gift from my favorite Zin gal. — 3 years ago

Barbolini

Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro

A reminder that I owe Lambrusco a love letter. Usually I’m more of a di Sorbara gal, but this Grasparossa di Castelvetro has me hooked: violets, black cherry, cassis, a lot more earth than I was expecting, tart and chalky, like liquified smarties (but in a good way!) and just a hint of Welch’s grape jelly— all backed by a nice rustic tannin structure and topped with a delicate mousse. It’s a shame that Barbolini will no longer be exported to the US, though I can’t blame the Italians for wanting to keep it all for themselves. — 4 years ago

Ira and Paul liked this

Domaine du Bagnol

Cassis Clairette Blend 2016

Drinking this beautiful Rosè, on a beautiful day in Cassis with my beautiful French sister! Not typically a white or rosè gal, unless I'm spending my summers in the South of France! Très belle❣️ — 7 years ago

Paul liked this

Domaine Courtault-Tardieux

Le temps des Aunis Pineau d'Aunis

Tasty acidity, light bodied berries, mini tannic finish. — 4 years ago

Château Joanin Bécot

Côtes de Castillon Red Bordeaux Blend 2009

Sean Trapani
9.5

Lovely, soft old gal with tons of fruit left in her. Bold summer berries on the approach that yield to sun-dried plums across a cocoa bridge. — 4 years ago

David, Angila and 15 others liked this

Dave Phinney

Locations E1 Grenache Blend

“E. E-gal...easter...easter parade hahaha! Emilio easter parade!” Name that movie and i will tell you why i loved this — 4 years ago

Owl Ridge Wines

Passalacqua Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

What a surprise. Old gal was drinking beautifully and had tannins to boot. Cassis and more old world in style. — 7 years ago

Kyle Harvey
with Kyle
Kyle, TheSkip and 4 others liked this
Ted Corvey

Ted Corvey

This was drinking really well. Smooth and savory all the way through the finish. Blueberry, raisins, and baking spice. Nicely balanced.
Kyle Harvey

Kyle Harvey

If I said I remembered much about this wine, I'd be lying
9.0