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9.7

The 2018 Angélus is striking. Cabernet Franc aromatics make a strong first impression. Vibrant and delineated, the 2018 is incredibly refined in every way. The move towards a bit less extraction really seems to let the purity of the fruit come through. The same is true of a reduction of oak. All the elements come together so effortlessly. The 2018 has all the richness readers expect of Angélus, with much more finesse and more overall vibrancy, a combination that works so well. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, March 2021)
— 5 years ago

Orlando Müller

9.6

Moschus und Geranien. Steine.
Vollmundig. Scharf.
Langer Abgang. — 5 years ago

Ian Staub

9.1

As expected from Enfield, this oozes class and balance. Not as austere as true Sonoma Coast, and not as sauvage as the northern Rhône, this has pretty ripe black and blue fruits while still possessing all of the beautiful floral, smoky, meaty, peppery elements you’d expect from top notch Syrah. Tannins are resolved and acid plays a leading role, keeping this fresh and exciting. Enjoyed over two nights with Szechuan (and Szechuan leftovers). Perhaps a bit subtle for the food, but still delicious. — 6 years ago

Andrew Mecoli

9.1

Currently in a good place, with the expected tobacco and leathery notes coexisting perfectly with the darker fruit elements. Great now, I wouldn’t wait much longer. — 7 years ago

Ben Parker

9.3

Dark fruits, spices, and some other subtle elements in the nose. Rich, complex, and delicious on the palate. Wonderful! — 8 years ago

Evan Keaschuk

9.1

Rich and round with ripe citrus notes, though lovely acidity. Definitely tastes older than it actually is — 8 years ago

Martin Bergo

9.2

Probably the best Pinot Gris I’ve had in many years; in a perfect alsacian style. — 5 years ago

Paul J

9.0

45+ decant but needed closer to 2 hours. Dark purple in color. Nose was all over the place - US, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy. Wine had minimal fruit, plenty of wood, and lots of Portuguese elements. Would have guessed California or Portugal if having blind. Depth was medium as well as the finish. Ample tannins. Expected more from the label and vintage. — 5 years ago

with Brooke

Aaron Tan

9.4

There's so much going on here. The contrast between oxidation and freshness, the oakiness, hint of ladybug, tension between ripe rich Chardonnay fruit and chalky minerally elements, grippy structure, and long airy finish - love it or hate it, there's just no denying the wine's complexity. Disgorged Oct 17'. — 6 years ago

Matt Perlman

8.9

Beautiful light cloudy rhubarb/garnet color. Medicinal sour cherry and vibrant tangy strawberry. Lacks the complexity and funky/savory elements of the top Jura examples but compensates with purity of the fruit — 7 years ago

Bruce Nance

8.9

got the 2012 at grocery outlet north hayward. careful with that foil! outstanding nose: blueberries, licorice, and cedar. lighter bodied, tangy berry flavors with welcoming acidity on the finish. for $4.99 this wine offers excellent value. a terrific vintage. showing well! — 7 years ago

Randall Brater

9.1

Dry, medium tannins. Smooth and velvety. Elements of ink and cassis. Paired very well with paella. — 8 years ago

Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

9.3

Tasted side by side with the 2013 Lineage. Tough battle but bottle age has definitely helped this bottling. Mix of deep garnet and ruby red. Straight from opening there were lots of savory elements mixed in with red and black berries. Some floral notes too like roses. As it opened up over the two hour period there was petroleum, dark cocoa and cinnamon. Over the evening, additional notes of dark ripe fruits and even more spices, even slightly savory ones. So balanced for how young this is. Started out with heavy tannins (8/10) but mellowed and rounded out to a solid moderate tannins (6.5/10) over the two and a half hour decant. Rounded medium plus body that will develop further with time. Started off with some darker cherries and light greenery with a bit of leather. Even a bit of spices. Great acidity giving this strong backbone and a semi-dry long finish. This will be singing given another five years and drink will over the next twelve. Tons of potential and very surprised by this caliber of wine coming out of Livermore Valley. Great job Steven! — 9 years ago

with Sean and India

Paul J

9.1

Big wine. Dark purple color. Blackberry dominates the nose with some floral elements. I’d say it’s 75% Napa Cab and 25% Brunello. Big tannins. Give some air. Not my style, but enjoyed its uniqueness. Drank a bit young. — 5 years ago

with Brooke

Paul J

9.3

1hr+ decant and needed every bit of it. Fruit forward nose with lots of Pinot elements. Wine was refined and silky, with more tannins than expected. Cherry fruit mixed with meat and a touch of spice. Not what I was expecting from this, but very nice. — 5 years ago

with Brooke

Dan R

9.0

From magnum. Very complex and wild. Red fruit, leather and mineral, with some tobacco leaf. Tannins are melted, this has a sexy texture. There are some woody elements, as well as some VA and Brett, but neither was overwhelming in this particular bottle. A treat. — 6 years ago

Sarah Oettel

9.1

At FLX Table — 7 years ago

Andrew Mecoli

9.2

The alcohol is still too present, but the lovely black licorice and floral elements are enough to already make this a great Barbaresco. In a couple of years it should balance out perfectly. — 7 years ago

Lindsey King

9.1

I forgot that I had this but I did not forget that I liked it. — 8 years ago

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9.4

Beautiful. Right in the middle between youthful fruitiness and mature tertiary development, showing some elements of both. Delightfully perfumed on the nose, full in the mouth, and smooth on the finish. A real treat. — 9 years ago