Patience is rewarded. This beast has mellowed into a dark fruit, espresso and earthy juice that’s a pleasure to drink. Just enough acidity. Tannins have grip and elevate this baby into something big and worth drinking. Those Beaucastel descendants know what they’re doing! — 8 years ago

Love that co-ferment with the Viognier helps to elevate the acid and power of the Syrah, need a lamb lollipop — 10 years ago
Initially hot and herbal. But evolves quickly to soften and elevate fruit while keeping enough austerity to work with the Indian food challenge! — 11 years ago
Very aromatic, tons of red fruit and some floral notes. I'm sure time will elevate this even more but very delicious right now! — 12 years ago

Completely agree with @Antonio Galloni ‘s assessment... “One of my favorite, go-to affordable Bordeaux. Delicious.” This Cru Bourgeois is 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 21% Petit Verdot. Considering I spent the morning at Lokoya and the afternoon at Diamond Creek two things are true... one, it’s always worth some time to seek out values... and two, this is one of those values to seek out... (hint... it’s available at Enoteca in Calistoga).
Black licorice, black cherry, cedar, and underbrush. The medium body seems to elevate the flavors just enough to make this distinctive. — 8 years ago
What a birth year wine. Amazing bottle, dark, nutty, vinous and such a pleasure to sip over the course of an evening. After an hours, this really blossomed and showed a freshness of character which the slowly dissipating bubbles helped to elevate. Thank you Andrew Riechers 🙏 — 9 years ago
Dense yet beautiful nose. Palate was fine and proper, but failed to elevate. A solid wine. — 9 years ago
Elevate your concept of "pizza wine." Even better on day 2. #barberadalba — 11 years ago
Dry sherry with bubbles. The bubbles elevate the bone dryness of this wine that makes it so spine tingling. — 11 years ago
Two vineyard sites at play in the Prieler, one of slate (for structure) and limestone (creaminess). Perceptible toast on nose, more integrated on the palate. Elevate is mix of small and large barrels. Fruit shows with pronounced minerality. This wine is all about structure, big structure. — 13 years ago
Paired perfectly with chicken biryani. Fruit helped elevate the dish. Delicious — 9 years ago
This highly polished Junmai is the sake equivalent of silk, light smooth & beautiful. If they left the bottle handy a person could get in serious trouble. Should elevate the belt fish simmered in soy broth. Even more. — 10 years ago
Just because it isn't a "typical" Crozes-Hermitage doesn't mean it isn't tasty. This wine is very clean and modern with plump, blue fruits and soft tannins. A little more acidity would elevate its flavor, but this wine is still charming and versatile. — 10 years ago
Really loved this! Best part of my meal. Went great with a burger but definitely velvety and delicious enough to elevate to something fancier. — 11 years ago
Un buon Gewürztraminer questo della Cantina di Bolzano, rapporto qualità/prezzo sicuramente vantaggioso ma senza aspettarsi vette troppo elevate. 2011, 13,5 gradi alcol — 13 years ago
Shengli Hu
Elevated perfume of rose, banana, and strawberry. Cured meat, sanguine, and saline on the palate and finish. Elevate acidity, light body. — 8 years ago