Esprit D&

Department 66

D 66 Côtes Catalanes Grenache Blend 2009

Ming L
9.3

As one can expect for a Dave Phinney wine, this is rich and ripe, but it has so much more to offer at year 14. Blueberry, fig, tobacco, cracked pepper, dried mushroom, and slight hint of barnyard. On the palate it’s juicy yet soft and ultra smooth. The finish is long, candied, and earthy.
My 2nd and last bottle. At its peak.
— 2 years ago

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Spinifex

Esprit Barossa Valley Red Rhone Blend 2017

Very special rose from Barossa. Savory and ripe red berry flavors and intense flavor and long lasting. Will chill it and drink more later — 5 years ago

Renato Ratti

Ochetti Nebbiolo D' Alba 2014

Such a beautifully expressive & high toned Langhe, if only other Langhe's could give back so much at a young age. — 9 years ago

John liked this

Domaine Zind Humbrecht

Terroir d' Alsace Riesling 2011

Fresh and easy drinking Riesling with flavor of citrus, apple and petrol smoke. Balanced taste. Recommended pair to sheep or goat cheese. — 9 years ago

Podere Rocche dei Manzoni

Big 'd Big Barolo Nebbiolo 2000

Drinking tonight 12/30/15. 05a great year. — 10 years ago

D. Ventura

Viña do Burato Ribeira Sacra Mencía

NY Times top 20 under $20 — 10 years ago

Mastrojanni (Poderi Loreto e San Pio)

Vigna Schiena d' Asino Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2015

100% Sangiovese. Soft and velvety but oh so expressive! Aromas and flavors of red and black fruits. Complex accents of forest floor, tobacco, dried herbs, black licorice and coffee. The fruit is bold, but it keeps the noteworthy tannins and alcohol in lovely balance. Oaky on the finish but not overpowering. Beautiful wine. Thank You so much, Kase. — 3 years ago

Daniel, Paul and 1 other liked this

Shingleback

D Block Reserve Shiraz 2013

Super good! Typical Aussie style, big, but opened up very nicely after decanting. Not jammy, a little tannic, but overall great — 5 years ago

Domain d' Andezon

Côtes du Rhône Syrah 2017

a little acidic at first but it really opens up as you drink it. i like it more and more. — 5 years ago

Brewer-Clifton

3-D Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2015

Strong cherry essence with farm funk on the nose. A quintessential Pinot Noir. Delightful with roasted chicken and veggies. — 7 years ago

Paul and Karilyn liked this

D. Henriet-Bazin

Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Noirs Champagne Pinot Blanc

YES. So much yes. Obsessed with the red fruit finish that lasts and lasts. — 9 years ago

Domaine Barville

Esprit Côtes du Rhône Grenache Blend 2015

One of the tastings at the wine museum at chateauneuf du pape! — 9 years ago

Landron Chartier

Esprit Détente Coteaux d'Ancenis Gamay

My new house wine. Easy and fun. — 9 years ago

Les Terres Blanches (Céline et Benoit Blet)

Les Terres Blanches Pot D' Vache La Vacherie Gamay de Bouze

funky nose! bright and juicy on the palate. reductive, mossy, but floral nose, and bright raspberry/strawberry/red fruit flavors on the palate. def a good choice for lovers of a gamay with complexity! (of which i am one) — 10 years ago

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Stefan, Milissa and 18 others liked this

D. Ventura

Pena do Lobo Ribeira Sacra Mencía 2012

Great balance between white pepper and minerality. A little too light for bbq but great for 2+ glasses with a full moon out tonight. 2012 Ribiera Sacra - Pena do Lobo. Nevermind the thirsty monkey #riberasacra #redwine #red #spain — 10 years ago

D-Cubed

Napa Valley Zinfandel 2006

Tannins gone silky — 11 years ago

Delas Frères

Saint-Esprit Côtes du Rhône Red Rhone Blend 2018

Had this at Carretta on the Gulf with the Huyck’s. — 4 years ago

Maison de Grand Esprit

Cuvée Grand Esprit Marquis de La Mystèriale Champagne Blend

This is definitely an extra dry. The champagne starts dry and finishes dry. In between there is nice green apple. A very nice drinking champagne!!! — 5 years ago

Bodega Fundada

Albariño D' Fefinanes Albariño 2015

Nice Albariño. Citrus and florals present. Great summer supper. Purchased at Keif & Co in NOLA — 8 years ago

Brasserie d’ Achouffe

Chouffe Houblon Dobbelen IPA Tripel

Ming L
9.0

Creamy and hoppy with grapefruit like bitterness on the finish. Can't go wrong with Chouffe. — 9 years ago

Bellwether

A&D Vineyard Finger Lakes Dry Riesling 2013

Michael Meagher MS
9.3

Crystalline minerality, crunchy and tart fruit (green apple, white peach, lime), searing acidity. World class Riesling. Keep it up New York! — 10 years ago

Michael and Chris liked this

Tablas Creek Vineyard

Panoplie Esprit de Beaucastel Red Rhone Blend 2005

Really has held up quite well. You can see the southern Rhone inspiration but the breadth in the mid palate belies it's California qualities. Great example of age worthy CA red. — 10 years ago

Domaine Borie de Maurel

Esprit d'Automne Minervois 2013

Fresh, light for a southern wine. Perfect in summer with a fresh salad ! — 11 years ago