Day 1: Very light and fruity- I was expecting something heavy and a little bitter, based in what I'd read of the grape. But it was quite easy to drink and went well with my steak and salad. I would have picked slightly lighter fare than steak if I had known this wine would be so lively! If I can get this again, I will age it to see how it compares.
Day 2: Matured noticeably, much more body, less easy drinking but still delicious, if not moreso. I now get a slight oak(?) edge, with notes of coca. I do get a bit of fruit, but it's bow blackcurrant. So if you did not like this Tempranillo when you opened it, try it the next day. It transforms quite a bit. I liked both. A perfect wine experience.
— 10 years ago
2006 vintage. At 34 with a hamburger. Deep ruby hue. Coffee bean, leather and earth. Blackberry (ripe), cassis. Hints of manure. On the palate, good concentration, medium plus tannins - chunky. Medium plus acidity and full bodied. Medium plus alcohol and finish. Decent fare which is drinking well now but can keep for another 5-10 years. — 11 years ago
amazing Rhone rosè from @garagiste_wine for $10!Would be a great one at 2x the price. Gorgeous watermelon flesh color, nose of fresh cherries, tomato Vine, strawberry. Great balance of acid and fruit with lingering finish, would pair well with a wide array of summer fare. Blend of 50% Syrah, 21% Cinsault, 18% Grenache , 6 Counoise, 5% Mourvedre. Sad I bought only 1. — 11 years ago
Nice acidity balanced with deep fruit - think passionfruit or rhubarb - that drinks well with most everyday fare. For example, goes very well with anti-Franco-chillimac :) — 11 years ago
Lean Chianti pairs well with summer fare - blue apron chicken bologonese — 10 years ago
This may very well be thee best Rosé I've ever had. Light & subtle, perfect blend between dry & delicately sweet.
Glad I bought 2 bottles. — 10 years ago
Very delicious full bodied Tempranillo. Allow it to breath a little, and you'll be rewarded by a rich and smooth body that pairs well with Italian fare (I had it with pizza). Got it from Costco for $12. — 10 years ago
This is a very drinkable blend with a great price point. Medium bodied, drinks well in it's own and likely pairs well with light fare. — 11 years ago
Clarity, well balanced , dry, a perfect medium body chardoney to go with light fare like the white wine mussels I made tonight — 11 years ago
2003 was a year of extremes in Burgundy, with spring frosts and crippling heatwaves later in the summer, so how did the Lucien le Moine Chambertin-Clos de Bèze fare? Extremely well. Penetrating aromas of cherry and black raspberry, dried leaves, forest floor, woodspice, and anise lead into firm structure and a brooding, sensual intensity. Mineral notes, exotic spice, and black tea add dimension. My only criticism is that the finish is slightly short, and it is a touch more advanced than expected. — 11 years ago
Bold and rich - full of tobacco and dark fruit. Very well developed Garnacha. Drank it on its own with no, but could certainly have introduced some lighter fare to the party. — 12 years ago
Oh. My. God. A+++++! Smooth. Velvety. Light nose and mild. Goes down so easy with a nice linger (and a touch of bite at the end characteristic of a Malbec). Would pair well with lighter fare in lieu of a white; or sip solo. — 10 years ago
This wine was a nice complement to both fish and beef from Peruvian fare. While somewhat young and tannic, the wine is nicely balanced with enough acidity to go extremely well with food. As a standalone I feel that more time in the bottle is required. — 10 years ago
Fare well Charly — 10 years ago
The 2013 vintage is golden straw colour and 13.3% ABV, 100% Chenin Blanc by winemaker #andrzejlipinski This off dry white is great with spicy Mexican or Asian fare. Aromatics of candied lemon, orange blossom, Asian pear, ripe golden delicious apple, and secondary of white pepper and a hint of canned mandarin orange. This is a beautiful Chenin Blanc with lots of acidity, mouthwatering, smooth and medium-full bodied, well balanced and integrated aromatics. Paired well with Mexican chicken tortilla soup. Enjoy 2015-2018. — 11 years ago
Surprisingly smooth structure starts off, blending the grape varietals well to a smooth elegant finish. With spicy southern Italian fare this wine holds up strong. 2011 vintage. — 11 years ago
Lovely Cab Franc from Samaur. Great acidity balanced just right w tannin. People recommend Riesling for Indian food, but really Chinon does pretty well for itself with simple Indian fare. Awesome value at $13 — 11 years ago
Very fruity but in a good way. Obviously well thought out and executed. Love the label. — 12 years ago
Ted Boydston
A nose of popcorn and minerals supports a deep, acidic mineral pallet with a background of green apples and lemons. The buttery mouthfeel compliments this wine's lingering finish. A fine wine by itself, but also pairs well with everyday fare such as burgers. — 9 years ago