John J

9.3

Impressive wine. One of my first experiences with cellared bordeaux this 2004, and WOW. 30 min decant, then Cedar on the nose with minerality, its scent was beguiling. Beautiful garnet color, no brick from oxidation. Beautiful cherry-raspberry flavor, acidity, and balance. And that cedar. Blown away!
I regret foolishly leaving a glasses worth in the bottle for 2nd day because the nose was lost. Drink it up. — 7 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.4

One of these days Fiano is going to really take off and I’ll regret not stocking more of this one. — 7 years ago

with Sarah

Tony Padilla

8.9

Wonderful medium bodied barbera. Super Smooth with a hint of spice, chalk and plum. And a great price at $70 and Morton’s. Buy if they have it, you won’t regret it. — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.7

On the nose, bold, ripe fruits of; blackberries, boysenberries, huckleberries, blueberries, dark cherries & black plum. Warm baking baking spices, mocha, light caramel, black cherry liqueur notes, rich dark soils, perfumed violets & lilacs. The body is round and full with powdery tannins. The fruits sing on the palate. There is waves of fruit, earth and florals that swirl and dance across your palette. The fruits are ripe, sweet and lush; blackberries, boysenberries, huckleberries, blueberries, dark cherries, black plum with juicy strawberries coming on strong at the mid palate. Black cherry cola/licorice, vanilla, light caramel, mocha, semi-sweet loamy dry soils, just a touch of crushed rock powder, soft spice-box, fresh tobacco leaf, perfumed violets & lilacs, round, rich, palate raining acidity and finish that is simply long, well balanced with perfect structure/length/tension and above all beautiful and elegant. It just swirls and dances endlessly & gloriously in the mouth. What mouth harmony! Photos of, vines in Stags Leap, Charles Hendricks, ripe fruit for the picking and one of mine and Charles favorite paintings. Producer notes and history...Charles Hendricks is one of the best Winemakers in Napa Valley. He is well grounded in the science of winemaking. As a 1982 UC Davis viticulture graduate, Charles was able to tailor his own curriculum, and was one of the earliest to integrate winemaking and viticulture course work. Having knowledge of both viticulture and enology forms the bases for well-rounded winemaking under varying circumstances; this is the making of a great Winemaker & consultant. His greatest gift is the ability to make wines the are elegant, beautiful and smooth young but will age effortlessly. Charles Hendricks sees himself as an assistant to the natural bounty of the vineyards. Using his knowledge and experience to guide and coax the very best from the wine grapes. Charles believes in minimal intervention in the wine cellar, but knows that if we leave nature completely on it own, we would be in the vinegar business! To quote him, “It is a wonderful game of hide and seek that we play with Mother Nature…It is natures glory to conceal, and the winemakers glory to reveal, to discover and to persuade the grapes to unveil their highest potential, It is the playfulness of guessing when and how much to step in, that is at the heart of the winemakers’ task." So true in his case. Charles makes his own label wines only when he has the very best of fruit. He is also is the Winemaker for Hope & Grace and until recently was the Winemaker for; Regusci, James Cole and T-Vine. In previous years, he's worked with; Viader, Barnett Vineyards & Paoletti Vineyards. He is truly a gifted Winemaker. If you are able, seek out and try his Henrick's Cabernet & Santa Lucia Pinot Noir, you absolutely won't regret it! @Paul Treadway Huntington Beacher — 8 years ago

Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

9.2

From my father’s cellar, was decanted for around 5 or so hours. I believe the Mackenzie is the top wine coming out of the Hartenberg Estate, I have had quite a bit of luck with their older wines (1998 Merlot) and was very excited to try this 12 year old out! The color is bright red and very clear with of course a little sediment. Within the nose there are quite a few interesting notes. Lots of green pepper with hints of peppercorn, petrol, start of olives, chalk and some very interesting smokiness. On the palate there are notes of dark fruit with a drying finish. There are moderate plus tannins with a full powerful body, especially for this 'youngling'. With the finish it pinches the back of the throat and tongue. Overall a great wine that I am surprised it still has as much power as it still has. I agree with my dad (cab blends) that this is at a perfect place right now and if you have it that you will not regret diving into it now! — 10 years ago

with Sean and India

Seba Stian

9.0

I was finally really impressed. It's so dense with a deep nose & long cherry finish. Its fruitiness is nicely balanced with wonderful long breath. Full body & complex wine, art of winemaking process like its label designed by Portuguese fashion designer. It cries in the glass, but they are tears of happiness :), tastes pretty mature, round, even and reach in taste - so drink now, it is ready & you will not regret it. — 10 years ago

Gokhun

9.4

Very nice blend with a nice touch of Bogazkere which you cannot find in any other region brand but Turkey..You will never regret popping up the cork.. — 10 years ago

Chris M

10

Simply exquisite. Sometimes popular, expensive wines aren't worth it,but Prisoner isn't one of those instances. It is a bold, extremely easy to drink Zinfandel. Splurge, you won't regret it! — 11 years ago

Martin G Rivard

9.7

A truly amazing tasting hosted by non other than Rob Greer!!! We loved hearing the history of his vineyard and his transition from making what he called “Fun” wine to making “Fine Wine”. If he was shooting for simply fine he completely missed his Mark. This one was absolutely unequivocably Superb!!!!! Wow., his 14 was balanced., balanced, balanced. Seamless integration and a touch of oak which doesn’t over power the wine. This was Badass in a Glass for sure!!!!!!
I was lucky enough to have been introduced to Greer wines by Howard Greenfield a few years ago. I’ve never looked back and say YES SIR to my entire allocation on a yearly basis. If you haven’t had Greer YOU MUST contact Rob and pick up a 3 pack. Believe me.,you won’t regret it!!! It will do you proud when you pour it for your family and friends🙌🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🙌. @Howard Greenfield @Jason Chang @Kirk Alexander @Dov Eidelman @Tania Rodriguez — 7 years ago

with Christine and Kirk

Ryan Vento

8.9

Delicious. Menthol, cherries, and plenty of earth. I regret there not being a pasta dish nearby 🤨 — 7 years ago

with Krystal

Steven Marshall

9.5

Picked this up from the St. Paul Greek Festival 2017. Nose of licorice and blackberries with flavors of blueberry, pepper, vanilla. A mellow, but highly enjoyable Syrah. My only regret was not getting a few more bottles!! — 8 years ago

Rob Moose

9.4

Simply fantastic! First bottle was premoxed and what a difference it made to send it back. After about an hour it started to remind me of Raveneau. Would say it's in a perfect place. Not a rush to drink, but provided tremendous pleasure and I don't think anyone would regret that look at the wine. — 8 years ago

Jon Fine

9.5

wasn't going to drink last night, but the last bottle of this was on the list at maialino and, well, I'm hungover but regret nothing. — 8 years ago

Blake Beus

9.5

One of my all-time favorite reds. My wife and I visited Marchesi Vineyards this summer while on vacation, instantly fell in love with this and brought 2 bottles home. I regret not buying more. — 9 years ago

Michael Shcherbakov

9.5

A special wine with a splendid finish leaving one with regret of not going for another glass — 10 years ago

Ben Levy

9.6

Mother's Day would be incomplete without this wonderfully salacious wine. Hints of rotten skunk meat combined with the boisterous flavor of an Incan tribewoman's breath create a journey of self regret and questionable morals whilst consuming. Pairs terribly with food. Producer is wanted by the French government for embezzlement. — 10 years ago

Steve Thomas

9.4

Full bodied, smooth and delicious. I regret that I only bought eight bottles. Pairs well with a variety of foods, my favorite being a grilled prime rib eye. I have only tried the 2009 so far, but it won't be the last. — 10 years ago

Max Kogod

Owner Kogod Wine Merchant

9.0

Wow, I regret never reaching for this in the past. Purity of fruit and freshness is impressive. #pinotnoir — 11 years ago

Robin Singhvi

9.6

Really lovin' the full body of this Pinot. Hate to say it, but this is my first Sonoma Valley Pinot! And I regret not trying some sooner. Definitely one to remember and buy a case (or two)! — 11 years ago

Maurizio Abbà

9.8

An excellent product coming from a difficult year in Chianti region. Thanks to its position, slightly in the inland of Central Italy, allowed Rúfina to have a bit less rain compared to other regions, allowing for better maturation of the grapes. Frescobaldi produced a splendid product, full of fresh fruit, blackcurrent in particular, with slight hints of spices, round acidity and soft tannins. Let it rest for a bit before opening it. Ready to drink in 2018, open it as soon as possible or regret later. — 7 years ago

Alicia Cypress

9.3

Lots of dirt and rock beating up the blackberries in this bottle. Probably needs a bit more time in the bottle to let the tannins and acid integrate a bit more, but it’s super delicious now and I don’t regret opening this tonight. — 7 years ago

Roman Ochocki

9.3

This wine is full of aromas of spices and tobacco. Tannins are pleasant, balanced and well composed on tongue. The effect is quite spectacular. I regret I opened this bottle. It's from 2012, so there still was a time for this wine. — 8 years ago

Jason Osper

9.2

My only regret is that we didn't buy a case. Outstanding rosé with sultry notes of dark cherry and a slight effervescence. I'm obsessed. — 8 years ago

Eric Guido

9.3

Wait one second--this is a Rosso? The nose showed a seductive, and truly tuscan display of sweet cherries, raspberry, dusty spice, dried flowers, floral undergrowth and hints of new leather. On the palate, I found silky textures with perfectly balanced acidity that tugged at the senses as crunchy red fruits mixed with sweet spices and hints of light tannin to form a tactile and almost thirst quenching experience. The finish was vibrant with mineral-infused sweet cherry and lingering spice. Wow! My only regret is that I didn't buy a case. #stelladicamplato #rossodimontalcino — 8 years ago

Scorewine

Wine writer http://www.israelwines.co.il

8.9

It has been a while since I last had this one and the only regret is that I did not buy a case ;-) Ruby terracotta, lovely nose with a touch of Bret, mushroom, leather, cherries, current, medium to full body, smooth tannins and a lovely acidity, more than a blend of villages ;-) a lovely wine and a great value at about 25 Euro. My score 89, drink to 2018 — 9 years ago

Marcus L

9.3

Michael Browne continues to deliver. The second vintage of treehouse Pinot noir is very balanced and has great mouth feel. Won't regret this show. — 10 years ago

Michael Elmore

10

Amazing balance of power and finesse. Stunning wine. Only regret is it didn't stick around long enough to watch continued evolution. A+ — 10 years ago

Scorewine

Wine writer http://www.israelwines.co.il

9.0

Gosset is a fine champagne house that I have only recently got exposed to, I can regret what I missed or try to catch up :-) as you can see I went for the more pleasurable option. The excellence is indeed excellent, lovely light gold color, a fresh stream of small sexy bubbles, appealing nose full of lime, grapefruit, apple, yeasts and healthy dose of minerality, on the palate smooth and fresh, silky yet tingling, fresh finish. My score 90. Drink when you feel like having a fresh pleasure. — 10 years ago

Alex Alvärëz

9.0

A really great bottle of wine. Sappy, almost medicinal red fruit, a whiff of smoke and razor acidity. Makes me regret all the times of spoken ill of Willamette Pinot. — 10 years ago

Craig Camp

General Manager Troon Vineyards

9.5

I seriously regret having consumed my bottles of this super rosé it's just starting to show its stuff — 11 years ago