Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

On the nose; floral, jammy fruits of; blackberries, blue fruits, dark cherries, plum, black plum, soft spices, vanilla, mocha, violets and dark flowers. On the palate; richness, elegance, thick, lush body, ripe, rich; blackberries, dark cherries, blue fruits, plum, black raspberries, black cherry cola, rich dark earth, dry powdery brown top soil, crushed rocks, spice, vanilla, volcanic minerals, dark fruit tea, liquid violets, dark florals, touch of bramble, mouth watering acidity and a long, rich, even, elegant finish. Photo tour; long shot of the estate with vines, honor system purchase fruit & vegetable cart (they were farmers before grape growers) great picnic area and their tasting bar. — 8 years ago

Miguel Ostrowski

9.0

Beautiful aromatics, well balanced with soft tannins. Drinking great right now. I opened this in honor of the passing of the great scientist Mr. Dubourdieu — 9 years ago

with Adam

Michael J Ferraro

9.0

Wonderful - all things French in honor of our friends across the pond — 9 years ago

Alena Lehrer

9.0

2011 14% alcohol, 90% tannat, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, earthy, dry black cherry, blackberry, toasting flavors, aged in new oak, med+ acid, high tannins, full body pairs well with shish kebab 🍇🍷❤️ interesting fact: cuvée Charles de Batz , a real name of Musketeer d'Artagnan. In his honor this wine is made. — 9 years ago

George M Wood

9.0

Probably one of my favorite bottles of wine. — 9 years ago

with Nury

Bill Hargrove

9.3

In honor of International Grenache Day... — 10 years ago

Eric Hwang

9.4

In honor of Washington Wine Month, a wine from a premier winery. For a nearly 12 year old wine, it tastes fresh and vibrant. Perfumed with blackberry, cassis and hints of cedar. On the tongue, it's silky smooth and elegant with acidity that suggests it could age another 3-5 more years. Incredible stuff. — 10 years ago

Howard Greenfield

9.4

Beautiful Napa Cab in honor of Napa Cab Day! — 11 years ago

Daniel P. Drake

9.1

On this Friday I am trying this Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley. As the name says "Et Fille" or and daughter to honor my lovely Daughter Danielle the light of my life. The nose on this wine is a beautiful strawberry and red raspberry. On the palate gives a nice strawberry, minerality, though just a bit weak on the backend. There is some oak right on the backend. Nice all together. — 11 years ago

Kate Nation

9.8

Wine from south Africa in honor of the great Nelson Mandela. First ever South African wine! — 11 years ago

Joe Estrada

9.1

One of my FAVORITE wines from Saarloos & Sons....a BIG wine, velvety mouthfeel anda crazy nose — 8 years ago

with Sue

Anna Savino

9.3

In honor of the start of #dolcetto #harvest here in #langhe amazing for being 2010.. so young, smooth but structured.. this is his current release haha a legend! — 9 years ago

E & K G

9.4

#omg one of the best chards we've had in a while. #morlet does an amazing job, honey, caramel, and butter but not overly heavy despite the 14.2% alc lvl. #amazing #drinkbuyreapeat Opened in honor of my princesses. — 9 years ago

Care Hanner

8.9

To celebrate Bastille Day and especially honor the victims of Nice. — 9 years ago

Michael Jones

9.1

Great wine in honor of Baxter — 9 years ago

Jim Westby

9.5

2002 vintage. All meunier in honor of Rene Collard the Marne Valley meunier master. Great acid structure, but with broadness from the grape, barrel development, and aging on the cork. This is labeled de Meric, but it's the same single-foeder production as later disgorgments labeled Ginsburg. — 9 years ago

with Cleora and Gary

Victoria Ferguson

8.9

Great champagne in honor of my six year wedding anniversary. Limestone, bright acid, green apple. Yum. If only I could drink like this every day! — 10 years ago

Kenta Hayashi

9.1

Honey, apricot, jasmine/fruit blend tea, sweet spices. Approachable, smooth, delicate. Less creamy in texture compared to Rose. Quite rare to find blends in New Zealand. Cuvée name is in honor of previous owner who is Italian. — 11 years ago

Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

10

100 points! Absolute perfection in every sense. Mesmerising! An honor to taste, and in the company of the great Jesús Barquín! — 11 years ago

Erin Pooley

Owner/Winemaker Good Luck Wines

9.6

Erskine making the Grenache Shiraz I always dreamed of. An honor and a privilege. — 11 years ago

Douglas Harrison Snell

9.3

Amazing Champagne House that I had the honor of meeting in person and a truly kick ass Champagne that will make you a follower and dedicated consumer. — 12 years ago

Janet Ross

9.8

In honor of Super Bowl Weekend decided to open this terrific red blend from Dick Vermeil Wines. Loads of dark fruit flavors, wonderful nose. Definitely a pop & pour. One of the best wine buys in my book. — 8 years ago

Ryan M

9.2

In honor of game 6, I am opening this bottle from @David A Lentine to help an anxious cubs fan get through the next couple of hours. Thanks to @LM Segal for the decant time heads up to align with game time. I am an hour in and going to let it sit a bit more to soften. @Paul T brought the big guns with Kershaw, but the cubs have too many sticks. Thanks for bolting to Orlando @Daryl Calhoun - no invite?!? #iaintafraidofnogoat Thanks again @David A Lentine for sharing this one. TN Update - working on 3 hours decanted and it is starting to shine. Soft on the palette with black cherries, strong raspberries, and vanilla. I have to add very juicy - haven't had something with this mouthwatering effect before. On the nose raspberry and flower box come through on this ruby gem. — 9 years ago

with Larissa

Evan Roberts

9.2

My favorite California Cab producer. Had the honor of pouring beside him in NYC, and touring his vineyard with Rebecca just before he passed. The closest thing to 1970's best cabs and incredible value. 2006 is lush full of everything you could hope for, earth, blackberry, leather, and a hint of smoke. A little hint of almost cognac on the finish, smooth and balanced finish. Acid still great and plenty of age left. Glad I have a lot more to enjoy — 9 years ago

Charles Hetzel

9.7

Drinking this in honor of Barbara Richards may she rest in peace #paloma #merlot — 9 years ago

Courtney Kochuba

9.5

A French Malbec, combining the love for Malbec and Cote du Rhone. Full bodied and heavy but a light flavor that lays on top. Drinking in honor of baby Henry's entrance to the world! — 10 years ago

Nathan S

9.1

In honor of paba — 10 years ago

Michael Tobin

9.6

A 14 year old bottle in the honor of the eve of Jonah's 14th birthday. This is easy drinking and smooth. — 11 years ago

Adam Schneider

Sales Long Island Wine & Spirits

9.5

In honor of Angie & Brad, a great rosé! — 11 years ago

Nathan Adams

Consulting Wine/Beverage Director, Snake River Brewing, Persephone, King Sudachi

9.7

In honor of Ryan and Megan's great write up in the SF Chronicle today. Love this wine — 11 years ago

with Claire