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Rockford

Frugal Farmer Grenache Blend 2018

Smooth and delicious so easy to drink — 5 years ago

Beaulieu Vineyard

Private Reserve Georges de Latour Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

The George De Latour always delivers an exceptional glass of wine! The last bottle we had was in 2012 ( a gift from our good friend Charlie) after a 60 day cleanse and then as now it delivers that special quality we all want from a glass of wine. PERFECT! Anniversary Trip to Palm Springs! — 6 years ago

Lara BoderoSheryl Sweazey-root
with Lara and Sheryl

Tenuta San Guido

Bolgheri Sassicaia Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 1999

‘96 and ‘99 side by side. A real treat from a good friend. Similar fruit and flavor profile though the ‘99 had a bit more weight and structure. Both were a pleasure with dinner. — 7 years ago

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Château Margaux

Premier Grand Cru Classé Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 1966

Still hanging in there! Such a treat! Thank you to my generous friend John Slattery.! Roasted peanuts, dark soft plummy fruit. Nice acidity. Tannin totally resolved. A little minerally on the lively finish. — 8 years ago

Severn, Matt and 14 others liked this

Château Latour

Premier Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 1980

Tannins still nice, fruit fading. This a Wine from our dear friend Larry Kruse’s cellar. Miss you friend. Thanks for always sharing the best. Love you — 8 years ago

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Almost all tannin and barley any fruit, charcolly notes as well. Probably past it’s prime, but still enjoyable

Brooklyn Oenology

Friend Riesling

Delicious, very drinkable off-dry reisling. Paired with a summer salad. — 8 years ago

Michael Anderson
with Michael

Château Clerc Milon

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 2013

As my good friend Ron would say "if you're into baby snatching" go for it. Cheers! — 9 years ago

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Cannot help baby snatching sometimes 😆

Marcel Lapierre

Morgon Gamay 2018

Old friend — 6 years ago

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Opus One

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1986

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10

Had these earlier this week to watch our dear friend Carlo’s Somm TV Verticals episode — 6 years ago

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Just watched it the other day! I’ve got to try his wines. See you Friday!
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Friend & Farmer

Tempranillo

Digging this organic Tempranillo — 7 years ago

Beringer Vineyards

Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

My friend Tom Brady Loves this. I agree. — 8 years ago

Shawn, P and 13 others liked this
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Caymus Vineyards

Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Delightful to drink. Rich, almost spicy, but in no way overbearing. Given to me by a friend, so I toasted her and her health and good fortune. — 8 years ago

Turley

Old Vines California Zinfandel 2012

When a friend hosts a pig roast that turns into a Turley tasting... — 8 years ago

Mike, Stef and 17 others liked this

Château Lynch-Bages

Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Mike R
9.5

@Ron R you are a beautiful soul and friend - thank you so much for sharing — 9 years ago

Mike, Jody and 18 others liked this
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@Mike R so glad you enjoyed this as much as I do 🙂

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Insignia Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2010

Shay A
9.5

A friend had a “reduction party” as he was needing to thin out his cellar. Definitely a party I’m happy to attend!

Had the 2012 Odette Reserve or 2012 Bryant Family not been on the table, this may have won the night. Whereas the other two were drinking deliciously, this displayed more youthful notes than I expected. The fruit here was really bright...candied black cherries, fresh blueberries and blackberries, baking spices, toasted oak, and savory charcoal. Nicely compact on the palate...bing cherries dusted in dark chocolate shavings, Black Forest cake, sandalwood, and smoked meat. If opening now, decant for a few hours.
— 6 years ago

Mark FlesherWeston Eidson
with Mark and Weston
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Château Lagrange

Saint-Julien Red Bordeaux Blend 2014

I always get cedar from St Julien, so that old familiar friend reappears in this 2014. Silky blackberry and cassis slip through an edge of muscly earth and powerful tannins. Virginia pipe tobacco and graphite. Wicked.

Decanted for 5 hours but id go way longer if you can. 24 would be great.
— 6 years ago

Apothic

Winemaker's Blend California Zinfandel Blend 2016

I enjoy this red blend more than most and will continue to have a bottle on hand as it makes me happy. Not good enough? See other, longer, reviews if you want adjectives. Alternatively, buy a bottle and try it for yourself and share with a friend at a party. It’s a fan favorite for-a-reason. And that reason doesn’t have the word “berry” or “legs” or “mocha” — 7 years ago

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Orin Swift Cellars

Abstract Grenache Blend

History of OFC dates back to 1995 when on a lark, David Swift Phinney took a friend up on an offer and went to Florence, Italy to spend a semester “studying”. During that time, he was introduced to wine, how it was made, and got hooked. A Grenache, Syrah and Petite Sirah blend. Aromas of fresh ripe red fruits with sweet spice. On the palate flavors of ripe cherry, cacao and espresso notes with sweet savory tannins, well balanced on lingering finish ending with toasty oak and sweet fruit. — 8 years ago

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This is one of my favorites! 🍷

Château Gruaud Larose

Saint-Julien Red Bordeaux Blend 2008

Nothing like a good bottle of claret after a long hike w/friend. Dont seem to think was a good vintage but w/a good maker—-drinking nicely now. Black currants, cassis, gritty tannins, acidic lift but all integrated. Decant/ pour carefully — 8 years ago

Owen Mazon
with Owen

Château Cos d'Estournel

Saint-Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend 1978

Ross Cobb
9.9

Also opened by a friend for the group — 9 years ago

Andrew, P and 22 others liked this