Shay A

9.3

My last of the 2014 Ultramarine’s. Sad day. Thankfully 2015s are up next, and I was able to secure extra 2016s during the release a few months back.

This was one of three bubblies (2010 Larmandier-Bernier VV du Levant, Egly Ouriet Rosé) opened alongside a lineup of some fun wines when a buddy, @Shawn R , was in town. As always, my experience with these wines is so unique. You can always tell this is like grower champagne from first smell and sip. Gorgeous golden color in the glass. I normally pick up aromas of cream soda with Ultramarine (aside from their rosé), but didn’t get that here. Caramel dipped golden delicious apples, spiced cider, brioche, a little shaved almond, sporting a gentle “oxidative” flair. On the palate it’s zippy and racy with a distinct herb crusted yellow fruit profile (which I get on some Heintz Chardonnays), alongside more apple, poached pear, and kiss of ripe red Berry fruits. There is also a backbone of limestone/mineral here. When compared to the Larmandier-Bernier, this drank more new world, though if I had tried this blind and not next to a true champagne, I may have been able to get there.

As an aside, we drank half of this bottle (and of the other two bubblies as well) and then put a champagne stopper on it to revisit the next day. Upon opening, the bubbles seemed to have diminish quite a bit and it drank closer to a still wine...and then 30mins later, it was like this roared back to life for one last hurrah, full of bubbles and totally vibrant. Not sure I’ve seen a bubbly do that before. The last glass on the second day was just as good as the first glass on the first day. — 5 years ago

with Shawn

Jeff Lander

9.0

Stage 2 of #tourdefrance 2019. Finishing up our time in Belgium with a classic. Rich and creamy with full body and malty flavor. — 6 years ago

Rebecca Solow

9.5

Golden apple and brioche deliciousness ... makes me think of a tarte tatin. — 7 years ago

Jim Stehli

9.2

Golden and delightful. Clean stone and nice lingering finish. — 8 years ago

Marissa A. Ross

Wine Editor, Bon Appétit

9.1

Wax on with zesty lime and green apples, and wax off with a long bitter honeysuckle finish. Pairs well with nutty tomme cheeses, but does well on its own as a Sunday afternoon snack. — 9 years ago

Katherine Harris

9.2

Hit the spot after a long day — 10 years ago

with Chris

Alex Shaw

9.3

Beautiful deep golden color. Orange peel, apricot and hints of almond. Perfect sugar/acid bakance. Fantastic. — 10 years ago

Randmaster Flash

9.3

Gorgeous golden, well balanced, creamy and not overly sweet! — 11 years ago

Nick Stutzman

9.6

Thanksgiving 2013. Mom, Dad, Grandmother, Aunt Betty Sue — 12 years ago

Kathleen Shealy

9.4

One of my favorite reds! — 13 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

M. Chiarlo’s Moscato d’Asti is also available in a 375ml which is a nice size to pop open after a nice meal. A slight effervescence wine with a light golden color. Aromas of sweet fresh stone fruits and citrus layered with a bit of floral spice. On the palate flavors of peaches and apricots with a grape-like character. Medium finish ending with citrus, sweet spice and honey notes. A favorite, great value! Grab a 750ml for a larger crowd! — 5 years ago

Shawn Summey

9.0

Fruity Golden Ale — 6 years ago

Megan

9.5

I’ve been savoring this bottle over several months using my Coravin. Sadly, finally finished it off. Just love tasting this golden beauty open up in the glass. Can’t wait to start on another bottle! — 6 years ago

Gregg Congleton

9.4

Simply amazing - golden honey yet balanced with acid and crispness — 7 years ago

JKT

9.4

GL Trimbach Riesling tasting 10/25/17. Special offering from attendee friend of Jan. Golden color and honeyed and rich nose with residual sugar of 35. What a beauty! — 8 years ago

Mark Rosse

9.3

Golden with good mousse. Brioche, mushrooms and great presence. — 9 years ago

Michael Perry

9.6

Bottled 8/1/2006. First year... And still alive. So amazing. — 10 years ago

James Hallett

8.9

Golden in color. Notes of tropical fruits and botrytis. Solid wine for the price. — 10 years ago

Mitchell Mulder

10

One of the all time best IPA's made in the world, Nelson Hops, perfect balance of hops and malt, Outstanding — 11 years ago

Nick Stutzman

9.6

Thanksgiving 2013. Mom, Dad, Grandmother, Aunt Betty Sue — 12 years ago

Justin

9.3

Loved it. Get more — 6 years ago

PM

9.2

I think it’s delicious. Smooth, full bodied, with some character. — 6 years ago

Ron R

9.2

This Pa brewery is rocking my world. Close my eyes and taste this, and I drift back to my time when I lived in Waterloo, Brussels. Label says 9.5% abv, but it’s tucked in nicely. Woody notes on the palate, with cardamom, cloves and licorice. Heart-warming as it slips down the hatch. Well done! — 6 years ago

Matthew Denci

9.3

Absolutely lovely nose, rich, golden, botrytised wax, a bit of chenin funk but it's nice here, stewed peaches or pears. Round in the mouth but with acid drive and then an opulent finish. Delicious — 8 years ago

Nate Norfolk

9.4

1985!!! Sherry and golden raisins...amazing w/ mushrooms — 9 years ago

Lauren Haines

9.5

Super tasty Belgian. Get again! — 9 years ago

Ryan Guinn

9.0

After 45 minutes in a decanter the wine opened up. A great pairing with beef tenderloin. Dark cherry with a spiced finish. — 10 years ago

with Hunter

Michelle Farkas

9.1

While a little more golden in color than anticipated, it was a beautiful wine with some great grilled bread and apple notes. — 10 years ago

Kelly Robb

9.0

Birthday memories. Delicious Cab/Petit Verdot blend. Now we just need the food to arrive :) — 11 years ago

with Erin

J K

9.9

Originally had 2007 at Dirt candy. 2008 was not as good. — 12 years ago