Gran Cruz

Rhys Vineyards

Alpine Vineyard Chardonnay 2016

Perfection, even in a bad glass. — 3 months ago

Paul, Rob and 2 others liked this

Domaine Eden

Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

2019. At Kuumbwa Jazz enjoying a Christian McBride concert — 3 months ago

Bill liked this

Marqués de Cáceres

Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2015

So smooth. Dark fruit. Bold, low tannins. Delicious. — 4 months ago

Marchesi Antinori

Badia A Passignano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2021

Excellent Chianti, full bodied, well balanced. Soft tannins, pleasant bouqet. — 6 months ago

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Riserva Gran Bussia Barolo Nebbiolo 2005

Succulent and bursting. Strong cherry, tar and grounded beautifully. The juice that powered the afternoon Boggle game. — 6 months ago

Daniel, Jan and 16 others liked this

Rhys Vineyards

Horseshoe Vineyard Chardonnay 2010

Based on day 2. I really enjoyed this as it opened up. Great texture with lemon curd, stone fruit, marzipan and lively acidity. So well balanced. — 7 months ago

Scott@Mister and Ron liked this

Montes

Montes Alpha M Santa Cruz Apalta Single Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2017

Must love roasted veggies. But this has shed some of its oak and youthful reduction. In a good spot with another 5-10 years of interest. — 7 months ago

Andrew liked this

Ridge Vineyards

Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Merlot 2016

Quite ready to go. No decant, opened 3 hours before. Nice seamless fruit, tannins very integrated. Could use a bit more acid, but still appreciate it esp at a nice restrained 13.4%. — 9 months ago

Tyler, Tom and 1 other liked this

Bodegas Riojanas

Monte Real Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 1964

At first we thought it was corked. After about an hour it started kicking off and probably with more time would even excel. Black and red cherry notes with earthy - leathery spices. Light, soft and balanced tannins. High rate for its age. — 8 years ago

Bodegas Beronia

Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2016

Primarily Tempranillo with some Graciano and Mazuelo blended in. Deep ruby color with a garnet rim. Intense black fruit aromas, leather and baking spices. Flavors of blackberry, black plum, baker’s chocolate, cinnamon and tobacco. Nice cedar, dill and vanilla notes on the long and lasting finish. Smooth and very well rounded tannins. Great balance of oak, acidity and alcohol. Full bodied. Fresh, well structured and complex. — 3 months ago

Tom, Austin and 3 others liked this

Mount Eden Vineyards

Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

13.0% ABV Dark purple color. Nice oak . Very good wine. Paired w/ beef bourguignon. — 4 months ago

Marqués de Riscal

Gran Reserva Herederos del Marques de Riscal Rioja Tempranillo 2018

Dark ruby coloration. On the nose, dark cherry , ripe plum, vanilla, forest floor, oak, leather, truffle, spice, chocolate. On the palate, full bodied and elegant. Complex with an Extensive finish. Cherry, dark berry, vanilla, balsamic, spice, oak, gravel/minerals/forest floor then chocolate takes over. Long finish. — 5 months ago

Ray, Jay and 5 others liked this

Bodegas Franco-Españolas

Bordón Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2005

A bit past its prime but otherwise still smooth, earthy, and delicious. — 5 months ago

Rhys Vineyards

Alpine Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009

Tons of red and dark fruit. Mainly cherries and a bit of raspberry and spice. — 7 months ago

Scott@Mister, Tyler and 1 other liked this

Rhys Vineyards

Horseshoe Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014

Drinking so well . Fun to drink alongside of the other 3. Not quite as good as the Alpine but very close. — 7 months ago

Tom, Ron and 6 others liked this

Ceritas

Peter Martin Ray Vineyard Chardonnay 2019

Nice wine, but a bit less full and interesting than I was hoping. Slightly thin and almost a bit watery. Still nice refinement and a decent finish. — 8 months ago

Ira, Bob and 3 others liked this
Tyler Felous

Tyler Felous

Have had the same “what am I missing” experience with Ceritas. Perhaps just drinking too young…or not?
Pooneet K

Pooneet K Premium Badge

@Tyler Felous I’m not sure. I’ve had other bottlings - both younger and older - that I quite enjoyed. But for the price the variability is disappointing.
Tyler Felous

Tyler Felous

Agreed. Waiting on some of their new Cabernet bottlings. Optimistic 🤞

Bodegas Navalon

Gran Reserva Anciano Años 10 Years Oak Matured Valdepeñas Tempranillo

Jason brought for boys golf week. Spainish. 10 yr great. — 6 years ago

Bodegas Muga

Gran Reserva Prado Enea Rioja Tempranillo 2015

Silky smooth tannins. Dark cherries, plum, cedar, and smoke. Full-bodied. Delicious! — 3 months ago

Jay, Somm and 6 others liked this

Miguel Torres

Reserva Gran Coronas Penedès Cabernet Sauvignon

Holy fuck what is this bloody beautiful substance? Why’s it so smooth? — 4 months ago

Mount Eden Vineyards

Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay 2020

2020 vintage. A fave CA chard and producer. Medium-medium heavy body. Tasting slightly more tropical and advanced with less acidity than usual. Still absolutely delicious tho. Would like to retaste and reevaluate in 5-6 months tho. Based on 30 vintages of tasting this particular wine, betting it reconciles any tawdry, fleeting concerns that occupy my compromised palate and right quick. 01.22.25. — 5 months ago

"Odedi", Bob and 14 others liked this

Juvé y Camps

Gran Reserva de la Familia Brut Nature Cava Macabeo-Xarel-lo-Parellada 2017

Made from Macabeu, Xarel·lo and Parellada grapes, bright pale gold color with a frothy creamy mousse, small rapid bubble flow with a steady stream. Aromas and flavors of apple and citrus with toasty notes, integrated, nice mouthfeel, elegant long finish. Great value as an exceptional alternative to French Champagne. — 7 months ago

Tom, Daniel and 3 others liked this

La Rioja Alta

Gran Reserva 890 Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2004

Comida jorge baeza con winegeeks chih — 7 months ago

Juan liked this

Castello di Ama

Gran Selezione San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2015

2015 vintage Chianti Gran Selezione.
80 % Sangiovese, 13 % Merlot and 7 % Malvasia Nera.
Deep dark ruby red.
Perfumed nose with black currants, violets, olives and cocoa.
Ripe black plums, leather, black tea with polished silky tannins.
A long, beautiful finish.
— 3 years ago

Bob, Alexandre and 1 other liked this

Bonny Doon Vineyard

A Proper Claret Santa Cruz County Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Peppery, acid, lighter on the fruit. This would pair really well with chili or a similar dish — 7 years ago

Sharon and Shawn liked this