Tom Garland

9.3

Winemaker Dinner with Julien Fayard

WINES
2023 Just Pink by Julien Fayard
2022 Julien Fayard McGah Family sav blanc
2022 Julien Fayard Ritchie vineyard chard
2022 Julien Fayard Platt vineyard pinot
2019 Purlieu Missouri Hopper vineyard cab
2018 Covert estate Coombsville cab
2014 Purlieu Martinez vineyard cab

FOOD
local striped bass mousseline
Grilled oysters and prawns
Braised rabbit conchiglioni
Veal cheeks
Venison loin chop
Chocolate cake — 24 days ago

with Brenda

Zach D

9.1

Fresh and lively. Lemon, lime, some exotics on the nose. Jasmine? Some fennel. Palate with high acid, slight fresh almond. Delicious. 2022 vintage — 5 months ago

Mark S.

9.0

Golden yellow, matured fruits. Pear, yellow peach+, apricot. Chalk mineral flint.
Fruitiness M++ Sweetness M Acidity M+ Bitterness M+ Body M Finish M 12.5%
Fresh Dry like chewing those fruitis.
Lacryma Christi Bianco FEUDI SAN GREGORIO 22 @3773, Toscan, 250727-260206 — 9 months ago

AEL

9.1

Pungent, interesting wine. Crushed flowers, overly ripe plum, sour cherries, ripe raspberries, maybe bark. Astringent. Serious wine. Open this way in advance. — 9 days ago

Tarrah Beyer

9.7

Got the 2022 from total wine - it was amazing — 4 months ago

Vanessa

9.2

Perfumed & expressive aromas & flavors of ripe black and red cherry, wild strawberry, rhubarb, black raspberry, fresh fig, pomegranate, rose water, hibiscus, licorice, anise, wet earth, & new leather.

Vibrant acidity balancing sweet, plush fruit qualities. — 7 months ago

with Deked1

Alexandre Pagliano

9.1

Very dark rubi robe, nose of dark cherries, spices and blackcurrant. Very rich wine but not over the top. We liked it. — 2 years ago

with Jose and Adriana

j a

9.2

so smoooth, so mouth coating, so rich. mmmmm — 11 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

San Gregorio – Las 75 Vendimias – Red 2021
Calatayud DO – Aragón, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
A tribute wine honoring Emilio González’s 75 harvests, sourced from old, high-altitude vineyards in Calatayud. This Garnacha-driven blend (70% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo) captures the rugged character of the region, elevation, stony soils, and traditional viticulture, resulting in a wine that is both expressive and grounded, with warmth, balance, and authenticity.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe black cherry, wild strawberry, and plum lead, followed by dried Mediterranean herbs, licorice, and gentle baking spice. Subtle earthy and mineral notes emerge with air, reflecting the old-vine origin and high-altitude terroir.

Mouthfeel
Medium-to-full bodied with rounded, supple tannins. Garnacha brings generosity and warmth, while Tempranillo adds structure and grip. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively and balanced through a smooth, savory finish.

Food Pairings
Grilled lamb, herb-roasted chicken, mushroom dishes, lentil stews, aged Manchego, or rustic Spanish fare with olive oil, roasted peppers, and slow-cooked meats.

Verdict
A soulful, well-priced Spanish red that delivers true sense of place. Honest, expressive, and comforting, this is old-vine Garnacha done right, approachable now, yet structured enough to hold its own at the table.

Did You Know?
Calatayud is one of Spain’s highest-altitude DOs, with many vineyards planted between 700–1,000 meters, helping Garnacha retain freshness and balance even in warm vintages.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This is real Spain in a glass, old vines, elevation, history, and soul. A wine I happily recommend when authenticity matters more than flash. — 4 months ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.0

Vintage 2016 | earthy and stubborn — a year ago