Kim Stanbro

8.9

This would have gotten a higher rating had it tasted somewhat recognizable the second day after being corked in the fridge. I still smell herbal notes such as thyme and clove. — 10 years ago

with Dave

Spinning_spins

9.5

Gorgeous, complex nose and palate of balsamic and black cherry, with 🍄 and tobacco, licorice, spice and oak. Speaking of oak, it is very well-integrated, supporting the fruit instead of eclipsing it. Perfect weight on the palate, with all of the physiochemical aspects of the wine translating seamlessly into the metaphysical. A truly great wine, and a testament to the 2005 vintage. The only reason I didn't score it higher is because it is still young, with more potential to develop. — 10 years ago

Victor Hwang

9.1

Needs two hour decant. Muted nose and higher acidity until it opened. Pretty cab blend with higher tartness at the finish. Unfortunately this was the weakest among a very strong line up last night. — 10 years ago

Christopher Stadler

9.6

Super floral aromatics. Higher acid. Definitely showing the best today. Great wine on a hard vintage. — 11 years ago

Jordan Brace

9.3

Very excited to get my hands on a bottle. A nice balance of Chenin and Reisling. I enjoyed letting the wines temperature rise slightly and taste the different layers. — 11 years ago

Erin Winter

9.8

Delicious tart cherries and vanilla finish. Love it, great sipper on its own — 11 years ago

Bob Barry

General Manager Winebow

9.5

"Would you like some ground pepper?" YES! — 12 years ago

Marcie Molek

9.1

Great, smooth but interesting Pinot. Terrific price. — 10 years ago

Douglas Eddins

9.3

Up front you're hit hard with ground white pepper that lingers for several seconds before the cherry cola and stewed black cherries come to play. Nice rounded mouthfeel with good minerality, subtle acidity and a nice lingering sense of new leather. Very enjoyable indeed. — 10 years ago

Katherine Bordelon

Court of Master Sommelier Guild member

9.2

Not sure why others haven't rated this one a little higher. My only guess is that they didn't allow for ample time for this one to open up. I enjoyed this bottle last night and noted that with each hour after the initial two hours I allowed it to breath, it only got better. At first, I found it to be quite "tight". But after a few hours, the flavor profile fully developed and it calmed down enough that it was very much delightful. Garnet in color with a medium plus viscosity, I very much enjoyed the layers this wine presented after some time in my glass. — 10 years ago

with Edmond

Matt Mitchell

9.3

Lucious dried grape, rich and wonderful. Gets better with each sip. Worth the higher price for a high quality #Amarone. — 11 years ago

Chanda Williams

9.3

Same as last wine but higher up@the hill, pretty, and austere... Amazing — 11 years ago

Austin Ferrari

Wine Director Hillside Supper Club

9.2

Dog fell asleep on this beauty! — 11 years ago

with Kit, Brian and 1 other

Jim Wagonfeld

9.4

3rd growth showing at a much higher level. Mature Margaux at its best. Awesome! 💥💥💥 — 10 years ago

with Judy

Parker Campanella

8.9

Freshly ground garden hose — 10 years ago

Jeff J

9.3

Aroma of sour dough and green apple, hints of citrus. Higher acidity with lighter body than the vintage one. Still very tasty! — 10 years ago

with Julia and Nic

Paul J

9.5

Definitely a treat and not a trick!! Very similar to the Domaine Eden Cab but slightly higher price point. Let this baby open up, but one of the best finishing wines I've had! Goes awesome with beef tenderloin, celery root gratin, almond joy, twix, and gobstoppers!! — 11 years ago

with Brooke

Jeffrey Lew

9.4

PNP. What an amazing nose. Blueberries, Violets, and Perfume. Great fruit, but lacks the thrust of a great year. Some tension on the finish or would of rated higher. Drink these now while you wait for 00, 05 to be ready. Fantastic stuff — 11 years ago

George Hesse

8.9

Very nice NZ SB! Apparently Jules Taylor used to work for Kim Crawford and Cloudy Bay but then went into business for herself. Dinner at High Steaks Restaurant in Thunder Valley. Initially rated it higher but after having it again had to lower my rating. — 11 years ago

with Jennifer

Andrea Aldrighetti

Sommelier Enophilia

9.0

2005, fine, freshly ground black pepper, earthy and savory. — 13 years ago