Miranda H

9.0

Bold but inviting. Sweet cherries and melting chocolate. — 6 years ago

Ichiro Kawachi

9.4

1999 vintage been sitting in my cellar (from holiday on Waiheke island). Bordeaux blend. Deep garnet color still on this claret; earthy nose, plum/cassis, velvety tannins, Squid ink, star anise, impressions changing with every mouthful/ paired with Xmas roast prime rib — 6 years ago

Matt Mason

9.0

C ink; blackberry, black currant, smooth — 7 years ago

Sagee Aran

9.2

2011 vintage from 30 to 40 years old vines, Judean hills,Israel.
Ink color, dark fruits notes, some acidity. Good balance. Rich and thick. Starts a little harsh, developes nicely and becomes round. Good finish. — 7 years ago

Jason Koh

9.5

Wow! The 70s Barolos sing beautifully right now (2017)... this 1970 Marcarini beauty is older than me but certainly more youthful and pretty. Throw out vintage ratings from critics and grab any bottle of Marcarini from the 70s! Cherry cola, rose water bouquet reside harmoniously with mushroom and freshly rained on asphalt- just so good. A perfect pairing for Maialino’s squid ink taglioni as well as the namesake suckling pig. yum yum yum. — 7 years ago

Scorewine

Wine writer http://www.israelwines.co.il

9.1

Big , bold, tight, robust, rich, this is a truly intense wine from what seems to another underrated vintage in Bordeaux. This 2011 has a ink dark color, lovely aromas of cassis, cherries, chocolate, cedar-wood, blueberries, and sweet spice, full big body with dry tannins, tight and a bit rough, nothing that a few hours decanting or 5 additional year cellaring cant solve ;-) the finish is long and chewy, the wine is truly impressive. My score 91, with a potential for a higher score in future. Drink to 2028 — 8 years ago

David D

9.0

Not as light as typical dolcetto. Slightly inky, tart and fruity tannins, cherry stems, hint of grapefruit, thyme. Okay but not great. From Seventh Avenue Liquors. (8.5)
UPDATE 10/30/17, a year and a half later: same vintage and much better. Light acid and nice tannins, a touch of ink and cherry and ripe stone fruit. — 9 years ago

Roy Nichol

9.7

Nice surprise! — 6 years ago

*Gregory*

9.5

Deep ruby.
Pronounced intensity youthful aromas of wild fruit, blackberry, blackcurrant, raspberry, dark cherry, ink, liquorice, cedar, fresh spices, pepper, violet.
Explosive dry concentrated palate, high acidity, high smoothened tannins, high alcohol-no overtone, full body, pronounced intensity.
Long fresh fruit and spicy finish.
Outstanding wine, great vintage, literally a newborn baby with great mouth concentration, can be aged for 2 decades at least. Accessible to drink, suitable for further aging.
— 6 years ago

Roman Sukley

9.9

2012 Cayuse "Bionic Frog" Walla Walla Valley Syrah. In honor of my finally having made the grade to be blessed to receive a Frog allocation from Mr. Baron, I thought I’d celebrate by pulling the cork on this beast which was gifted to me by the most generous and revered wine Connoisseur, the man with the palate I so very much respect, the Rake of the Left Coast, the right honorable Mr. Bill Bender (@Bill Bender) First off, I find the Bionic Frog in general to be one of the most hedonistic, completely over the top and playful expressions of Syrah on the planet which of course, places it squarely in my wheelhouse. Still the most unique wine in the Cayuse lineup, and arguably one of the most sought after Syrah’s around. And now on to this vintage in particular, which none other than the esteemed Jeb Dunnuck(the one reviewer who I find to have a palate most closely aligned with my own) described with the enticing phrase “flirts with perfection.” Opaque, impenetrable ink blue in the stem. Wild, typical stoney Cayuse aromatics of black olives, bacon fat and dark fruits with notes of violets and lavender. A combination savory/sweet palate with olive tapenade, mushrooms and tar combined with sweet black plums and blueberry compote. Super rich, lush mouth feel. Dense concentration. Amazingly pleasing salinity on the lengthy finish. A full-throttle Porsche Cup Car lap of Road America, complete with The Kink, wine experience. (A track day we need to reprise soon Chuck). Sensory overload in the best way possible! The Frog knows! — 7 years ago

Christine Havens

9.0

A nicely-styled Saint-Estephe—from the Cuvelier family, owners of Leoville Poyferre—in a modest vintage year. The 2011 Château Le Crock opens with lush, inviting aromas of black currant, smoky black cherries, pen ink, leather, and earth. There are no hard edges on the palate, black fruit luxuriates against a framework of well-structured tannins, moderate acidity, and an unexpected yet welcome dusting of cresosote that emerges on the finish, co-mingling with cedar and dried herbs. Sample | 13.5% ABV — 8 years ago

Pamela Gallo

9.1

2007 vintage. Bordeaux grapes mixed with sangiovese. Made in classic super Tuscan style. Wonderfully balanced wine with subtle oak teeatment. Grilled plums, ink ,graphite, tobacco, cocoa, and oregano all in harmonious play. — 9 years ago

Jennifer Joyal

8.9

Loving the smooth chocolate taste. Was recommended by a gal at work and it did not disappoint. — 6 years ago

Jaan Natt

9.1

It’s good...discovered in Winnipeg — 7 years ago

Ken Venezio

9.0

Ink like out of the bottle. Black fruits, plums and black cherry. Wine offers a nice cinnamon and clove spice, with an ample finish. Balanced tannins. 2015 vintage, but could easily age nicely. — 7 years ago

Julie Pewe

10

Really enjoyed this wine! Will easily become a part of my regular rotation. — 7 years ago

Rick Legare

9.3

Excellent — 7 years ago

Jaeda

9.2

Really good. Light and sweet. — 8 years ago

Steven Beishuizen

9.1

This one shouts Syrah far more than Merlot. I really like it. Lame-ish branding hides the quality. — 9 years ago

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Billy Vegas

8.9

Tart cherry. Ink soaked cotton. Stem. — 9 years ago