Very old world in taste. Opens up after about 30-45 minutes in the glass. Earthy and only slightly tannic on the end — 9 years ago
Excellent rye — 10 years ago
Much needed — 10 years ago
One of top 5 champagne's in the world and it tastes good — 11 years ago
Just won best Rioja in the world! — 11 years ago
3L bottle drinking perfectly right now, and though '08 was not an easy year , this chateauneuf du pape cuvée réservée is clearly a winner. jams with old world silks. Thankful for my new coravin to taste this with my son, again and again. Drinking perfectly now. No need to wait — 8 years ago
This the third time I've had this in the last year and it shows beautifully right out of the gate. The wood and fruit are so interestingly and well melded at this point. Oak moves to cedar on the palate. Definite alcohol lift in the nose still and you can feel it the nostrils but not obtrusive...indeed it's actually a promising hint of what's to come on the palate. Dried cherry and stone fruit tastes on right away. Slightly mentholated. Definitely picking up distinct vanilla undertones on the nose and palate but not over the top. Satisfying medium tannins. Soft mouth feel but with really good/balanced structure. Perfect finish in line with what preceded it. Just a great fucking wine. And for the price? Getcha some! Can't believe this is still just around and available (not telling where!). Not for those who don't want wood in their wine but even here what you think will finish moderately chalky moves to soft-ish tannins at the perfect time. So many riojas are over top in the wood category or just so out of balance one way or the other. Everyone has heard of Rioja but have you really had a good one? Here's your chance without breaking the bank. I'd put this one up against the best or at least those considered the best. Maybe lacking a LITTLE finesse to be world class but damn close (can you use the word finesse with Rioja??). Drank in gulps with parmesan dusted NY style mushroom meatball mozzarella pizza from Peppino's in Athens, GA while watching Parenthood with my 17 YO daughter (who also pronounced the wine delicious). What a Tuesday night...thank you sir may I have another. Anyone really disappointed with this wine has WAY more money than me and is a spoiled brat. Geek out. — 9 years ago
Respect! New world with old world feel. — 10 years ago
Licorice, loads of it, with strawberries, cherries and oak. Good heat on the nose, not shocking given the whopping 16% alcohol. But boy oh boy I love Grenache and this is one of my favorite values in the world, especially when you can get it for $35. The wine dances on your tongue, very light, but rich with tannic structure. Big flavor, easy texture. Complex and layered, lasting finish, leaves your mouth alive. — 9 years ago
Deep, dark with structure and balance. Drinking it next to Opus One(1st world problems). At first it seems a little tight and savory., over time tannins are softening and some nice fruit is coming out. And the Opus fruit is lessening and and taking more Bordeaux like quality. Both delicious and appreciated. — 9 years ago
Enjoyed it with friends on a rooftop in 90-degree heat. I believe other raters who suggest this is the best Rose in the world. — 10 years ago
Robert Sinskey's P.O.V Bordeaux red blend is back at Winetasters Of Larchmont and it's drinking better than ever. An old world style blend with new world fruit characteristics...awesome value!!
On sale for$31.99 — 11 years ago
Rich and concentrated. New world (oaked). Violet in color. Young. Revisit in 5 years. — 11 years ago
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A truly great central coast Tuscany Merlot. With Polished layers of complexity this wine shows you what Masseto Wines are all about, fabulous aromas, earth, tobacco, leather and long legs. If you like old world Merlot this is about as good as it gets. Cheers 🍷 — 8 years ago