JJ Lumia

9.3

#KWN Wine 3. From the get-go, clearly had some age to it. Exhibits initial cherry fruit, which immediately falls into the background. Secondary flavors of leather, forest floor and clay quickly overtake the palate. A Smoky finish with hints of eucalyptus. Opened up nicely over a couple of hours. Magical. — 10 years ago

Nate Miles

9.1

Popped and waited 30 minutes. Initial pour was aggressively herbal, almost chive-y. Quickly passed and settled into a satisfyingly mineral phase. Later on, transformed into black cherry and shining acidity. Quite the shapeshifter. With all that said, methinks this cat needs to sleep awhile longer, still wound a little tight. — 10 years ago

Justin Hart

9.0

Wonderful black cherry notes on the initial palette with flinty-rose aroma and plenty of tannic grip. That flinty aroma transfers into a very subtle minerality behind the initial black cherry, further underlaid by currant and plum. Yum!! — 12 years ago

Marshall Todd Herron DPM

9.8

This is Neal 2011 100% Napa Cabernet. The cork is perfect. The color is pitch purple black. The bouquet is a bit sharp but very nice with hints of roses and blueberry bushes filled with ripe fruit! The initial palate has a quick boysenberry and blackberry with a somewhat dry long finish of chocolate and silky smooth coffee. I need another sip NOW! — 10 years ago

James Haynes

9.1

15 dollars. Dry red. Bright initial taste. Lots of minerals. Lingers in a good way. Nice nose. — 11 years ago

Ryan Mullins

9.4

In perfect condition three months after initial coravin access of a half bottle. Left in a cellar in between. #fuckingawesome — 12 years ago

DAL 9000

9.6

Initial aroma of a peppery zin. Lingering middle that coats the tongue. And builds slightly and then then fades. Very excellent zin. — 12 years ago

Victor Hsu

9.2

At my first visit to The French Laundry the sommelier guided me to this wine, and I am grateful. The 2012 vintage is ready now though it will continue to age well. Not being familiar with Bandol, my initial reaction was "this tastes kinda like a Rhone red." That's the Mourvèdre talking, a varietal that deserves more acclaim. Other reviewers have nailed it--garrigue herbs, dried flowers, earth and a bit of red fruit. Great balance for an eclectic French tasting menu. — 10 years ago

Paul Costigan

Founder Courtier Wines

9.3

2004: Entrancing nose of dried herbs and grilled beets. Surprisingly well developed, initial blind guess was that it might be from the mid 90's. Terrific layers of fruit with a hint of light brine and white pepper. Memorable. — 11 years ago

Andrew Davidoff

9.0

Closed.....needs to breathe. Initial nose is intoxicatingly rich and powerful. Dark chocolate and cassis pervade. After decanting for 1/2 hour the underlying notes of citrus rind and pepper - however faint, begin to make an appearance. — 12 years ago