Neil Kudler

9.3

Delicious black fruit instant on the nose; nose becomes flavor - dark cherry, blackberry, tannins a bit chewy still, but overall lovely wine — 7 years ago

Chad Buchanan

9.7

An instant favorite blend. Like a chocolate covered cherry bomb, but with more layers that I can’t explain. Medium to light tannins but the flavor profile more than make up for it. — 8 years ago

Tom Wood

9.0

I've had this in the fridge for 20 minutes and it reads a perfect 18.0 degrees on the Vinotemp monitor. Ruby - purple colour to the wine and don't let its transparency fool you, this does have body and delivery! Instant thoughts were 'is this burgundy?!' (Despite obviously knowing better) it immediately reminded me of some of the darker - fruited and meaty interpretations of Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits but this feels ever so fresh. Olives in brine, blackberry and almost a dried prosciutto aroma the leaps out of the glass initially. The wine then started to show a lot more bright, red fruited character as time goes by. The olive brine and blackberry has nestled right in to the background playing quite a nice supporting role. Aromas of fresh raspberry, juiced oranges, ripe blueberry, sarsaparilla and a spicy, floral incense have arrived right at the forefront and there's barely noticeable oak work in sight. The palate follows with raspberry and blueberry but there's a dark chocolate that comes through with the faintest of bitterness, however not off-putting in the slightest. One very noticeable feature of structure here is alcohol; or the lack there of. I've found myself double checking the alcohol at times which sits at 12.5%. The palate flows seamlessly. There is a raspberry-like acidity and the softest lick of tannin. The balance here is admirable. Honestly, it's the type of wine I'm enjoying so much now for its freshness and I don't want to see this sit in my cellar for too long, in saying that I'd be very interested in seeing some bottle development in a few years time. — 8 years ago

Bill Bender

9.2

Very primary after a 5 hour decant but a lot of class. Nicely balanced with dark sweet fruits, graphite and fig. I've been on the list since the start and Juan and company and their wines continue to ascend. I say hold for optimum drinking but instant gratification seekers need not tarry. — 9 years ago

with Sammie

Richard Steinberg

9.5

Instant gratification. Plummy and Lucius. Just outstanding. It will age for a long time if you can keep your hands of off them. Plum, black cherry. Yowsa. — 9 years ago

with Mitchell, David and 4 others

Steven Gullo

9.0

Instant nose of American oak. Vanilla, coconut and dill. Inky and dark yet still lively on the palate. — 10 years ago

Fallon Laughlin

9.2

An instant favorite. Light tannins, perfect with the pork prepares. Crisps fruits. — 10 years ago

Milissa Mosley

10

Milissa had this 10 years ago

Rob Mondavi

Owner/President of Winemaking Folio Fine Wine Partners

9.2

Drinking so darn well I opened 2 bottles this week. The balance is leaning a bit on the fruit side yet it is Devine. Happy with the wine and the potential for further aging or instant gratification. Drink up — 11 years ago

Magnus Hillman

9.1

Faustino I from 1994, leather, dried dark fruit, instant coffee and bayleaf on the nose. Full bodied on the palate with vanilla, ceder and herbal raisins. Really smooth for a Rioja with great complexity. Amazing stuff! — 7 years ago

Talyn Edelson

9.0

I've never had a wine so full of variety...and with such an overwhelming progression of tastes! I'm still not sure how I feel about it. It has so much texture and I am unaccustomed to this instant level change of flavour. The aftertaste that settles last on your tongue is extraordinarily pleasant and leaves me pensive whilst wanting to drink more to unravel the mystery of this beaut. — 8 years ago

Chasing Jen

9.0

So. Last night cooked a rack of dry-rubbed ribs in my Instant Pot. Tonight topped with Kinders BBQ sauce and put under broiler for a few minutes (best ribs I've had in years!!). Paired with mashed potatoes, Brussel sprouts, and this most delicious wine from Tanner Vineyards (Sierra Foothills). Some moments the cherry fruit stood out, others pepper, tobacco, and soft oak. Each sip a delight. Nice balanced acid too, I might add. Of course, now wish I had more bottles in my cellar. I guess I will just have to revisit the winery. Darn. (Mourvèdre, Carignane, Petit Syrah, syrah.) $26

Ps: I used smoked paprika instead of regular.

https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/instant-pot-slow-cooker-st-louis-baby-back-pork-ribs/ — 8 years ago

Tom Wood

9.4

I remembered this to be a lot more Cabernet influenced and apparent. Other than its instant smack of Blackcurrant I'm not getting any of the classic eucalypt or menthol aromas that I remembered. In saying that, the fruitful and primary bouquet is still so luscious showing ripe plum, fresh blackberry and vanilla tobacco aromas. The palate is almost syrup-like and shows ripe plum character and some savoury plum too. The finish is long as hell on this, really loving it — 9 years ago

Bryan Garcia

Sales Grand Cru Selections

9.2

First vintage! — 9 years ago

Rob Blair

9.3

Instant Burg boner. From the minute it was opened, to the minute I drank the last sip. Great value. — 9 years ago

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

9.3

One of the best bottles I've had in 2015! Great dark fruit. Great aromatic nose. Super smooth, silky taste. Dry but inviting. Instant love and welcoming. Need to buy more and store to impress. — 10 years ago

Josh Orr

9.4

Instant happy juice. A killer bottle of Nebbiolo. Thanks to @Brian Donegan for sharing. #nebbioloforstrength — 10 years ago

with Brian

Robert Kirby

9.0

Stunning icy pear nose ..complex mineral almost steely taste ..an instant total favorite and a "must" collect ..a wine that beautifully sets up the taste buds for a mini "alone" feast which I'm having at Lung King Heen at the Four Seasons HK !! Better and better .. I love its youthful quite pure vigor .. — 10 years ago

Chef Wright

9.6

Less than $25, 16% Vol! Very we'll balance Organic Zinfandel! Instant favorite! — 12 years ago

Craig Pridmore

9.5

A devilishly delicious blend, just as they claim. An instant favourite that I'll buy again. — 7 years ago

Anthony Lombardi

9.2

Seattle has a long history of soul & funk collected here. Paired up with a 2015 Koehler Ruprecht Kallstadter Kabinett Trocken Riesling & some jambalaya. Instant Mardi Gras! — 7 years ago

Scott Rowe

9.0

Paired with Belgian Chocolate and Hazelnut Palet.
So Christmas has passed but this take you back in an instant with intense pudding flavour. — 8 years ago

Mike Lee

9.5

Age makes such a difference. Rich, velvety, hints of vanilla and sweet oak. An instant trip back to Paso with one whiff off the nose. Epoch indeed!!! — 8 years ago

Philippe Broom

9.6

Top wine. Instant classic for me. — 9 years ago

Sarah Bove

9.5

Makes me instantly happy. Medium bodied, high acidity and earthy notes. — 9 years ago

Scott Conroy

9.5

Not usually a single varietal cab franc guy, but this was an instant favorite. Sampled 10+ other wines over the course of the day, but kept wanting more of this one. — 10 years ago

Joe Spagnola

9.1

It began with an instant aroma. Dry and eclectic taste, a true to form chianti. After a few sips it began to form a robust, but subtle fruity flavor. A classic nonetheless. — 10 years ago

Mike Lee

9.0

Visited this winery last September, instant olfactory memory. Lush dark fruits, silky structure, balanced tannins. I miss Tuscany. — 10 years ago

Diego de la Peña

10

Great wine by Will Harlan ( Bill Harlan's son) powerful and elegant, simply spectacular. Instant gratification! @delectable — 11 years ago

Chas Worley

10

This wine was incredible! Deep red color with hints of cherry and strawberry. Very smooth from the instant opened. Nice long finish. — 12 years ago