Nick H

9.5

Excellent Northern Rhône tasting through J.L. Chave’s 1989, 1990, 1999, 2004, 2009 Hermitage, as well as the 2014 St. Joseph. ‘90 and ‘09 were my noted favorites. — 6 years ago

with Eric and Andrew

Krysta Oben

9.0

Goes great with election tears — 8 years ago

Angelica Nierras

9.2

Lovely fruity unexpected pinot noir — 9 years ago

Marc Helwig

9.1

A lovely bargain wine, surprisingly complex, forward on the nose, very well balanced. Awesome for a Friday night takeaway. — 9 years ago

Sarah

9.4

Spsrking mineral taste green apple tart — 9 years ago

Katie Neill

8.9

Phaia - Mitch designed the label! — 9 years ago

Mark Tovbis

9.4

Absolutely delicious! Will buy again! — 10 years ago

Patrick V

9.5

Fantastic balance - lots of berry and depth while smooth and full of color and richness. — 10 years ago

with Kazutoshi

Eric Gardner

9.0

Light yet musky, dark finish. NV — 10 years ago

Laurene Menges

9.8

A wonderful treat for Christmas Eve — 11 years ago

Arden Barnett

9.1

First introduction to the power of J.L. Chave. Dried blueberries and cherries fill the nose followed by a rush of pepper and freshly dried herbs, particularly thyme and rosemary. Dried cranberries and red currants lead the charge on the palate with smoked meat and the earthiness that I love from Rhône style wines right behind. Terrific mouthfeel with the right amount of tannins and acidity, and a long fruit forward finish. Chave’s Hermitage is a top dream wine for me, and this just adds fuel to the fire. — 7 years ago

India Munari

10

Honey on opening, opens up to citrus blossom, lemon and lime, white flowers. Slight wet stone minerality. Chalky acidity and as it warms a lovely rich mouth feel with super crisp finish. — 9 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.2

Always a treat! — 9 years ago

Bill E

8.9

Les Garrigues vin d'pays d'Oc -- light color, nice cherry fruit, nice tannin, and sufficient acid for structure. Nice nutty finish. — 9 years ago

Pamela Day

8.9

My fav $15 sparkling — 9 years ago

with JB

Naboth van den Broek

9.3

Very good Brut BdeB. Green apple, lemon, flowers, fine but strong bubbles and solid enough to go with food. Escalope de fois de canard, legumes d'ete au satay, Lieu jaune, chorizo iberique con case ecume de lait, a la nepita. — 10 years ago

Devin Bray

9.4

Beautiful. Another nearly flawless, sophisticated offering from J.L. Chave. — 10 years ago

Adam Reinhard

9.0

Very even keeled. No negative steely after taste. Happens to be excellent ice cold on a hot summer day. — 10 years ago

Jon Leopold

9.2

Craig Perman sold me the good stuff! — 11 years ago

Mishele Marin

9.2

Muy suave bueno con mariscos y pescados — 12 years ago

Rick Bryant

9.2

Crispy dry, perfect with picnic lunch — 8 years ago

Jordan Gianelli

9.2

Oily and beautiful. Not brimming with acidity that will shoot to the stars, but it's softer palate feel is welcomed and very pleasant to sip on. — 8 years ago

Jan van de Ree

9.0

White fruit, crisp but also volume and length. Improved after opening. Will go a few years. — 9 years ago

Andrew Schirmer

8.9

Breakfast of champions. Good acidity. Notes of toast, almonds, vanilla. Fresh aroma. Nice QPR. — 9 years ago

with Alsu

Tobias Schnabel

9.0

• 2014 Sauvignon Blanc Saint Bris "Mont Embrasé"
• Domaine J.L & J.C. Bersan
• Saint-Bris-les-Vineux
• Burgund

Die AOC Saint Bris grenzt südwestlich an Chablis und ist die einzige Appellation des #Burgund in der Sauvignon Blanc angebaut wird.
Vom sortentypischen Duft des SB bei dem sich die Geister scheiden, ist in der Nase überhaupt nichts wahrzunehmen. Dafür Honig, Zitronenschale und nasser Kies. Schon im Duft sehr mineralisch, karg und nicht auf Frucht gebaut.
Am Gaumen zeigen sich dann in erster Linie eine kristalline Säureader und ein salziger Kern die dem Wein von vorne herein jegliches Übergewicht absprechen. Kein Gramm Fett, nur Haut und Knochen. Sehr durchtrainiert, karg, mundwässernd und niemals sättigend. Dahinter dann ein gelber Fruchtschmelz, etwas Minze, Geschälter Apfel und die immer wieder aufblitzende Salzzitrone die den Gaumen vollständig auskleiden und auch noch lange nach dem Schlucken präsent sind. — 9 years ago

Marcelo Santos

9.6

Amazing! A blast of apricots, scent of flowers and a refreshing acidity. A 2006 that evolved a lot! Fantástico! Uma explosão de damascos, perfume floral intenso e mantendo uma acidez refrescante. Evoluiu super bem em garrafa nestes 9 anos. Quero mais! — 10 years ago

Anuj Purwar

9.0

Nice light wine — 10 years ago

Paul Watson

8.9

Solid effort. Merlot may be a tad overcooked but quite enjoyable. Loved it with BBQ ribs. — 10 years ago

Michael Solway

8.9

100% Chardonnay. Bone dry and refreshing. — 10 years ago

Ryan Stewart

9.1

Clear, pale lemon color with legs. Bracing acidity with aromas if nectarine, peach, lime, and stone fruit. Similar flavors, with additional minerality and a long finish. — 11 years ago

with Natalie