Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

1996 vintage. Last tasted 5.8.25 (9.5), 9.29.24 (9.5) and 8.2.24 (9.6). Decanted with some sed and tasted after an hour. Solid cork and fill. This was the worst showing of the last visits with less tannic structure and slightly more richness. Tasted a bit more like their "Au Paradis" offering. Not totally dissuaded from picking up another few bottles for enjoyment in the few 5 years or so tho. Three out of four bottles surveyed were fabulous and this wasn't a total swing and a miss. 07.18.25. — 5 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.2

A blend of 90% Sauv Blanc and 10% Semillon. Pale yellow color with aromas of citrus, floral, wet stone and tropical fruit. On the palate rich fruits of mango and peach flavors with citrus zest and earthy mineral notes on a balanced structure with lively fresh acidity. Long finish, pleasant ending with pronounced mineral character. Leave this in the cellar for a few years. Nice. Tasting Sample. — 2 years ago

Joe Flo

9.3

Beautiful Sauvignon Blanc drinking great so drink up — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

8.9

This Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon is extremely fruity. Good by itself as a sipping wine. Showing black fruits with chocolate notes and peppercorn.

Good right out of the bottle and better as it opens up and shows some tannins.

I found this 3 year old better than the 5 years old 2014 i had not too long ago.

I paired it with a cheese plate, dried fruits and crackers.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$18. — 6 years ago

Jose Rico

9.2

Dark fruits, intense colour, great legs. A real bargain. — 8 years ago

Mick Eddy

9.6

Amazing vintage of Peter Michael. Delicious. — 9 years ago

with Amber

Jody Scharf

9.0

Not buttery for a change. Dry. Lemon nose with a hint of grapefruit. Clean. Hey I'm in St. John. You could serve me Welch s grape juice I'll like. I admit it. I'm weak. I'm not strong like @Ron R Ron — 10 years ago

Eric Waxman

9.1

Still in good shape which is no easy task for a 2004 California Chard — 10 years ago

Paul Skinner

9.0

2012 pinot. Smooth and rich. Very good under 20 wine

— 11 years ago

Raul Puga

9.6

Wow. Amazing wine. — 6 months ago

K ITO

9.1

mocha choko berry rich
nice sweet bitter sour balance
— 8 months ago

Helen Anderson

9.3

Special production of the Michael Mondavi collection. “Showcases the depth and complexity that high altitude can provide.” — 3 years ago

Amanda Thomas

9.2

An old standard in our household. Velvety smooth, rich juicy berries. Glad we can purchase Freakshow even at Costco in TX and have a solid, boozy Cab at the ready. — 5 years ago

with Tim

Melanie Callen

9.2

2014 fantastic — 7 years ago

Andy Hall

9.3

We always drink a PM on release day to celebrate. Typical strong effort with this Pinot, certainly a relief from the summer. — 8 years ago

Nancy Bernstein

9.0

Love this — 9 years ago

Kate Tanis

9.5

Unbelievable! So good. Smooth finish. — 9 years ago

Paul Gordon

9.3

Very good GSM blend — 10 years ago

Mary

9.0

Go too reliable Zin for everyday enjoyment. — 10 years ago

Michael Wilson

9.0

Yay for CA gamay ! — 11 years ago

with Scott

Scott E. Becker

9.2

[Tasted on May 25, 2025 at The Optimist in Nashville with Jay]

Wine is from Pisoni Vineyard in Santa Lucia Highlands. Cherry, blackberry and red plum fruit, with baking spices, caramel and violets. — 7 months ago

Janet Coleman

9.0

So big and bold but fruity nonetheless. Loved it with a steak. — 2 years ago

Norma Normington

9.5

Beautiful Zin all around. I find it a bit earthy but absolutely stunning. Wow, when I think “Zin” this is the taste, and I got it on sale for only $35! It’s pairing perfectly with my spicy Chinese food dinner. I’m imagining about 10 other dishes this will pair wonderfully with as well. — 4 years ago

Greg Smith

9.1

Dark and fruity from my favourite region. We don’t get many varieties from MD Winery in Canada and this one tops what we get. Fruit forward and a solid finish. Will be adding a case or two to my cellar. Yup. It has legs and it worth the buy. — 5 years ago

Michael McNabb

9.1

Delicious! — 7 years ago

Jeff Hollinden

9.5

Beautiful. Incredibly well balanced. — 9 years ago

Meeter B

8.9

Definitely needs to open up. Was sweet on the first sip. Significant fruit tones at the outset and got dry as it opened. I would give it a good half hour and drink and enjoy. Solid choice. — 9 years ago

Robert Mackie

9.9

Outstanding Chardonnay but a bit pricey! — 10 years ago

Michael Murphy

9.1

Full bodied Napa Cab! Smooth and lighter tannins than I was expecting. Decanted 6 hours before enjoying. — 10 years ago

Patrick Liedtke

9.1

The 07 is drinking exceptionally well. It can still go the distance with age but it shows lots of black fruit with soft noticeable tannin now. Went well with skirt steak — 10 years ago