Sipping Fine Wine

9.3

1 of CA's oldest wineries, Far Niente, founded 1885 by John Benson. Winery flourished until Prohibition, when it was abandoned & fell into complete disrepair. Stately stone shell of a winery purchased in 1979 by Gil Nickel. A big wine! Tropical and stone fruit aromas with complex spice and oak notes. On the palate apple, peach and citrus flavors, creamy, with buttery toasty oak, fig/honey tones. Long finish ending with vibrant acidity & mineral character. Consistent. — 2 hours ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.3

Vintage 1999 | Top notch, luscious Sauternes | paired with Foie Gras | at restaurant Hofmeisterei Hirtzberger — 15 days ago

Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

9.3

Honestly seemed too young — 2 days ago

Conrad Green

9.4

A hint of oxidative notes and a really pretty, quite intense nose. Lanolin, lemon oil, slate. Very clear and pretty with a splash of salinity on the finish. Good texture. Excellent. — 6 days ago

with Amanda and Steve

Bradley

9.8

Color: pale yellow
Smell: lemon, grapefruit
Sip: lemon
Acid: high
Sweetness: very — 14 days ago

Ericsson

9.6

Yquem for my namesake day! Cheers. — 19 days ago

John Van Trijp

10

Thanks Jonnie for all the great moments! Show them some of your great dishes in Heaven. R.I.P. ❤️ — 7 days ago

Kristin Yankauskas

9.6

Nectarine in color. Vegetal, hay, barn-y on the nose - a very surprising aroma. Round mouth feel with pleasant acidity. Getting some grapefruit and citrus and meringue on the back end. Complex wine that pairs wonderfully with a light, pasta primavera. — 4 days ago

Martijn

9.0

Wonderful companion for the fantastic sushi. — 12 days ago

Andrea Watt

9.3

Drank this from a magnum at a paired dinner. Smooth and rich with lemon, pear, and a touch of brioche and jasmine. Round and warm. — 9 days ago