Joe Roth

9.1

Deep garnet in color. Red fruit on the nose. — 7 years ago

with Jeff and Michael

Jason and Jennie

9.6

Much bigger, denser, mountain-y than the reserve. Still nice now, but give it a few years while you drink the reserve — 8 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.5

This is the st. Helena (lewelling vineyard). Not as opulent as the ehrlich single vineyard. Dark fruit with a touch of licorice. Very smooth. Table guests actually thought the macauley pinot was more tannic and not as integrated. — 8 years ago

Shay A

9.6

Attending the Côtes du Coeur in Dallas. Was asked to be a brand ambassador for Montagu Wines, so I get to pour this weekend! Last night was the grand tasting...out of 18 or so wineries, two really stood out.

This was so freaking good. I know @Shawn R is a big fan of their stuff and this was my first time trying anything from Barnett (need to try their cab franc). This and the Macauley To Kalon were neck and neck for WOTN. Velvety in texture. Pure toasted oak, vanilla, black and blueberry pie. Superb balance. — 9 years ago

Matt Sterr

9.3

Unctuous. Smoky bacon fat, ripe black fruits on a big, silky palate. Great effort here. — 10 years ago

Amelia Norvell

9.5

Dry, but indescribable. Great w/ pesto. — 13 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.4

New wine- this is the petite sirah. Based on this and other versions in his portfolio (macauley petite and marauder 50/50 petite-syrah blend), I think the varietal really suits his winemaking style. I prefer this over his zins and probably his syrahs. This is also the first 2017 red wine ive had from bottle. Young but i’m guessing 2-3 hrs in the decanter would be great. — 7 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.4

Going to macauley, hunnicutt, b cellars tomorrow. Thought we would try venge tonight to round it out. I don't have them next to me but think it's like a blend of the 2013 (structure) and 2014 (fruit) — 8 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.3

Although this is mostly red fruit with a touch of plum or something darker, this is a big big pinot. Spice. Long finish. — 8 years ago

Piero Bonamico

9.5

I'm a Zinfandel fan for sure. This is a great expression of the style. If you can find a bottle, check it out! — 9 years ago

with James

Felix Huang

9.0

Good alternative to Dolce. — 10 years ago

Ryan Carver

9.7

Might be the best wine I have had.... — 11 years ago

O Par

9.7

Had a nose of a blackberry cobbler! — 7 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.5

Mocha, mountain fruit, licorice. Big wine. 95 on pop n pour. Would have liked to decant this but i didn't bring a decanter on this glamping trip. Mountain fruit wine at 7500 elevation 👌will have the macauley version tomorrow — 7 years ago

Neville Weston

9.2

Big, high alcohol California Cabernet.... — 8 years ago

with Marta

Jason and Jennie

9.3

This could easily pass for a macauley zin. This is big, briary, and just freaking delicious. Think venge style zins or turley. 10% monte rosso along with dry creek vineyards. — 8 years ago

Joe Kaiser

9.2

05 deep dark fruit, with Chocolate, with a little earthiness. On the palate this wine was powerful yet balance with the tannins seamlessly integrated. Long lush finish! — 9 years ago

Janelle Kellman

9.0

Clean and fresh. Notes of lemon and vanilla cake. — 11 years ago