Chris Harwick

9.0

Took some major CPR to get this one back. Crazy variations on the nose. Mellowed nicely. Very drinkable although fruit and tannins have waned. A treat for something older than I am! — 6 years ago

Glenn Fiddich

9.5

the perfect party in your mouth — 7 years ago

Patric George-Mihai Florea

9.3

one of the finest.
Major! — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

On the nose, sweet liqueured dark fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, plum, blueberries, black raspberries. Black olive, mocha, spices, wood shavings touch of grilled meats, violets and fresh & dark florals. The palate has; nearly completely resolved tannins, medium body, elegance and richness. Ripe, slightly liqueured fruits of; blackberries, plum, blueberries, black plum, black raspberries, dark cherries, strawberries, soft baking spices, underbrush, vanilla, mocha chocolate, salted caramel, dark, soft spices, black cherry cola/licorice, light anise, tarry notes, crushed rocks, dry stone, suede leather, mint, tobacco leaf, violet & fresh dark florals, the acidity is like rain on over the palate, still has nice freshness, good tension and an elegant finish that goes on & on. Photo tour of their SF store. I bought this 07 Kalinda for around $18. What a steal! I'm not sure who's Napa juice they bottled, but it's easily worth 3 or 4 times what I paid for it. I've never been disappointed by any of their Kalinda Cabernets. Just cellar them for 5 plus years. I've done business with just about every major wine retailer in the country, K&L stands out well above all of them. Amazing, knowledgeable, passionate staff. Sadly, this is my last bottle of their 07! 🍷😪 — 8 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.1

For more than 40 years, Robert Mondavi Winery has been the symbol of Napa Valley. Founded in 1966, it was the first major winery built in Napa Valley in the 3 decades following the repeal of Prohibition, and went on to establish the foundation for modern California winemaking. Dark Ruby with aromas of red/black fruits and earthy spice. On the palate cherry and raspberry flavors with herb spice. Soft tannins on a savory frame carry the wine to a lingering finish. — 9 years ago

James Isaacs

9.4

Just lovely. Very complex. Needs 45 minutes or so to open up and integrate. A strong bitter component integrates nicely with some time with the earthy notes, coffee, tar, herbs, dried dark fruit and minerals. Supple and elegant. Superb wine. A major hit with strong cheeses. — 9 years ago

James Gourley

9.2

I love French chardonnays. Major acid, lemon, grapefruit, hints of peach, with minerals overlaying it all. Great stuff. — 7 years ago

Bromento Mori

9.0

This is a major league workhorse fastball befitting the modern age; this is a Gini Wijnaldum wine, elegant, robust, & uncompromising in its considerable effort to shape thought, space, and facilitate room to the work. Unsung hero, surprising in its inclination to balance, & delightful. Got all them savories, got them grit, got a streak of badger & delightful acid. Chuffed with this. — 7 years ago

Enrico Allievi

8.9

Intense still out of date
In an are where minerality plays a major time this blend is more reminiscent of past glories than present transparent beauties — 8 years ago

Scott Barber

Wine Educator Meadowood Napa Valley

9.0

Major score from the leftovers of Diageo C&E for $17! Super classic 1er cru — 8 years ago

Donald Williams

9.4

Catching up on filing our wine consumption. Had this last night with Beef Bourguignon. A major hit. Aged perfectly. — 8 years ago

with Bonnie

Justin Gilman CSW, CSS

9.0

Nice #RossodiMontalcino Light delicate color, matching palate and aromas.

Light red colors to the rim. Cherry & fresh herbs with some red licorice. High tart raspberries, lively acid and rose petals.

Having with Nose to tail Plate @ Old Major #Denver — 9 years ago

Martin G Rivard

9.2

Always solid! I prefer the G Major 7 to this money ranch road Merlot BUT it was still a great pour. — 9 years ago

Lucid Selections

9.3

A Biodynamically farmed Maremma wine that over-delivers in a major way. — 7 years ago

Steve Anderson

9.3

Still our favorite Santa Barbara County Chardonnay. Hope the recent vineyard sale to a Gallo subsidiary won’t be s major impact to Paul or other producers buying this fruit. — 7 years ago

Ben Christen

9.2

Just a good wine that’s an empty bottle now. Smooth, red fruit, a bit of tannin in the background. No major tasting notes, just the empty bottle. — 7 years ago

with Emily

M. Christopher Roebuck

9.1

Interesting. Major spearmint bomb on opening that persists beyond decant. Deep red color. Perfectly bodied for me. Medium and very smooth.

The nose is very complex. Under the spearmint there is a floral note, and something my brain identifies as turmeric.

No tannins.

I certainly wouldn't put this with a steak. But we are having Spanish tapas, and it works nicely with the spicier items. Otherwise, the spearmint is misplaced.

91+ points — 8 years ago

Bryant Bickel

9.1

Solid, nice bright aspects for wine, great expression had a slight nail polish out the gate that blew out and it turned into a beauty wonderful silky texture. — 9 years ago

Lyle Fass

Founder Fass Selections

9.2

Always the most structured and backwards of the Girard Pernand 1er Cru's but also the deepest. Nose of deep strawberry, spice, mineral, but just beginning to open, needs hours, days to get there aromatically. Palate is tight, spicy and structured but fans out on the finish with excellent structure, deep, vibrant tannins, sappy, tangy and nice sweet fruit and lively acidity. Still, needs a major decant. Will revisit. — 9 years ago

Andy Casale

9.3

Admit I'm a sucker for big chocolate driven Napa merlot. Still very young and needs major decanting. Lots of structure, red fruit and chocolate, coffee and tobacco that linger on the long finish — 9 years ago