Michael Chelus

9.2

Cherry, raspberry, currant, vanilla, blackberry, mossy earth and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 2 years ago

Nishith Jobanputra

9.0

Lighter less ripe fruit than Napa cab, really tasty. Cork & Board. — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.0

Black cherry, raspberry preserves, cassis, plum, vanilla, licorice and oak. Full-bodied and velvety tannins. — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Cherry, raspberry, blackberry, cranberry, blackberry, oak and hints of flint. Light-bodied and soft tannins. — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.0

Cherry, raspberry, currant, blackberry, mossy earth, oak and hints of licorice. Full-bodied and good length. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Meadowcroft Wines Nelson Ranch Pinot Gris 2021, Mendocino County, California

Pale lemon in color.

Very aromatic nose of flowers, citrus, lemons, green apples, sweet grapefruits, herbs and spices.

Medium bodied with medium plus acidity. Crisp and refreshing.

Dry on the palate with limes, grapefruits, citrus, green apples, bitter herbs, light vegetables, earth and spices.

Tangy finish with spices and almonds.

This is a very tasty Pinot Gris from Mendocino County. Nicely balanced, spicy and tangy.

This Single Vineyard Pinot Gris is showing a really pretty nose.

Feels more like a Californian Sauvignon Blanc.

Easy drinking and good by itself or with food. I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

A small production of only 2,200 bottles.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$30. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

It's time for my #FridayCabernetfix. Here is a nice and easy drinking one.

Deep purple in color with a purplish rim.

Fruity nose of black plums, currants, oak, light vanilla, spices, dark chocolates, peppercorn, herbs, tobacco leaf and black licorice.

Full bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with blueberries, plums, cherries, light oak, licorice, spices, dark chocolates, tobacco, herbs, spices, earth, light black tea and peppercorn.

Nice length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious and spicy red blend from Napa Valley. A good sipping wine.

Already showing nice complexity and mouthfeel, but still young and would be better in 3 years.

Good right out of the bottle and better with airtime. Really nice nose after an hour of airtime.

Will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

Spicy and interesting. Fruity and easy drinking. I had it all by itself.

A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Syrah and 10% Petite Verdot. Aged in French oak barrels. Bottled in January 2021. A small production of 10 barrels.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$55. — 4 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.2

Black cherry, vanilla, raspberry, cassis, eucalyptus and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 2 years ago

Brent S

9.1

Pretty nice surprise here — 2 years ago

Neal Ferry

9.3

I think this is fantastic so I ordered a 6 pack, has all the right stuff, fruit, earth, tannins and more… very overlooked — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

8.9

Lemon curd, tangerine, honey, dried apricot, citron and baked apple. Good acidity and balance. — 3 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.


Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish/ purplish rim.

On the nose blueberries, black currants, black plums, oak, licorice, light vanilla, earth, light vegetables, eucalyptus, tobacco leaf, herbs, dark chocolates and black pepper.

Full bodied and smooth with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, red currants, oak, tobacco, licorice, earth, cocoa, spices, coffee and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Mount Veeder is still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly.

Showing lots of earth notes, once it opens up (90 minutes).

This 4 year old is showing black fruits on the nose, and red fruits on the palate. Feels more like a Left Bank Bordeaux. Interesting stuff. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years.

Good by itself and better with food. I paired it with dried meats and crackers. Will pair nicely with lamb dishes.

A small production of only 7 barrels. Bottled in May 2021.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$115. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

8.9

Ruby in color with medium intensity.

Strong nose of raspberries, cherries, oak, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco, lemon peal, spices, chocolates and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, ripe raspberries, strawberries, sweet spice, earth, light herbs, light wood, dark coffee and peppercorn.

Medium finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a nice cool climate Pinot Noir from Los Carneros in Sonoma County. Showing mild complexity with a nice mouthfeel.

This Single Vineyard is easy drinking and a nice porch wine. Spicy and entertaining.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 20 minutes of airtime.

I paired it with cheeses and light appetizers.

A small production of only 2,000 bottles.

13.8% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$46. — 4 years ago

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

9.2

Meadowcroft Sonoma County Syrah 2007: Medium-bodied. Bold taste. Dark, juicy flavors such as blackberries, black cherry, licorice & spice. Soft smooth tannins and a silky, graceful finish. All in all, an outstanding & memorable vintage I am glad to have enjoyed & paired over two nights with some spectacular meals! Cheers🍷 — 5 years ago

"Odedi"

8.9

Meadowcroft Wines Botanica Consecrata Nelson Ranch Pinot Gris Rosé 2023, California

Very pretty neon orange in color.

Interesting nose of flowers, raspberries, strawberries, red candy, spices, apples and pears.

Light to medium in body with medium acidity. Crisp and refreshing.

Dry on the palate with limes, light cranberries, lemons, apples, apricots and spices.

Tangy finish with limes.

This Single Vineyard Orange Wine is very young, but already enjoyable. Tangy and interesting. Crisp and refreshing.

Needs a couple of years in the bottle to mature properly. Will definitely get better in the next few years.

Nicely balanced. Not bitter nor tart, and the alcohol is not too noticeable, so watch out.

I paired it with a stinky French Gorgonzola cheese.

Made with Pinot Gris grapes from Mendocino County. A tiny production of only 540 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$48. — 2 years ago

David Wells

9.7

Legendary. From our wine club. — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

8.9

Cherry, watermelon candy, strawberry, raspberry and dried apricot. Great acidity and balance. — 3 years ago

Michael Chelus

8.9

Cherry, raspberry preserves, mocha, currant, dark chocolate and oak. Full-bodied and soft tannins. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Meadowcroft Wines Napa Valley Blanc de Blancs Non Vintage, California

Pale lemon in color.

On the nose grapefruits, green apples, white pepper, light limes and minerals.

Medium bodied with medium plus acidity and medium sized bubbles.

Dry on the palate with lemons, citrus, green apples, herbs, spices, minerals and white pepper.

Tangy finish with limes and spices.

This is a very tasty sparkling wine from Napa Valley. Nicely balanced and tangy. Spicy and interesting.

Easy drinking and good by itself. Good right out of the bottle and better with airtime.

100% Chardonnay grapes from Napa Valley. A tiny production of only 122 cases.

12.9% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$38. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Meadowcroft Wines Wyldvin Vineyard Roussanne 2021, Dry Creek Valley, California


Pale lemon in color with a golden hue.

Crisp nose of lemons, citrus, apples, earth, herbs and light spices. Very aromatic.

Medium bodied with medium acidity. Crisp and refreshing.

Dry on the palate with limes, lemons, green apples, light grapefruits, vegetables, earth, minerals and spices.

Nice tangy finish with limes and light almonds.

This is a tasty white wine from Dry Creek Valley. Nicely balanced, tangy and fruit forward.

This Single Vineyard is easy drinking and refreshing. Good by itself or with food.

A good sipping wine to drink by the porch, that paired very nicely with the truffle fries.

A blend of 96% Roussanne and 4% French Colombard. Fermented in French oak barrels. A tiny production of only 97 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$36. — 4 years ago