Opens up and metamorphosis takes place: powder fine tannin to boot. — 8 years ago
Lovely spicy notes, big ol Sweet Mother alcohol bite. Of course the dried black fruits (raisin, prunes/figs, blackberries, etc.) are there in abundance. Big sugar presence, naturally. Cause it's porto. But a nice vaguely cinnamon-y note, too. For tiny dollars at Trader Joe's, a super bargain. — 8 years ago
Yes...solid, rich Napa cab - lost all the baby fat and really kicking it — 9 years ago
The 05 was excellent. This one less impressive. — 9 years ago
Black cherry, vanilla, licorice, oak, blackberry, raspberry and eucalyptus. Great structure and moderate tannins. — 7 years ago
Always good — 8 years ago
Loads of complexity! Nice boisenberry and cherry along with sambuca (that's right) and brownie, with a suggestion of, perhaps green bean. Tip of the cap to one of Livermore's best. Could go another 2 years... — 8 years ago
Nice dark blue fruit with some nice tannins — 9 years ago
Last of the Pinot's send to me from this producer. Very 🍒 and a more burgundian type compared to the Baker Ranch. Seems to have some stems? More tannins more acid. This is good! But the favorite is still the Abbey-Harris. Turns a little herbaceous and green the next day. — 9 years ago
Outstanding Oregon Pinot. Pairs with everything. — 9 years ago
Crisp bold and flavoursome - always value — 9 years ago
12/5/18 at Harris’ with Bill Dritsas. Table in the back room near the bar and piano. Very nice steak place. Old-style SFO. — 7 years ago
Silky smooth merlot. — 8 years ago
Yup...that's Neil Patrick Harris on their Label. Sleight of Hand Cellars got involved in a charity that NPH was apart. They got to talking and found he not only had a love of Magic, but wine as well. The relationship evolved well enough, they asked him if he would be on one of their labels and Neil agreed. The "Sleight of Hand Cellars" label has been seen a few times on "How I Met Your Mother." NPH is also is a club member. The Conjurer is blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 8% Merlot and a splash of Petit Verdot from the Columbia Valley. Nice, fresh nose of; ripe dark currants, blackberries, black plum, dark cherries, black raspberries, black licorice, dark chocolate, soft spice, wood shavings and fresh dark florals. The palate is M+ body & soft M+ tannins with a thick, round mouthfeel. Dark spice, eucalyptus, mint, herb notes, cinnamon, vanilla, clove, chocolate, caramel apple, black licorice, crushed rocks, soft leather, nice, round, acidity and a very well polish finish. This is very easy to drink young and will cellar 10 years. — 8 years ago
Loved the pare and green apple on this, crisp and lean just how I like my white wine. — 9 years ago
Still my favorite Zin. Spice and fruit forward. — 9 years ago
Steaks, roasts, rich fruity full body and decadent finish — 9 years ago
Sarah Oettel
Nose is pure Campari. Slight hints of forest floor. — 7 years ago