Morey Blanc

Delamotte

Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne

Pale golden yellow.
Hazel nutty, brioche and yeasty. Beautiful crispness, acidity and mouthfeel.
I can’t afford Salon everyday but I will drink Delamotte as often as possible.
— a month ago

Bob and Andrew liked this

Mommessin

Clos de Tart Grand Cru Pinot Noir 1990

Lovely bottle. Gained weight and complexity during the evening. — a month ago

Daniel liked this

Starborough

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Crisp, tart but slightly sweet citrus — a month ago

Villa Maria

Private Bin Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023

One of the best Sauv. Blanc. Really recommend, great value for money! — 4 months ago

Daniel liked this

Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau

Silex Pouilly-Fumé Sauvignon Blanc 2015

Luis mtz carlos velazque — 3 months ago

Rob, Daniel and 1 other liked this

Kim Crawford

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023

From Costco, and perhaps their best wine currently on the shelf. Zesty undertones to rich tree fruits, and perhaps stone fruit presence. Could drink this all day. — 3 months ago

Anthony liked this

Château Guiraud

Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2004

Mary H
9.0

An older, more restrained Sauternes - fruit leaned austere, slightly reductive, more dates than peach. — 4 months ago

Dave and Billy liked this

Domaine des Lambrays

Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2006

Drinking at close Des lambrays — 5 months ago

Bob, Billy and 2 others liked this

Nicolas Joly

Clos de la Coulée de Serrant Savennières Chenin Blanc 2019

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. The 2019 pours a pale yellow color with medium+ viscosity. On the nose, the wine is developing with intense, ripe notes of Comice pears, baked green apple, mixed fruit cup, lemons, white tree flowers, lanolin, raw almond, tarragon, a touch of raw honey and minerals. On the palate, the wine is off-dry(?) with high acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and the texture is waxy. I questioned the off-dry call because I actually think it’s dry but the power and ripeness of the fruit, not to mention the 15% ABV(!!), give the impression of sweetness. An utterly balanced wine despite the big personality. A wine that gives main character energy. I wish I had a week or more to track the development because this is such a wee babe. Drink now to experience its youth and enjoy through 2049. — 2 months ago

Tom, Ira and 13 others liked this
Daniel M

Daniel M

I can completely relate to your tasting note about the mouthfeel being reminiscent of that of an off-dry wine. I had the same impression when tasting a 2013 a few years back. It was clearly a dry wine but with the touch of a sweet nectar.
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@Jay Kline Nice details here.
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@Somm David T thanks David. I just call them as I…ahem…taste them

Chappellet

Mountain Cuvée Proprietor's Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2013

Chapellet Mountain Cuvée Proprietor’s Blend 2023
Pritchard Hill, Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A vibrant Bordeaux-style blend from Chapellet, a pioneering family-owned estate high on Pritchard Hill since 1967. Known for its rocky, elevated vineyards and bold mountain-grown fruit, Chapellet crafts this approachable yet terroir-rich blend for both immediate enjoyment and graceful aging.

Blend Composition
• 51% Cabernet Sauvignon
• 24% Merlot
• 10% Petit Verdot
• 8% Malbec
• 7% Cabernet Franc 

Aromas & Flavors
Effusively aromatic with dark cherries, blackberries, and plums, framed by spicy oak notes of clove, cardamom, cedar, plus touches of black pepper and savory herbs. The palate mirrors this with plush ripe berry layers, framed by fine-grained tannins, and finishes with lingering dark chocolate and anise.  

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with a luxuriously textured core. The fine-grained tannins wrap the fruit beautifully, balanced by inherent freshness—creating a long, silky, and satisfying finish.  

Winemaking Notes
Crafted under the guidance of Winemaker Phillip Corallo-Titus, the 2023 vintage benefitted from a cool growing season and carefully managed canopy work to preserve freshness and reduce yields. Fermented and aged to deliver immediate appeal without compromising structure. 

Food Pairing
A versatile pairing wine—ideal with grilled ribeye, slow-braised short ribs, or herbed lamb chops. It also complements rich pasta sauces and grilled mushrooms—luxurious yet approachable.

Verdict
Mountain Cuvée 2023 is a powerful yet elegant Napa blend, showcasing depth, freshness, and mountain intensity. It’s a beautifully balanced wine that offers a compelling mix of immediate pleasure and layered complexity. A benchmark for mountain-grown Bordeaux blends.
— a month ago

Ted and Andrew liked this

Domaine Huet

Le Haut-Lieu Sec Vouvray Chenin Blanc

2018 enjoyed 8/2025. — 2 months ago

Ely and Shay liked this

Oyster Bay

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Smooth but welcomed acidic. Triangular. Stone fruit - more-so peach. Peppery with a hint of smoke on very end. Doesn’t overstay its welcome. If it was sweet it would a dessert. — 3 months ago

Matthiasson

Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2019

Paul J
9.3

Very light gold color. Peaches, pineapple, flint, and lemongrass on the nose. This is more Sauv Blanc and Riesling than previous vintages, Less acidity too. Still good, just different from previous vintages I’ve had. Great depth and long finish. Love the complexity and uniqueness! — 3 months ago

Brooke Weaver Jakubowski
with Brooke
Tom, Vanessa and 5 others liked this

Honig

Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Big floral nose, grape and light. On the palette it’s fruity, sweet and tart. The finish is slightly dry, but flavor dissipates and leaves you wanting the next sip. — 4 months ago

Ruinart

Dom Ruinart Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne 2006

Gorgeous wine. Requests for a second pour from our guests kinda say it all.

Was so good that 4 of us crushed two bottles plus the 2 reds!!!
— 4 months ago

Tom, Bob and 4 others liked this

Château Rieussec

Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2005

From 750-ml, this great Sauternes is hopelessly youthful at age 25, dried apricot, great acidity, long, lingering finish, top notch!! — a month ago

Jim Powers
with Jim
Jan, Zach and 8 others liked this

Ruinart

Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne Chardonnay

Great champagne … very delicate … one of the finest … now in half bottles … perfect with oysters and clams — a month ago

Clos Rougeard

"Brézé" Saumur Chenin Blanc 2013

Magnum. Magnificent experience! — a month ago

Jan, Ivor and 1 other liked this

Sandlands

Amador County Chenin Blanc 2017

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of an hour. No formal notes due to the setting however, looking back on my previous notes, that assessment still applies. The 2017 Amador County continues to be an absolutely delicious expression of the variety. Drink now through 2032.  — 2 months ago

Doug, Jan and 9 others liked this

Pierre Péters

Les Chétillons Cuvée Spéciale Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne 2016

Very bright and fresh. Lemon and limestone. Salinity and pop. Going. Excellent — 3 months ago

Steve Pollack
with Steve
Douglas, Bob and 10 others liked this

Domaine Ponsot

Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Clos de la Roche Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2009

I mean, this is insane. Needed air. Soft tannins, wonderfully earthy. — 3 months ago

Andrew, Tyler and 12 others liked this

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave

Hermitage Blanc Marsanne Roussanne 2015

Where do I begin… this wine is stunning.

It is positively golden in color with concentrated notes of caramel, butterscotch, vanilla, creme brûlée, dried apricot, yellow apple,peach, nectarine, yellow cherry, kumquat, baked quince, lemon curd, honeysuckle, butter cream, lavender,, dried herbs, fennel, beeswax, honey, chamomile, hazelnut, praline, honey, & wet stones…

It’s textured!!! Waxy & mouth coating, full bodied, round, & opulent.

Alcohol is high at 14.5% ABV — it’s warming but balanced and integrated with the deeply rooted flavors and elevated, vibrant acidity. Yum!!!!!
— 3 months ago

Deked1
with Deked1
Deked1, Lyle and 23 others liked this
Dave

Dave

Sounds like an experience 😊
Vanessa

Vanessa

@Dave Clinton It was! The opposite of a patio pounder 😂 as much as we love those, too. But damn, it was a wine to sip and savor slowly.
Dave

Dave

😀

Pine Ridge Vineyards

Clarksburg Chenin Blanc + Viognier Blend

Really good and smooth. Very drinkable with or without food — 8 months ago