Andrew Cullimore

9.3

Pretty deep ruby narrow ruby /garnet rim . Quite austere at first , dark dusty mineral tinged , grafite, charcoal , touch of oak spice . On the palate quite austere , mineral and grafite tinged dark fruits . Good balancing acidity , quite grippy tannins . Long finish . Young still needs time . Well balanced and refreshing . — 2 years ago

Joshua K Hall

9.5

Fantastic. Smooth even after just poured — 5 years ago

Deborah M

9.2

I wanted something nice tonight. This was perfect. Winemaker Kurt Venge offers a Burgundian style to Sonoma. Red fruits and plush velvet finish. Definitely worth seeking out this off the beaten path wine. — 5 years ago

KRISTIE

8.9

Ripe flavors of black cherry and raspberry that leads to a luscious finish. — 6 years ago

Amy Yan

8.9

Good job James! Off the beaten path but delicious. I don't normally gravitate towards wine with minerals but this one was nice. — 7 years ago

with James

Mark Seeber

9.0

A treat, paired with Colorado beef tenderloin, wilted chard, mushrooms, and parsnip purée. Big, brash tannins that stood up to the charred edges of the steak. A lot of dark fruit with a touch of (good) funk. Off the beaten path for sure...need to go find some more — 7 years ago

Shelby

9.9

Absolutely great with a terrific Italian dinner! — 8 years ago

Natalie Jacobs

9.5

Very yummy!! Dry, but fruity. The owner was very friendly and chatted with us about the wine making process. The winery was beautiful and off the beaten path! — 2 years ago

Vino Joe

9.0

Solid. But following an Insignia it had nowhere to hide. Not bad but narrow. A bit too sweet and short. Wholly pleasant but so limited. — 4 years ago

Stephanie Carnegie

8.9

Pretty good for the price, dry with dark fruits — 5 years ago

Manprit Kaur

10

Loved it! — 5 years ago

Gelert Hart

9.2

Paired with beef and zuchinni noodle soup she is really darn good — 7 years ago

Severn Goodwin

8.9

No. 2 on off the beaten path varietals tonight, just getting some air now...
Interesting for sure, mild smokey bacon, dried autumn leaves and some acidity lingers, looking forward to the evolution on this bottle, I think. — 7 years ago

Arnaud Namer

9.8

2014 Puissant et rond 2 bouteilles pour $30 à bevmo — 8 years ago

Ammo

9.4

Damn fine — 3 years ago

with Robert

Vino Joe

9.2

Tight and moody. This needs time. Even with a long decant it was reluctant to show much. The bones are there but tonight was a narrow underwhelming experience. — 4 years ago

Flyingfish55

9.2

Thought this was great! — 5 years ago

Cecil Ramirez

8.9

2009 vintage. Garnet w brown highlights, med+ bodied, soft mouthfeel, long finish. Notes of blueberries, plum, violets, dried earth, cedar. High ABV at 14.7 but doesn't taste hot. — 5 years ago

Robert Torretti

9.0

What a gem! Opened and decanted into a bottle with a narrow opening to keep from aerating too quickly. Nose had tobacco, leather and earth. Palate had all that and a little mint, anise and herbs. Beautiful red color, clean and clear. Enjoyed with the tail-end of an uni pasta special, and with shared lamb (with fresh mint, morels, and asparagus) and with roast suckling pig. Evolved during the course of two hours or so. — 7 years ago

Paul H

9.2

This is one of those that needs to sit for a while to open up. But once it does it is a superb Pinot. Spices and cherries greet you upon opening. I got some red fruit and licorice upon the first sip. However others disagreed with me. But it is my post so I am going with mine. The acid was not too high for me and let this finish nicely. This is an elegant glass of wine and one to enjoy with friends. — 8 years ago

with Kim