Newman's Own

Raul Pérez

Ultreia Saint Jacques Mencía 2013

Loved this. A full bouquet of roses and citrus and red fruit and sweet spice. Assertive on its own gentle with pork. Well balanced. — 9 years ago

Charles Heidsieck

Rosé Réserve Brut Champagne Blend

Consistently one of my favorite NV Rosé Champagnes the current release continues a glorious tradition. Fresh aromas of red apple abs very fruit with a toasty undertone and vibrant mouse. Excellent with food or on its own. Long finish — 9 years ago

Turley

Old Vines California Zinfandel 2013

Third day open and coming into its own. Zesty and round, but not too rich. — 10 years ago

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Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Way more easily drinkable than expected. Very smooth and complex at the same time. Yet still light and fruity. Was awesome on its own. — 10 years ago

Kara liked this

Joseph Drouhin

Clos des Mouches Blanc Beaune 1er Cru Chardonnay 2011

Charles (Chad) Bucklin
9.1

Super vibrant and exciting with great depth. Needs about 3 years to really come into its own. #closdesmouches #josephdrouhin #burgundy — 10 years ago

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 2004

Settling into its own. Not overly green with some good fruit starting to poke its head out. — 11 years ago

Apothic

Winemaker's Blend California Zinfandel Blend 2012

My favorite easy to drink wine all on its own it stands up to the enjoyment test! — 11 years ago

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Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe

La Crau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2006

Ian Burrows
9.1

Still quite youthful flavors of ripe fresh fruit, earth and spice. Pleasant texture. Continue to cellar if you own (2016++) — 9 years ago

Michael David Winery

Petite Petit Lodi Petite Sirah Petit Verdot

9/10 because it wasn't free😆...seriously, so good! Light flavour, but holds its own! — 9 years ago

Josh Cellars

Cabernet Sauvignon

Had this wine at a friends house. Tastes great on its own and paired nicely with the grilled beef filets we had. Tons of fruit and structure. Blackberry, plum, vanilla, and spice. At this price point it will be another one of our go to weeknight gems. — 10 years ago

Fred Barranger
with Fred
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Kim Crawford

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Great porch sipper. Easy drinking but can hold its own with summer veggies, fish and even pork. — 10 years ago

The Bluffer

Paso Robles Valdiguié 2014

Great on its own. Fruity with tannins that are just right. — 10 years ago

Hanzell Vineyards

Sonoma Valley Chardonnay 2010

If chardonnay had a textbook, Hanzell would have its own chapter. — 11 years ago

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Château d'Yquem

Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 1979

Contrary to other wines, D'yquem is in a class of it's own in terms of Sauternes. There is rarely, if ever, a bad year, although some years, like the 2001, stand out more than others. The disparity in quality from a GREAT d'yquem to a mediocre one & so on isn't as drastic as one might imagine. While the older vintages seem to age VERY well, it isn't as discernible from a recent vintage as other wines. Sauternes, in general are consistent, & none more than d'yquem. — 11 years ago

Martín Códax

Rías Baixas Albariño 2013

The Martín Códax Winery was founded in 1986 by a group of winegrowers in Cambados, the capital of the Salnés Valle. All grapes are sourced from their own vineyards. Nice light straw yellow color with aromas of white flesh fruit and floral scents. On the palate apple, peach, pear and lemon zest, some light spice with vivid acidity. The finish displays the minerality on a lingering ending. Crisp and fresh. Very nice! Tasting Sample. — 9 years ago

Dunn Vineyards

Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

I've been storing this bottle for 5 years. Drinking it makes me regret that I didn't purchase a few of these in 2011. It seems to be 100% cab but tastes and feels like an old world blend. Sophisticated. Balanced. Velvety. Luxurious. It has a juicy berry, licorice opening with a medium nutty, peppery finish. It's perfect for drinking on its own. Very satisfying glass (or two) of California Red. — 10 years ago

Boekenhoutskloof

The Chocolate Block Cinsault Blend 2013

Really, really good wine! Perfect with steak and on its own. — 10 years ago

Ivar Arnarson
with Ivar

Masciarelli

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2013

Great value! You will be hard pressed to find a better wine under $10. Great with pork or red sauce and will stand on its own. Spicy cherry, not too heavy on the tannins. — 10 years ago

Belle Glos

Meiomi Pinot Noir 2013

Had this at a restaurant. Was delish and full on its own. — 11 years ago