Unique / Bordeaux style wine. Needs time to open and despite the age, would improve with decanting this wine. Old world nose, well balanced on mid palate with forest notes and wild berries. Medium finish — 9 years ago
Excellent rye — 10 years ago
Old world style from 98. Rock candy nose, slight funk mid palate and gorgeously round finish. Drinking well, very well. Delish. — 10 years ago
Old world style Syrah from Washington. A great surprise — 10 years ago
Incredible old world wine — 11 years ago
What used to happily pass for a "big" wine in Napa. The wine is remarkably fresh and flavorful for a 23 year old new world Cabernet. While time has tamed the tannins somewhat they are still very much evident in every sip. — 8 years ago
Meanwhile, on the other side of the Vosges... It's a weird experience for me; it's like a hybrid of California and the old world. Seems high pH/soft and the oak is sweet, even if they are second fill barrels. Maybe the sandstone is a big part of it? Interesting and tasty wine for sure — 10 years ago
If you want new world power and old world balance, this hits the mark. Dark cassis, black olive, dried herbs and flowers, great acidity and length. — 10 years ago
Nice old world red. With good juice and earth — 9 years ago
Very old world in taste. Opens up after about 30-45 minutes in the glass. Earthy and only slightly tannic on the end — 9 years ago
Balanced old world Rioja style. Fully integrated and redolent of cigar box, spice and dark fruit. Drank beautifully but in prime — 9 years ago
Pure Oregon Pinot. Well made. Bright burgundy fruit. Cranberry and rhubarb. Crisp fruit, earthy undertones, and good acidity on the finish. Again, new world meets old world. — 10 years ago
Too good for the money! A text book example of the quality Old World wines can produce when using newer technology and Old World Instincts. 100% Tempranillo A must try from La Rioja Alta. — 10 years ago
The Barolo of the south, more or less. One of the better Taurasis I've tried. Mouthful of old world acidity and tannin balanced by wonderful new world earthiness and fruit. — 10 years ago
Best North Forks wine so far. Bought it with Zak and James! — 12 years ago
David Morden
I love this wine. Easy and inexpensive way to get a small taste of old world Chardonnay. — 8 years ago