Revised downward: turned apple on the palate having been opened for a while. Exceptional Chardonnay. Smells like an old world Burgundy on the nose and follows through on the palate. Presents strong lemon flavors without even a hint of butter. A little more acidic and tart than I would like, but these characteristics will likely soften with age. — 10 years ago
Balanced old world Rioja style. Fully integrated and redolent of cigar box, spice and dark fruit. Drank beautifully but in prime — 10 years ago
Such an amazing producer. Tasted blind, the generous chalkiness led me to white burgundy. Man was I wrong. Clean and direct fruit, neutral oak. New world done in an old world style. — 11 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. — 11 years ago
European style Chardonnay from Napa. Famous for being one of the first to beat Old World wines on a blind taste test. — 11 years ago
Deep dark fruits full of spice in an old world style. Yummy #Rioja — 10 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 — 10 years ago
Excellent rye — 11 years ago
Old world style from 98. Rock candy nose, slight funk mid palate and gorgeously round finish. Drinking well, very well. Delish. — 11 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. — 11 years ago
Very old world on the nose with notes of dark berry fruit and earth. Beautiful acidity with nice tannins that don't overwhelm. Finish is short to medium. — 10 years ago
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 — 10 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 — 11 years ago
Old world style Syrah from Washington. A great surprise — 11 years ago
Best North Forks wine so far. Bought it with Zak and James! — 13 years ago
Collin Clark
Nice old world red. With good juice and earth — 10 years ago