Maura Passanisi

9.4

Great stuff. — 9 years ago

Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

8.9

Bright yellow with a slight greenish hue. Lots of acidic fruits on the nose, like granny smith apples and lemon. Slightly buttery attack that was then overcome by clean fruits, such as white and tropical fruits. Moderate acidity (6.5/10) and a medium body. A little sharp in the finish, moderate plus in length. Seems to only have a little oak influence. This would be nice to try in a couple years once it has some time to numb that sharpness. Drink till 2023. — 9 years ago

Karen Robinson

9.0

Really great daily red dinner wine! Rich and jammy - just how I love my Zins. I could drink this once a week which is saying a LOT with all the wines I love. — 9 years ago

Nathan Brown

9.0

Very fruit forward with a smooth finish. Detect a lot of brown sugar. After letting it breathe got more of the maple flavor. Light body. Very light tannins. — 10 years ago

Katie Larsen

9.2

Brangelina got it right with this one! With the help of Marc Perrin, they created one of the finest rosés I've stumbled upon yet. In the nose, I pick up on subtle hints of strawberries, fresh whipped cream, and rose water. On the palate, it tastes just like it smells! It begins with forward bright and fruity crispness, accented by a floral bouquet. I actually kind of prefer it once it's had the opportunity to warm up a little, about 30 minutes out of the fridge. It's well balanced with the perfect touch of light sweetness to balance out the pleasant acidity, that will lead your mouth watering for more. I rate this in comparison to all other wines. As far as a rosé goes, this ones nearly a perfect 10. I'm not the type to crave a Rosé, but this one may have me rethinking my past decisions. I can assure you, you'll be able to find me sipping on a glass of this enticing Rosé at my next weekend brunch! — 10 years ago

Conquistadora Wise

9.7

Favorite wine so far. Very refreshing. Bought it because of the name/ label, haven't found one to top it yet. — 11 years ago

Julie Ong

9.1

Purchased at Mariano's loop location. Drinkable and more interesting than the once upon a vine — 11 years ago

Sybaritewino C.Lawrence

9.5

Big call, but here's to Kumeu River Maté's Vineyard being one of the best #chardonnay in the world! What a #wine! Bright, tight & focused at 8 years of age, with apple blossoms & cinnamon stick followed up by flinty, gun smoke, sun drenched slate tiles, & the faintest whisper of lemon curd on the nose, carrying me away to memories of my youth. Once upon the palate, it boogies to an electrophoretic humming of liquid energy, bringing life, happiness & joy with it. Sapid, sexy acids whirl about playfully, skipping to an extended denouement, combining its components into one, luxuriously wondrous whole. Love it so! — 9 years ago

Fem McClure

9.3

Tasty!! Sweet, very slightly dry, strong cherry notes, with a touch of cranberry, cardamom, and vanilla. The nose is extremely pleasant, full of cherry and oak. Very, very nice — 9 years ago

Carleigh Young

9.7

So, I have heard a lot of crap about chocolate wine and wasn't sure of what to expect with this one. However, once I tried it I fell in love. It truly is a delicious chocolate wine that makes an excellent dessert. — 10 years ago

Michelle Cummings

9.8

Tyler's new favorite dinner wine! — 10 years ago

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Chelsea Boss

Sales & Marketing Favia Wines

9.2

Once upon a time I learned how to make wine... In Idaho. Today I'm reveling in the blood, sweat and tears. — 10 years ago

Erin Yamashita-Urevig

9.9

One of my favorites. complex, deep ruby color. Love blends-old vine zin, sirah and mourvedre. Comes out once a year around september then its gone. — 11 years ago

Jonathan Wall

9.4

Music. Everything but Malbec. Pedigree such as David Abreu, Howell Mountain, Kongsgaard, Erickson, Beethoven Opus 111. Yeah... It's in the wine. The nose and finish are balanced, long, and deep. If you happen upon a bottle, let it settle thoroughly, unfiltered and extracted, but once "clean" it is gorgeous. — 9 years ago

Hanif Perry

9.2

Big and grippy for a Pinot Noir. Great bottle and old vintage still strong. — 9 years ago

Collin Moody

9.0

Old vine needed a decant and time, but once it did, great acid and structure. — 9 years ago

Craig Haarmeyer

9.5

Unruly upon opening; delightfully tame, tender, floral and textured as it has a chance to compose itself. — 10 years ago

Paul H

9.0

I had the 2011. When we open the bottle there was a very strong plum and black licorice aroma, almost a bit too strong for me. However once it was decanted and allowed to sit the plum softened a bit and the licorice backed down, there was now a hint of Cedar and a touch of spice. Upon tasting 2011 you're greeted with a rich well structured wine with a mix of Cassis, Oak and to me a hint of tobacco, (others did not get the tobacco), with tannins that finish very nicely. However, I think we open this up too early and it may be better off visited after it is allowed to sit for a while longer. Do not get me wrong it is still a lovely bottle and it and it was well received, I will revisit this wine in a couple of years and compare the evolution of its maturity. — 10 years ago

Kellie Dolan

8.9

Apple, pear and a slight tropical fruit notes. Slightly sweet and slightly dry, a nice balance overall. — 11 years ago

Joe Gonzalez

9.8

Very smooth! — 11 years ago