Matthew Humbaugh

9.0

I really enjoy this wine. Heavier than Pinot, but very drinkable. — 5 years ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

This Vermentino delivers what I love about the grape, especially those from Sardegna. It is a smell that is more than simple salinity, it is the ocean. With flowers floating on it. The palate brings a savory smattering of citrus, along with a gentle acidity that lets us know that it is there without ripping a gash in our tongues. Seafood time. — 5 years ago

Matthew Murphy

8.9

From the federal wine Xmas crate. Drank after a long day with chicken Caesar and it totally hit the spot. I taste the apple/pear at the margin. — 6 years ago

Nicole

10

Did I just drink a glass of wine or did I just have a romantic climax with the hottest person from high school everyone always had a crush on? This wine is sex in a bottle. — 8 years ago

Kristin Stein

9.5

Light, crisp, fruity. Not much of a aftertaste, which I like. Semi-sweet — 9 years ago

Randy Fuller

9.4

Frizzante, deep purple, grapey and earthy. In short, a delight. Chill it, and this is how I want my summer to be. — 10 years ago

LM Segal

9.3

Insane nose that I couldn't stop sniffing. Cedar and sour cherry. Smoked wood. Medium body, very French, but undoubtedly Sangiovese. Drying finish perfect for steak. 1 point better than bottle 2 months back. Are the '04 Brunellos maturing quickly? — 11 years ago

Andrew Holod

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9.3

This 2007 was purchased when Uwe was in DC years ago, pouring samples at Peter Wygandt's store. It is labelled as "Vörösbor Vaszkeresztes Vashgey" on the front label and Sudbergenland on the back.

This poured w a surprisingly deep, ruddy purple. Aromas are complex with a concentrated/desicated dark berry fruit note and some savory, earthy, tertiary bottle depth. Tannins are resolved in this medium bodied wine. It is deeper and more concentrated than I remembered. — 5 years ago

Jay Laney

9.7

Mineral, crisp, dry. Long, balanced finish. Great on its own or with poultry or seafood. Label reads green apple and tropical fruit. Not sure I detected those flavors. Highly recommended. (Donna) — 6 years ago

Jon Ebsworth

9.0

Luscious Cannonau with Duck Leg at Trullo. Second bottle was ordered. — 6 years ago

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9.3

Dark ruby. Fresh floral, chocolate, plum, blueberry and smoke on the complex, perfumed nose and in the mouth. Big, deep, smoky, chocolaty wine that finishes long and ripe but suave. This will win many fans. Cellar it for another couple of years and then enjoy for another 10 years after that. A blend of 40% Cannonau, 30% Carignano and 30% Bovale Sardo. Cannonau gives perfume but not much color; Bovale Sardo adds color and acidity; and the Carignano contributes a refined mouthfeel and a little bit of freshness to what otherwise might have been jammy wines. S’Arai was a field blend until 1998; since then, each variety has been vinified singly, and I find the wine much more precise and focused as a result. (Ian D'Agata, Vinous, March 2018) — 8 years ago

Glenn Caster

9.2

2012 consumed 01/17. Outstanding. Full bodied blend. Great structure. Smooth tannins. Nuanced berry flavors. Best wine I have had from Temecula. Paired with what else? Italian food. — 9 years ago

Ken Schmidt

9.0

2013. Valerie and I had this at Melba's and again at her bistro. Spicey fruity. Opens up and becomes gentler. — 10 years ago

Joe Ward

9.1

I really liked this fruit forward Italian wine - the sulfate free always leaves almost a tingle on the tongue — 5 years ago

AnissaS

9.0

Crisp tasting wine, light to the tongue but has a soft dryness to the palate. Must be served chilled. Stumbled across this wine and now its one I like because I feel it’s balanced. — 5 years ago

Rick & Connie

9.0

Thanks for the recommendation Bonnie. I needed a little sweetness this evening. — 6 years ago

Robin Powell

9.4

Reminds me why I like Syrah. Complex and fruity. — 7 years ago

Michael Meyer

9.0

Super floral on the nose, with strong notes of lemon peel and river rock. The palate is surprisingly lush/ripe and full bodied for a Vermentino - maybe the 14% ABV talking here. I also get a hint of spearmint and stone fruit in the midpalate. Bracing lively acidity throughout. Long finish for an Italian white. Awesome with goat cheese and a fig/olive tapenade. — 9 years ago

Michael Jones

10

I mean......speechless — 10 years ago

Joe Wilush

9.1

With Cacio e Pepe — 10 years ago

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