Bob McDonald

9.1

I consumed my stocks of this dozen way too soon. I had the first bottle 209 weeks ago and now only have 1 left which I will leave until 2027 when 10 years old. Currently stacks of citric acid - lemon and lime. A whiff of Granny Smith Apple. Rob Diletti also makes the Riesling for his near neighbour Dukes which win awards left right and centre - 99 points from Halliday for the Dukes. — 3 years ago

Jake Hajer

8.9

Want more age but hard not to love the macadamia caramel of tawny. — 4 years ago

David Kline

9.4

Black with burnt umber highlights. Low and creamy head springs with bubbles combining to undercut its great form. Fireworks lacing slow falls to leopard spots. Espresso and baker’s chocolate nose boasts licorice and chicory, campfire notes and vanilla. Palate shows none of the sweet elements of the nose initially. Instead, pipe tobacco and unsweetened bitter chocolate, the chicory and burnt toast prevail; a burnt tips taste lingering. Baked pecan, dark caramel, black pepper, and ethiopean coffee, with black chewing tobacco and vanilla bean complete the circuit. Power and restraint, in this lovely offering. This really did set the standard. #samuelsmiths #samuelsmitholdbrewery #tadcaster #NYorks #imperialstout #stout #englishstout #beer #classicbeer #bier #biere #birra #cerveza #cerveja #britbeer #britannia #ukberr #ukstout #britishbeer #britishstout — 5 years ago

with Courtney

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

9.0

Chocolate lover as a beer! Cheers 🍻 — 6 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

Mother Mary of God! It’s a stunning example of why I adore White Burgundy.

The nose reveals; Meyer lemon, Granny Smith apples, pineapple, lime zest, stone fruit, under ripe green melon, beeswax, honeysuckle, touch of caramel, fruit blossoms, river stones, cream for days, gentle white spice, powdery limestone & brilliant, soft gentle chalkiness, steely minerals, some flintiness with jasmine, mixed greens, yellow lilies and spring flowers.

The body is full, rich, lush and waxy. It’s simply stunning as it glides over the palate. It just doesn’t get much better in White Burgundy unless you spend seriously more money. Meyer lemon, Granny Smith apples, pineapple, lime zest, stone fruit, under ripe green melon, kiwi, bruised Bosc pear, beeswax, honeysuckle, vanillin notes, touch of caramel, fruit blossoms, river stones, cream for days, butter, gentle white spice with soft, warm heat, herbaceous, powdery limestone & brilliant, soft gentle chalkiness, steely minerals, some flintiness with jasmine, mixed greens, yellow lilies and spring flowers. The phat, round acidity is like a warm, gentle rain shower. The rich, lush, ripe, polished, well balanced finish is delicious and persists several minutes.

Photos of, Chassagne Montrachet, the old vines of Domaine Pierre Yves Colin Morey, Pierre-Yves Colin the eldest son of the famed Marc Colin and cellar of Domaine Pierre Yves Colin Morey.
— 6 years ago

FabFreshandFly

8.9

A pleasant, fruity surprise. This strawberry ale is easy on the pallet. The subtle hop flavor was pleasant. A good buy at $4.99, this beer is a definite sip. — 8 years ago

Adam Gäfvert

9.2

Unmistakenly old school classy Bordeaux. Currants, plum, pencil shavings, black truffel, damp forest floor. The fruit has slightly started to fade in favour of earthy tones. Nice pairing to grilled spring lamb. Drink now. — 4 years ago

Skysky02

9.0

Mineral,grapefruit, granny smith — 4 years ago

Andrew Schirmer

9.2

Drier than expected & all the better for it. The wood shows beautifully. — 5 years ago

with Alsu

Brian S

8.9

Cranberry, raspberry, cherry, mushroom, forest floor. Reminds me of old world. — 5 years ago

with Ellie

"Odedi"

9.2

This is a delicious Sauvignon Blanc from Pessac-Léognan. Crisp and refreshing with nice weight and complexity.


Nose is gentle and elegant. The palate is crisp, dry and rich.

Showing citrus, lemons, spices, light wood, green apples, grapefruits and minerals.

Nice length on the finish with limes and minerals.

A Good quality wine. Definitely my favorite white Bordeaux so far.

This 5 year old is drinking very nicely now, and will continue to evolve in the next 5 years.

Needs 30 minutes to open up properly and show more complexity.

Robert Parker 93 points. 94 points Wine Spectator.

I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

A blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Sémillon and 5% Sauvignon Gris.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$95. — 6 years ago

TheSkip

9.3

Perhaps the finest young @Mike Smith Syrah I have ever had. The nose was like stepping into an old Italian delicatessen. Dark blue fruits on the palate. This lacked some of the Olive characteristics I’ve become accustomed to. Great finish. — 7 years ago

.

9.0

Not something I’d drink often, but a tasty fruit ale that did pair nicely with ham with a tangy mustard glaze. — 8 years ago

Matthew Lass

9.6

Very reminiscent of framboise, doesn’t really taste like an ale, nor alcoholic — 4 years ago

Bob McDonald

9.1

Similar to notes of 31 weeks ago here on Delectable. Very pale lemon in colour for a 6 year old Chardonnay. Sulphidic notes on the nose with Citrus and Grapefruit. In the lean style. Next day still plenty of citric acid. It remains a classy modern Australian Chardonnay but I have had better examples. — 4 years ago

Adriana Fabbro

8.9

Clean, green, athletic and refreshing: Granny Smith apple, lime zest. Good zippy acid for a PB. Time on the lees gives this wine tension, tone and muscle. Haven’t had - or craved - much Pinot Blancs to date, but this one makes a perfect pairing with with brats, Brussels, sauerkraut, dill, etc. An alpine meal for a summery January evening (after 4.5 years of living in California the ☀️☀️☀️ never gets old). — 5 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Time to get my #FridayCabernetfix. Here is a nice one from Napa Valley.

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

On the nose blueberries, black currants, black plums, sweet cherries, light vanilla, wood, licorice, spices, tar, earth, vegetables, eucalyptus, pencil lead, tobacco, dark coffee and black pepper.

Full bodied with medium plus acidity, and smooth with long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, black cherries, wood, licorice, spices, dark chocolates, green olives, graphite, earth, leather, tobacco, bell pepper, vegetables, bitter herbs, peppercorn and dark coffee.

Spicy finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very enjoyable Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District. Not the typical Napa Cabernet. Drinks more like a Left Bank Bordeaux.

Showing nice complexity with a nice mouthfeel. Nicely balanced and enjoyable by itself or with food.

This 5 year old is still young and needs another five years in the bottle to mature.

Needs time to open up properly. I gave it 3 hours. Tannins show up after two and a half hours and bring out structure, so please be patient.

At this point, the Cabernet Franc in the blend, is really showing dominance. Showing lots of earth notes at this point, which makes it very interesting. I would imagine that it will diminish with time.

Showing great potential to be much better in the next 5 to 10 years.

I paired it with cheeses and crackers. Went very nicely with the brie cheese.

A blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon and 16% Cabernet Franc. Aged in (65% new) French Oak barrels for 18 months.

14.3% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$52. — 5 years ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.3

Vintage 2000 / old orang gold colour. Granny smith smell, brioche, very vital and energetic. A treat. #champagne — 7 years ago

Joe Mar

9.2

Classic. Great character, good depth, clean finish — 7 years ago

Bonnie Chu

9.6

Even better than ommegang 🍒, bc it’s 🍒🍒🍒 — 8 years ago