Ron Siegel

9.2

Not my favorite vintage of Dominus but paired well when served blind with the 00 Lynch Bages showing Bordeaux like notes of red & black fruits, cassis, earth, cedar & leather that was not as rich & aromatic as the LB. — 7 years ago

Mike Davila

9.6

This wine amazed me, I’ve had it before and it’s never shown this well, maybe just hitting it’s stride? Beautiful perfumed floral nose ( never thought I would say that about a Dunn), exquisite balance, the fruit is slightly sweet, the tannins are fully integrated and refined, with just the right amount of acid in the finish. I would never guess mountain fruit or let alone Dunn if tasted blind. Can’t wait to try it again in a couple of years. — 8 years ago

Andrew S

9.5

Wonderful tar, meat, fruit, flowers. Two minute finish. Moves into that emotional realm where my notes no longer sound like tastes. Suffice to say lots of smile and memories — 9 years ago

with John

Matthew Hughes

9.2

Yes. So tasty but better than that, it reminds me of the steak dinner when I tried these in late vintages for the first time.... — 9 years ago

with Jay and Ed

Sorasio

9.4

Great wine before being a great Champagne ! Can even drink the day after when bubbles are gone! Not that chances are very high you won't finish it same day. — 9 years ago

Patrick Sullivan

Western Mountain Regional manager estates division of Jackson Family Wines

9.6

Really not much to say here except holy crap this is good. Leather, bit of game, dark almost stewed fruits, cranberry. The tannins are pure silk — 10 years ago

John Balbin

9.7

Exceptionally wonderful to drink. Went perfect with the dry aged Liberty farms duck breast at Solage in Calistoga. A very fruity smelling drink that blends the best of coastal Pinot grapes. I would want a faucet installed in my house with this stuff coming out of it when I'm thirsty. — 10 years ago

Jeffrey Lew

9.2

53 years in waiting for this group... What can I say. Started off much younger than the label would say.. Like the old grand dame of St Estephe.. Nice fruit, wonderful nose, and a pleasant finish to round out a great bottle of wine from a era gone by. Shared with friends like it should be. Looking forward to 2015 to do it all again. — 11 years ago

Mathias Rauscher

8.9

Elegance pure, very Ladylike, salty, straight ahead taste. I would say, drink it now. — 12 years ago

Kevin Alexander

9.6

Been trying red blends when out to dinner. #continuedsuccess — 12 years ago

with Tim

Jay Kline

9.1

Always fun to try them when they’re fresh. The 2017 Zinfandel is bursting with capricious blue, black and red fruits with baking spices and a kiss of vanilla. In fact, this smells a bit like a fresh sleeve of blueberry fig newtons. Try it and tell me I’m wrong. As usual, these will be more interesting after a few years in the cellar. — 7 years ago

Jeffrey Lew

9.6

Wow.. Shocking how good these wines can be when they are on. Wonderful nose of dark fruit, old glove leather and graphite. This was still kicking after 3hrs and shows how strong the vintage was to keep going so strong after 50+ years. — 8 years ago

Susan Sangiacomo

8.9

When I started to get into wine, I loved Silver Oak. Haven't bought it for years but I still have some older bottles remaining in my cellar. They haven't impressed me for years now....but I'll pull one from my stash every now and then, and sadly nowhere as good as what I thought 15+ yrs ago when I started getting into wine. — 9 years ago

Taylor Spivey

10

The reason I fell in love with wine, popped my cherry or grape I should say. I was 19 and took this from my fathers stash, definitely got in trouble but it was worth it! — 9 years ago

David Langstaff

9.4

This wine needed about 3 hours to release. Initially tight with uncomfortable medicinal nose which then totally dissipated. Drinking now next day and you get the age of fully integrated but not fading tannins. Nose has a delightful dark fruit and smokiness. Great fit of nose and taste, meaning - when tastes after smelling the experience is consistent and not jolting. I think the color purple in a subdued way. Very nice. Memo to self: decant and watch for sediment, and enjoy three hours later. — 10 years ago

with Cynthia and Chris

Drake Whitcraft

Winemaker Whitcraft Winery

9.5

👊🏽 when cab is good. At this age — 10 years ago

Diane Kessler

9.1

Needed decanting as it was hard as nails when first opened. Great balance of fruit and acidity with tannins quite pronounced. Beautiful with assorted pastas at Collichio & Sons — 11 years ago

Dirk Pitt.

9.7

In magnum and its krug. No need to say more. — 11 years ago

with Winehouse

John Skupny - Lang & Reed Wine Company

9.6

Getting on, expected a touch more for the vintage - so coveted when I got in the trade in the '70's. Still lovely and persistent as always. — 12 years ago

Ryan Key

9.0

Pleasant surprise. Great complexity, tons of flavor. Want to try again when I'm not in a big group. — 13 years ago

JT Fields

9.3

I photographed this with the cork alongside because it was pristine. I couldn’t believe how vibrant this wine was after so many years. A real treat. The $42.99 price tag was still on the back from when I bought it 20 years ago... — 8 years ago

Paco Suro

9.3

Big. Rich. Balanced. Young. Needs more time. I would say wait until it’s 15. — 8 years ago

Soon Koh

9.1

Whee! Felt savory when the half bottle was first poured. Then graphite. Then mushroomy. Really enjoyable! — 9 years ago

Ryan Vento

9.2

This is a solid wine...the kind I would want to always have on hand for when friends come over and we are looking for a casual yet delicious selection. Nice leather, spice, black soil, and dark fruits on the nose. On the palate there is blackberry cobbler, blackberry jam, plums, and baking spices. — 9 years ago

with Krystal

Polly Rittenberg

10

I can't help but smile when I drink this scrumptious rosé champagne. — 9 years ago

Chris Morse

9.2

I have to say that I didn't want this bottle to end. Really enjoyed it. — 10 years ago

Sarah

8.9

Deep in its spice blanket but has very grown up and starting to intergrate tannins. Wonderful spiced fruit and not heavily jammy. great for the colder months when i want a tummy hug with some braised beef or cheese. — 10 years ago

Ron Siegel

9.6

This was the groups WOTN against some pretty stiff competition. 59 Leroy GE, 82 LMHB, 82 Pichon Lalande & 80 La Mouline.
This is a very underrated vintage for LaTache as it is still showing tight and firm when 1st opened but really starts opening up after 30 min of air. Very aromatic and complex with red fruits, Asian spice, dried rose petal, game bird displaying power with elegance and finesse. Always a treat to drink a fully mature LaTache that is just reaching its peak drinking window. — 11 years ago

Michael Smith

9.3

What can you say, classic Reims crisp and tart. This NV is as consistent as they come. — 12 years ago

Xavier Valero

9.9

Can't say enough about this wine awesome — 12 years ago