Dana Brown

8.9

Refreshing. Sweetly acidic. Has mineral depth the likes of an ouzel in a fast-flowing section of the Russian River planing for insects and nymphs — 7 years ago

Zachary Price

9.3

A total wine pick-up, the nice bright label calling to me from a dusty bottom shelf in the "Other Reds" section. Was on the look out for some Petit Verdot ever since a friend of mine asked, "Why is it that I like Petit Verdot so much", and I had no good answer. Petit Verdot is a classic Bordeaux blending grape, typically added at 5-15% to a blend in order to improve tannic structure and boost the flavor profile. New world producers have been experimenting with this late ripening grape, especially in warmer climates, as a stand-alone counterpoint to strong Merlots and Malbecs. Hence Cellars is a smaller producer in the Walla Walla Valley at ~1500 cases a year, specializing mainly in Bordeaux grapes. Paired with a homemade shrimp red curry. Yum! ~$21 | #petitverdot #wallawalla #hencecellars

On the eyes: Concentrated, opaque, deep dark garnet, med+ stain, med tears, no gas/floc.

On the nose: A bit vinous with early hints of chocolate, spice, and violet yielding to leathery, jammy blackberry. Med+ alcohol.

On the tongue: Med+ acid, med alcohol, med+ tannin, med+ body, round on the palette. Dusty black fruit that is undercut by chocolate, spice, and cedar yielding to a wet leathery chewiness. Still a bit tannic - needs another year or so. — 8 years ago

Sean Wallner - WSET II

9.2

Expressive and full of bright vibrant red fruits! Great alcohol content and very drinkable! Picked this up at Roths in the Oregon wine section after 5 minutes of trying to decide and I am definitely satisfied with my choice! An excellent Oregon Pinot Noir from the Eola-Amity AVA! Amazing! All the notes and characteristics of an Oregon Pinot Noir with hints of spice and dill. — 8 years ago

Marisa Reisman

9.6

At the vanguard, from the earthy and spicy section. So perfect for a rainy night. Spicy and deep dark fruit. Love this — 8 years ago

Renée

9.0

Found in Longo's wine section, this bottle is perfect for pizza & pasta dishes. Rob & I also enjoy a glass on a chillier night. Tastes good chilled 🍷 — 9 years ago

Claus Von Jaffa

9.1

So there is a reason this was the last bottle on the shelf in an other wise crowded section of Australian in my ole pal Gary V's shop. This was a real nice bottle. On the nose it's very vibrant fresh like an evening in spring with the elderly neighbor still burning wood. The fruits are dark and tight, a hint of eucalyptus and definite real licorice, not twizzlers, possibly Smith Brothers. I always know I enjoy a bottle immensely when I am alone and after a few sips, I point to the bottle and say, that's a good f ing bottle, then realize I am talking to myself. It's all good. 2010. I am Claus, in the house. — 9 years ago

Michaiah Alford

8.9

Enjoyed with good friends as we visited and celebrated our return from our Galapagos vacation. Found in the 90 under 20 section at Kroger for about $10.50. — 10 years ago

Mason Balistreri

Sommelier, International Wine Guild; Balistreri Vineyard; Sales, Joy Wine and Spirits

8.9

Wow, pretty cool wine. Dry and slightly savory with spring flowers and honeydew notes. Seemed pretty precise while still having character. I think it would be a good addition to the Alcasian section. (After Botani, I think it is our only other dry Muscat?) — 10 years ago

Chris A

9.3

A very nice and pleasant red - surprising find in the bargain section! Very smooth with a warm aroma and easy finish. — 11 years ago

Adam Hawkins

9.1

Nose: salty air, musky, dry dirt, perfume section of the department store,

Taste: plum, salty, floral, like eating petunias, leather, slight coffee taste. — 7 years ago

with April

Greg Light

8.9

Got this wine in the 50% off section for 5 bucks. Pretty good! — 8 years ago

Yolande Yolande

9.0

Excellent rich Shiraz. Fruity nose, soft tannins. — 8 years ago

Christanna Honer

9.4

So youthful, this should have mega longevity. Pretty high toned red fruit, potpourri, sweet tobacco, a slight mossy/mulchy/garden section of Home Depot undertone that is surprisingly seductive. — 8 years ago

Jennifer Bostic

9.2

Back in NYC. Picked this one up from the discount section. Surprisingly good! — 9 years ago

Megan Bauer

9.0

Very nice wine, especially considering Trentodoc isn't usually listed in the Italian sparkling wine section. I would love to find this again! — 9 years ago

Dominic Procopio

9.0

Accidental purchase from the white Burgundy section at Schneider's. Supple. Maple syrup nose, drinking older than 2012. Oak coming on strong on the palate. Warm fall spices. — 9 years ago

with Mike

William Bonard

9.5

Very nice, smooth Barolo. Can always rely on the fine wine section of Waitrose! — 9 years ago

Michaiah Alford

9.6

Enjoyed twice with friends in a short span; once when I made mushroom French bread pizza, and the other time when I fixed Asian chicken and vegetable soup. $9 at Kroger in the "90 under 20" section for 90+ point wines. — 10 years ago

Tom Wark

Blogger/Educator fermentationwineblog.com, Founder American Wine Consumers Coalition

9.6

Drunk with a 10-section cheese course. The cheese was lucky to be in its company — 11 years ago

Caitlin Michelle

9.6

Yummy yum yums!! Sparkling Marlborough! From vintages section and delish! — 11 years ago

Rahul Mital

8.9

13.99 BK in pinot noir section — 7 years ago

Francesco Fusina

9.3

Good chardonnay with great flavour and body — 8 years ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.6

Deep black core, ruby mid section, starting to show some autumnal browning in the edges.
First sniff is a little murky, soupy. But this blows away after aeration and then a very quiet, sophisticated, graceful bouquet is revealed, hinting at cigars, black olive, sundried tomato, spicebox, fatty Ibericoham, black cherries and plumpudding. Terrific concentration on the palate! Silky soft and smooooth, cinnamon, milk chocolate, leather, discrete notes of oak and garden herbs all coalesce into the very long, echoing finish. Did I already mention this has sheer perfect acidity? An androgynous wine, masculine and feminine at the same time. A home run in this so-so vintage. — 8 years ago

Troy Tregilles

9.2

Fresh, vibrant great juice #summerofriesling — 8 years ago

Anthony Lombardi

9.0

Not quite in a Jura AOC, but belongs in that section at the store. From a family who provides rootstock to famous producers (Isole e Olena, Rion). Serious full bodied Chard which could be BTG all over town. From Petit Monde who are importing some exciting wine. — 9 years ago

Michael

9.2

Work with my cousin in wine section at our family Grocery store. It's been sitting in our wine room for a while gave it to me to taste if it was turned. Got a beautiful 9 year old bottle that was perfect loved every drop!!! — 9 years ago

Nellie Ellary

9.3

Amazing wine. One of the 8 bottles we drank during the evening whilst celebrating saki's birthday. — 9 years ago

with Anitra, Saki and 1 other

Sue Mohle

9.6

Rich with cherry spice! I'm going to make a Washington wine section at kiawah spirits — 10 years ago

Chris A

9.1

Great Ries from the Luxembourg section of the Mosel - all the grapes on the hills alongside this magnificent river seem to just be awesome ! — 10 years ago

Krisstopher Nesbit

9.7

Small winery tucked in the north western section of Virginia in Bridgewater. Has an aviation tie to the small airport there. Great wine. It is a Meritage after all. — 11 years ago