Sol Real

Viña Real (CVNE)

Plata Crianza Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2012

Dark berries and a hint of orange peel, with a little graphite and stone. Medium acidity and tannins. Very good value, which is typical of the wines I’ve had from this producer. — 8 years ago

Quinta da Lixa

Escudo Real Vinho Verde Arinto Blend 2016

Crisp, refreshing, bubbly. Loved it. Perfect for a summer evening. — 9 years ago

Corazon del Sol Winery

Mendoza Malbec 2013

Awesome! One of the smoothest wines I've ever had. — 9 years ago

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Bodegas Riojanas

Monte Real Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 1973

Paul Costigan
9.5

1973: Beautiful bottle. Wines like this make everyone stop and take notice. The color was clear and light. Arresting nose full of plums and roasted beets. The depth of flavor and long finish was in contrast with the appearance. Really a fine experience, only second to the few times I had the 1952 Mont Real. — 10 years ago

Barry Herbst
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Craggy Range

Le Sol Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2010

Fruit forward, dark cherry, dried herb. Fruit upfront, ripe cherry, texture tannin, dense flavors, structured with good body weight. — 10 years ago

Colores Del Sol

Reserva Mendoza Malbec 2011

Yummmm!! Brought to bday weekend by Chris & Jen. — 12 years ago

Santa Rita

Gran Reserva Medalla Real Maipo Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Big and brooding. Plum, currant, toasty oak, vanilla, and mocha notes. I have long been a big fan of the Medella Real Gran Reserva. Relatively easy to find. Great price. Always reliable. It’s one of those wines that will appeal to both the newly-initiated and experienced tasters. I also love that it’s so multifaceted. You can drink it alone or with a burger, and it has enough structure to pair with a steak. You won’t go wrong always having some of this on hand. — 8 years ago

Louis Roederer

Cristal Brut Champagne 2006

10 years old and aging well. Lots of citrus and classic yeast. A real treat. — 9 years ago

David liked this

Royal Oporto (Real Companhia Velha)

Late Bottle Vintage Port Blend 2010

Awesome after dinner with some Stilton, grapes, and crackers. — 10 years ago

François Villard

Poivre et Sol St. Joseph Syrah 2013

This was so so pretty. Velvet feel, floral aromatics. A fan. Seems in an ideal drinking place already. — 10 years ago

Jason and Sandy liked this

Viña Real (CVNE)

Rioja Tempranillo 1981

Completely wonderful. Top of its game, not going any longer. Wonderful sherry oxidative notes. Flora and light. — 10 years ago

Jason liked this

Domaine La Grange Tiphaine

Montlouis-sur-Loire Clef de Sol Chenin Blanc 2015

29 August 2017. Rouge Tomate, New York, NY. — 8 years ago

Taittinger

Comtes de Champagne Grand Crus Brut Blanc de Blancs 2004

Fresh, bright and vivid. A chalky, lime inflected front to the palate. Real vigor, salinity and drive. Excellent. Decades ahead — 8 years ago

Lloyd SunWalker StrangisTony Garcia
with Lloyd, Walker and 2 others
Tony, Bryan and 10 others liked this
Bryan Thomas

Bryan Thomas

Very linear and precise - one of the most consistent champagnes on market
9.4

Santa Rita

Gran Reserva Medalla Real Colchagua Valley Carmenere 2012

Lovely rich smokey and smooth. Majestic France — 10 years ago

Molino Real

Mountain Wine Málaga Moscatel 2010

Amazing, moscatel heaven — 10 years ago

Colores Del Sol

Mendoza Malbec 2013

Good enough for an evening with just me and a book. Not to overpowering. — 10 years ago

Santa Rita

Casa Real Reserva Especial Valle del Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

A great wine for a special day. The name Casa Real is to honor Don Vicente Garcia Huidobro, whose title was given by the King of Spain in the 18th century.
It is the best of the chilean terroir, coming from the heart of Vale del Maipo. Preserved in French oak, it's a must! After "breathing" it gets even better. Cheers!
— 11 years ago