Solomon Hills

Sea Smoke

Ten Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir 2011

The anticipation and patience displayed holding this for 10 years was amply rewarded. Clear, brick-ish color, tight nose that eventually opened to loads of red fruit, Burgundy like in its combination of lushness and reserve. Subtle and layered even after all these years. — 2 months ago

Grgich Hills Estate

Estate Grown Napa Valley Zinfandel 2019

Dark Ruby with aromas of berry fruits and tangy herb spices, has a splash of Petite Sirah. On the palate flavors of blackberry and ripe cherry with black pepper spice, vanilla and earthy sweet herbs. Soft chewy tannins, medium+ finish ending with fruit, spice and earthy oak. Nice! — 3 months ago

Tom, Juan and 1 other liked this

Lillian Winery

California Dundee Syrah 2006

Excellent!!! Still on the young side — 4 months ago

Ted, Shay and 3 others liked this

Clarendon Hills

Astralis Syrah 2007

This was a big boy. Sweat nose and full body, yet elegant. Tannin structure still there and pleasant on the palate. Black fruits with a pepper kick. Lingering finish makes you want more. — 4 months ago

Tom, Shay and 6 others liked this

Sea Smoke

Sea Spray Blanc de Noirs Sta. Rita Hills Sparkling Pinot Noir 2014

Really wish I had another one!! Toasted almond and brioche aromas with citrus and cherry. I think it’s my favorite Sea Spray vintage yet! — 5 months ago

Shay liked this

Sea Smoke

Ten Estate Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

A lovely wine. Raspberries, black cherries, and plums. I slightly prefer the 2016, but this is still an excellent wine. — 2 months ago

Shaw and Smith

M3 Vineyard Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2021

Light body. Tropical fruit — 2 months ago

Domaine Drouhin

Laurène Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2021

Cherry & raspberry compote, licorice, sweet tannins. — 3 months ago

Tom, Peter and 5 others liked this

Thomas

Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2013

in line with the other reviews. An exceptional wine maker, doing everything from planting to pruning to winemaking. Very small production. Opened the bottle about an hour before consuming every last drop. Quite delicious. An exceptional example of Oregon Pinot Noir.  — 4 months ago

Cristom

Jessie Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2007

2007 was drinking great. Mature but still fresh and lively. Secondary flavors emerging but don’t overshadow the core fruit profile. Light tart cranberry/raspberry — 4 months ago

Blankiet Estate

Paradise Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Still tight after 5 hours of air. — 5 months ago

Joe, David and 13 others liked this

Cristom

Eileen Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2021

Over NyE dinner. Excellent wine - smooth and tart delicious — 2 months ago

Brewer-Clifton

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2021

In line with the relic. Slightly purple tongue. Fruity, but not overpowering. — 2 months ago

Columbia Crest

H3 Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

I had bought this wine for my wife who likes robust wines  - what a pleasant surprise in addition to its body. It had complex bursting flavors. Consistently flavourful from the first taste on my lips to the Gargle and aftertaste. I matched it with sirloin steak from an elk and some mushrooms with garlic, and the universe was as it should be.  — 4 months ago

Grgich Hills Estate

Napa Valley Chardonnay

At Cuistot’s in Palm Desert — 4 months ago

Sea Smoke

Ten California Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2012

I’d say these wines are overrated. Second of the 2012’s I picked up. Dark fruit, supple but not that interesting. — 5 months ago

Tom liked this

Bergström Wines

Bergström Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012

Just YES. Beautiful expression of Oregon Pinot. Spice, earth, fresh red fruits, balanced acidity and integrated alcohol. Singing. Gave it the happy dance. — 5 months ago