Matt Trader

9.1

I was immensely surprised when I had my first sip of this "Francophile's dream" of a Chardonnay. Gorgeous star bright golden color, and a pretty, soft nose - lilies, lemon zest, and honeysuckle. The pallet is fairly acidic, but balanced with candied lemon and pineapple fruits stealing the show, and light notes of marangue and a very crisp tart finish. I'd say that it had a very nice similarity to Mâcon-Village, with similar alcohol, and similar acid. It is by far one of the best values in the Chardonnay world, and atypical of Napa Valley in my opinion, which is refreshing. It'll need a couple more years before it's showing its true potential, but even in youth it is fantastic. Bravo, @Steve Matthiasson — 8 years ago

Rebecca Hopkins

PR Folio Fine Wine Partners

9.2

Wow. Needs a ton of decanting and then some. But when you finally get there intense black fruit, licorice, star anise bitter cocoa. Tannins are present but multilayered and complex. — 9 years ago

Pong Anderson

9.0

Rich, black plum, black cherry — 10 years ago

Christine Havens

9.0

It's easy to understand why Coquerel calls Sauvignon Blanc its flagship varietal—clearly the result of excellent fruit quality combined with the sheer talent of Bordeaux-born winemaker, Christine Barbe. The 2012 Le Petit Coquerel boasts a vibrant nose of gooseberries and lime zest, punctuated by spicy undertones reminiscent of juniper berries and white pepper. Lovely on the palate, and texturally quite round, with pithy layers of white grapefruit and star fruit. Herbaceous at the close with a long, lingering finish. — 10 years ago

Jennifer Armitage Berkman

9.0

A fantastic stateside taste of the Rhone. Berries and pepper. Light and perfect for summer. — 10 years ago

with MrBerkman

Tracey Edwards

9.7

Found this in the cellar, purchased from winemaker upon a visit to Cork's. Very pleasant, deep and rich after decanting. Went well with a variety of food. — 11 years ago

Greg Gregory

9.4

Bordeaux star of the night. Outclassed each of the First Growths. — 8 years ago

with Don

Isaac Pirolo

9.5

Leaps out of the glass with flowers, an almost kirsch-like red cherry, granite, a tinge of funk, and an intoxicating mix of herbs and spices. Like a field of wildflowers that's been dusted with cinnamon, star anise, and clove. Melds together over time into a sexy perfume that would be unmistakable if I came across it decades from now. Everything translates through to the palate in a juicy and lively celebration. Relative to Gamay, or Beaujolais in general, this has weight and length in spades. I wish I hadn't waited until this vintage to try this producer. If there's better Gamay I'm sure I won't find it because I'll be too busy drinking this. — 9 years ago

Christina Ahlheim

9.3

Got in Hermann. — 10 years ago

Willie Carter

9.3

Very much a New World Sangiovese, this bottle from Walla Walla Valley is still quite tasty. It has a big nose of cherries, smoke, and spice. Upon opening, the taste is very sharp but softens after decanting. The palate consists of oak and butterscotch, but the deep dark fruits steal the show. After the wine has had time to open up, the flavored of ripe cherries and leather display the best characteristics of the juice. The finish shows well integrated tannins and those typical Tuscan spicy notes. — 10 years ago

JP Pierce

9.2

Really amazing zing from acid only to be counter balanced with just the right amount of RS. Honeycomb, Meyer lemon zest, Thai basil, and kafir and apricot stone fruit with a touch of petrol. Focused palette with full mouthfeel weight and length. — 10 years ago

Jacob Greene

9.6

Magnum of the 2005 opening up nicely!!! — 11 years ago

Levi London

9.5

Beautiful golden color. Subtle nose of crushed rock, green pear and petrol. Peach pit and vanilla with a lot of minerality on the palette. Long floral finish with hints of star fruit. Very good aged white wine. — 12 years ago

Neal Schaffer

9.0

Right on the money with this Riesling! Straw in color and star bright. Nose was filled with lemon-lime, honeydew, Granny Smith apples, wild honey, citrus blossom, ginger, and new plastic pool toy aromas. The palate was extremely well balanced and the acidity was high and puckering. The tart lemon and lime flavors held through the finish. The finish was surprisingly long, and it was a nice medium-minus body. This Riesling provides a solid compliment to spicy sushi and spicy foods. It holds up strong and has a lot of backbone. All in all, this is your Riesling if you are looking for a refreshing, acidic, dry breath of fresh air. Instant favorite of mine! Washington dry Rieslings are spectacular. Cheers! — 9 years ago

with Dana

Rebecca Fletcher

9.7

Pears, apples, minerality. Not very citrusy. Nicely integrated m/l. M+ acid and m body. Yellow Apple, great minerality and a hint of tart lemon peel. Vibrant and lean. Fantastic Napa Chardonnay. — 9 years ago

Leslie Bedolla

9.6

Rediculously delicious bottle of pinot. And yes if Gary's name is on it, I buy it. Family owned Star market in Salinas has the best selection of local wine. Shared it with my girl Patrice and the waiter at our local in Malibu — 9 years ago

Kati babinec

9.3

Silly smooth and a bit smokey - nice deep fruit! — 10 years ago

Roel van der Burg

Sommelier at Restaurant Entrepot

9.6

From an A+ vineyard, on the St. Aubin side of the Montrachet hill. Next to the Chevalier Montrachet parcel, but with a different exposure (south-west instead of south-east). Energetic Burgundy from a rising star domaine (especially since son Olivier took over in 1995). — 10 years ago

with Kostas, Jos and 2 others

Mo

9.9

Great wine had at home with dinner. One of matts — 10 years ago

Nic Z

9.8

Star of the night — 12 years ago