Pop smoke. Decanted for an hour. Beautiful place. Great bottle. — 5 years ago
Blackberry, black cherry, black licorice, seem to be the fruit notes here in order from greatest to least. But, I'd never guess that this one was 8 years post-vintage as it really had a nice sweet toasted oak and vanilla character on the nose, entry, and finish. I was drinking this with some pepper jack cheese and it's amazing how much pepper and spice seemed to come out of this wine. After eating some brie, it was much more subdued. A very rounded, full bodied wine and didn't even take a lot of coaxing to get it going so I think these are probably close to being right in the wheelhouse for a pop and pour. With proper cellaring, this one still has 10 years or so left in it. Enjoyed on our last night at the beach. — 6 years ago

It's perfect Sauvignon Blanc from NZ. — 9 years ago
This wine is still giving everything wonderful. No sign of any age. Full body. Complex. Lingering finish. I just love that it’s a $30something bottle that can stand next to much more expensive bottles. — 4 years ago
strawberry ice cream — 5 years ago
Lively with effervescence. Give it a slight chill. Notes of nectarine and yeast — 6 years ago
savory mineral sour nose fizzy rose — 7 years ago
初日から美味しい
6.27.2018 Kazu — 8 years ago
Fantastic! Intense, smoky, earthy, and sexy. Spices and cherries to boot. Pop and pour. Paired beautifully with venison. Juicy, creamy, and sweet finish. At its peak! — 9 years ago
Loved this and 100% will repurchase. Pleasantly sour and just a little bit peppery. Beautiful copper color — 5 years ago
Remy crucero disney 12/16 — 6 years ago
Wow - that was fun / pop and pour a 2001 Syrah and had some funk but quickly it opened to display why Alban makes such wonderful wines
Spicy and meaty with full bodied and complex structure - aroma of jammy fruits but no heat no burn and no funk / it can sing
Smile and world will smile with you and this baby sure helps me smile - drink if you have - it is on the downslope of age — 8 years ago

Very refreshing! Great acidity, light tannins, citrus / apple flavor — 9 years ago
James Mosman
Liked it. Definitely worth another bottle. — 4 years ago