R Bowers

9.2

Celebrating 20 of marriage, and 10 years of this vintage. This cab is neither big nor bold - it is subtle and sophisticated. Smooth tannins, tantalize the tongue, a moment of mouth watering berries, gives way to a mellow burnt caramel that lingers on the palate. Resist the temptation to drink too quickly. It’s gets better sip by sip. — 7 years ago

Rick Z

9.0

A little Monday night wine getting ready for Penguin hockey! TIght, and earthy with loads of tannins at the open. Could fill out further.given some time in the glass. I should be holdng this vintage, but have 6 of them, so temptation got me ☺ ... happy with my dirt as it is! — 8 years ago

with Mike, Kirk and 2 others

Spinning_spins

9.6

Yep, this little beauty is a sleeper. Such extraction while simultaneously giving finesse and verve. This drinks like a Cabernet, due to the forward tannins and spicy cigar box and mint notes, but the fruit is all boysenberry, with pepper, dusty rocks and cardamom. I could stick an IV of this into my face and that would just be ok. Lay this one down for a few years if you can resist the temptation to pop the cork now. — 8 years ago

Jim Levantino

9.2

This Pinot Noir (the t in Pinot is silent) is delectable. A true shining star. The aromatic treat starts with strong notes of red, and screams 'drink the entire bottle buddy'. Succumbing to the temptation you will discover a blissful elegance as this masterpiece flows through your body. Invigorating your inner youth, enchanting your inner sommelier, and appeasing your inner drunkard with the 16.0% alcohol by volume. This reasonably priced bottle of happiness would truly be a delight on any occasion. Additionally the surgeon general declares consumption of such a magnificent beverage could be detrimental to the growth of a child, pregnant women be warned. — 9 years ago

with Vin

Jeannette Montgomery

9.2

Bright and fresh with miles to go. Classic beauty. If you have this in your cellar, resist temptation a few more years. — 10 years ago

Zhiran Wang

9.4

2010..I know i am drinking it too early, but can't resist the temptation. More floral than usual manzinilla, burst of bruised yellow fruits at front palate with nuttiness taking over in the back palate. Long finish. M+ acid. — 10 years ago

Spinning_spins

9.2

Juicy deliciousness. Loads of complex, mineral notes, it seems different every time I breathe in the aromas. Sandalwood, cherries, and flint. Cassis, rhubarb and wet granite on the palate, long finish, great now but will age if one can resist temptation. Vive la France! — 11 years ago

Tom Swennes

9.0

Big and beautifully crafted. Just need to resist the temptation to open up anymore of these for awhile. — 11 years ago

Dade Thieriot

10

If you can resist the temptation to drink this amazing wine too early you won't regret it--years of life ahead! #Riesling #GG #EmrichSchönleber — 11 years ago

with Jasmine, Max and 5 others

Michael Malpiedi

9.4

Wonderful hometown digestivo. Strong and sweet. — 8 years ago

Antonio Galloni

Founder, Vinous

9.5

Temptation got the better of me. Opened too young. A wine of exceptional finesse, nuance and breeding. Can't wait to taste it in another 10 years. — 8 years ago

Felix Wood

9.5

Funky little wine.. super interesting on the nose.. pressed with the stems so really earthy in the palate. Great value at $60 — 8 years ago

Ryan Mayes

9.1

'Temptation' got the better of me last night — 8 years ago

Jay Kline

9.4

Popped and poured. Immediately, this bottle was open for business. Powerful aromas of tobacco, thyme and dark fruits with just a touch of green bell pepper and leather. The bouquet is so intoxicating that you're compelled to bury your nose in the glass but I stopped short of being satisfied with that as the temptation to take a sip was, of course, overwhelming...and I was not disappointed. Ample notes of currants, tobacco and some cedar and earth, wrapped in a beautiful body. Tannin and acid are in good balance. This is a great wine for a hearty meal yet it can be enjoyed perfectly well on its own. Considering the structure and my history drinking these wines, I suspect these will drink very well over the decade as it begins to take on more secondary characteristics. Drink now or Hold. — 8 years ago

Nina Tao

9.7

The temptation with these rare, special bottles is to keep waiting for the "right occasion" to open them, which of course means they never get opened. And then sometimes the mood takes you and you just go with it. And you get rewarded by something extraordinary. — 10 years ago

Justin Chearno

9.7

Batch #4. Sweet good god. — 10 years ago

Sean Lynch

8.9

See you in hell 😄 — 10 years ago

with Ben

John O'Hara

10

Mmm... this place is just great. — 11 years ago

Michelle Matthews

10

Extraordinary beer or so I'm told. — 11 years ago

Arianne Schnalzer

9.4

Leather oak black cherry soft tannins juicy — 13 years ago

Christian Ramirez Romanini

9.2

One first noticed it’s luminous and trasparent ruby-red...

...the sweetness and generosity of wild fruits and currants merges with aromas of incense and beeswax and a light almost salty touch invites one to return to one’s glass, creating an almost provoking temptation to taste...

...once in mouth, the 100% Nerello Mascalese from lava sands presents its tasting strength and extraordinary aromas of incense and herbs, hibiscus, and wild fennel.

It’s a luminous and lyrical wine which recounts without obstacles the character and refinement of great red mountain wines but at latitudes not far from Africa....

The elegant tannins of compact texture are presented with extraordinary refinement. — 8 years ago

Alex Kitayama

9.2

In the middle of dog days of summer, when the late afternoon sun is blazing and the breeze is heavy with humidity, opening a chilled bottle of crisp, fruity and zesty Sauvignon Blanc is too great a temptation to resist.

I have to admit, though, I'm a newbie to this grape variety. As a regular reds drinker and a big fan of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc never ranked high on my list. Things changed last late summer, when I encountered the beautiful bottle of Cloudy Bay from Marlborough on the South Island of New Zealand. It opened my eyes, not to mention my palate.

Since then, I usually choose NZ Sauvignon Blanc over those from Pouilly-Fume and Sancerre in the Loire Valley, France, especially in the summer months.

The classic French examples tend to be more elegant and creamy thanks to oak barrel fermentation and aging. Its flinty aroma, a gift of the terroir, is world-renown. On the other hand, the NZ Sauvignon Blanc is more expressive, showing off its lively aromas loaded with fresh fruit flavors, successfully retained by fermentation in stainless steel or concrete vat. This style of Sauvignon Blanc has set itself apart from its French cousins and put New Zealand on the map.

I've opened four different NZ Sauvignon Blanc, all from Marlborough, around the C$19 range over the last few weeks, including Villa Maria Cellar Selection 2016, Momo 2015, Kim Crawford 2016 and Astrolabe Province 2016. Among them, I like Villa Maria the most.

The pungent aroma with white peach, nectarine, passion fruit, gooseberry, lime and grape fruit is just intoxicating.

The first sip is almost like biting into a juicy, underripe white peach and Granny Smith apple, followed by zesty grapefruit and gooseberry, and then a slice of passion fruit kicks in. The hint of grass and crushed rock definitely adds another layer of complexity. Then the vibrant flavor lingers with a subtle green pepper note.

I paired with a wide range of dishes. The wine's refreshing sweetness and zest beautifully enhanced the spicy kick of Thai green curry and the cheesiness of margarita pizza. It nicely complemented grilled salmon and a big bowl of salad thanks to its crispness and subtle herbal note and minerality.

Still, this is a perfect summer wine to drink solo. As the glaring sun slowly goes down, a glass of Sauvignon Blanc guarantees to quench the thirst on a warm midsummer's evening. Cheers! — 8 years ago

Cem Orkut

9.8

Simply amazing, a little young to drink but couldnt resist the temptation. — 9 years ago

with Levon

Doug House

10

Wow. Just about as sexy as young Nebbiolo gets. Loaded with red fruit and spice and masses of sweet, ripe, tannin. This will be very special indeed with time. If you can resist temptation now! — 9 years ago

Edmond Bordelon

9.6

Amazing wine right out of the gate! For being a young wine and winery, the expertise and experience of the winemaker shines through. Beautiful property and brilliant wine. While I couch not pass temptation, and drank this now, I am saving several bottles for a few years from now. — 10 years ago

Klaus Stross

8.9

Pure temptation ! A wonderful, clear, elegant, stylish shiny red with a delicately perfumed, fresh, fruity nose. A sniffer wine. Light, super fresh taste of forest strawberries and rose petals, enticing sweetness, smooth, aromatic, a very special festive wine. Lingering, warm, makes you want more. Not a dinner wine but excellent on its own. — 10 years ago

Jeffery Foster

9.3

Jeffery had this 11 years ago

R. Addison Wehrfritz

9.5

Showing well at the moment but would benefit from a little rest in the cellar...if you can resist the temptation to open! — 11 years ago

David Abarca

9.4

Deliciously made by Trappist Monks! — 11 years ago