The Butchers Friend

Hundred Acre Vineyard

Kayli Morgan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

A nice treat to try 2017 from my HA friend, not yet released in the states. (Double decanted and served after 8 hours). Hundred Acre still has more professional 100pt ratings than Bond and Harlan combined. — 5 years ago

Shay, Iwan and 16 others liked this

Silver Oak

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Hello old friend. It’s been a while. Delicious as always. — 6 years ago

Matt liked this

Turkey Flat

Butchers Block Barossa Valley Shiraz Blend 2014

Mary H
8.9

It’s no CdP but a respectable #GSM blend, a little more assertive on spice than smooth fruit. — 7 years ago

Château Margaux

Premier Grand Cru Classé Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 1966

Still hanging in there! Such a treat! Thank you to my generous friend John Slattery.! Roasted peanuts, dark soft plummy fruit. Nice acidity. Tannin totally resolved. A little minerally on the lively finish. — 8 years ago

Severn, Matt and 14 others liked this

Brooklyn Oenology

Friend Riesling

Delicious, very drinkable off-dry reisling. Paired with a summer salad. — 8 years ago

Michael Anderson
with Michael

Château Lynch-Bages

Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1970

This was a gift from a friend. It was laying in a closet at ambient room temp for 30-odd years, so I was nervous to open it, but it was perfect. So complex and fragrant. Acid and tannin still seemingly youthful. Wow! — 8 years ago

Keith, Byron and 25 others liked this

Belle Glos

Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014

Deep fruit flavored. My friend who is not a Pinot Lover tried this wine and thought it was amazing! Said it did not taste like a Pinot. — 8 years ago

Craig Larson
with Craig
P liked this

Dom Pérignon

Brut Champagne Blend 2008

Great producer and a great vintage. Why are you looking here for notes? Yes it is spectacular. What more is there to say? What a wonderful treat and gift from our friend Rick. An absolute surprise waiting for our arrival. The perfect beginning to a romantic birthday celebration for Elizabeth!! 🥂🎉🎂 — 5 years ago

David and Peter liked this
Elizabeth Olson

Elizabeth Olson

Thank you Rick!!😊🥂

Friend & Farmer

Tempranillo

Digging this organic Tempranillo — 6 years ago

Beringer Vineyards

Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

My friend Tom Brady Loves this. I agree. — 7 years ago

Shawn, P and 13 others liked this
P A

P A

@Stuart Scheff Stuart who are you pulling for in the Super Bowl? Cheers 🏈
Stuart Scheff

Stuart Scheff

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Turley

Old Vines California Zinfandel 2012

When a friend hosts a pig roast that turns into a Turley tasting... — 8 years ago

Mike, Stef and 17 others liked this

Château Cos d'Estournel

Saint-Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend 1978

Ross Cobb
9.9

Also opened by a friend for the group — 8 years ago

Andrew, P and 22 others liked this

Turkey Flat

Butchers Block Barossa Valley Marsanne Viognier Roussanne 2014

2 years on and this lovely blend has melted into a seamless, thoroughly enjoyable delight.
Perfect match with Chinese food at the local all you can eat restaurant.
— 8 years ago

Beaulieu Vineyard

Private Reserve Georges de Latour Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1982

George Latour, born in 1982. Sounds like a school friend. This one has volatile alcohol on the nose. Again, just like some school friends. This bottle might not be perfect. — 8 years ago

Cara ZimmermanDaniel Moritz
with Cara and Daniel
Eric, Anthony and 3 others liked this

Bodegas y Viñedos Vega Sicilia

Unico Ribera del Duero Tempranillo Blend 1981

jesus g
10

In honor of our dear friend Charles, greatest Chefs I’ve had the pleasure of sitting with over a cigarette and a couple good meals to discuss preparation and cooking fish at a high level — 6 years ago

Freek, Jonathan and 21 others liked this

Tenuta San Guido

Bolgheri Sassicaia Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 1999

‘96 and ‘99 side by side. A real treat from a good friend. Similar fruit and flavor profile though the ‘99 had a bit more weight and structure. Both were a pleasure with dinner. — 6 years ago

Ron, Ira and 8 others liked this

Apothic

Winemaker's Blend California Zinfandel Blend 2016

I enjoy this red blend more than most and will continue to have a bottle on hand as it makes me happy. Not good enough? See other, longer, reviews if you want adjectives. Alternatively, buy a bottle and try it for yourself and share with a friend at a party. It’s a fan favorite for-a-reason. And that reason doesn’t have the word “berry” or “legs” or “mocha” — 7 years ago

Alex and Julianne liked this

Château Gruaud Larose

Saint-Julien Red Bordeaux Blend 2008

Nothing like a good bottle of claret after a long hike w/friend. Dont seem to think was a good vintage but w/a good maker—-drinking nicely now. Black currants, cassis, gritty tannins, acidic lift but all integrated. Decant/ pour carefully — 8 years ago

Owen Mazon
with Owen

Caymus Vineyards

Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Hello old friend!! Still in the 5 favs for me from Cali cabs. Plums, chocolate, moderate oak, long long finish with leafy tunes. Well done Caymus! — 8 years ago

Daniel, George and 1 other liked this
George Yasutake

George Yasutake

Have yet to meet a Caymus SS I didn't like👍

Château Clerc Milon

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 2013

As my good friend Ron would say "if you're into baby snatching" go for it. Cheers! — 8 years ago

Ron, Eric and 13 others liked this
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Cannot help baby snatching sometimes 😆