Adam Reinhard

8.9

Very tropical and some unexpected RS — 7 years ago

Mario Goulart

9.0

Great even being 10ys old!
Unexpected endurance — 7 years ago

Scott Barber

Wine Educator Meadowood Napa Valley

9.2

Outstanding cool climate Pinot from an unexpected place. Haven't had a Redwood Valley one before. — 8 years ago

Chuck Walker

8.9

This is a very nicely balance rye. Nose is toasted cinnamon and clove. Palate is sweet brown sugar on the entry followed by distinctive rye spices. Finish could be a bit longer but has a nice unexpected barley note. This is a full bodied assertive, yet gentle, whiskey for those afraid of ryes (like I once was...). — 9 years ago

Colin Rudy

9.4

Unexpected...this wine was gorgeous from start to finish and likely has another 5 years ahead of it before it starts heading downhill. — 9 years ago

Eric Hwang

9.5

The best wine of the afternoon made even better tasting with the winemaker, Dan, on a glorious day in Barossa. 2% Viognier co-fermented softens the tannins without adding too much unexpected floral nose. Opens up after several minutes in the glass to vibrant black fruits and umami shoyu. Deep dark and extracted with a rich velvety mouthfeel and smooth finish. Couldn't leave without buying a bottle. — 9 years ago

Todd Gable

9.2

This was a totally unexpected surprise. A gift from family. Totally delicious. I am continually amazed at Zin grapes from high end regions. Note... These winemakers believe in their Zins! — 9 years ago

with Stephen and Erika

Scott Newman

9.3

Unexpected gem. Earthy, good mouth feel. Really enjoyed. Let breathe for two hours — 7 years ago

Marc vanholst

9.7

Very rich Vosne Romanee from Rouget. Lots of power which is a bit unexpected. Great now but could age well. — 8 years ago

Tom Kobylarz

9.3

Giving absolute credence to the reputation that the wines from the Margaux commune show, both displayed an elegance allied with a subtle power and perfect balance, especially 2005.

2000 had a trace pyrazine note that I found unexpected, and quite frankly not that enjoyable. Outside of that the wine was perfect. The second bottle did not throw it as strong, so not exactly in the clear on this night.

The 2005 was in perfect shape, drink now or age it another 20 years easy, this was so enjoyable and balanced with perfect tannin integration and a seamless, dense and pure finish that sailed on forever.

#margaux #bordeaux #wine — 9 years ago

with Eric

Cameron Etezadi

9.0

Lovely strawberry and apricot notes. Great cheap bottle from an unexpected vinicultural region! — 9 years ago

with Jenn

Alec Lytle

9.4

So deep and rich. Love this Pinot. Not too sweet, and some great earthiness that was unexpected but awesome on the first taste. Nice work Tom! — 9 years ago

Simon Weston

9.1

Unexpected gift from a friend coming back from Haiti. Beautiful smooth rum. Doesn't have the heat of the 4 year oak aged. This is more refined. I like both. — 9 years ago

Derrick Kelley

8.9

Really robust Nero d'avola. Not as light and juicy as expected. Big dark fruit. Medium tannins. Very unexpected. — 7 years ago

Heather Miles

9.2

An unexpected, fabulous Pinot Noir! Superb!!! — 8 years ago

Ken Griffith

9.5

Very nice red. Wifey consumed & approved! An unexpected, but highly appreciated Xmas gift from my good friend. — 8 years ago

Emily & Alessio Valle

9.2

Complex, flowery notes. A lot of unexpected. — 9 years ago

David Allen

9.3

Very happy with this bottle. Unexpected fizz. Excellent flavors. — 9 years ago

Greg Rubin

9.1

Very nicely structured. A little more oak treatment than I expected, a nice but unexpected mushroom thing going on. — 9 years ago

with Jenny

Brian Wang

9.3

An unexpected delight. Fabulous. Must taste older vintages and other crus. + — 9 years ago