Sipping Fine Wine

9.4

Antinori family of Florence, one of the world's oldest & most distinguished wine producers, lived in Tuscany since the 14th century. One of the first "Super Tuscans," blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cab Sauv & 5% Cab Franc. Deep Ruby with aromas of black berry fruit aromas with dried herbs and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and cherry with cacao, tar, mushroom, vanilla and spice. Fine graceful tannins, long finish, well balanced, savory ending with oaky and earthy mineral tones. Very Nice! — 4 years ago

Celia Fitch

9.5

A light and pleasant for cab drinkers — 7 years ago

Phil Vachon

9.7

Love it! Needs hours to open up, but the complexity it develops is in line with even the finest Châteauneuf-du-Pape red. — 8 years ago

with MV

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

The estate dates back to the Crusades, and Scottish navigator, George Smith, the owner in the 18th century. He was followed by M. Duffour-Dubergier, Mayor of Bordeaux, and then Louis Eschenauer, a famous wine shipper. In 1990, Daniel and Florence Cathiard now own the estate. Dark plum red with dark berry fruit aromas, herb and spice from young Cab vines. On the palate complex sweet black fruit flavors and cacao notes. Firm tannins, rich and full, lingering, mineral ending, unlike the ‘10 wait a few years. — 8 years ago

Dave Schneider

9.3

Love pinots from Santa Barbara. This one is light on its feet with great length and balance. — 9 years ago

Devan Wells

9.5

Fantastic once opened! Standout mid-range Californian Pinot Noir, with pleasant berry, oak, and vanilla notes. Clear and transparent, medium body means it is good with or without food. Makes me miss home! — 9 years ago

Kamall

9.2

Deep, dark and lovely texture. — 5 years ago

William Paley

9.5

yesss.....decant for a few hours for max pleasure......squeezed between great bottles it was good but a little lost....however morning after: Heavenly. Parking spot in the back of the fridge recommended. — 6 years ago

with Ron, Marisa and 1 other

Gabriel Doliner

9.2

Black cherries, raspberries, Earth and spice. Great acidity and balance, good to the last drop. — 7 years ago

Ned Gray Creed

9.4

So glad I tucked this one away. It’s a treat. Savory, light on the tongue. — 8 years ago

Matt Waring

9.1

Marvelous floral nose, very well balanced. Top notch Pinot — 9 years ago

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

8.9

Apples. Green vegetables. Soft. Dry. Unique. Texas!!! — 9 years ago

Martin Redmond

9.0

This one aging gracefully. Primary fruity and floral aromatics have evolved into loamy dark fruits. On the palate it maintains its elegance and freshness and shows black cherry, black raspberry and subtler spice notes with a very satisfying finish! 2011 Vintage — 10 years ago

Jeremy.Buss

9.2

So long since I’ve had a Rockpile wine and loved this!! Black and green pepper along with dark berries (raspberry and blackberry). An excellent jam flavor that just fits so well with bbq ribs. — 5 years ago

Sally Neal

9.2

Enjoyable on thanksgiving g with turkey or as a sipping wine Light enough to pair with a variety of foods. A winner — 6 years ago

JFS

9.1

@ Florence, Italy — 7 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.1

Sette Ponti or "seven bridges," refers to the 7 bridges crossing the Arno River on the road from Arezzo to Florence. Blend of 50% Merlot, 40% Cab Sauv & 10% Petit Verdot, aged 18 months in new French oak. Went to a tasting, had ‘14 & ‘15 side by side. Very dark enticing red with concentrated aromas of dark fruits & earthy notes. Flavors of cherry & plum with tobacco and spice. Firm but approachable tannins, medium length ending with a bit of spice as the finish builds. Best to drink ‘14 now. Tasting Sample. — 8 years ago

Bart Bartlett

9.1

Sweet plum start, a spicy climax, and an earthy finish. Very complex set of flavors. Dare I say it could open up even more to allow each phase to last a tad longer. But overall, excellent wine! — 9 years ago

with Jennifer

Stephen Redenbaugh

9.2

Beautiful bright nose of dust, dry cherry, and leather. The wine showed its age with light browning on the edge but at first taste tannins, dry fruit, and bright sour cherry notes competed. After a few minutes, waves of sweet cherry fruit soared and the tannins dropped off. Brilliant match to Tuscan T-bone and oso bucco on a warm night in Florence, Italy. — 9 years ago

Urs Cete

9.3

Board dinner stuff ... yummy — 10 years ago