Val Serena

La Serena

Gemini Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese

2004. Very good, but not as great as I had hoped. Taste and structure felt much older than I was anticipating for a 2004. Seemed like it might have been a little premature, but bottle and cork all looked in perfect condition. In any case, cherry, black pepper, a hint of meats, and a little must. Started to get pleasant notes of sweet tobacco on the second day. Very smooth with little tannin remaining in this bottle. Nice long finish. — 10 years ago

Clos du Val Wine Co.

Carneros Chardonnay 2009

A California Chardonnay that actually knows when to stop with the oak. Very pleasant balance of fruit and acidity. — 12 years ago

Clos du Val Wine Co.

Carneros Pinot Noir 2009

A balanced Carneros Pinot Noir featuring aromas of cherry pie, strawberries, and baking spices. — 13 years ago

Bodegas La Val

Licia Rias Baixas Albariño 2013

Grapefruit forward wine. Great summer sipper — 11 years ago

La Serena

Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2003

Awesome!!! With homemade pasta. — 13 years ago

Patrick Piuze

Val de Mer Vaillons Chablis 1er Cru Chardonnay

Paired well with seared sea scallops. Round, crisp. — 11 years ago

Le Grand Ballon

Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc

Not the highest. Light, smooth, very little tropical (grapefruit). Summer sipper. Go with most anything. — 12 years ago

Clos du Val Wine Co.

Napa Valley Merlot 1997

2nd merlot of the night — 13 years ago