Greg Ballington 
Unwritten Wines
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Deep ruby-purple in appearance. An alluring nose of ripe red cherry, crushed raspberry, and red currant, followed up by dark plum, sweet tobacco, espresso bean, and cedar pencil. The palate is full-bodied, lush, and mouth-filling, held together by supple, medium tannins (6/10) and bright, red-fruited acidity. Layers of cherry, red plum, dark chocolate, and subtle vanilla oak are woven together with graphite and loamy earth. The finish is long, smooth, and persistent, marked by a generous texture, lifted red fruit, and lingering spice. Drink till 2038. — 4 days ago
Bertani
Amarone della Valpolicella Corvina Blend 2009
Medium ruby red with garnet edges. Candied berries on the nose with rose petals and tar. Medium and sweet tannins (6/10) with a medium plus body. Lingers on the palate and caresses your mouth. Dark cherries, bitter chocolate and leather. Long finish. Drink till 2038. — 4 years ago
Andremily
California Grenache
Deep ruby red in appearance. A lifted nose of bright cherry, crushed raspberry, and sweet plum, followed up by dried herbs, white pepper, and a touch of pipe tobacco. The palate is full-bodied and rich yet fresh, held together by smooth tannins and lively acidity. Layers of ripe red berries, cocoa, and subtle savory notes are mixed with warm baking spices and earthy detail. The finish is long, smooth, and spicy, marked by a plush texture and lingering aromatics. Drink till 2036. — 4 days ago
Salko & Marjan Simcic
Opoka Merlot 2018
Something new and interesting to try. Would love to plan a visit. — 3 months ago
Neil Ellis
Whitehall Elgin Chardonnay 2022
Trying to finish some wines before we leave SA. Anyone want to come help? — 3 years ago
Tenuta di Biserno
Bibbona Red Blend 2018
Greg had this 4 years ago
Staglin Family Vineyard
Rutherford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Deep ruby-purple in appearance. A brooding nose of cassis, blackberry, and dark plums, followed up by crushed graphite, mint, cedar pencil, and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is full-bodied and statuesque yet supple, held together by firm, heavy tannins (7.5/10) and lively acidity. Layers of ripe black fruits, mocha, and sage are mixed with roasted earth and savory oak spice. The finish is long, plush, and persistent, marked by seamless texture, crushed stone minerality, and a lingering floral lift. Drink till 2050. — 4 days ago
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Chase Creek Estate Merlot 2006
Medium to deep ruby red with a slight garnet hue. Damp earthiness and even a bit of truffle on the nose as well as cherries. Medium tannins (5/10) with a medium body. Definitely showing its age and on the down slope for the wine. Similar notes on the palate with a bit stewed berries. Medium to medium plus finish. Drink now. — 6 months ago
Ixsir
El Ixsir Syrah Blend 2015
Greg had this 3 years ago
Greg Ballington
Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog
Deep garnet red with a brick rim. A mature nose of dried red cherries, forest floor, leather, and subtle baking spice. The palate is medium bodied and silky, balanced by soft, resolved tannins (5/10) and bright acidity. Layers of dried red fruit, earth, and a hint of truffle lead into a smooth, savory finish. Drink till 2028. — 4 days ago