John W

9.4

Deep ruby coloration. Very full bodied and still tannic. Would’ve loved to decant for a few hours but where at a restaurant. Very powerful and enjoyable brunello. Cherry, vanilla and spice were dominant notes. Could not do a full tasting profile at table this time. — 18 days ago

John W

9.1

Maroon coloration. On the nose, cherry, florals, leather, minerals, and vanilla. On the palate, cherry, red berry, earth, minerals, stronger acidity and tannins present but not overpowering. A Barolo with more finesse than power. — 2 months ago

John W

9.8

Deep ruby coloration. On the nose, cherry pie, plum, vanilla, spice. On the palate, rich texture, Full body, ripe plum, black cherry, vanilla, jammy red fruit, minerals and spice. Long finish with medium tannins. — 2 months ago

John W

9.4

Deep ruby coloration. On the nose, dark cherry, forest floor, and vanilla. On the palate, cherry licorice, vanilla, and a long, long finish. Tannins still strong. Really nice Sangiovese. — 21 days ago

John W

9.2

Golden coloration. On the nose, white stone fruit, apple and minerals. On the palate, creamy/lush mouthfeel, white stone fruit, pear, minerals, and citrus. Long finish. Nice crisp acidity. — a month ago

John W

8.6

Cuve 1000. Pale straw coloration. On the nose, chalk, minerals, apricot, and citrus. On the palate, apricot, citrus, chalk, good acidity. A bit sweet for my taste. — 2 months ago

John W

9.2

Orin swift- Advice from John. Merlot. Deep ruby coloration On the nose, cherry, earth, vanilla, red fruits. On the palate, dark fruit, blackberry, chocolate, and a long finish. — 3 months ago

John W

9.0

Salmon coloration. On the nose, citrus and white stone fruit, predominantly peach, with florals. On the palate, white stone fruit, predominantly peach, minerals, and hints of a floral honey with a long finish. Smooth and fuller mouthfeel with nice acidity. — 25 days ago

John W

9.8

Aged in new French oak. Pure Syrah. Inky ruby coloration. On the nose, dark cherry, cassis, minerals, earth, leather, vanilla. On the palate, full bodied, rich mouthfeel, dark berry, cassis, spice and loads of chocolate. Long chocolaty finish. Tannins have mellowed significantly. $60 at total wine. — a month ago

John W

9.0

Jason by Pahlmeyer- the bench- Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep ruby coloration. On the nose, dark fruit, green pepper, oak and vanilla. On the palate, dark, cherry, dark fruit, chocolate and oak. Medium finish. — 3 months ago