Richard Schnitzlein

9.2

Very young and not integrated, with oak sticking out at odd angles. Fruit and concentration in great evidence. Vanilla, raspberry, and hints of humus. Gonna be a delicate charmer in its golden years. — 6 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

8.5

New grape variety for me, Centesimino. Simple and fruity, juicy. Quite hot, 14.5. Would be nice with some salty meats. — 8 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.5

Chardonnay and Savagnin, 50/50. Opened six days ago, it was a little tight but showing great potential in a compact state, an oxidative, lees infused elixir held together in a crystalline shell. Tonight it is much more expansive, lemon curd and hazelnuts, a fullness and complexity that seems to be unending. So happy for the experience. — 9 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.0

Ripe, but not overripe. Green bell pepper nuanced with Ted and black currant fruit. Fairly supple. — 7 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.2

I don't drink Zin often, but when I do... Super concentration of fruit, preserves. Pungently oaky with pumpkin bread spices. This has a finish that seems unending and life-staining. Delicious and joyful. — 8 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.3

Cellar orphan. Red licorice, motor oil, cherries, almonds, iron, and red meat. Delicate yet pronounced Tuscan blend of incomparable balance. Delicious, yet sad to see it go. — 9 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.2

Nose focused but subtle. Sour cherry, licorice, roses, and tar. Classic. Beautifully and gently textured with a persistent finish. Just lovely. — 9 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.4

Subtle nose at first, but don't let that stop you from diving straight into this pool of sweet fruit and energizing tartness that will awaken you palate's soul! All will be forgiven when you experience this wine. — 8 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

9.0

Raspberries and herbs. Anise and licorice subtext. 14% but held its liquor well. Sweet fruited and easy to like. — 9 years ago

Richard Schnitzlein

8.4

Baked cherries, almond paste, and candle wax. Very full bodied expression of Dolcetto and at 11 years from vintage showed very well despite the presence of tingly spritz. Would've rated a few points higher but I lost my oldest and favoritest corkscrew to the ornery and most evil cork that protected this wine through its life. — 9 years ago