Ron R

9.5

I beg to differ on my prior rating. With some airtime, this comes into its own. Places merlot on a different level. The cab franc gives this structure and presence. No rush to consume. Nice acidity and cherry compote on the mid palate. Finished luscious and moderately sweet. — 4 days ago

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Ron R

8.6

This is why I don’t drink this varietal. In my mind, it typically presents as hollow on the mid palate, no weight. Almost nondescript. Glug on a hot summer’s day perhaps. — 11 days ago

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Ron R

9.4

This is special. Bold, ripe and textured. Nose presents white fruits, green apples, nutmeg and a spring day. Dry-ish finish on the mid palate which is laser focused.
Avra, NYC. — 19 days ago

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Ron R

9.4

A more leaner rendition of this varietal, but in a good way. Nose displays clean cinnamon and toast. Palate is broad and expansive, yet light on its feet. A kiss of vanilla pod and black fruits conclude an excellent presentation. This is an intellectual wine.
Bivio, Montclair, NJ. — 4 days ago

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Ron R

9.2

Impressive for its focus and presentation. Green Apple and grapefruit on the nose and palate. Clean and laser-focused with lychee on the back end. Super summer’s day sipper. Tilting sweet. First time trying this producer. Was not aware that NY was producing wines of this quality. — 11 days ago

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Ron R

9.3

This is fully mature and needs to be consumed yesterday. However, still excellent. — 23 days ago

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Ron R

9.4

We love this wine, but it’s grossly overpriced. Green apples and lychee on the nose transitions to soft, supple notes of marzipan, along with a velvety texture. What we love about this wine is its ability to age. No worries holding onto this into the short to medium-term. But for the love of god, throw us a bone on pricing, please 🙏🏾 — 6 days ago

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Ron R

9.2

Enjoyable and linear, but nothing spectacular. — 10 days ago

Ron R

9.3

Characterized by salinity and bright citrus fruits on the nose. Mousse is compact. Bright acidity on the mid palate with notes of berries and moderate sweetness. Looks stunning in the glass. — 17 days ago

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Ron R

9.5

Outstanding presentation. Supple, muscular and weighty. See my prior notes. Need to locate more of this vintage. — a month ago

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