Lily Baker

10

Irena brought to Santa Ynez — a month ago

Rolf Bigler

9.0

Preis: CHF 22.80
Gregor Kuonen, Caveau de Salquenen
Pinot Noir, Collection Artiste 2018
40 ans de plaisirs
13,7% — 4 years ago

Jason Keefer

8.9

Light oak, blackberry, earth, drinking well right now! — 5 years ago

with Natasha

Jason Keefer

8.9

Spicy, juicy, peppers, oak is well integrated. — 5 years ago

with Natasha

Aravind A

9.3

Like I've said before. This is lovely BdB from Trepail...definitely on par with L'eclapart Artiste or so... — 4 years ago

Jeff Orlowski

9.0

Pencil shavings on nose. Full body. Dry, peppery, dark red fruit, anise. — 5 years ago

with Michael and Joe

"Odedi"

9.0

Artiste Winery Countemplation Non Vintage, Santa Barbara County, California

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. A very pretty color.

Fruity nose with bing cherries, blueberries, plums, wood, vanilla, red candy, spices and black pepper.
Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, strawberries, currants, barnyard, light vegetables, oak, light vanilla, spices, dark chocolates and peppercorn.

Spicy finish with soft tannins and tangy citrus fruit.

This is a very interesting Pinot Noir blend from Santa Barbara County. A nice surprise, a Pinot Noir with a twist. Smells like a Pinot Noir from California, tastes like a fruity Pinot Noir with a touch of Syrah. Spicy, unique and interesting.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food. A good wine to sip on with friends and talk about.

Although very enjoyable now, it should get even better in 3 to 5 years. (This Non-Vintage was bottled in 2019).

Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Interesting and engaging.

I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses.

A blend of 70% Pinot Noir, 24% Syrah and 6% Chardonnay.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$38. — 5 years ago

Dana Wagner

9.3

Big, rich, deep wine. Not for the faint of heart. — 4 years ago

Jason Keefer

8.9

Syrah balanced out by Grenache blanc and viognier! Bright fruit, low tannins, easy drinking! Tastes like a ripe plum! — 5 years ago

with Natasha

Jeff Orlowski

8.9

Bold, dry, reasonably balanced. Plums and tobacco are prominent. — 5 years ago

with Michael and Joe