Needed some time to open up, but was worth it. Silky smooth, lots of presence and subtle earth notes. Really long finish and super smooth once again — 2 months ago
Good smooth wine with a nice smell, lots of black fruit, earthy midtone and long aftertaste — 2 months ago
Amazing wine! Smooth jammy finish with just the right hint of bourbon. Definitely adding to my list of favs. — 2 months ago
Really smooth. A lot more dark plums, and softer tannins. Earthiness, small amount of spice and looong aftertaste — 2 months ago
Nice easy Chardonnay — 2 months ago
Bourbon barrel favorite — 8 years ago
Hopefully Delectable will allow me to write a complete note. Here we go ….
Dark Ruby with a crimson rim. Closed on the nose initially. Straight from the bottle - should have decanted it. Rich on the palate. Latent power with much to give. Dark cherry with dried herbs still to come with further cellaring. This is the first of 5 bottles. In the early days Block 3 was the undisputed best Pinot in NZ but now Block 5 is considered along with other contenders from around NZ. Have the next one in a year. Many good judges think this is the best ever Block 3 up to this point. — 2 months ago

Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon with bourbon notes enjoyed at The Veranda restaurant in old Ft. Myers, FL — 2 months ago
Steve Mitchell
Drink now or cellar. This is an elegant, velvety, Pinot that never disappoints. — a day ago