Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2009 vintage. Golden color. Heavy body (still!!). Unctuous with a corresponding amount of acidity to keep the proceedings in check for the next decade. This ain’t going nowhere. About as far from my “jam” as is possible but still other-worldly. 5.1.24. — 7 months ago

Daniel P. Drake

9.1

This is the 2016 Pepper Bridge Trine Walla Walla Valley Estate Vineyard Bordeaux Blend from Walla Walla, Washington. This is a blend of 35% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec.

On the nose there is black cherry, seeet strawberry, blackberry, black plum, bkack currant, graphite, violet, green bell pepper, vanilla and earth.

On the palate there is cherry, strawberry, black cherry, green bell papper, black pepper, licorice, spice, cedar and earth.

This wine is medium to full bodied with a smooth savory mouthfeel medium + acidity and medium + smooth mouth filling tannins that brings a long blue and black fruit graphite finish. A very nice wine from Washington and winemaker Jean-Francois Pellet. Let's all have a great weekend. Please stay safe and healthy. Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷🍷 — 2 years ago

Lee Pitofsky

9.6

An absolute monster of a wine. 4 hours in the decanter served perfectly to allow this 2001, perhaps one of the best Hommage vintages ever, to flaunt its incredibly complex aromatic array of black fruits, roasted Provençal herbs, licorice, campfire smoke and Christmas spices.

It’s still youthful with ripe tannins and a ton of muscle. Nowhere near its peak. But it’s entering its drinking window seamlessly, being incredibly giving and expressive with sufficient air. Similar to how VV Gonon differs from the regular bottling, Hommage just cranks everything up to 10 and it’s concentrated flavors come at you in waves. But it never gets heavy as there is just enough lift and precision to keep everything harmonious. A very special bottle from a very special vintage indeed. — 3 years ago

Shay A

9.3

Had this a few times, but I was finally able to sit down and analyze it over an evening. Their only cuvée produced in 2014.

Upfront, rollercoaster aromatics initially…rich, then mellowed out with an hour of air. After a few hours of air, a much more ripe CdP profile came out. Great bridge wine from Cali GSMs to bigger CdPs. Deep red in the glass with aromatics of fig, brambly red and black fruits. On the palate, big but not unbalanced. No trace of brett. Soft fig, muddled underripe black cherry, garrigue (smoked herbs); lengthy finish. Kiss of black pepper. Big Grenache vibe here. Lovely with air. Probably best in the near term based on the fruit forward structure. — a year ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

2019 vintage. Surprisingly, hooky lead vocals drinkability with decent backing fruit and a helluva solo electric guitar spice bridge. Ripe and ready to rock. California-styled French effort. — 2 years ago

John Bratincevic

8.9

Smells creamy and fresh. A little honeyed. Really inviting. Very smooth and deep. Almost a little oaky? Tastes like a mild Chardonnay. Has nowhere near the lemony taste I am used to with most Sauvignon Blanc I’ve tried - markedly different. Gentle flowers? A little melon? It’s good. Not worth the price to me ($25?) but good. — 3 years ago

Chris Thompson

9.0

This is a nice “easy-to-drink” wine! Soft enough for almost any pallet yet pairs with so many things: burgers, red meat, cheese, fruit, or just sip! — 2 years ago

Danny Martinez

9.5

Happy Boxing Day 2022 from 🇭🇰! Ok. Bottle is done. Meal is complete. Honest review to follow. One — this wine. Serve this to anyone and they will be thrilled with its drink ability and balance coupled with depth and refinement. It’s Brunello de Montalcino’s finest (according to Sr and Sra Martinez). While service was a bit slow — where were we to go? Nowhere other than to people watch and enjoy the show. Technically it’s still alba truffle season; one tagliatelle order later (don’t ask the price); so happy. A dual of meat dishes: delightful (though don’t leave Danny alone w pomme purée) — but at the end of the day, it is the desserts that reign supreme. The sgroppino! The soufflé! Pannetone with mascarpone cream! The box of chocolates and truffles (and a side of limoncello). Visit at Christmas, we insist. This was a lovely visit at a staple favorite. 5 stars! — 2 years ago

Ming L

9.1

The Hall Masterpiece is a tough act to follow, but at about 1/3 of the price, this cab from this little known producer holds up just fine.

Blackberry, cassis, incense, licorice, anise, and subtle forest floor on the nose. Full body and quite masculine, but there is still a generous feel on the mid palate. Supple tannins. — 2 years ago

Chris Sowick

8.9

Chain Bridge Cellars. $12.98. Nice mineralogy. Great competition to Provence. — 3 years ago