Boris Mathiszik

9.1

Solid cab. Equally good as previous vintages. — 2 months ago

Ian Hamel

9.3

2020 fall. This might be my favorite (at least for immediate enjoyment) among the wines guzzled on our recent Rioja binge. It’s open-knot, with lots of red fruit and spices like mace, but also has typical mature notes - that mushroom and cheese thing. At the same time, it doesn’t feel overly developed - it’s just layered. — 6 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

The White Burgundy was excellent but, still have to have my BSR 375ml. It’s been awhile for us.

It is a little better tonight following the Burgundy & soft white cheese.

The nose on this bottle really flows out of the glass tonight. Beautiful lean fruits of; blackberries, black cherries, cherries, strawberries, watermelon near the rind, blood orange, orange & tangerine & some pomegranate. Crisp volcanic minerals, saline, sea fossils, baguette crust, vanillin, whiff of caramel, soft white spice, pink flowers and rose pedals.

Everything on the palate sings just a little louder tonight as well. Fruits are even a little richer than normal. Ripe & slightly gummy not as normal leaner fruits of; blackberries, black cherries, cherries, strawberries, watermelon near the rind, blood orange, orange & tangerine & some pomegranate. Crisp and grippy, volcanic minerals, beautiful softer, powdery chalkiness w/o quite the sharper edge it normally has, soft, hints of Provence herbs, saline, sea fossils, baguette crust, vanillin, whiff of caramel, soft white spice, pink flowers and rose pedals. The acidity is crisp, lively and dead on as alway. The long, rich, well balanced finish is deliciously refreshing and persists minutes.

Photos of; one of their Grand Cru Vineyards at sunset & inside and the Estate grounds of the House of Billecart, — 6 years ago

Dan skoda

9.1

The remains of the day.. paired with a buffalo chicken grilled cheese sandwich. Not a good match obviously for the understated flavor style of the wine. There’s definitely sexier more vivacious champagne you can be drinking for far less money. Would like to taste again under different circumstances with some more age on it. What do you think about Dom Steve Redenbaugh? — 8 years ago

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Sky Morrar

9.0

Citrus, chalk and dusty rock on the nose. A champagne with great acidity and pretty dry. Pairs well with oysters and brie cheese — 8 years ago

Flavia Cooke

9.5

Pairing with cheese fondue — 9 years ago

"Odedi"

9.2

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Strong fruity nose of black currants, plums, cooked cherries, light cedar, earth, herbs, chocolates, black pepper, eucalyptus and black tea.

Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry and fruit forward on the palate with black plums, cherries, black currants, peppercorn, cola, light wood, spices, coffee, dark chocolates, earth and tobacco leaf.

Nice length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 9 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Red Mountain in Washington State is drinking beautifully now.

Elegant and nicely balanced, with nice complexity and mouthfeel. Rich and extracted, fruit forward and smooth.

Drinking at its peak now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next few years. I had this vintage 5 years ago, and it is drinking much better now.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 30 minutes of airtime.

Bold, delicious and good by itself as a sipping wine. Will also pair nicely with a nice piece of steak. I paired it with a charcuterie board and it paired beautifully with the Italian prosciutto.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in (93% new) French Oak barrels for 22 months.

15% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$55 (at release). — 3 months ago

gen

9.1

Sweet but sharp. Would be excellent with a sharp cheese and fruit — 6 years ago

Luke Young

9.2

Fantastic. Deep dark red with a bluish tinge. First taste after opening is a tidal wave of blackberry with lingering tannins. Not overly sweet or juicy tho.
After airing blackberry partially gives way to black current and tannins seem to intensify. Almost too bold to drink alone but not. A triple creme cheese with this would be perfection. — 7 years ago

Kate Amari

9.0

Didn’t rate this as we were drinking but really enjoyed this Malbec with friends at a wine & cheese Super Bowl party — 7 years ago

Kevin Yan

9.0

The simple rating: more than does the job. Definitely love the crisp and dry taste that borders on being a "fake" sparkling after taste. I did pair this with a Sweetgreen Harvest Bowl that had kale, goat cheese, sweet potato, chicken, almonds...and more. The wine itself is keto friendly even though I am not, ha. — 8 years ago

Andrew Willingham

9.2

One of my favorite Syrah’s, especially considering how reasonably it’s priced. Beautiful dark magenta color and texture, medium staining with some small sediment. Nose sees tight, dried blue and black berries, funky cured meat, maybe some wet rocks. Palette sees more jammy blue and red berries, medium tannins, medium acid, medium+ alcohol. Nice WA Syrah (with 5% Grenache) made in an old world style. — 8 years ago

Mr. Brix @ UnWined Cellars

8.9

Nose: Cherry with a hint of baking spices
Body Light body- (CS on training wheels)
Palate: Acidity forward (which could be part of the BC flavor) hints of dark fruit, like plum and blackcurrant Would pair well with: Meatball w/red sauce. Prosciutto and mozzarella cheese. Potato Skins w/bacon, and bacon wrapped scallops — 3 years ago

Jason

9.0

Strong diacetyl notes and rich, smooth oak flavor. Full bodied. Creamy with vanilla highlights. Goes well with a heavier cream pasta dish, soft cheese, poultry, pork, or simply on its own! — 6 years ago

Laura McLaughlin

10

Delicious and bold — 7 years ago

Mary Lanham

9.0

Light tawny color. Hint of oranges on the nose. Slightly sweet with light oranges on the palate. Paired w puffed quinoa, and goat cheese ice cream and then rum Sauvignon ice cream. — 7 years ago

Patrick O Driscoll

9.5

Smooth robust with a berry burst.
Must have with cheese as well as alone — 8 years ago

Riz Soriano

9.4

Full body fruit blanced blend. Nice slip wine with cheese. — 8 years ago

Allan Bork

9.0

Very smooth, light tannins, smokey sweetness. Needs cheese and nuts accompaniment. — 9 years ago

Kathryn Seifert

9.4

Great bargain; enjoyed with nectarine and blue cheese salad; I agree it's clean and crisp; a good lemon-lime note. — 9 years ago