Pinotman /// Andreas

9.6

Like a Burgh - no difference. Franken Pinot (FP). Schlepped this all the way from this super remote winery my 2nd bottle. Stumbled onto this wine because Jancis Robinson recommended this (after all she used to be the Sommelier of the Queen of England). Suitcase import. 13.5% world class - really. Roses on the nose. In the glass faint cherries, blackberries, elderberry (just bought a plant we used to make jam), red currants. Back palate hard to define Za'atar (the plant) - Screw Cap (a strange choice for such quality juice). I know this wine is inaccessible for most folks on this website - sorry. But Franken is a very interesting wine region. The soil is by the way limestone - so it is classic for Pinot. I walked the vineyards - very off the beaten path - even for Germany. — 8 months ago

Flyingfish55

9.2

Thought this was great! — 6 years ago

Scott

9.2

Buttery. Vanilla. Lemon. Smooth. Very good — 6 years ago

Severn G

9.2

On our sofa for Tanglewood this evening with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Our guest conductor Juanjo Mena is leading BRITTEN (Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes), MOZART (Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-flat) with the talented Garrick Ohlsson on piano and then concluding with BRAHMS (Symphony No. 3).

We're experiencing intense thunderstorms coming through the area tonight and generally the BSO staff prevents people from gathering on the Lawn ever since a patron was struck by lightning in 2008... So for safety, we're at home enjoying beer tonight! Thank goodness for radio simulcasts!

Color is red-purple-brown, still translucent but dark. Mostly a still beer, no notable bubbles at all. Sour/cherry/oak aspects on the nose. Palate is mild-sour, which is good if you're new at these styles of beer, it's more welcoming. Palate is distinctly tart cherry, with a lingering of oak in the finish. Nice accomplishment by the brewmaster in blending of barrel-aged stocks, smooth and enjoyable! — 8 years ago

Sheridan Kelley

10

Sweet, fruity wine with a strong blackberry taste. — 9 years ago

Shelby

9.9

Absolutely great with a terrific Italian dinner! — 9 years ago

Shawn Thompson

8.9

An intoxicating nose of cherry cola, eucalyptus and Ecuadorian chocolate. Juicy palate exudes raspberry, black fruit and sorel with bell pepper. Stunning BC wine. — 5 years ago

Stephanie Carnegie

8.9

Pretty good for the price, dry with dark fruits — 6 years ago

Joe Weinberger

9.1

Much better than I was expecting. I usually don’t care for “rosé” sour beers/ciders but this was very good. — 6 years ago

Emily Golden

9.2

Great, easy drinking red. Smooth with brambly fruit and a bit of cherry, finishing with a smooth spice note. Really crowd-pleasing. — 8 years ago

Hector Escaton

9.6

This is stunning. Tart cherries with a touch of nutmeg. Deeply oxidized but well balanced with its acidity and oaky tannins. Caramel coming through as the initial carbonation subsides. Closest comparison is Cuvée Freddy, and while that beer is great, this is better. Ready to drink right after pouring, and I suspect it will improve with some time and warming. — 8 years ago

Simon Weston

9.1

Sage nose and strong sage taste with a complex herb finish, Very nice saison. — 8 years ago

Anton G.

9.0

Next day review. Gentle floral nose, nice acidity and good balance. Long finish, quite dry and acidic. Blend of Pommard and Dijon clones. Only 250 cases made, great finding for under 20$. — 10 years ago

with Alexey

Will Rogers

8.9

Lamb dinner at home — 5 years ago

Joshua K Hall

9.5

Fantastic. Smooth even after just poured — 6 years ago

Deborah M

9.2

I wanted something nice tonight. This was perfect. Winemaker Kurt Venge offers a Burgundian style to Sonoma. Red fruits and plush velvet finish. Definitely worth seeking out this off the beaten path wine. — 6 years ago

Ann Kunes

9.3

Excellent, with or without food. Smooth, slightly berry, very drinkable. Definitely repeat — 7 years ago

Scott Thielbar

9.0

Smooth impressive Zin from Aldi - good deal — 8 years ago

Mark Seeber

9.0

A treat, paired with Colorado beef tenderloin, wilted chard, mushrooms, and parsnip purée. Big, brash tannins that stood up to the charred edges of the steak. A lot of dark fruit with a touch of (good) funk. Off the beaten path for sure...need to go find some more — 8 years ago

Arnaud Namer

9.8

2014 Puissant et rond 2 bouteilles pour $30 à bevmo — 9 years ago