Matt

9.7

Ah, "Terras Gauda Rías Baixas Albariño'-a veritable jewel from the spectacular landscapes of Spain's Galicia, specifically the picturesque Rías Baixas DO, where the Atlantic whispers sweet nothings to the vines. This splendid Albariño unveils a bouquet of zesty lemon, fragrant white flowers, and a hint of sea breeze, tantalising the senses like a playful flirtation. The producer, Bodegas Terras Gauda, founded by the illustrious Ramón V. de Garay, is famed for its commitment to sustainable practices. Fun fact: they pioneered the use of genetic research in their vineyards-a cleverer endeavor than my attempts at crossword puzzles! Albariño, that beguiling grape, is renowned for its bright acidity and versatility; a wonderful partner in crime for seafood, particularly oysters, as the minerality complements their briny sweetness. It also loves the spicy embrace of Asian cuisine, where its zesty notes dance playfully. This delightful nectar has garnered praise, earning a commendable 90 points from Wine Enthusiast. Truly, it's one to uncap whilst contemplating life or... other intimate matters far too risqué for polite company! — a month ago

Marc Ouellette

9.0

Before we take a sip, we must embrace this bouquet! The bouquet was amazing. Full of blackberries, cedar and oak. On the palet, this full bodied wine is on the dryer side but paired well with a Tuscan pizza! I guess it comes down to what you eat it with?! The Italians are the wine experts but the Portuguese do a great job! — 2 years ago

Daron Watson

9.7

Exceeded My Expectations & My Clients’ ~ D!G

Bouquet of apples, shortbread, peach, citrus blossoms, viburnum & vanilla

What strikes first on the palate is an electric streak of citrus: lemon oil, hard lime candy & tangerine zest ~ then it broadens to apricot & poached apples ~ with a gentle embrace of oak contrasted by flecks of flint

B!GUPS #WINEPIMP — 4 years ago

LaShondra Berman

9.2

Cherries, vanilla, and tobacco in an warm embrace. So delicious! — a year ago

Tom Garland

9.3

1 hour decant(decent fine/cloudy sediment). A remarkable dark purplish magenta color. On the nose: certain vintages really embrace the brett on the property, this is on the milder side. Notes of red plum, nutty vanilla, pine, funky wet earth, old leather, some cherry. Taste: smooth, delicate, silky wine with savory notes of cigar box, currants, wet dirt, peppery, little dark plum, cedar, slightly meaty. YUM! A very good vintage for Cain, a little more intensity could have increased the score even more. — 2 years ago

with Brenda

Fredrik Finn

9.2

There is Zinfandel and then there is Zinfandel.
The East Bench from Ridge is far away from the average sugary BIB’s that is terrorizing the shelf space.
A superb wine, fruity indeed, but with a fresh elevating streak and solid grip that keeps the generous fruit in balance.
Ripe strawberries and brambly fruit profile with a defined yet balanced portion of oak with vanilla, toffee and Christmas spice that brings complexity.
Fresh acidity and a solid grip from the tannins that embrace the generous fruit profile and provides balance to the slight warming alcohol. An evolving complexity on the palate through a long finish.
Zin deserves a new chance, but choose wisely!
— 4 years ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.0

Vintage 2017 | Cab Franc lovers will embrace this Chinon with 6 bottle years, true to type, still tight and just starts to open up — 2 years ago

Erin Merchant

9.5

I shall have no other love than a wine and its warm embrace. — 2 years ago

Nate Wall

Winemaker at Troon Vineyard

9.4

I laid this wine down in the cellar for a while now, thought it was time. Drinking this 2008 in 2022, it was surprising just how fresh it still was. Aged, certainly, with some bricking in color, but plenty of acidity to hold on for this amount of time. Tannins were crazy soft by this point. I really hope more WV producers embrace cool-climate syrah, and let it age like this. A great wine. — 3 years ago

Ruud Verhagen

9.1

needs food...,.otherwise very difficult to embrace... — 4 years ago