Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.1

2023 vintage. Best effort on this offering since the 1991 vintage. Don’t ask me how I know. Crispy with pear notes. Super crushable. 12.3.25. — 10 days ago

Kliff

9.4

Farm Stand — 4 days ago

with Gail

Kland Aida

9.0

A good wine. Oak, a bit of chocolate, dark fruit and cherry. Pretty dry but smooth enough that easy to drink. — 3 months ago

Janice in Livermore

8.9

2022 At the Royal Park Hotel in Rochester, Michigan — 3 months ago

Joan Ziegler

9.2

Predictably delicious blend from Prisoner. Always a treat! Part of homemade pizza with awesome friends. Special thanks to Richard for sharing! — 21 days ago

Dmitry Teytelman

9.2

The wine opened up quite a bit after decanting for an hour or so. Great tawny color, notes of sour cherry and raisins, long aftertaste. Will integrated tannins. An awesome bottle! — 2 months ago

with Eugenia

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Precision – Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Precision presents an approachable Cabernet from Napa Valley, though the 2020 vintage carries the challenges of wildfire influence. Rather than showcasing a defined sub-AVA expression, this bottling leans more toward a broad regional profile, capturing Napa’s general style.

Aromas & Flavors
Dark cherry, blackberry, and plum with a layer of vanilla, baking spice, and cedar. Hints of cocoa and charred earth emerge, suggesting the vintage’s smoky undertones.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, framed by approachable tannins and moderate acidity. The structure feels polished, though the finish leans toward rustic rather than refined.

The Verdict
An easygoing, regionally representative Cabernet that reflects the vintage’s complexities. More about accessibility and everyday enjoyment than terroir precision. Best for casual sipping or pairing with grilled meats and hearty comfort fare.
— 3 months ago

Mark S.

9.0

Fruity The Prisoner Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon 22 @16720, Pieroth, 251117 — a month ago

Cathy T

9.2

Classic and smooth — 15 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.8

Royal Tokaji – 5 Puttonyos Aszú 2016
Tokaj – Hungary 🇭🇺

Overview
A classic Tokaji Aszú, made from grapes affected by Botrytis cinerea (noble rot), then macerated with must to create Hungary’s legendary sweet wine. The 5 puttonyos designation signals a rich yet balanced level of sweetness, around 120 g/L residual sugar. (Educational note: “Puttonyos” refers to the traditional baskets of aszú berries added — the higher the number, the sweeter and more concentrated the wine.)

Aromas & Flavors
Lush apricot, honey, and candied orange peel at the forefront, layered with quince, dried fig, and lemon curd. Hints of saffron, ginger, and toasted almond bring exotic spice and complexity.

Mouthfeel
Velvety and lusciously sweet, balanced by vibrant acidity that keeps it lifted. Full-bodied yet precise, with a long, honeyed finish that leaves both richness and freshness.

Food Pairings
Perfect with blue cheese, foie gras, or fruit tarts. Also excellent with roasted nuts, crème brûlée, or simply savored on its own as a meditative dessert wine.

Verdict
A benchmark Tokaji — rich, layered, and perfectly balanced. The 2016 vintage of Royal Tokaji 5 Puttonyos Aszú offers indulgence and structure, proving why Tokaji has been called “the wine of kings.” 👑🍷

Did You Know?
Tokaji Aszú is one of the world’s oldest regulated wines — protected since 1737, nearly a century before Bordeaux’s 1855 classification.

Collector’s Rarity 📌
Royal Tokaji’s Aszú wines are globally sought after, and a 5 puttonyos 2016 bottling represents both a collectible dessert wine and a piece of vinous history — 3 months ago