Hugh Hamilton
Hamilton Russell Vineyards
Ashbourne Pinotage 2016
Oh yea baby. Smokey, fruited, well aged. Big but not obnoxious. Complex. — 4 months ago
Schramsberg Vineyards
Sommelier Selection Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay 2019
Jack and Jamie Davies revived the historic vineyards and cellars in 1965. Today, their son Hugh, continues their mission. 100% Chardonnay pale straw color with aromas of stone fruits, floral and citrus notes. A terrific crisp sparkler with crisp apple, peach and lemon flavors, fine mousse with tiny bubbles. Tangy acidity on a long finish ending with a yeasty creamy character. Nice! — 7 months ago
Hamilton Cellars
Columbia Valley Malbec 2017
09.26.25
Cleanse my pallet. — a month ago
The Barns at Hamilton Station
Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Just a wonderfully crafted & delicious VIRGINIA CS - at 7.5yrs old, the concentration and density were in stride. Richness without losing balance. well done, Michael.! Rich black cherry, dark chocolate, and thyme combine for a wonderful red meat companion — 5 months ago
Hugh Hamilton
Jim Jim The Down-Underdog Shiraz 2019
Always suspect of ‘cute’ labels. But this is pretty tasty for an inexpensive Aussie Shiraz. Lots of fruit- strawberry- a bit of white pepper- light tannins- 14%. Would be a nice cook out wine. Hard to dislike. — 7 months ago
Mac Forbes
Hugh Yarra Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Interesting cool climate cab led Aussie Bordeaux…think I left it too late to drink it, best at 5-7 years given freshness in winemaking style? — a month ago
The Barns at Hamilton Station
Chardonnay 2017
Stellar - Shaps master craft — 6 months ago
Ron from VA
Fantastic at eight years old! Vibrant dark/red fruit… a touch of thyme and a pinch of rosemary. Michael Shaps built this and you can tell. Fantastic attack (cherry sweetness) and the mid palate is just a tango of balance (slightly stewed fruit and herbs)…
Medium finish but delightful in staying inside the boundaries for what this wine is meant to do — 22 days ago