La Cantina

R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2012

The 2012 vintage really showcases the brilliance of López de Heredia in a challenging, dry year. Deep garnet with brick hues at the rim; lovely aromas of red cherries and red currants, coffee, spiced cedar, leather, and light oak on the nose; great red and black fruit on the palate, plus earthy notes, dried herbs, and silky and well integrated tannins; and a long, elegant finish with a perfect balance of fruit and acids.

Enjoyed with spanish charcuteries and danish cheeses - and Tchaikovsky’s 6th with Teodor Currentzis.
— 9 days ago

Martin, Scott@Mister and 9 others liked this

Château La Lagune

Haut-Médoc Red Bordeaux Blend 1989

Christmas Day. Another wonderful experience with 1989 Bordeaux, this time La Lagune from the Haut-Médoc, a wine that is particularly ageworthy and on this occasion absolutely singing. Fresh, sappy fruit and youthful vigour on the palate, this was a clean, pristine bottle and utterly drinkable – it just about lasted throughout dinner. — 8 days ago

Ira, Bob and 1 other liked this

R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2011

You're not 40 every day and I wanted a special wine to celebrate that special day. Fortunately the wine bar / open kitchen restaurant we went to had that special wine, amongst 400 references, that I had been desperate to taste for a long while. I didn't take notes so it's all from memory, but the nose is what I liked the most. Coconut notes, leather, cherries, coffee... I spent probably 15 minutes in total smelling that wine. The palate was great with some acid drive, some matter but not in an overwhelming way, some gentle, well integrated tannins in the rear, before a long finish with savoury notes, red fruits, coconut and that gentle grainy tannic layer. A great experience to top up a day to remember.
Oh and if you happen to be in Warsaw, Poland and be looking for a great wine place, make sure to check our Kontakt - wino & bistro.
— 15 days ago

Scott@Mister, Ira and 14 others liked this
Peter van den Besselaar

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Congrats Daniel! Fine experience.
Paul K

Paul K

Happy Birthday @Daniel M ! Great wine! Great review!
Daniel M

Daniel M

@Paul K thank you, Sir !

La Rioja Alta

Viña Alberdi Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2018

Dark berry notes with a light peppery spice and mild tannins. — 17 days ago

Ericsson, Martin and 2 others liked this

Bollinger

Special Cuvée Brut Champagne Blend

Happy 2025!!!!! — 4 days ago

Brian, Lyle and 3 others liked this

La Rioja Alta

Gran Reserva 904 Rioja Tempranillo Graciano 2015

Paul J
9.5

Great wines for Family Christmas and New Year’s Eve!! No formal notes but rated appropriately. — 4 days ago

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Tom, Scott@Mister and 9 others liked this

Marqués de Riscal

Reserva Herederos del Marques de Riscal Rioja Tempranillo

Medium ruby in color with pronounced intensity. Aromas include blackberry, black cherry, cranberry, and raspberry, with hints of mint, clove, dark chocolate, leather, tobacco, and earth. Dry, with medium acidity and medium-plus tannins. Balanced and complex with a long finish.
— 6 days ago

Campo Viejo

Rioja Tempranillo 2021

One of our inexpensive go tos. A bit tart with a smooth aftertaste..  — 20 days ago

Taittinger

La Francaise Brut Champagne Blend

Very enjoyable addition to our holiday cheer at our 2024 Christmas Trim a Tree party in Palo Alto. Appreciated by our guests! Lovely with lots of appetizers & seasonal sweets! Crisp & a bit of brioche. — 7 hours ago