Three Wine Company

Spinelli Vineyard Mataro 2015

9.2

128-year-old Mataro vines from the Spinelli Vineyard in Contra Costa County, the dark black fruit aromas and flavors seem unmistakably Californian, quite ripe, still shows lots of structure and old vine intensity, long, lingering finish, last bottle but this is another outstanding wine from Matt Cline!! — 8 months ago

with Jim

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Tom Casagrande

I used to order these wines through Wine Access years ago. I enjoyed them initially but then over time grew a bit weary of them because none of them weighed in at less than 15%. The fruit was impeccable. I love those old CC vineyards. But I prefer it when people like Ridge, Bedrock, and, to a slightly lesser degree, Sandlands, bring in and vinify those gorgeous old vine grapes at a slightly lower level of ripeness.

Doug Powers

@Tom Casagrande, I can’t disagree with anything you’ve said, I wish these 3 Wines were more 14% than 15%, but I’ve way worse from some “name” southern Rhône wines (my favorite region in the wine world) — I guess it’s “climate change”??

Tom Casagrande

If other wineries can source the fruit from the same CC old vineyards and come in under 15, that suggests that the difference is a conscious choice. But in the Southern Rhone, I think your point is more applicable. They’re primarily working with Grenache there, and, particularly in CDP and Lirac, it’s a real challenge to get phenolic ripeness without sugar levels that take you to 15 and beyond. I feel for those folks. Climate change is an existential challenge for them.

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Carbonic Maceration Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Katie

9.0

Vinegar/cider start, good with salty snacks and fried rice — 5 years ago

with David

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Carbonic Maceration Pinot Gris

Sandy Wolf

9.4

I always love this rose. Not to sweet, just a touch of savoriness. — 6 years ago

Matt Parish

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Rick Walkup

9.5

Quarantine wine from nakedwines was excellent — 6 years ago

Matthews Cellars

Claret Red Bordeaux Blend

Danielle Shea

9.0

A much bigger and bolder Claret from winemaker Matt Loso. Notes of stewed plum, chicory and currant jam. Full bodied and complex on the palate, mild to medium tannin with a velvet finish. Great addition to my Christmas table paired with coffee rubbed tri tip steaks. — 7 years ago

Reynvaan Family Vineyards

Foothills Reserve Syrah 2017

Dr. Owen Bargreen

9.6

The 2017 ‘Foothills Reserve’ Syrah is a simply magical new wine by Matt Reynvaan. The nose takes on highly hedonistic tones, showing beautiful range from orange zest to Umami to bacon fat and roasted dates with fresh sage that all collide in the glass. Silky smooth on the mid-palate the wine unveils a remarkable depth and salinity. The elegance here is extraordinary with a sensational mouthfeel. Hoisin sauce, blood orange, bulls blood and Umami with wild blackberry cobbler flavors all combine marvelously in the glass. The exceedingly long finish lingers long on the palate. Drink 2019-2033- 96 — 7 years ago

Shay, Neil and 15 others liked this

Samsara Wine Co.

Rancho la Viña Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

2022 vintage. Tasted with the winemaker Matt Brady. Nearly equal (and maybe better) to the 2021 vintage. Jumped at the 2021 effort so no room for this one but absolutely delicious follow-up. Spice, tannins, fruit all in balance and verry harmonious. It’s Pinots like this that keep me sold on the Santa Rita Hills as dayumed likely the best pinot-producing area in CA. 03.12.25 — a year ago

Ted, ESF and 10 others liked this

Ferren Wines

Silver Eagle Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018

Austin Hohnke

9.4

First wine I’ve had from this producer and another notch in Matt Courtney’s belt. A really beautiful Sonoma Coast Pinot through and through with fantastic energy, texture, structure, and balance. Earthy berries. Stone fruits. Layers upon layers of aromas and flavors. Reads a bit hot at 14.1%. Stunning wine, but is it worth 2.5 times the price of Faiveley Mercurey? 🤷🏼‍♂️ — 4 years ago

Ira, Severn and 1 other liked this

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Direct Press Sur Lie Pinot Gris

Brendan Devine

9.2

Whoa! This was a surprise. Tart apple, Brie cheese. Slightly effervescent. In that ABv sweet spot as well. Drink with impunity. — 5 years ago

Kevin, Mike and 1 other liked this

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Super Deluxe Cuvée Chardonnay 2017

Julia Proctor

9.0

Well balanced, silky and smooth cream. Ripe pear, lemon, grass. Dry with high acidity and medium + body. Flavors of butter, cream, green apple and lime on the palate. Very tasty and easy to drink. — 6 years ago

Matt Parish

Contra Costa County Rosé of Carignan & Mourvèdre 2019

Jazy

8.9

Light, strawberry notes, crisp — 6 years ago

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Honig

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Chris Sowick

9.0

Chain Bridge Cellars. $43.00. Xmas gift from Matt. Excellent Cab. Smooth. — 7 years ago

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Carbonic Maceration Yamhill-Carlton Pinot Noir

Katie Davis

9.5

Light and super drinkable. Cherries, a little floral. Acidic not tanniny — 7 years ago

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Sunny Side Skin Contact White Blend 2022

Jennifer Memmolo

wild, salty peach — 2 years ago

Linne Calodo

Rising Tides Paso Robles Syrah Blend

Rachel Roberts

9.7

Bought a case of this from Matt (winemaker) in 2008 when their tasting room was more of a shack. This is the last of the vintage and it’s just so good. A lot going on in this bottle still. Complex and earthy. Glad we waited! — 4 years ago

Paul liked this

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Super Deluxe Cuvée Pinot Noir

Brendan Devine

9.2

Bumped this up a couple point because president obama gave it a positive review! — 4 years ago

Kevin liked this

St. Reginald Parish

Disco Nap Willamette Valley Trousseau Gris Pinot Gris

Ely Cohn

9.4

Power nap of Pinot Gris and Chardonnay - utterly awesome. Easy on the eyes and deep inside. Restorative and stimulating.

Big and sturdy from time in oak. Blood oranges, green herbs, peanut brittle, and Palo Santo. The weirdest mix of wonderful things. — 6 years ago

Iwan, Jay and 21 others liked this

Jay Kline

Such a great name for a wine.

Ely Cohn

@Jay Kline tastes pretty good too 😋

Matt Parish

The 24 Contra Costa County Zinfandel

Josh Hirsch

9.0

A delicious Zin. Neither too spicy or sweet. A great balance. — 6 years ago

Matt Parish

The Pilot Hill Gang El Dorado County Red Blend 2018

Nico Suave

9.4

Excellent wine. Matt Parish is one to watch. Huge dark fruit flavors, full body, and a brooding mix of tobacco and leather. Long finish. Highly recommend. — 6 years ago

with Russ and Karim

St. Reginald Parish

The Marigny Single Vineyard Series Roots Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015

Joe Weinberger

9.0

Second bottle of this in as many weeks. This one was quite different than the first. Definitely a lot of VA in this one. Strong acetone smell for about the first 15 minutes but most of it eventually blew off. Less fruit-forward than the last bottle. — 7 years ago