Northern Region, Virginia

Trump Winery

Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon Monticello 2018

Toasting the new (and former) President’s recent Election Victory. Deep ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of black plum/currant/raspberry fruit with a touch of leather and smoke. Same fruits on the palate with touches of black pepper and dark chocolate. Medium finish that is a bit oaky and slightly bitter. A bit thin from a textural, tannin and mouthfeel perspective. Reasonable vintage. — 11 days ago

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Veritas Vineyard

Monticello Petit Verdot 2011

Stunning… Beautiful concentration of a variety capable of dense blackberry beautifulness :) I would say I age this to perfection with patients! — 6 months ago

Michael Shaps

Meritage Monticello Cabernet Franc Blend 2019

Really nice blend and in a good drinking window — 8 months ago

Trump Winery

Brut Blanc de Blanc Sparkling Blend

My wife and I thought it was excellent. — 20 days ago

Linden

Hardscrabble Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Dark red fruit, ganache, mint and barnyard. — 3 months ago

Severn liked this

Linden

Avenius Red Blend 2017

Brilliant! — 8 months ago

Linden

Avenius Chardonnay 2016

Yes, phenomenal Elegance the harmony of acid /structure / mouthfeel / finish :: 8yrs old!  Virginia rocks Chardonnay at a world-class level. — a month ago

Chatham Vineyards

Church Creek Steel Chardonnay 2022

Well balanced, hints of under-ripe fruit — maybe melon and pear. Tastes like Chardonnay grape. Finish is interesting and slightly metallic. Quite nice, an unexpected surprise. — 3 months ago

Pollak Vineyards

Estate Grown Monticello Petit Verdot 2019

Beast of the East vs. Best of the West….taste off
VA Monticello Petit Verdot against a Cali Napa Valley Cab.
Pairing: American Wagyu Strip, Home Fries, Mushroom Ron Zacapa 23 glaze.
As much as I love my Napa Cabs, the edge went to the PV. 93 - 92.
— 7 months ago