Orin Swift

Papillon Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2010

9.4

Yeah, from a plastic cup. This is absolutely singing and showing zero signs of aging. Textured, layered and tannic. Nice espresso notes give way to black cherries and pure cassis. From magnum. — 21 hours ago

with Anne-marie

Dawn, Tom and 16 others liked this

Dawn E.

@Ron R Cheers and Happy 4rth to you both! Plastic cup...umm..isn't it quite funny how we get about that! 😧 guilty I am.

Robin Bundy

Thumbs up to the red cup!

Broc Cellars

Michael Mara Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Steve Rura

9.1

Great CA Chardonnay. Balanced, not overly oaked, not really buttery. Fresh and delicious lemon, yellow apple, underripe pear. It doesn’t have the electric acidity of the Adank Swiss Chardonnay I just tried, but it’s delicious in its own softer, more subtle way. Speaking of Swiss, I’m using a cup for tonight’s cheese fondue on a snowy night. — 6 months ago

Austin and ESF liked this

Boekenhoutskloof

The Chocolate Block Cinsault Blend 2019

Jakub Kalinowski

9.0

Light & fruity with some dark plum, anise & violet, a touch of roast. Fresh.
On the palate this is surprisingly light, juicy & lively. The cinsault really comes into play. Fruity, funky, with light tannins & juicy acidity. Fresh, crunchy fruit, a touch of bubblegum character, a herby note towards the finish.
So drinkable, and a lovely wine. Though might not be everyone’s cup of tea. — 4 years ago

Keith liked this

Silver Oak

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Ron R

8.9

I can’t remember the last time I tasted this brand, and while it’s very approachable, it’s a total construction site. Vanilla and over-sweet brown sugar with resolved tannins. Not my cup-of-tea, but will be enjoyed by others. — 3 months ago

with Andrew and Rick

Tom, Jay and 22 others liked this

Jay Kline

🇺🇸 🪵 💣

Ron R

@Jay Kline, I have older vintages of Napa and Alexander Valley, and they are nothing like what I tasted here. Just so you know, the 94 Silver Oak Napa cab was the wine that actually helped to create my current, measly credit score… Silver Oak has certainly sh!t the bed (in my opinion) since the late 90’s.

Jay Kline

@Ron R I agree. I’ve had some vintages from the early 80’s that were really good but man…the oak has been overbearing for probably 20 years

Stieglbrauerei

Stiegl Goldbrau Lager 2021

9.0

A smooth and enjoyable Austrian lager from the Stiegl brewery. Nice golden colour with subtle malt and hops with gentle carbonation.

Perfect for watching the English football FA Cup on a wet and windy Sunday. — 3 years ago

Sharon, Seiji and 1 other liked this

Son prim

Cup Red Blend 2016

Bernat Jaume

9.1

Es un vino acaramelado. Destaca la madera y la fruta madura. Un vino muy correcto en su precio. Unos 16€ en la bodega. — 4 years ago

with Ana

Serge liked this

Southold Farm + Cellar

Cup of Ambition Skin Fermented Albariño 2021

John Roselli

9.0

Pale orange; earthy, orange peel, vanilla; sour orange, white flower, vanilla bean; long tart finish — 4 months ago

Borthwick

Paper Road Pinot Noir 2022

Jess

9.0

Pale-medium ruby color.
Aromas of cherry, strawberry, citrus undertone.
Dry. Flavors of cherry, clementine, subtle spice, strawberry. Light, structured tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5 — 6 months ago

Domaine de la Charbonnière

Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2016

Will Stanley

9.2

Bought while staying in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the 2016 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes from Domaine de la Charbonniere, a wine based largely on very old Grenache, is a powerhouse wine from this region that demands serious patience. Almost undrinkable on the first night, it performed better on the second having had plenty of air - but still, it’s a colossus of a wine that will doubtless have many fans. I have to admit, not really my cup of tea! — 3 years ago

Nautilus Estate

The Paper Nautilus Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2019

Miss R

8.9

Light and casual. Very yummy — 4 years ago

Paper Cup