Paul Carillon

Kanonkop Estate

Paul Sauer Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2016

Medium deep , ruby centre and ruby rim . Dark blackberry , spicy tobacco , earthy currants , coffee . On the palate quite dark fruit focused , blackcurrant , blackberry , dark cherry . With time in the glass this seems to show a bit more of the earthy , tobacco notes also present on the nose. Quite high fresh acidity , slightly gritty tannins , quite good tobacco tinged finish . This is showing well now but will age well for a further decade — 5 days ago

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Paul Jaboulet Aîné

La Chapelle Hermitage Syrah

Wild fruit, leather, white pepper, dried herbs, other than fruit notes, nice acid. — a month ago

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Nice La Chapelle

Paul Hobbs

Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2020

Nose is very fragrant — 20 days ago

Paul Jaboulet Aîné

Domaine de Thalabert Crozes-Hermitage Syrah 2015

From Magnum. Opened about an hour before dinner; enjoyed over the course of two days. Best after a couple of hours. The 2015 “Domaine de Thalabert”pours a deep ruby/purple color with a near opaque core; medium+ viscosity with significant staining of tears and signs of sediment. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of ripe and desiccated fruit: blueberries, figs, lavender, Kalamata olive, leather, coffee, Bacon fat, spices, and organic earth. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannin and medium acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. This was pretty shy and awkward early but after significant air, it came alive. Lots of life left. Drink now through 2035. — 9 hours ago

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Paul Hobbs

Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Blue and black fruits. A lot of density and terroir. This took about 5 hours decanting and in the glass to fully open up.

Excellent pairing for steak. Robust wine that turned super smooth.

Went head to head with ‘15 Caymus SS and IMO beat it out handily.
— a month ago

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Paul Bara

Special Club Brut Grand Cru Champagne 2015

This the 2015 Vintage - from Bouzy Grand Cru - seems so fresh pear/apple ,Brioche, toasted grain , great mousse — 8 days ago

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As it’s opening lemon oil

Paul Bara

Grand Millésime Brut Grand Cru Champagne Blend 2018

Delicious!!! — 6 days ago

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Domaine François Carillon

Bourgogne Chardonnay 2014

Punching well above its weight. — 19 days ago

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Paul Bara

Spécial Club Grand Cru Brut Rosé Champagne 2016

Just spectacular!! — a month ago

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