Punch Vineyards

Spottswoode

Family Estate Grown St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

2015 vintage. Light-medium body. Silky but with just enough punch. — 3 years ago

Bob, Shay and 8 others liked this

Lail Vineyards

Blueprint Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2018

Aged in 50% new French oak for 4 months, then in stainless, pale lemon with aromas of tropical and stone fruits with blossom notes. On the palate vibrant flavors of apple, pear and lemon with a zesty punch and a nice touch of vanilla. Savory, long finish ending with mineral and biscuit notes. Very nice. Tasting Sample! — 4 years ago

Daniel P. and Paul liked this

Château Phélan Ségur

Saint-Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend 2009

Paul J
9.2

1hr decant. Lovely nose of earth and tar. Wine lacks depth and fruit, but does have some nice Bordeaux elements. There is even some teriyaki sauce, which I know is weird. Short finish. Wish this packed more of a punch! — 5 years ago

Brooke Weaver Jakubowski
with Brooke
Shay, Tom and 5 others liked this

Punch Vineyards

Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

This is the second bottle we had in the last few month and the 2014 is showing well. If you know the secret code found on the label you can see that the juice came from the Rutherford area. While not a powerful wine, it has substantial typical characteristics of a valley floor Napa Cab. Very enjoyable now and for at least a couple more years. Fine effort. — 6 years ago

R. López de Heredia

Viña Cubillo Crianza Rioja Tempranillo Blend

Lopez de Heredia rarely fails to impress, and this 2012 Cubillo is no exception. It packs a flavor punch, with herbal, earthy, and cherry notes. The oak is in check, and the bright acidity makes this a great alternative to the darker and more austere Tondonia reds. — 3 years ago

Pinotman, Tom and 2 others liked this

Two Hands

Gnarly Dudes Barossa Valley Shiraz 2017

I recently reviewed the 2016 Angels’ Share Shiraz, however the Gnarly Dudes packs a bigger punch. Deep and dark purple color with aromas of fresh blue/red fruits with spicy notes. The palate revealed rich ripe fruits, plum and blueberry with firm tannins and acidity to match. I noted some cacao, toasty oak, vanilla and black pepper on a lingering finish. If you open a bottle, give the wine a few minutes to let it approach it’s beauty. — 4 years ago

Clive, Paul and 2 others liked this

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards

Éloge Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2002

From the wayback machine. Left off where we started! Still packing punch. Tannins still present. Blackberry, effervescent, currents of eucalyptus, lavender and tea bag spices. Can Franc shining through. — 5 years ago

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Sandhi Wines

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2018

Trendy in that it is the 'fruit forward' type of wine that is gaining popularity these days. This wine delivers a nice berry punch, a slight peppery taste underneath. But may not be the more universal pinot food pairing that some might expect. The wine delivers on its own. A charcuterie plate, or pork with a bit of spice. Something that the wine won't drown out with it's own power. A little air to help it develop, but not to much. — 4 years ago

Porseleinberg

Swartland Syrah

So intense, so brooding, so delicious. Black fruits, olives, pepper, and flowers all combine for a knockout punch. This can chill out for a few years. — 5 years ago

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Mollydooker Wines

The Boxer Shiraz

Shiraz = syrah, apparently. Incredible footwork bringing this doll from Australia, packs quite an earthy, gritty punch with a full-body blow complement that’ll bring you to your knees faster than you can say “million dollar baby” — 5 years ago

Tara Daugherty
with Tara