Austin Blackwell

9.4

Several layers of cherry and black cherry complimented by cedar and a hint of smoke. Medium to full tannins for a Pinot and not too rich like some Sonoma Pinots can be. Delicious. — a month ago

with Angelina

John W

9.6

On the nose, tobacco, cherry and chocolate. On the palate, dark cherry, cassis, chocolate, full bodied, rich. — 15 days ago

Tom Garland

9.3

Happy New Year Delectable!

Double decant and pour. A splendid tawny red color. On the nose: dark fruit, cigar ash, cedar, smoked meat, pencil shavings, mint. Taste: soft, silky, elegant, still fresh wine with dark red fruit, worn leather, graphite, loamy soil, spiced herbs, minty black tea and a dry medium finish. YUM! What a fun wine to end 2024 with. A wine bought at auction, and a cork which was not in the best shape, so not sure if this is a true representation of where this wine is at.

FOOD:
Island creek oyster and cavier
Lobster butternut bisque
Pan roasted duck breast
Braised beef short rib
Black forest chocolate cake — 5 days ago

with Brenda

Ron Siegel

9.4

Rich, creamy on the palate with lemon, brioche & a touch of honey — 4 days ago

Steven Phillips

9.2

My second time trying the 2016 vintage. I’ll hang on to my remaining bottles as it’s only getting better. — 5 days ago

Bruce Leboff

9.3

Boom. At its nadir probably. Drinking well Rich and full bodied. Smooth on the palette really nice — 7 days ago

with David

Robert Stackowiak

9.4

Great balance. Subtle apple on the palate. Tiny bubbles as you would expect in a premium champagne. December 2024. — 5 days ago

Bruce Leboff

9.4

Superb. Great way to ring on 2025 — 5 days ago

with David

Rebecca Graham

9.1

Has aged admirably. Cedar nose changes to fruit on the palate. — 11 days ago

David White

9.3

It’s 10 years since Serge. Hochar’s death whilst swimming in Acapulco on NYE 2014 and I think it’s appropriate to celebrate his legacy that is the modern Chateau Musar.
I first tasted Lebanese wines in London circa 1986 when I used to go to a couple of Lebanese restaurants in Shepherds Market near Mayfair in London
Al Hamra is still in business
I’ve been to Beirut several times and always stock up at the airport duty free
So a toast to a departed icon of the wine world
Since my last 2011 4.5 years ago (see note) this has aged wonderfully and I’ve up my rating several points
Another few years and it will be further improved
Optimal decant time was around 3.5 to 4 hours
Ethereal stuff — 6 days ago