Tenuta Vineyards

Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Ron R
9.2

We recently had this by the glass at Peaks, NYC. We enjoyed it so much that we bought a few bottles. While I consider this to be a “construction site,” I respect what the Wagner’s have accomplished. Not gonna bother with tasting notes as this is just a cherry compote fruit bomb. Tasted using a coravin as a few glasses represents a meal on its own. — 3 days ago

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@Ron R Guilty pleasures are the best kind Ron !
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Like Ron, I respect what Chuck and his family have accomplished over their many years. The style of this wine changed in 2012. Chuck made a business decision to pick at higher brix’s thus making a sweeter wine. It paid off for him in higher more consistent Parker scores and likely better sales. I am one who preferred this wine pre 2012 and have made the pitch to a couple of their staff to yeah make this style of new Caymus but also make Caymus Classic. So far, no success. 🤷‍♂️
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@David T, I’m right alongside you. I wondered if I should “out” myself on this posting and figured that the truth would set me free 🙃

Tenuta San Guido

Guidalberto Toscana Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2020

Rubis presque violet. Dense et jeune. Un premier nez presque médicinal, cerise, poivron. Le bouquet est agréable. La bouche est puissante, on sent sa jeunesse. C'est long et sec. L'acidité est bien marqué. Les saveurs de cerises et de cèdre s'entremêlent pour ce vin en début de vie. — 6 days ago

Pine Ridge Vineyards

Clarksburg Chenin Blanc + Viognier Blend 2023

Best Domestic white for the $$$ really delicious, over delivers — 2 days ago

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Raul Puga

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@Dawn E. So good. Cheers
Brandon Boesch

Brandon Boesch

Nice! Such a good wine. Although I feel vintage variation is real with this one or maybe how it’s stored/source?
Raul Puga

Raul Puga

@Brandon Boesch agreed. The 2023 is one of the best vintages I’ve had in awhile.

Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2000

Opened the evening prior at 7pm and double-decanted; the bottle was left at room temp with the cork pressed lightly back into the neck until service. The 2000 pours a deep garnet color with a near opaque core and a slightly water rim; medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears and some sediment. On the nose, the wine is vinous and showing some real power with a compelling combination of ripe and desiccated fruit: dark brambles, cassis, leather, dill, olives, spiced meat, tobacco and soft baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannins and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and whoa is it ever delicious. This has to be one of the wines of the vintage. Drink now through 2040. — 13 days ago

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Goldeneye (Duckhorn Vineyards)

Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2008

2008 | Pinot Noir
Goldeneye; Estate
Mendocino; Anderson Valley, Philo, CA
(91-93; Drink 2024-33)
2H decant

I really enjoy these Anderson Valley PN's with some time away, teetering on dried cherry, over-ripe cherry on the nose and faint stem notes. Palate shines with dried strawberry, dried cherry, faint forest floor and shaved bittersweet chocolate. I believe this will be in prime form in 2028-30+.

Enjoyed with a Cherry wood smoked pork tenderloin, Kosher salt/pepper rub. Pork was topped with a mushroom/Madeira reduction, great pairing of wood smoke, fortified wine & mushrooms.

Smoked dinners are interesting here, as normally I'm getting licked/bitten by a cat though the entire meal; he's our foodie guy, so par for the course.
— 21 hours ago

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Caymus Vineyards

Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

One of my favorites! Opened one at home to celebrate the new job and love it. Definitely best out of the cellar but second and third glass were still better than my usual. — 5 days ago

Dunn Vineyards

Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Paul J
9.5

1hr+ decant. Dark red color with subtle purple rims. Super complex nose and wine, so not even going to try and describe. Has a little bit of everything all summed up by awesome! Distinct on its own. — 11 hours ago

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Ridge Vineyards

Geyserville Sonoma County Zinfandel Blend 2008

16 years old. Can a Geyserville get silky? Hell ya. Still too fruity and syrupy to be perfect… but… still fruity wow! Happy 4th bbq! — 3 days ago

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Tenuta delle Terre Nere

Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese Blend 2021

Nariz: cereza, frambuesa, violetas, piedra volcánica

Boca: Tanino M, Acidez M/M+, Alcohol M
— 6 days ago

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Dunn Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

An amazing Cab. Perfect for celebrating some wonderful accomplishments by my step son. So proud of you Brandon! — a day ago