Austin Hohnke

8.9

Closed. Smoky minerals, but coming off as insipid. May just need time. — 4 months ago

Robert Hughes

9.0

Truly excellent Albariño. Well balanced fruit and herb. Touch of sweet, but not at all overpowering. Would absolutely do again. — 2 years ago

Willie Carter

9.0

What do you know about Melon de Bourgogne? If you’re like me you know nothing about it. Make sure to change that.

Light straw color with green tinges here and there. The nose is fantastic if a bit shy at first. Lemon curd and vanilla. Juicy pears and purple flowers. Salt and ocean spray. None of this smacks you in the face. It’s all rather delicate and whispered.

A single vineyard Muscadet from the Loire Valley. Acidic and very mineral driven. Medium everything and fun on the tongue. There the innate creaminess of the wine makes its presence known. The palate follows the nose closely. Everything here is so cultured, refined, and artful. Love at first sip. — 5 years ago

Ericsson

9.0

One of those unique Northern Spanish white wines that I’m always eager to try. — 5 years ago

Andrew Lohse

9.2

The wines of the Monção e Melgaço sub-region of Vinho Verde are a serious discovery. Deeply mineral, with layers of both classic orchard fruit and some tropical notes. Oak aging adds another dimension. Check these wines out! — 6 years ago

yami

9.0

Beautiful wine! Mineral! Dry and so elegant. A must! — 8 years ago

Lewis Chester

10

1979 Clos Du Mesnil. What do you do when you are confronted with a legendary wine? You hope it doesn’t disappoint. At Pages in Paris today, Tomo delighted us with this outstanding bottle. Medium golden hue. The nose was to die for: fresh, white flower, chalk and honeyed - alluring and forever changing in the glass while keeping its freshness. Hints of truffle wafted away within minutes. What seemed like an impossible dream of the ultimate Champagne remained intact. Fine but persistent bubbles, huge but balanced concentration with a refreshing, zesty acidity and a finish I can still taste an hour and a half after having drained the last few precious drops of this legend. Wow, wow, wow. Incredible. 100 points. Don’t be afraid to open now or in 20 years. — 8 years ago

romo

9.2

Additional 3-5 years in your cellar will do wonders. Classic sh!t. — 2 years ago

Sébastien F

8.9

Godello fringant et salivant avec final sur jolis amers — 2 years ago

Willie Carter

10

I really don’t do a top ten wines of year thing but if I did, we have a clear winner. Deep and oh so sexy. Pale gold with few bubbles but a lovely nose. Roasted hazelnuts and slivered almonds. White floral accents along with pure chalk and oyster shells. Plenty of citrus goodness and green apples. It just keeps going and going.

This champagne soars and it takes you along for the ride. Pure Chardonnay from Mesnil and pure is the word of the day. Purity of fruit and terroir. It’s a thrilling pour, one that demands your full attention. Vibrant and exceedingly expressive at this stage and it has miles and miles to go. Uber refined, this is just such a pleasure.

Explosive joy in the mouth. So much salinity and minerality. With age, it’s become rich and complex. It’s very Chablis like in parts. An initial burst of citrus in the mouth followed by smoke and chalk. More nuts and apples and just plain gloriousness. Long finish and yes you will absolutely want more. An excellent wine. A v sexy wine. Make sure to drink it with the right company. — 3 years ago

Jim McCusker

9.1

Another delicious and super approachable 100% mourvedre from Ryan Pease of Paix sur Terre. For those who don’t know, Ryan has a friend who does all of the original artwork for these labels. Great operation there - do yourself a favor and check them out! — 5 years ago

with Vanessa

Brian Ham

9.0

Another great Portugese red that is dry but not over acidic. Great bouquette. — 7 years ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.7

Vintage 1997 / Gem from my own cellar 🙂 J’adore J’adore J’adore #cheninblanc #coteauxdelaubance Pure nectar. Amazing mahony colour almost brown (ai ai I thought) but awesome fresh! Chenin is really amazing. Turkish delight and honey. Perfect balance. If God exists He has something to do with these wines, I am sure. Deep bow for MR. Richou in Mozé sur Louet. Terrific wine. /Partnered it with Blue d’Auvergne and Shropshire Blue. — 8 years ago

Matt

9.7

Ah, "Terras Gauda Rías Baixas Albariño'-a veritable jewel from the spectacular landscapes of Spain's Galicia, specifically the picturesque Rías Baixas DO, where the Atlantic whispers sweet nothings to the vines. This splendid Albariño unveils a bouquet of zesty lemon, fragrant white flowers, and a hint of sea breeze, tantalising the senses like a playful flirtation. The producer, Bodegas Terras Gauda, founded by the illustrious Ramón V. de Garay, is famed for its commitment to sustainable practices. Fun fact: they pioneered the use of genetic research in their vineyards-a cleverer endeavor than my attempts at crossword puzzles! Albariño, that beguiling grape, is renowned for its bright acidity and versatility; a wonderful partner in crime for seafood, particularly oysters, as the minerality complements their briny sweetness. It also loves the spicy embrace of Asian cuisine, where its zesty notes dance playfully. This delightful nectar has garnered praise, earning a commendable 90 points from Wine Enthusiast. Truly, it's one to uncap whilst contemplating life or... other intimate matters far too risqué for polite company! — 2 years ago

Romain Fitoussi

9.0

Dense ruby dress. Candied, roasted, spicy nose. In the mouth it is thick, with a soft touch. Notes of candied fruits, dried raisins, prune, cocoa, vanilla, caramel, licorice, mocha, flowers and perfumes.. great aromatic intensity. Do you like modern wines on purity and not very interventionist? It's pretty much the opposite! Can be associated with cheeses of character, as well as desserts. Last but not least, it is a wine that is self-sufficient and appreciates itself very well.

Robe rubis dense. Nez confit, torréfié, épicé. En bouche c’est épais, avec un toucher doux. Notes de fruits confits, raisin secs, pruneau, cacao, vanille, caramel, réglisse, moka, fleurs et parfums.. grande intensité aromatique. Vous aimez les vins modernes sur la pureté et peu interventionnistes? C’est à peu près tout l’inverse! Pourra s’associer aux fromages de caractère, autant qu’aux dessert. Enfin et surtout, c’est un vin qui se suffit à lui-même et s’apprécie très bien tout seul. — 3 years ago

Alan Weinberg

9.2

NV, but back label had the date 04/04/08 and it’s a beautiful bottle of champagne. Yellow color hints at the intense yellow fruit—mellow, yellow peach and nectarine, gentle but persistent, layered soft delicious fruit. Really a delicious bottle that rewarded cellaring, as do many NVs. — 5 years ago

with Ben

Ricardo Bohn Goncalves

9.1

Mesa Bohn Out20 Orlando, RR, Alcides, Nicola e SP — 6 years ago

OMG PEDRO

8.9

Crisp, fruity and floral goodness with a unexpected complex not too dry mineral finish ... — 8 years ago

Dave Moses

9.1

still holding up — 8 years ago

Daron Watson

9.1

the texture of crushed raspberries meets spiced almost peppered minerals w flavors of cranberry and cherry ~ nose was a bit muted but I do think this will show a bit more in time — 8 years ago