Jerry Shin

9.0

Very smooth finish — 15 days ago

Michael Chelus

9.3

Black cherry, vanilla, raspberry preserves, cassia, eucalyptus and oak. Full-bodied and velvety tannins. — 3 months ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. No formal notes. The 2006 “Amber Knolls Vineyard” blows the mind. Yes, I know, it’s made by Schrader but this humble Lake County designation was meant to be enjoyed early while one allowed the more significant Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon’s mature. Yet here we are, thoroughly enjoying this 18 years from vintage. Fruit not only hanging on; dare I say this is still developing? Structure is sound. Drink now through 2030. Very impressive. — 6 months ago

Bob McDonald

9.3

See several previous Delectable notes on this wine and vintage. A pale crimson colour with tawny garnet shades. Aromatics of red fruits (strawberry) and Sous Bois on the nose. It may be pale in colour but carries a Medium plus palate intensity of good length. A very good 2nd wine from Bell Hill from the Canterbury district (just to the north of Christchurch) which deserves more recognition as a source of high quality Pinot Noir. Also referred to as the Waipara District. — 2 months ago

Nate Wall

Winemaker at Troon Vineyard

9.0

Beautiful and even elegant, which is a descriptor that not many Pinot Meunier’s often get. Lovely aromatics, incredible texture, great balance. — 5 months ago

Jeanne Frederic

9.0

Nice full bodied without harsh tannins. Blackberry & ripe plum overtones. Very nice. — 6 months ago

Roman Ochocki

9.0

Very strong vanilla, then caramel and fruity sweetness. — 3 months ago

Bob McDonald

9.3

The quality of these many and varied Henschke cuvées never ceases to amaze. Just brief notes - not as much spice as Mount Edelstone and Hill of Grace. This is from the Barossa and provides a point of difference to their big guns in the Eden Valley. A more full bodied palate showing black and blue fruits and liquorice - not so much the sage and black pepper that shows on their Eden Valley reds. — 6 months ago

Peter Coulthard

9.4

Sainsburys. This is delightful - really enjoyable. Rich flavours. Delicious. — 6 months ago

Stuart Pollack

8.9

A nice Syrah for under $30. Not an extraordinary Syrah, but it tastes like Syrah and is a good value at its price point. — 6 months ago