Jody Scharf

9.1

Parker calls it a "treasure trove" what does he know"? lol
Thoroughly enjoyed. — 2 years ago

David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

This is their private label sticky wine. I believe it’s named is derived from their house name. It’s made from Muscat de Frontgnan or aka Muscadel.

I don’t believe they sell it. It’s their own dessert wine for themselves and guests. They also make olive oil and keep a bee farm to produce honey. They gifted us a jar and we can’t wait to try it.

Photos of; the view from Anthony & Olive’s terrace back onto their property, Anthony & I in deep wine discussion (what a pleasure to get to know and an amazing treasure trove of South African wine knowledge), the view from their dining room looking out to their terrace and one of the vineyards. — 6 years ago

Tobin Trevarthen

9.2

Dark Ruby. Lovely aromatics, violets, roses, flower garden that blossomed into a nice layered flavor trove of chocolate dipped cherry and toasted cinnamon stick. Perfect compliment to a NY Strip. — 6 years ago

David Kline

9.3

Cloudy yellow of old bones crowns the roiling trove. This one came in costume, as a peel reveals the sour ‘neon shades’ of its former life. Nelson Sauvin, you rascal! Prickly pear flavor suspended in a mucilaginous grapefruit, pomegranate, and lemon oil jell-o. Thin skin orange with pith, salty lime, peppery green grapes, and pine. Can’t quite put a finger on what makes this so dang enjoyable, but there it is. Sparkly, minerally, for sure, but tropical with crystalline pineapple, like a rocky wood that ends on a tropical beach. Eco-dichotomy. .
#tuppsbrewery #txbeer #texasbeer #tuppsddhipa #tuppsthefullnelson #nelsonsauvin #hops #beer #bier #birra #biere #cerveza — 3 years ago

with Courtney

David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.0

Our second stop in Hemel-en-Aarde (an hour SE of Stellenbosch) was Hamilton Russell; which also makes this Ashbourne line of wines. This is the wine Anthony Hamilton Russell greeted us with when we arrived.

I didn’t takes notes on this visit. It just never seemed appropriate during visit. Anthony was a treasure trove of wine knowledge, not only on his Terroir but, South Africa in general.

I would say this blend of; Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon was quite good. The fruit sees the warmth during the day but cools down in the evening as it’s not far from the coast. It’s fermented in all neutral wood and has a gentle 13% ABV. All of which, are right in my wheelhouse in terms of how I prefer my whites.

This was our last visit in South Africa and probably our overall favorite. It was a combination of the area, their wines, Anthony’s passion & knowledge of his Terroir and the amazing lunch they prepared for our at their house. It was hands down the best meal we had on our trip.

Photos of; Hamilton Russell Vineyard, one of the soil structures that vary site to site around their Estate and a long shot of the property with Anthony & Olives house up on the hill.

— 6 years ago

David Bronowitz

9.0

I was totally surprised with the complexity and depth of this wine, at such a reasonable price point. It's a treasure trove of vanilla and dark berries. As it opens up, there are pleasurable layers of cocoa and tobacco. I'll be picking up a few more bottles. — 7 years ago

Tobin Trevarthen

9.1

Getting down to the last few bottles of this treasure trove from years gone by. Still producing a jam packed experience. Tannins have softened. Bing cherry and hints of eucalyptus poke through. Mouth feel and finish still deliberating. — 5 years ago

Scott Kahn

9.0

What a wonderful expression of the Combsville vineyard and Andy Erickson’s mastery of wine making. A nicely balance Cabernet on the front with a treasure trove of chocolate on the backend to complement the bouquet on the nose. This 07 is defined nite at a sweet spot for opening now. — 5 years ago

Rubychick

9.4

This 2009 Sadie family wine is golden, rich, divine, delicious. A secret trove of grapes, we know there’s Chenin, as for the rest.... who can name them? — 6 years ago

with Geoff

Isaac Pirolo

9.5

Purchased this 2008 Owen Roe Syrah about 7 years ago from Atlantic Wine, a sort of innocuous wine merchant in North Buckhead Atlanta. I do remember it shared a building with an upscale outdoors outfitter (Yeti, Patagonia, North Face, etc...) along with a large Goodwill Store/Donation Center. I always kick myself for not going in that Goodwill, and imagine it was an treasure trove of never used luxury camping gear. Instead, I opted for whatever mix of First Growth Bordeaux was in stock at Atlantic, which inevitably left me a bottle short of a 10% discount, thus resulting in this purchase, and later to be stashed away in the back and bottom of the cellar. I had completely forgot about this ghost bottle until tonight. Despite the wax seal, I still was slightly concerned that it might be past its prime, so I pulled the cork... An exotic, but pure cacao that’s pleasantly unforgiving, and cautiously allows in some lush blueberry compote, along with finocchiona rolled in fresh cracked pepper with thyme, tarragon, and lavender. Could certainly last another 5-7 years, but it’s too stunningly beautiful now to resist. — 7 years ago