Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

2015 vintage. Sampled from Coravin. Medium body. The monstrous tannins tamed somewhat...as they meet a decade+. Absolutely, top-notch nose. If you both respect the exuberance of youth and celebrate the wisdom of age, this is for you. A fascinating, case study currently. 6.24.26. — 4 days ago

Vittorio Veronelli

9.5

An unconventional and wonderful Vermentino — 3 years ago

Shawn Thompson

9.2

A funky and unconventional Chenin with a nose hinting at grapefruit, lemon rind and fennel. The palate is balanced with subtle flavours of ginger, honey, lemon curd and almond. An excellent food wine. — 4 years ago

DomDoc

8.9

Who drinks P Manseng? This is a BA local, SF medal winner that is unique and awesome. PM grapes are small and make sweeter wines. Next time I make Rice Krispie treats teriyaki jerky, this is the call. Great too with funky French cheeses. Very nice wine. — 5 years ago

Monique Starkey

9.8

Delish! : ) — 6 years ago

Peter Sultan

8.9

Owned by Banfi and an elder statesmen in Sherry. I’m not a Cream Sherry man but this is quite light and well constructed, for under 15$, well done. Almond paste, marzipan, walnuts on nose. — 6 years ago

Marc Pimentel

9.1

Cami really likes this wine. Grape dvine — 7 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Confidence de Bastor-Lamontagne – White Blend, 2023. Bordeaux AOC – France 🇫🇷

Overview
A modern white Bordeaux from Château Bastor-Lamontagne, crafted with an unconventional yet compelling blend of 51% Sauvignon Gris, 29% Sémillon, and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. This composition brings both aromatic lift and textural depth, delivering a wine that balances freshness, subtle richness, and a distinctly mineral profile rooted in classic Bordeaux terroir.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh and expressive on the nose with notes of citrus peel, white peach, and hints of mango, followed by soft herbal tones and a touch of wet stone. The palate leans crisp and clean, showing lemon zest, green apple, light tropical fruit, and a gentle brioche nuance from the Sémillon.

Mouthfeel
Dry and refreshing with bright acidity and a lightly stony texture. Medium-bodied, well-balanced, and smooth, finishing clean with a subtle saline and mineral-driven persistence.

Food Pairings
Shellfish, grilled or poached white fish, oysters, goat cheese, vegetable-forward dishes, or light poultry. Also works beautifully as an aperitif.

Verdict
An approachable yet thoughtfully made white Bordeaux that bridges the gap between casual sipping and more serious tasting. Its balance, freshness, and unique grape composition make it versatile and crowd-pleasing without sacrificing character.

Did You Know?
Sauvignon Gris is a rare mutation of Sauvignon Blanc and brings extra weight, aromatics, and texture, adding a distinctive twist to traditional Bordeaux white blends.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This wine really resonates with my white-blend style preferences. Dry, crisp, and subtly mineral, it’s the kind of bottle that easily becomes a go-to companion for casual cuisine or relaxed sipping, effortless yet quietly sophisticated. — 6 months ago

Jakub Kalinowski

9.0

A nice, unconventional Muscat - skin contact, 10% with stems - going in the orange direction.
Exoticly expressive yet without an explosion. A touch of restraint + some hay, herbs, a hint of mushroom.
On the palate this is firm, with some tannin, juicy, zingy acidity and great character. Rich yet fresh. Good precision
A lively & lovely wine. — 4 years ago

Jessica Knickerbocker

9.2

Very nice 😊 — 5 years ago

Ely Cohn

9.1

Two perspectives: first vibrancy and youth, then wisdom from age. Begins optimistic - bright red berries and minerals with interesting inflections - iron rich beef liver, seared in butter, wild Maine blueberry reduction.

Then darker, concentrated, experienced advice. Dried wrinkly fruits - raisins, prunes, dates. Like Amarone.

They come together to tell a good story from both sides. — 5 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Black cherry, raspberry, currant, blackberry, licorice, vanilla and oak. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 6 years ago

Jennifer McKee

10

At Unconventional Diner. — 8 years ago

Steve Rura

9.5

Hell yes. Raspberry nose. Red fruit overlayed with crushed dry rose, savory herbs, spicy black pepper, red licorice, assertive tannins and a delicate acidity. Unconventional but absolutely great Chateauneuf du Pape. Give it a lot of air, and drink it slowly over the course of an evening. With cheese ravioli and Miles Davis’s Kind of Blue. Divine. (Also not a blend, but 100% Grenache) — 2 years ago

Jonas

9.0

Easy to drink alone or paired with nearly anything — 2 years ago

Susan Hanners

9.0

Smooth cab franc, no nose, dry brambleberry taste, medium body, light dry finish — 4 years ago

Anisha Walters

9.2

Anisha had this 4 years ago

Romain Fitoussi

9.0

Already very balanced although still young. Association of Power and Finesse The fruit is still marked with well-melted light notes of oak. Deep concentrated notes of smoked ham, primary peppery and violette notes. Classic style. Beautiful gourmandise that will gain in wisdom with several years of cellar. 😋

Déjà très équilibré bien qu’encore jeune. Association de la puissance à la finesse. Le fruit est encore marqué soutenu par des notes d’élevages déjà bien fondues. Notes concentrée lardées fumées, notes primaires poivrées. Style classique. Belle gourmandise qui gagnera en sagesse avec plusieurs années de cave. — 5 years ago

Andrea Rague

9.3

Love the acidity, wish it has a little more body, very mineraly — 6 years ago

Andrew Schirmer

9.2

Rather interesting vintage (!) “sherry” all the more unconventional for being 100% Pedro Ximenez and single harvest. Better on day two where it develops in richness, revealing its colours beyond that of a conventional fino. Beautiful work. — 7 years ago

with Alsu