Vista Hills

Domaine Drouhin

RoseRock Pinot Noir 2016

Double decanted two night prior. The 2016 Rose Rock pours a pale ruby color with no staining of the tears. On the nose, effusive fresh strawberry, red flowers and mint. Medium structure. Unmistakably New World with a heavy dose of inspiration from Burgundy and while this has plenty of substance, it’s all about the fruit and super clean; almost cutesy, very demure. Balanced. Drink now but should drink well through 2031. — 16 days ago

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John Howard

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Always find this one kinda mid.
Jay Kline

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I tend to agree with you but it’s technically well made. Not really my style
John Howard

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Yep. Same.

Buena Vista Winery

Chateau Buena Vista Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of black cherry, plum, spice.
Dry. Flavors of rich ripe black cherry, cinnamon, black raspberry, soft vanilla, coffee, cocoa. Rich, velvety tannins.

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 5/5
— 2 days ago

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Grgich Hills Estate

Napa Valley Merlot 2020

Oak, blackberry, cinnamon, and forest floor. Rich and dark with strong tannins. — 2 days ago

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Cristom

Jessie Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2012

A late (defunct) and much lamented PN producer known for its fine whole cluster fermented wines. This was solid above average Pinot Noir, second best red wine tasting of the night — 16 hours ago

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Brewer-Clifton

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2021

Medium acidity. Light and clean taste. A little ‘bolder’ than a typical Pinot. Very, very good. Would definitely buy again. — 7 days ago

Dusky Goose

Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2007

Wow not you normal Pinot… heavy thick balanced — 14 days ago

Sea Smoke

Ten Estate Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Several layers of cherry and black cherry complimented by cedar and a hint of smoke. Medium to full tannins for a Pinot and not too rich like some Sonoma Pinots can be. Delicious. — 3 hours ago

Domaine Drouhin

Laurène Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2019

Brilliant cherry. Perfect at Thanksgiving or anytime. November 2024. — a day ago

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Grgich Hills Estate

Napa Valley Chardonnay 2019

The “King of Chardonnay” Mike Grgich farms w/o pesticides and certified organic. Aged 10 months, no MLF. Medium lemon color with aromas of stone & citrus fruits. On the palate flavors of apple, pear & lemon citrus flavors, with honeysuckle, vanilla & toasty oak notes. Nice balance with acidity on long finish with a toasty mineral ending. Not your typical CA Chard, very nice! — 19 days ago

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