90m of air. Impenetrably dark purple. Solids are visibly falling out. Initially this had an iron and stinky mushroom nose, likely reduction; blew off after air, revealing rich bramble qualities. Palette is massive, ripe, and heavily extracted, with balanced acidity; classic central coast / Paso. Med+ tannins. Didn’t look at the abv, but you feel it. I’ve become a cold weather Syrah guy, but this is solid for what it is. — 6 years ago
From Mag with bone-in NY prime. This is finally in an approachable drinking window. An hour decant gave this wings. As “Bordeaux” an Insignia I’ve had in a while. I know it’s a Bordeaux blend but it’s never really performed that way for me. Great strength here, silky lines and some legit nuance. — 6 years ago
I’m inexperienced with German and French Riesling, and Riesling in general, but I always love this Platt from RC. Dry style with a rich nose of minerals, citrus, rocks on the seashore, pears, green apples, and some classic petrol. The palette is juicy with clean fruit and med+ acid. Paired great with homemade street tacos. — 6 years ago
Bill Bender
This was my WOTW (white of the week) on the San Antonio trip. I’m going to slowly post the wines from the event and this was night 1. A compelling, tension filled Chardonnay with so much obvious elegance it was jarring. Aromatics of honeysuckle and white apricot, an oily, honeyed textural treat in the mouth with flavors of fresh cut yellow pear, rainwater and beeswax. Just so damn lively throughout with oodles of balance and bright acidity. Game changer. My first Leroy white and I was so impressed. The guys in the pic made it taste just that much better. — 6 years ago