Nicolas Greinacher

9.3

Tasted at the winery. Made from 46-year-old vines, the 2019 Wintzenheim Riesling Clos Häuserer reveals an aromatic profile of well defined lemon zest, green and yellow apple, white peach and some blossom. This is a full-bodied, concentrated Alsace Riesling, made by France‘s first MW Olivier Humbrecht. The wine is perfectly balanced by zesty high acidity and closes with a long, lingering finish. Drink now until 2040. — 2 years ago

Willie Carter

9.2

The color is medium straw with effusive bubbles and effervescence. This is just bottled joy. Serious stuff and far beyond so many other champagnes in the same price range. Warm brioche right out of the gate on the nose with a nice burst of ripe citrus aromas. Chalk and honey all day long here.

The 30% of perpetual reserve wines added to the 2017 base makes a world of difference. Sleek and sexy. Racy and electric. The Extra Brut dosage is just right. Terrific balance, sensual mouthfeel, and with plenty of depth and complexity.

In the mouth, there’s an indelible sense of excitement. Minerality and wet stone. Cherries and apples wrapped in a tropical fruit core. The finish is long and enveloping leaving you wanting more. A lot more. This champagne sings. — 2 years ago

Severn Goodwin

9.2

2019 | Chardonnay
Pattes Loup (Thomas Pico); Vent d'Ange
Burgundy; Chablis, France

Bottle No. 1...Corked!
Bottle No. 2...Reference Standard for AC Chablis!
(Refer to 2018 notes, but acidity bump) — 2 years ago

Ericsson

9.4

Exceptional Chardonnay that can stand up to the best in the world. — 2 years ago

Ming L

9.2

Fragrant nose with lemon zest, Asian pear, white flower, and lightly toasted bread. The palate is luscious and delicate at the same time. Elegant.
Fruits are mainly from the estate vineyard in Carneros. — 2 years ago

Patricia Schnitzer

9.3

Merry Christmas from Jim. Tasting 3 left bank Bordeaux. This is #1 and a great way to start! Deep ruby color. Plum snd cherry in nose. Same fruit on palate plus licorice and cocoa. Excellent complexity. Awesome wine. — 2 years ago

Walter Fahr

9.1

Very good moderate priced Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa. Drank in January 2023. Some more aging will increase the overall taste. Pairs well with red meat and other foods. — 2 years ago

Martinez

9.1

Citrus, minerals, crushed stone on the nose. Lots of lemon. Great texture. Minerals. Racy acidity. Long, salty finish — 2 years ago

Jess

9.2

Medium purple color.
Aromas of black fruit compote and vanilla.
Dry, with flavors of black fruit compote, vanilla, clove, violets, and herbs.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5 — 2 years ago