| Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
2018 Yates Family Vineyard Alden Perry ReserveMt. Veeder Red Bordeaux Blend more |
11/29/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 92 pointsDecanted for only 30 minutes and consumed over the next three hours. Another wonderful wine from Yates. Ripe rich fruit, low acidity with just enough tannins to balance. |
| Red |
2018 Darioush MerlotNapa Valley more |
11/24/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 79 pointsI have to agree with Optimus Wine's note of 05/31/2021. We are big fans of Darioush Merlot and purchased a case of this vintage. We have consumed eight bottles and all have been earthy and rustic. Not typical of previous vintages that have been rich, pleasant to the palate with well balanced tannins on the finish. We always decant at least an hour and consume over the next two or three. Anyone else with a similar experience with the 2018 vintage? Disappointed. |
| Red |
2018 Saintsbury Pinot Noir Dijon Clone 777 Stanly RanchCarneros more |
8/10/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 92 pointsPurchased six bottles at the winery based on tasting. Decanted the first three and they just seemed disjointed. The most recent bottle was double decanted and consumed at a local sushi restaurant. This time around the wine was silky on the palate and the fruit was delicate and pleasant to consume. |
| Red |
2016 Madrigal Family Winery Nuestra SangreNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
8/10/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 92 pointsI agree with " whudock" on the first four bottled we consumed. Decanted the most recent both for 90 minutes and were pleased the rustic edges were dissipating. Purchased nine bottles based on tasting experience at the winery but was disappointed with the first four attempts. |
| Red |
2016 Ridge Petite Sirah Lytton EstateDry Creek Valley more |
8/6/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: NRDecanted for 90 minutes. Decidedly tart and acidic and unenjoyable. Unlike any PS I have ever consumed. Bad bottle? |
| Red |
2018 Titus Petit VerdotNapa Valley more |
6/7/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 93 pointsDecanted for an hour. Unusual Burgundian earthiness, round and rich fruit accompanied by very fine tannins. Better than some other Petit Verdot's that sell for nearly $200. |
| Red |
2018 Ram's Gate Pinot Noir El Diablo VineyardRussian River Valley more |
4/23/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: NRBriefly decanted and had some bramble around the edges. My bad and will leave in the decanter for at least an hour next time. |
| Red |
2018 Walt Pinot Noir The CornersAnderson Valley more |
3/10/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 94 pointsDecanted briefly. This is definitely a Cab drinker's Pinot Noir. Dark fruit accompanied with noteworthy tannins. This was our fourth experience with this wine and all were consistent. We are glad we still have several bottles remaining. |
| Red |
2016 Switchback Ridge Merlot Peterson Family VineyardNapa Valley more |
2/18/2023 - oenophilemoose wrote: 94 pointsDecanted for over an hour. This is such a compelling wine, I felt I should write a note with my humble assessment. As with previous reviews, this is a rich and luscious Merlot with lengthy finish coupled with those wonderful Switchback tannins. It's difficult to describe the fruit and mouthfeel since they put my pleasure centers into overdrive. I may be biased, but Kelly and her family are some of the kindest folks in the business (not to mention their stunning winemaking). |
| Red |
2016 Bedrock Wine Co. Syrah Weill a Way VineyardSonoma Valley more |
11/30/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 93 pointsDecanted for 30 mins. An outstanding Syrah with a wonderful nose coupled with earthy nuances, full and rounded fruit and fine tannins on the finish. Ready now.. |
| Red |
2015 Yates Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veedermore |
9/8/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 92 pointsRecommend not serving at cellar temperature but rather decant for at least an hour so the wine can open and the acidity blows off. This wine definitely needs more time since it was very good after a few hours. Will hold until 2024 before trying another bottle. |
| White |
2020 Hall Sauvignon BlancNapa Valley more |
8/21/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: NRdrank on 6/22 |
| Red |
2013 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountainmore |
7/20/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 95 pointsMy oh my. This only required to be poured into the decanter and it was ready to rock immediately. I'm usually not a fan of Howell Mountain wines because of their burly edges. But this Hall Cab had a great nose, elegance and a wonderful lingering finish of fine tannins. It is in its sweet spot....drink now! |
| Red |
2018 Walt Pinot Noir Rita's CrownSta. Rita Hills more |
7/17/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 95 pointsVery brief decant. My favorite varietal is Petite Sirah, however this Pinot may induce me to go over to the dark side. Smooth as silk but with rich, plush fruit and a wonderfully lingering finish. Another homerun for Mike Reynolds and his team at Walt. |
| Red |
2014 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon BergfeldSt. Helena more |
7/14/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 95 pointsDecanted for an hour. Another stunning Cabernet from Hall. Restrained dark fruit with a lingering finish of fine tannins. |
| Red |
2014 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veedermore |
7/11/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 96 pointsDouble decanted for about one hour and consumed at local restaurant. This is a stunning wine from nose to finish. Do not corrupt with food but enjoy in of itself. |
| Red |
2014 Turley Petite Syrah Library VineyardSt. Helena Petite Sirah more |
6/25/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 79 pointsDecanted for an hour. Expecting PS characteristics and instead found a wine with a reticent nose, fruit forward, sickening sweet acidity and tannins were missing in action. Bad bottle? |
| Red |
2014 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon Jack's MasterpieceNapa Valley more |
5/14/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 94 pointsBriefly decanted. I believe the fruit was given a little more hang time since the wine is ripe, concentrated, full-bodied with just enough tannins to keep it from becoming a fruit bomb. I have yet to be disappointed by any Vintage of Jack's Masterpiece. |
| Red |
2015 Bedrock Wine Co. Petite Sirah Drummond's CuveeCalifornia more |
3/25/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 93 pointsDecanted for one hour. Stunning Petite Sirah that has a little more fruit than what I am used to, but good all the same. Tannins made their presence known as they should in a good iteration of PS. In a good place right now....so drink "em if you have 'em. |
| Red |
2015 Bedrock Wine Co. Zinfandel Monte Rosso VineyardSonoma Valley more |
3/21/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 93 pointsDecanted for about one hour. Well balanced and delicious. I'm not a Zinfandel fan but this one makes you want to go to the dark side. Beautiful iteration by MTP. |
| Red |
2014 Blackbird Vineyards IllustrationNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
3/3/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 84 pointsTwo bottles, same result. Decanted 90 minutes, initially earthy and reticent fruit, finish had overwhelming acidity (which I detest). May be suitable for red wine reduction sauce. |
| Red |
2018 Baca Zinfandel Tug O'War Maffei VineyardRussian River Valley more |
3/1/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 93 pointsI'm scratching my head trying understand the previous reviews. First, you need to decant this wine for about 90 minutes. Then you will discover a Zinfandel with no edges or brambles. It is silky smooth with a purity of fruit with a hint of candied ripeness. This will appeal to most including me, a hardcore lover of the Harley Davidson of wines, Petite Sirah. |
| Red |
2015 Turley Zinfandel Ueberroth VineyardPaso Robles more |
2/18/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 84 pointsDecanted for over an hour. Too acidic for my palate as a stand alone. It needs food to consume. |
| Red |
2013 Carlisle Zinfandel Hayne VineyardSt. Helena more |
2/4/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 94 pointsDecanted for one hour and consumed over the next three hours. Stunning Zinfandel for Cabernet lovers. Rich dark fruit and tannins made the presence known. In its sweet spot....drink up. |
| Red |
2015 Turley Petite Syrah Turley EstateNapa Valley Petite Sirah more |
2/2/2022 - oenophilemoose wrote: 89 pointsDecanted for over an hour and found nothing special. Fruit forward and tannins were missing in action. This wine is to be served to those who truly do not know the characteristics a good PS should possess. |
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