| Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
2010 Landmark Pinot Noir Kanzler VineyardSonoma Coast more |
5/7/2013 - JimmyV wrote: 92 pointsThis bottle embodies why I will not be sorry to see Antonio Galloni take leave of his California Pinot Noir duties at The Wine Advocate. He seems to capture the flavors and style of this wine quite well in his written notes wherein he writes: “bursts from the glass with super-ripe red fruit, pomegranate, cola, flowers and spices. A juicy, forward Pinot,…” but then he assigns it a score of 86 points. Does his description sound like an 86 point wine? Clearly he has a bias against juicy Pinots that burst from the glass. I do not. Greg Walters describes the same flavor profile, and awards a score of 93. Josh Raynolds likewise admires this style in general and this wine in particular as evidenced by his score of 92 points. I would add a note of flowery prose, except that I really have nothing more to add to Walters’ note. I think he nailed it, though I agree with Raynold’s numerical assessment. Regardless, somewhere in the 91-93 range is about right. 86 points is insultingly low. |
| White - Sparkling |
NV Moët & Chandon Champagne Nectar ImperialChampagne Blend more |
6/19/2012 - JimmyV Does not like this wine: 82 pointsFalls below what I would want in even an "entry level" Champagne. More akin to a Proseco. Too sweet with no yeasty complexity. Maybe good for a quick toast at a wedding of non-winos. But that's about it. |
| Rosé |
2010 Isabel Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon RoséSonoma County more |
11/19/2011 - JimmyV Does not like this wine: 80 pointsThe rest of the Mondavi clan should sue to get its good name back. This is a soul-less wine that shows off none of the varietal's core characteristics. Personally, I do not think that Cabernet makes a good foundation for rose, and this did nothing to change that opinion. |
| White |
2010 Mackenzie Sauvignon BlancRussian River Valley more |
11/19/2011 - JimmyV Does not like this wine: 78 pointsPretty much everything that is wrong with low end Sauvignon Blanc. Smelled of cat pee, if the cat had just eaten asparagus. A lazy effort. |
| Rosé - Sparkling |
NV Patrick Bottex Vin du Bugey-Cerdon "La Cueille" Methode AncestraleGamay more |
11/19/2011 - JimmyV Does not like this wine: 78 pointsBarely discernable as "wine". More like a wine cooler made from Strawberry Jolly Rancher candy. Only useful as diversion to serve to those who put ice in their wine while you drink the good stuff. |
| Red |
2007 Kapcsándy Family Winery EndreYountville Red Bordeaux Blend more |
5/26/2011 - JimmyV wrote: 89 pointsAs with the previous bottle, a bit thin and lacking the excitement one would hope for from a luxury producer. Not a bad wine, but one that drinks like a wine that should sell for half the price. |
| Red |
2007 Kapcsándy Family Winery EndreYountville Red Bordeaux Blend more |
10/6/2010 - JimmyV wrote: 89 pointsWhile I was impressed by the <14% alcohol, I found this to be rather thin. Not off-tasting in any way. But certainly not as concentrated and vibrant as I would want a wine at this price point to be. Reminded me of a well made commercial effort like Sterling, Silverado or Raymond. |
| Red |
2008 Anthill Farms Pinot Noir Anderson Valleymore |
7/12/2010 - JimmyV wrote: NRProbably should not have been released. I knew of the smoke taint before buying and opening, and was looking at this as a learning experience. I did not tell my wife about any of this as I wanted her unblemished opinion. After two glasses, she said: "I don't usually say this about wines that you buy, but I really don't like this at all." I asked her to describe what she didn't like and she nailed it. Charred, smokey, bitter and really lacking in fruit. |
| Red |
2006 Magnificent Wine Company House WineColumbia Valley Red Blend more |
11/11/2009 - JimmyV wrote: 80 pointsMiserable wine. Not flawed, thus the score exceeds the 70's range. But unrecognizable as a Cabernet blend. Harsh and one dimensional. Reminds me of a failed attempt at home wine making. |
| Red |
2005 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Koplen VineyardRussian River Valley more |
11/4/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 95 pointsA brilliant showing. Lots of red fruit, vanilla and burnt sugar. |
| White - Sparkling |
NV Pascual Toso Toso BrutMendoza Chardonnay Blend, Chardonnay more |
9/20/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 78 pointsI found this to be undrinkable. As a sparkling wine, this was varietally incorrect. Served blind, I would have sworn this was a Bellini, or that some fruit syrup had been added to the wine. This had the complexity of a wine cooler. |
| White |
2006 Peay Vineyards Chardonnay EstateSonoma Coast more |
8/18/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 94 pointsA stunning combination of crisp apple and tropical fruit. Really stradling the line of both, making for a refreshing New World white. Serve this to folks who protest that they do not like California Chardonnay and see what happens. |
| Red |
2004 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir 4 BarrelCalifornia more |
7/30/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 95 pointsA New World Pinot all the way. And a great example of one at that. Gobs of ripe fruit, brown sugar, cinammon and smoked maple. |
| Red |
2005 Ketcham Estate Pinot Noir Russian River Valleymore |
5/28/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 86 pointsVery little going on here. Muted nose and muted flavors. Either this is closed down, or simply boring. |
| Red |
2003 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Il Vino dal Tralcettomore |
5/7/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 90 pointsWhile bottle variation is possible, this bottle performed very well last night. Lots of sweet red fruit and enough acid to pair well with rustic pasta dish. A value wine. |
| White |
2005 La Crema Chardonnay Sonoma Coastmore |
3/3/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 82 pointsLight, watery color and texture that followed through on the palate. Boring. Nothing there to speak of. Remainder of bottle will be used for cooking. |
| Red |
2005 Sandler Wine Company Pinot Noir Sonoma Coastmore |
2/8/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 92 pointsOpens with a nice Pinot funk, which alone differentiates it from most newcomers. Cherry cola, strawberry, roses and tea bring layers of complexity to a wine that is more than just fruit and oak. Very well made and a screaming bargain. |
| White |
2005 Landmark Chardonnay Armagh VineyardSonoma Coast more |
2/5/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 92 pointsA terrific bottling from a very reliable producer. Round without being fat. Big tropical fruits and moderate oak. An unmistakable California Chardonnay, but not over the top. Can use 6 more months in the bottle. |
| Red |
2003 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Il Vino dal Tralcettomore |
1/7/2008 - JimmyV wrote: 88 pointsVery impressed with the value here. Abundant ripe cherry and raspberry flavors unincumbered by heat. A lovely wine to sip with a meal that doesn't take itself too seriously. |
| Red |
2001 Blankiet Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Paradise Hills VineyardNapa Valley more |
12/8/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 88 pointsNeeds significant time, but will never become a wine worthy of the price. |
| Red |
2002 Harris Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon VSR Very Special Reserve Treva's VineyardNapa Valley more |
9/20/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 92 pointsA lovely wine that is not worth the price. Glad I had the chance to try it, but no more for me. |
| Red |
2005 Sojourn Pinot Noir Sonoma Coastmore |
8/28/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 91 pointsA wonderful value. Opened up nicely after 30 minutes. Lots of red fruit and layers of herbs and baking spice. |
| Red |
1996 Jones Family Cabernet SauvignonNapa Valley more |
8/26/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 93 pointsStill youthful. No bricking, and still a nice backbone. Both red and dark fruit, and pronounced espresso and chocolate notes. Drink or hold for up to 7 years. |
| White |
2005 Varner Chardonnay Spring Ridge Vineyard Home BlockSanta Cruz Mountains more |
8/20/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 88 pointsA bit lemony and sour for my taste. Loads of minerals. Very much in the Chablis style for those that prefer that to, say, a Montrachet. Not my thing. Well made, nevertheless. |
| Red |
2004 Radio-Coteau Pinot Noir La NeblinaSonoma Coast more |
8/2/2007 - JimmyV wrote: 93 pointsGetting better. Really enjoyed my previous bottle, but this was a step up from that. Pinot the way Pinot is supposed to be. Red fruit, balanced acidity. Not cloying or syrupy in the least. A wonderful style and a far cry from too many new blueberry syrup Pinot wannabes. |
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