| Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
2005 Desert Wind Vineyard RUAHWahluke Slope Red Bordeaux Blend more |
8/31/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 87 pointsI feel like this is beginning to fade. Interestingly, it's only an '05 but I feel like I am detecting slight bricking. Still good value at the original $13 purchase price, but I don't think I'll hold onto my remaining 2 for much longer. |
| White |
2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen Riesling EroicaColumbia Valley more |
8/28/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 91 pointsPerfect pairing with spicy Burmese takeout. |
| White |
2005 Byron Chardonnay Santa Maria Valleymore |
8/28/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 87 pointsAs mentioned below, buttered popcorn on the nose. It's not at all subtle, completely unmistakable. There is a nice sensation of acid and tropical fruit on the palate, but too much oak for me. Not my style, but I can see the qualities that others appreciate about it. |
| Red |
2006 Carica Syrah Kick RanchSonoma County more |
8/27/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 94 pointsThis is an exceptional syrah. A wonderful nose with hints of pepper, berry, and a touch of chocolate. A wonderful balance of fruit and tannin on the palate. Really, everything from Kick Ranch is extraordinary - this is the essence of fine artisan wine. I have 5 left, will buy more at the "steal" price of $29.99 at K&L. |
| Red |
2007 Carlisle Syrah Papa's BlockRussian River Valley more |
8/27/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 94 pointsThe best word I can come up with this is "prodigious." It's a big, burly syrah with plenty of heft and alcohol. Lots of deep, rich, dark fruits. Enjoyed it, but also looking forward to what it will have to offer in the coming years. |
| White |
2005 Devil's Lair ChardonnayMargaret River more |
8/25/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 84 pointsDisappointing. Very little fruit. Substantial acidity and bitterness on the finish. Not very pleasurable at this point- a disappointment. I hope my remaining '03s (which I have loved) haven't suffered the same fate (i.e. the fruit is gone) |
| Red |
2003 Medlock Ames Merlot Bell Mountain Alexander Valleymore |
8/12/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 89 pointsPretty pleasantly surprised with this one given the other CT ratings and notes. Got a few interesting crystals on initial pour (crunch!). This is actually quite good. The only word I can come up with to decribe the nose is "lush". It's full, fruity (red berries?) but with a little heat. On the palate, however, the heat isn't really there. Instead there's almost fuzzy tannin, and a very extended finish with a mix of fruit and acid. This is pretty good stuff - happy to have 1 more bottle. |
| Red |
2006 Efeste Syrah CeidleighRed Mountain more |
8/2/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 88 pointsPleasant, but a little too oaky for me. Not distinctive. |
| White |
2007 Larkmead Vineyards Sauvignon BlancNapa Valley more |
6/28/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 84 pointsTo channel Randy Jackson: "This is just OK for me". Not enough fruit, not up to the standard I expect from Larkmead. A little irritated they stuck Firebelle's with 4 bottles of this. |
| Red |
2006 Villa Pillo Borgoforte Toscana IGTSuperTuscan Blend more |
6/23/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 91 pointsComing into its own. The fruit is really brightening and it opened up quite quickly. Excellent value at the $12 point point, or even at double that. |
| Red |
1998 Elderton Shiraz Single Vineyard CommandBarossa more |
6/14/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 96 pointsThis was outstanding. Decanted for 2 1/2 hours, which I think is a must because the last bottle which I popped and poured (not recommended!) was not nearly as good. This one had a beautiful nose of raspberries followed by a full and silky mouthfeel with super-rich berries and stone fruit - smooth tannins and strong but not overwhelming acidity. But the finish - that's what's amazing. A super-extended 90 second plus finish. Outstanding. Glad I have 1 more left. |
| Red |
1999 Fisher Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Coach InsigniaNapa Valley more |
6/13/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 90 pointsIt is what it is - a well-aged, good quality California cabernet. Enjoyed it, but it's not a wine where I feel I need to run out and try to find some more. Good, but not distinctive. |
| Red |
2004 Fattoria Selvapiana Chianti Rùfina Riserva BucerchialeSangiovese Blend, Sangiovese more |
6/11/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 92 pointsThis is very good and ready to drink now. Modest nose, but very nice balance of fruit and tannin on the palate. Long, lovely finish. If you like a little fruit in your Chianti, this ones for you. I will buy some more. |
| Red |
2006 Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Countymore |
6/8/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 82 pointsNot a fan. Metallic taste on the palate, highly acidic finish, insufficient fruit to balance out. There are many better wines out there even at the $10 price point. |
| Red |
2004 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Oakvillemore |
6/5/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 93 pointsMmmm. Bright red fruits on the nose. Nice balance of fruit, tannin, and acidity on the mid palate. If anything a bit on the jammy side, literally lip smacking, although not to exces. Extended finish. Very nice. |
| Red |
2005 Rosenblum Cellars Syrah Reserve Kick RanchSonoma County more |
5/31/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 94 pointsAlways outstanding - I love all Kick Ranch syrahs. Rich aroma of dark fruits, nice combination of fruit, modest black pepper, and hints of chocolate on the palate and finish. Outstanding syrah. |
| Red |
2005 Ruston Family Cuvée SimoneNapa Valley Red Blend more |
5/27/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 92 pointsA great wine at 2 or 3 (or 4?) times the $9.99 I paid for it at Trader Joe's. Thrilling value given price point. Purple color, medium depth. Pleasant aroma. Rich fruit with nice medium tannin on the palate. Good length. Strongly prefer to the highly rated Ruston Napa cab |
| White |
2007 Larkmead Vineyards Sauvignon BlancNapa Valley more |
5/24/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 86 pointsModerate fuit, a bit bitter on the finish. Prefer the Larkmead cabs and bordeaux blends. |
| Red |
2005 Viña Quebrada de Macul Cabernet Sauvignon Domus Aurea Clos Quebrada de MaculMaipo Valley more |
5/23/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 84 pointsCan definitely perceive a hint of mint on the nose, which makes the wine distinctive and alluring. While there is ample fruit on the midpalate with a touch of chocolate, the finish is a bit like cough syrup. Its distinctive, but not in a good way - at least for me. |
| Red |
2006 Pascual Toso Malbec Maipu VineyardMaipú more |
5/16/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 91 pointsImproving with a bit of age |
| White |
2007 Weingut Allram Grüner VeltlinerKamptal more |
5/12/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 88 pointsVery light straw color. Modest nose, a bit of citrus but not much. On the palate, nice acidity, maybe a little coconut, also grapefruit. A touch spicy on the finish. Very pleasant for a very modest price. I think this would make a spectacular match for a summertime BBQ with lots of grilled shrimp. Also second the recommendation re spicy Thai - that would work very well. |
| Red |
1999 Castelgiocondo (Marchesi de' Frescobaldi) Brunello di MontalcinoSangiovese more |
5/10/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 89 pointsDid not love it. Popped and poured at restaurant. Tannins have smoothed considerably, but there's just not much fruit to be had. Finish is modest. Good, but not what I hoped for. Could be better with decanting, I suppose. If I had another I'd try that. |
| Red |
2001 Kenwood Cabernet Sauvignon Artist SeriesSonoma Valley more |
5/5/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 83 pointsSorry to cast a pall on the increasing good cheer about this wine, but my bottle was just not good. On opening, tight as a drum, tasted like a super-tight chianti instead of an 8 year old, $60 bottle of California Cabernet. After an hour, and 3 runs through the venturi, I am beginning to detect some fruit on the nose and palate, but frankly you shouldn't have to work that hard to get any value out of a $60, 8 year old Cabernet. Kenwood should have skipped this vintage and sold the juice to Charles Shaw. *** UPDATED *** for those of you who have this in your cellar, what's written in previous reviews is true. As bad as this wine is the first night, it improves dramatically overnight. After 24 hours rest it is now a relatively decent cabernet. Still nowhere near worth the price or the trouble, though. I would open it, let it sit opened for a few hours, recork it, and try it again in 24 hours. |
| Red |
2001 Château ClarkeListrac-Médoc Red Bordeaux Blend more |
4/28/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 90 pointsI really enjoyed this. I have little experience with Bordeaux (wife hates them, so I don't get to drink them) but I think she would have liked this one. A little bit of aging has smoothed out the tannins that so often turn off my wife, and now I find nice, moderate cherry on the nose, and a smooth midpalate with nicely balanced fruit and tannin. |
| Red |
2004 Kaesler Shiraz The BoganBarossa Valley more |
4/24/2009 - 97edwardc wrote: 92 pointsI like this alot. Nice fruity aroma. Very interesting, lingering spiciness on the palate that extends into the finish. Nice balance of fruit, spice, and an extended finish. |
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