4/26/2024 - Burgnick Likes this wine:

It was initially reserved on the nose but it blossomed into a pungent and intense bouqet of darkish red fruit, spice, green stems and deep perfume. It had a lot of underlying power that clearly needs time.

4/26/2024 - phill mz wrote:

Bretty as. Barnyard dialed up to 11, Metallic and tinny. Shame.

4/26/2024 - Vinnut Likes this wine:

Medium ruby in color. Full, forward & fragrant nose of ripe fruit aromas of cherries, strawberries & blueberries with overtones of spices & floral notes, earthy/dusty, minerals, espresso notes & a slight touch of vanilla/oak in the background. Medium bodied with a good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, ripe fruit flavors of cherries, strawberries & blueberries with spices, minerals & a hint of oak/vanilla. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present with extended airing although it should develop further with additional aging at which time it may merit a higher score (93+). Not quite as forward as the lovely 2021 version but may eventually surpass it over time.

4/26/2024 - Livininparidise wrote:

This is ok. Decent nose, cherries. To me seems sweet on the first taste, cherries, some oak. First sips seemed to fade quickly, but after 1/2 glass, the cherries seemed to linger. Definitely a lighter pinot, which I tend to enjoy. I will see as the evening progresses.

I tried to chill, based on the other review, but I am not sure that helps.

I am having this with shrimp, which seems like a good chioce.

4/25/2024 - sonodoc Likes this wine:

Very complex, as might be expected given the unusual blend, and very tasty! Went down nicely as a pop and pour.

3/16/2024 - WineAndDineWithMe Likes this wine:

Fruity and very refreshing. Hints of minerality, yellow apples, gooseberries and biscuits.

4/26/2024 - studleytrey wrote:

Ruby red, clear. Nose of smoke, licorice, barnyard (esp. on the pop), orange. Light to medium body, high acid, medium length, flavors of red fruits, orange, minerals. A little disjointed, not bad though, little simple. 87-88

4/26/2024 - 3daywinereview.com wrote:

Day 1: Leading expert in the world on these wines. So much better than the 2014 K Cattle King. Stone, raspberries, sour cherry, white pepper, black olives and earth. Super concentrated wine and long finish. Off the charts on the value. 94 points

4/26/2024 - 1964vintage wrote:

Outstanding. Consumed over 3 1/2 days and it was better each day. Classic burgundy style.

4/26/2024 - trifreddy wrote:

Ok mais je ne racheterai pas

4/24/2024 - Bagwhat wrote:

Largely consistent with my last note: intense acid and stone, zippy almost effervescent. Most notable is the tense balance between the sweetness and acid, but in between is a cool airiness that many kabis seem to lack. Fantastic.

3/2/2024 - WineAndDineWithMe Likes this wine:

Fruity with some barrel. Cherries, blueberries, plums and vanilla.

4/26/2024 - brenkim103 wrote:

Black cherries, iris, thyme, eucalyptus, iron, and a hint of nutmeg on the nose. Soft, seductive, yet structured on the palate. Notes of red cherries, blackberries, and sweet spice, finishing with refreshing minerality. Nice acidity, grippy, yet round tannins, and a long finish. Elegant and complex. This is drinking beautifully now and will continue to improve.

4/25/2024 - Delund Likes this wine:

Popped and poured, then sipped over the next few hours. Initially cellar temp, gradually warmed up to 60 F. I don't think this would benefit from a warmer temperature. Deep ruby color. Sweet black cherry on the nose with vanilla and milk chocolate. Hints of clove and dried leather. Soft dusty, drying tannins which gradually moved to a silky, but still drying, texture. Well-integrated acidity that may be starting to fade. No noticeable heat, good use of charred oak regimen. Medium-bodied for a Napa Cab. Tart blackberry fruit, black cherry, savory plum on the palate with cedar, dark chocolate, earth, minerals and licorice. Medium-length drying finish. Red meat friendly. Good QPR. Probably at its peak, so drink soon.

4/26/2024 - evanlyall Likes this wine:

Excellent. Drink now!

4/24/2024 - ERU Likes this wine:

What? What’s that, I said I would hold off on my 2016 CdPs until at least 2025? Here is a truth about me: I often lie to myself. There you have it.

Decanted four hours. Great wine. Nose of black and red, sparkly fruits. Peppercorn! Deep. Palate of freshly ground peppercorns, those red fruits kicking and savory herbs. The heat on the wine is not unnoticeable but also not distracting. I wonder if I became more sensitive to it when I almost had it come out my nose from reacting to perhaps one of the all-time standout lines in a work of history I’ve ever read. Let’s just say it’s not every day one learns of a seminal moment in history that involves a timely horse neigh brought on by an expertly scented hand. I digress.

Now, I really, really am going to wait on my other bottles. Now is the time for patience so that some humdinger-y evolution can happen. This is in that glorious window for which we all aim. Praise Bacchus.

4/26/2024 - dlf-48 wrote:

Nice Pinot smooth finish nice color

2/17/2024 - WineAndDineWithMe Likes this wine:

Excellent white Bordeaux. Aromatic with barrel character. Nutty mouthfeel with green apples, lemon, pear and butter.

4/26/2024 - Bobcat 31 Likes this wine:

needs a very long decant 6+ hrs to smooth out. Different from typical Napa cab so enjoy the different approach

4/26/2024 - stbraunt Likes this wine:

It’s a solid pinot but disappointing for the price and the taste. Too tart for an Oregon Pinot.

4/26/2024 - Goldielux23 wrote:

Great QPR. Earthy nose, mushroom and cloves and tobacco. Creamy mouth feel. Very little fruit. Not super dry.

Nice for a $12 wine.

4/26/2024 - Vinnut Likes this wine:

Deep ruby garnet in color. Full, forward & attractive nose of ripe fruit aromas of red cherries, boysenberries & raspberries with overtones of dusty/earthy & spice notes of cloves & cinnamon, some floral notes of roses, cola, minerals & a slight hint of oak/vanilla. Medium bodied with a very good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, ripe fruit flavors of red cherries, mulberries & cranberries with spices, rhubarb, minerals & a hint of oak/vanilla. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present but should develop further with additional aging.

4/26/2024 - fredfta wrote:

Wip

4/26/2024 - mhekman wrote:

Color (10/10): Inky dark purple with watery rim
Nose (25/25): Seductive vanilla, cinnamon, hint of spice
Palate (26/30): Velvety smooth red cherry up front with some burn from the alcohol in the middle that hits the back of my throat with a strange vinegar 'twang' that lingers. Also some tart red berry. Almost watery in the mid-palate before coming on with a strong tart red berry finish.
Overall (32/35): This is good but not great. Given the name and price point, I would have expected more. The nose is SO alluring and yet the palate just falls a little flat. As it opens, a delicate melange of red berries comes through but it lacks a layered complexity I'd expect of a wine of this caliber.

1/19/2024 - WineAndDineWithMe Likes this wine:

Priceworty pinot after price decrease. Well balanced and spicy. Roasted oak barrels, vanilla and ripe strawberries.

4/26/2024 - BeauKnowsWine wrote:

Gift for the Billadeau’s

4/26/2024 - Vinnut Likes this wine:

Medium-deep garnet in color. Full, forward & attractive nose of ripe fruit aromas of red cherries, strawberries & plums with cherry-cola overtones & spices notes of cloves, herbs, earthy/dusty, minerals & a hint of oak/vanilla in the background. Medium bodied with a very good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, plush, ripe fruit flavors of cherries, strawberries & raspberries with spices, cherry-cola, herbs, minerals & a hint of oak/vanilla. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present with extended airing but should develop further with additional aging at which time it may merit a higher score (93+).

4/26/2024 - Guido L. wrote:

A great Thelema wine. Still very fruit forward. Red and black cherry, red currant, some cigar box and a hint of the typical Thelema mint. In the beginning a slightly higher acidity that integrated over time. If stored well, the wine will have 5+ more years.

4/26/2024 - phynes wrote:

Lovely colour as it hit the decanter. A smooth wine with still a fair amount of stuffing. Notes of iron filings, smoke, earth and caramel. Amazing for a 42 year old wine.

4/26/2024 - Burgnick Likes this wine:

The 99 DRC Richebourg exhibited minerals, iron, dark fruit, chalk, stems, black tea, wilted flowers and spice. It had latent and humble power which expanded in the glass in an effortless way.

4/26/2024 - SwedishWineHoarder wrote:

It hasn't gone bad, but there's an unexpected aroma that I can't quite identify.

4/26/2024 - Vinnut Likes this wine:

Pale & light straw gold in color. Full, forward & attractive nose of citrus notes of white grapefruit, lemons/limes & some stone fruits with overtones of floral & mineral notes & a slight hint of grassiness in the background. Light bodied with a good concentration of balanced & zesty textured, ripe fruit flavors of citrus of lemons/limes & white grapefruit, some peach notes & minerals. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present & may hold for another year. Very good QPR when found at discount. IMHO, no way possible for this wine to rate a mere "56" unless it was an off bottle!

4/14/2024 - MN Wine Junkie Likes this wine:

This was presented in a blind tasting of some high-end Champagnes:

1. NV Ulysse Collin Blanc de Blanc Enfers (Extra Brut)
2. 2015 Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill
3. 2015 Cristal
4. 2012 Leclerc Briant Château d'Avize, Blanc de Blancs, Brut Zéro
5. NV Selosse Lieux-dits Extra Brut Ay La Côte Faron
6. 2007 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Elisabeth
7. NV Selosse V.O.

NV Ulysse Collin Les Enfers - This was a very nice Champagne, very slightly oxidative with lots of lime, sea breeze and crisp green apple. A very nice Champagne! Easy 96 for me and a bridge between non-oxidative and oxidative styles. I can see this being a great Champagne that will drink quite well on its own or with food!

2/2/2024 - WineAndDineWithMe Likes this wine:

Refreshing with minerality. Nettles, gooseberry and blackcurrant leaves.

4/26/2024 - Ben Christiansen wrote:

On day two cinnamon and spice character to it. And richness of fruit on the palate.

4/26/2024 - Burgnick Likes this wine:

Pop and pour to serve. With the perception that 99 red including the DRCs being dense and brooding, the 99 La Tache is completely different with its ethereality and purity. It blossomed right out of the gate with darkish red fruit, inner perfume, spice and wild flowers. So much class and zen. The level of complexity was at another level, which made the excellent 99 DRC Richebourg so shy on the side.

4/26/2024 - zollyfresh Likes this wine:

High alcohol. A bit plummy and hot. Full bodied. Needs time.

4/26/2024 - Lion's Share Likes this wine:

This is an integrated, harmonious wine that manages to present as bold and elegant at the same time. A nose of black cherries, blackberries and dark chocolate gives way to a mouthwatering palate of elevated black fruit with notes of coffee, tobacco, and smoky earthiness. The tannins are silky smooth. The finish is long and spicy.

4/26/2024 - IV+ Likes this wine:

Apricots, honey and a hint of vanilla on the nose. Rather intense, medium+ bodied and silky on the palate. While this has good acidity, there’s a ripe fruit sweetness to this too. Medium+ length.

4/26/2024 - Robin & Emma wrote:

Fresh citrus and white fruit, but a little watery and underpowered - which allowed the cat pee to creep in and dominate after a while.

4/26/2024 - Ben Christiansen wrote:

On day two a sweet smell of perfume but not quite as robust as one day one straight off the cork pull.

4/26/2024 - bjlcrucrazy Likes this wine:

This wine has a fantastic aromatic fruity nose and lovely acidity on the palate. Great price at $18CN!!

4/26/2024 - Robin & Emma Likes this wine:

Juicy and young - fresh red fruits with a gentle lick of cinnamon. Extremely good value.

4/26/2024 - Burgnick Likes this wine:

Classic Leroy sensation with concentrated red fruit coated by perfume. It was more spherical and intense compared to the 98 RSV. Beautiful.

4/26/2024 - Gregboch Likes this wine:

Very interesting wine. Aroma and flavor very rich, deep and complex. There was a lemon meringue pie quality to the aroma. Definitely some citrus, but also yeast, pie crust and almost marshmallow, cream like qualities.

4/26/2024 - VAGentleman wrote:

Preliminary tasting suggest still tight but promises of mint, ripe currant, and crisp fern.

4/26/2024 - bluehorseshoe Likes this wine:

Perfect wine for Friday night with a burger. True Zin character. Briary and fruit driven with enough acidity to balance out the flavor. Reminds me of the Dry Creek Heritage vines Zinfandel at half the price.

4/26/2024 - BottleScholar wrote:

Very ripe peach, apricot, clove, toast, creme anglaise, and pineapple upside-down cake. M+/Full body with an especially viscous texture.

4/26/2024 - AlfrdGrz Likes this wine:

Soft nice red color, none to low acidity, earth and grilled flavor. Easy drinking beside the 14% alcohol.

4/26/2024 - 3daywinereview.com wrote:

Day 1: Earth, menthol, dark fruits, spice and black pepper. A heavy wine without good acidity. Normally like this wine but this vintage not delivering. Hopefully better on day 2. 87 points