Tasting Notes for ABM

Red

2011 Joseph Phelps Pinot Noir Quarter Moon Vineyard Sonoma Coast (view label images)

4/13/2018 - ABM wrote:

87 points

Somewhat disappointing for its original cost. it may be age or storage or something else. Not sure.

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White

2015 Morgan Chardonnay Highland Santa Lucia Highlands (view label images)

4/13/2018 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Reminds me of the wht burgundy style.

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White

2014 Olivier Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc Oncle Vincent Chardonnay (view label images)

4/13/2018 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

One of my favorite white burgundies. Classic style. Good body sans oak!

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Red

2015 Château Puech-Haut Pic St. Loup La Closerie du Pic Red Blend (view label images)

12/9/2017 - ABM Likes this wine:

91 points

A bit forward but settled down to a good drinking Languedoc red.

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Red

2005 Condado de Haza Ribera del Duero Crianza Tempranillo (view label images)

10/17/2017 - ABM wrote:

91 points

Excellent wine. probably at its peak. Velvety smooth, rich body. Will try to find more!

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Red

2009 Roessler Pinot Noir Savoy Vineyard Anderson Valley (view label images)

9/24/2017 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Altho past prime still had quality characteristics.

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Red

2001 Rustenberg John X Merriman Stellenbosch Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

9/25/2017 - ABM wrote:

Cork was soft inside. Strained and drank. Just drinkable. Too late!

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White

2014 Château de La Greffiere Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay (view label images)

4/9/2017 - ABM wrote:

88 points

Lt gold color. Clean tree fruity but dry feel in the mouth. For a Macon and $15 price, went well with our fish dinner tonight.

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White

2014 Luli Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands (view label images)

4/3/2017 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Crisp, full bodied chardonnay. We like it and will buy some more!

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White

2005 Roessler Chardonnay Alder Springs Vineyard Mendocino County (view label images)

3/27/2017 - ABM Likes this wine:

91 points

Dry, crisp, Chard still in excellent condition!

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Rosé - Sparkling

2000 Louis Roederer Champagne Vintage Brut Rosé Champagne Blend (view label images)

12/25/2016 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Hated to see the last of the 2000 vintage. Still elegant and hadn't lost it sparkle!

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Red

2003 Château Destieux St. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

12/25/2016 - ABM Likes this wine:

91 points

Still going strong. Decanted 2 hours before pouring. Beautiful full bodied St Emilion from a special vintage!

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Red

2005 Viña Herminia Rioja Reserva Tempranillo Blend, Tempranillo (view label images)

12/10/2016 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Great wine for the price Drinking well for a 2005.

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Red

2010 Matteo Correggia Roero La Val Dei Preti Nebbiolo (view label images)

8/12/2016 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Just right drinking window. Good depth, color, and follow through. Paired well with our mushroom pasta with tomato sauce! Will look for more of this wine. Aged Roero Nebbiolo is a great value.

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White

2013 Domaine de l'Hortus Vin de Pays du Val Montferrand Grande Cuvée Chardonnay Blend, Chardonnay (view label images)

7/27/2016 - ABM Likes this wine:

91 points

Excellent!

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Red

2005 Domaine de Villeneuve Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Vieilles Vignes Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

7/26/2016 - ABM Likes this wine:

92 points

Outstanding wine. Close to peak. Everyone liked his wine representing a good standard from the Southern Rhone.

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Red

2001 Rust en Vrede Estate Red Wine Stellenbosch Red Blend (view label images)

7/25/2016 - ABM wrote:

90 points

Probably past prime but still good depth and character.

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Red

2011 Anna Maria Abbona Dogliani Sori dij But Dolcetto (view label images)

11/14/2015 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Excellent Dogliani table red. High quality for the price. Will order more!

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Red

2012 Melville Syrah Estate Sta. Rita Hills (view label images)

6/3/2015 - ABM wrote:

91 points

Excellent pairing with rubbed pork tenderloin!

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White

2011 Brewer-Clifton Chardonnay Cuvée Noire Sta. Rita Hills (view label images)

6/3/2015 - ABM wrote:

91 points

One of my favorite CA Chards!

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Red

2006 Alta Vista Malbec Grande Reserve Terroir Selection Mendoza (view label images)

11/7/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

91 points

Outstanding Malbec. Very smooth silky texture, well balanced and strong finish.

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White

2012 Tablas Creek Grenache Blanc Paso Robles (view label images)

10/18/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Light, fairly straightforward Grenache Blanc but well-made. Grape comes through pleasurably.

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Red

2010 Cuvelier Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon Colección Valle de Uco (view label images)

10/20/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

87 points

Tasted better this time perhaps a year older or opened longer. Reasonable table Malbec.

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Red

2010 Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Chianti Classico DOCG Sangiovese Blend, Sangiovese (view label images)

10/19/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Very good pairing with the Lasagne. Wine is light but smooth textured and good balance. Will buy more.

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White

2011 Michel Gassier Costières-de-Nîmes Nostre Païs Blanc White Rhone Blend (view label images)

10/8/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Excellent white wine. Clean, crisp, dry and good fruit. Will try to get more of this one.

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White

2009 Brewer-Clifton Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills (view label images)

8/29/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

93 points

One of my most favorite CA chardonnays. Excellent depth, character, and balance. Interesting fruit, good finish!

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White

2011 Byron Chardonnay Santa Barbara County (view label images)

8/29/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

88 points

Good solid chardonnay. Crisp, dry, not to oaky.

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Red

2010 Eberle Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles (view label images)

8/28/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Excellent cab. Unanimously highly enjoyed!

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Red

2009 Waterbrook Merlot Reserve Columbia Valley (view label images)

8/9/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Very well balanced, dark fruit, smooth finish!

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White

2010 Evans & Tate Chardonnay Split River Western Australia

8/10/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

88 points

Always dependable Aussie Chardonnay! I like it.

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Red

2008 d'Arenberg d'Arry's Original Shiraz/Grenache McLaren Vale Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

8/10/2014 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Excellent with NZ Rack of lamb!

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Rosé

2012 Barnard Griffin Sangiovese Rosé of Sangiovese Columbia Valley (view label images)

7/6/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

88 points

Popular with the ladies!

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Red

2009 Bodega Amalaya Tinto Calchaquies Malbec Blend, Malbec (view label images)

7/11/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

88 points

A bit rough around the edges but otherwise excellent accompaniment to our grilled half a chicken!

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Red

2001 Rustenberg John X Merriman Stellenbosch Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

7/12/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Cork was dried out half way in, but decanted the wine and it was excellent. Opened right up and was a delightful trip to good SA reds!

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Red

2006 Viña Santa Rita Cabernet Sauvignon Medalla Real Maipo Valley (view label images)

7/12/2014 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Drinking very well now and good example of Chilean high quality good value table reds!

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White

2008 Bodega Catena Zapata Chardonnay Catena Mendoza (view label images)

7/13/2014 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Very good AR Chard. Dry, crisp, not too much oak and great finish! Probably good for another year or two!

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Red

2003 W.H. Smith Pinot Noir Hellenthal Vineyard Sonoma Coast (view label images)

7/9/2014 - ABM wrote:

93 points

They told me it was still going strong and was an outstanding CA PN!

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Red

2000 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley (view label images)

7/6/2014 - ABM wrote:

93 points

Still going strong. Decanted 2 hrs before. Perfect Napa cab!

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Red

2005 Kilikanoon Shiraz Testament Barossa Valley (view label images)

6/28/2014 - ABM wrote:

92 points

One our favorites. It didn't disappoint. Will look for replacements.

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Rosé

2012 Barnard Griffin Sangiovese Rosé of Sangiovese Columbia Valley (view label images)

6/13/2014 - ABM wrote:

88 points

refreshing, well-made, with good fruit flavors. Could be a touch drier for my palette.

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White

2010 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay (view label images)

6/13/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

89 points

Continues to be my favorite among the Macon-Villages white Burgundies!

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Red

2007 Bodega Colomé Malbec Estate Calchaquies (view label images)

6/13/2014 - ABM Likes this wine:

90 points

Cork was partially dried out but didn't seem to affect the wine. It is one of my favorite AR Malbecs!

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Red

2007 Malvira' Roero Nebbiolo (view label images)

6/13/2014 - ABM wrote:

90 points

Excellent! Smooth structured with excellent bouquet and long finish.

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White

2012 Kupelwieser Pinot Bianco Alto Adige - Südtirol (view label images)

5/27/2014 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Will buy this again!

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Red

2011 Unknown Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (view label images)

4/4/2014 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Inky black in color with bright cranberry hue around the rim. Serious depth and structure for a 2011 cab. Notes of blackberry, black pepper, with dried herbs and hint of tar. Excellent young Napa Cab. See Andegavia.com website for more background.

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Red

2009 Château de Macard Bordeaux Supérieur Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

12/8/2013 - ABM wrote:

88 points

Very good value Bordeaux!

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Red

2006 Bodega Renacer Malbec Punto Final Reserva Mendoza (view label images)

12/8/2013 - ABM wrote:

90 points

Still excellent!

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Red

2007 Roessler Pinot Noir Hein Family Vineyard Anderson Valley (view label images)

10/25/2013 - ABM wrote:

90 points

One the best Roesslers I have tasted. Elegant color, lovely bouquet, and deep pinot character with cherry predominant.

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White

2011 Artesa Chardonnay Estate Carneros (view label images)

10/27/2013 - ABM wrote:

89 points

Good premium table Chard and will replace.

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Rosé

2009 Crios de Susana Balbo Rosé of Malbec Mendoza (view label images)

8/19/2013 - ABM wrote:

87 points

A bit late but still drinkable!

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