7/23/2015 - NEBBIOLODOC Does not like this wine:

I was anxious to open my first bottle and weigh in on the debate. First glass of wine I can remember that I was unable to finish. Usually able to find some quality in every wine to appreciate. Not the case here. Artificial cotton candy/marshmallow fluff/ child's' cough syrup combination. All of natures' imprint on the grape just wiped away. Truly disappointing. Will gift away my remaining bottle..

11/18/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Earth, dark cherries and spice. Medium finish and decent acidity. Went well with pork roast tonight. Have been holding off on Sojourn single vineyard pinots from 2011 up to now. Out of Sonoma coast so it's time to open them

8/26/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Pleasant. Nice acidity. More tropical fruits then I remember. Enjoyed on a warm Charlotte night but not sure I would purchase again.

7/27/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Tremendous value. Baby barbaresco that is drinkable now and has many of the characteristics that I enjoy in this producers' riserva barbaresco bottlings.

6/25/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Better than last bottle. Earth and tart red fruits. Nice acidity. Really enjoyed with grilled shrimp and asparagus. Will finish bottle tomorrow and see how it evolves.

6/6/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Upon opening, I agree with others, too much oak. After an hour, however, it became a pleasant cab with dark fruit rising above the oak. Enjoyed, but wouldn't buy again.

5/15/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Tasted at Familie Perrin dinner at Charlotte WIne and food festival. Quite simply, one of the finest white wines I have ever had. Amazing bouquet of citrus. Flavors of Lemon, vanilla and crushed rock. Great minerality. Delicious. Ordered a 1/2 case in wooden box. Looking forward to enjoying continued development through time.

5/2/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Consistent notes. Fabulous producer that reliably delivers.

2/12/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Beautiful aromatics belied a past prime, syrup-like oxidized Barolo. Aerated for 2 hours. Would drink soon if you have any

1/5/2014 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Opened 4 hours before drinking. Should have decanted as wine developed in glass over 2 hours of consumption. Dark red fruits and spice. Modern style. Rich, powerful, smooth. Very accessible now. Not thinking this will age well over the long term but presents a beautiful Barolo to enjoy now while others of similar age sleep in the cellar. 93 pts.

12/13/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Just delicious right now. Better on day two. Rich dark fruits and smooth tannins. Really happy with this right. Glad to have 3 more bottles.

11/30/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Deep, dark black fruit and cassis. A little closed despite 2 hour decant. Tannins prominent. Will hold off a few years to drink next bottle.

11/30/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Purchased based on Galloni review and 93 pt rating. Pleasant dolcetto but lacked depth and complexity mentioned in review. Sipped throughout thanksgiving afternoon. Did not make strong impression. 2 bottles to go. Hoping for more next time

11/30/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Tasted in Italian alps last spring. Was the most eye opening wine of the entire trip (piedmonte and veneto). An explosion of pear, vanilla and lemon. Long finish. Complex. Flavor profile keeps changing during 30 sec finish. Not generally a fan of dessert wines, but his one blew me away,

11/24/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Tasted this at charleston wine festival at pinot event and thought it was the best of the day. Had again for first time last night. Happy it did not disappoint.

11/17/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Not getting the heavy oak others mentioned. Bright acidity. Crisp citrus, mineral notes. Great with seafood at bonefish grille.

11/17/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Agree with others that this wine is best after 1-2 hours

11/5/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

PnP'd. Plump juicy black fruits but retains a rustic character true to tuscany. Really delicious wine for price. Wish I had bought more for 20$.

10/31/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Meh....uninteresting fruit bomb.

9/5/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Does not like this wine:

Flawed

9/2/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Opened 1 hour before consuming. Delicious cab/Syrah blend offering the best features of both varietals. Bold jammy red fruits initially (Syrah) followed by mid palate and long finish offering mellow tannins, cassis, dark chocolate and oak(cab). Really enjoyed with summer BBQ. Will be looking for more. Was even better on day 2.

8/27/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Very nice PnP. Bought this after tasting in barbaresco at winery. Bright red fruits and enough tannins to provide structure. Food friendly acidity. Would decant next time as it evolved over 2 hr consumption.

8/16/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Big fan of this producer, but this bottle disappointed. Drank after 1 hour decant. Nice ruby color and promising nose of dark red fruits. On the palate,however, the fruit seemed dull and the tannins seem to dominate the flavor profile. Will wait another few years to have remaining bottles and use longer decant.

8/12/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Dark, dark purple. Huge black and blue fruits, moderate oak and firm well integrated tannins. Long finish of dark chocolate. Pretty decadent fruit bomb but not in a bad way. Very enjoyable with sharp cheeses. Not sure i would have it with a meal. Enjoyable and good QPR.

8/9/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Wow. Big, lush dark fruit and firm, well integrated tannins create a beautifully structured, unique blend. Steadily improved over 90 min drinking window. Definitely decant. Glad to have 5 more bottles and see how this wine evolves over the next few years (if I can keep hands off of it!)

8/3/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Last of 4 bottles consumed over last 3 years. Wish I had waited on all of them. Beautiful dark red fruit, long finish. If you are sitting on any of these, I would drink now. Hope my 2009s continue to improve as well.

7/27/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Does not like this wine:

Disappointing. Not an expensive wine but based on excellent press I expected a nice everyday drinker. Dull fruit. Not very interesting. Short finish. Makes me happy to stay with italy and Spain to find best QPR. Would not buy again.

7/21/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Drank with Manley's while sitting next to Mandy Patankin at Good food on Montford. Silky smooth texture. Red cherries and vanilla with well integrated tannins and medium length finish. Loved this wine in Piemonte. Great with food here in the states.

7/10/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Consistent with previous note

6/27/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Just a very solid weeknight pinot for under 20$. Tough to beat this QPR.

5/22/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Solid if not spectacular Oregon Pinot "light". Only 12.5 % ABV. Classic nose. Crisp acidity. Very pleasant Tuesday night wine. Good QPR at 16$.

5/15/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Big fan of winemaker. This one didn't hold up against other single vineyard pinots from this producer. Light red fruits. Earth notes. Not very complex. Was slightly better on day 2.

5/12/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Decanted 6 hours. Beautiful dark cherry, earth and rose petal nose. Tannins still very prominent hiding some of the red fruit. Was very good, but has potential to be great in a few years. Nice QPR. 25$ wine library.

4/24/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Surprisingly bright Chardonnay with some years on it. Citrus fruits and butterscotch. Lengthy finish with strong minerality. Probably on the down side of its drinking window but great QPR

4/18/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Dark red fruits. Simple. Nice mouthfeel. Short finish. Enjoyable, but I don't think I would purchase again.

3/15/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Fantastic, decadent pinot. Rich dark cherries with long dark chocolate finish. Nothing subtle about this wine but who cares. Delicious.

2/24/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Beautiful, classic RRV nose of red fruit and earth. Favors of red cherries, spice and herbs. Long, complex finish. Very enjoyable and great QPR from wine library.

2/24/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Odd, strong, "barnyard" nose upon first opening. Blew off after 30 min decant revealing beautiful strawberries and earth. Everyone enjoyed. Think I would wait another year to open next bottle.

2/24/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Red cherries, Mocha, well integrated tannins. Lengthy finish. Very enjoyable right now.

2/23/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Drank 2 hours after opening. Cherries, menthol and cocoa. Well integrated tannins. Medium length finish. Increased herbal and floral components develop with time in glass. Really nice young Barolo.

2/14/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Classic Oregon Pinot on the nose- earth and strawberries. Took time to open up (1-2 hours). Strawberries, cola, mint and earth. Delicate medium finish.

1/26/2013 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Delicious. Dark cherry. Well balanced. Long, smooth finish. My favorite Rioja.

12/5/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Dark cherry jam and plum. Earth and mineral notes. Medium finish. More complex than expected

10/28/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Much better on second day.

10/14/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC Likes this wine:

Dark red fruit. Well structured with significant tannins. Beautifully fragrant wine. Perfect with dinner at Aria and night at opera Tosca. Will wait a few years for remaining bottle. Has room to develop.

9/29/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Classic RRV Pinot. A little lighter than usual for Hawley but still delicious. Just an excellent producer.

8/10/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC Does not like this wine:

Very sweet. Sugar overwhelms fruit. Basically alcohol infused grape juice. REminds me of 1980's wine coolers.

7/28/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

Ready to drink. Minimal tannins. Smooth red fruit. Good QPR.

7/20/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

- Yellow color and aromas of grapefruit. It's somewhat balanced and has flavours of melon and grapefruit with a light/medium body. Smooth texture with a medium finish.

6/15/2012 - NEBBIOLODOC wrote:

- Garnet color - Sour cherries, mild tannins, short finish. Not you fathers sagrantino but still enjoyable enough. Visited winery last summer. Great operation. Recommend their standard sagrantino