Tasting Notes for Darkcyd2332

Red

2016 Givon Cabernet Sauvignon Judean Hills (view label images)

10/6/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

80 points

Lite fruit. No body. Finished oaky then flat

Red

2013 Prisoner Wine Company Cuttings California Cabernet Sauvignon (view label images)

9/10/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

87 points

Dark plum color. Heavy tannins right off the bat. Tobacco, cola, eucalyptus, leather, old book. But overall lacking. Good but there are better out there

White

2016 Bogle Vineyards Chardonnay Phantom Clarksburg (view label images)

9/10/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

88 points

Sweet Apple, pink lady, with smooth pear on the front. Warm vanilla and chewy caramel. Smooth but prominent oak.

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White

2015 Torii Mor Pinot Gris Willamette Valley (view label images)

9/10/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

70 points

Grapes with no substance. Little fruit futures to sour finish. No mineralogy.

White

2015 Green Fin Winery White Table Wine California White Blend (view label images)

9/1/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

A pretty simple white table wine. Slightly sweet and fruity in the front. Definitely good for the 4.99 price tag

White

2015 Hogue Cellars Gewürztraminer Columbia Valley (view label images)

9/1/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

82 points

Predominantly lychee fruit and pear and green apple. Slight rose petals and floral notes. Slightly spicy up front with a smooth mouth feel. Light sweetness.

White

2013 Columbia River Landing Riesling Columbia Valley (view label images)

8/24/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

82 points

Sweet but not too sweet. Melon. Slightly floral.

Rosé

2016 les Vins de Carole Côtes de Provence La Promenade Rosé Blend (view label images)

8/24/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

78 points

Super plain. Not fruit forward or dry. Just there

White

2016 Domaine de la Vauvise Sancerre Les Trois Terroirs Sauvignon Blanc (view label images)

8/24/2017 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Predominantly green Apple. Pear and melon in the back end. Not sweet but not super dry

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Red

2014 Joel Gott Zinfandel California (view label images)

11/24/2016 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

80 points

Not good. I returned it

Red

2005 Cline Cellars Syrah Los Carneros Sonoma Estate (view label images)

12/2/2016 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

79 points

Past its prime

Red

2009 Bogle Vineyards Phantom California Red Blend (view label images)

11/18/2016 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

90 points

Was still great. Rich berry and smooth tannins.

Red

2012 Hahn Zinfandel Boneshaker Lodi (view label images)

1/7/2015 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Rich fruit. Strawberry cassis cherry. Clive too. Good. Smooth. No lingering tannins

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Red

2004 Turnbull Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville (view label images)

11/29/2014 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

93 points

Rich fruity nose. Almost earthen. Smooth on the tongue. Really good

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White

2010 Turnbull Viognier Oakville (view label images)

10/30/2014 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

88 points

Melon and pear. Sweet on the nose but not on the palate. Good for sure. Still smooth

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Rosé

2011 Quinson Fils Côtes de Provence Rosé Rosé Blend (view label images)

4/27/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

Dry fruity. Crisp flavors with a splash of acidity on the back end

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Red

2008 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon Stagecoach Vineyard Atlas Peak (view label images)

4/13/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

91 points

Fantastic. Smooth and lush. Subtle fruit with a touch of rich of oak. Benefit from more years on its side.

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Red

2010 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (view label images)

4/13/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

86 points

Nice silky texture with a smooth finish. Slightly tannic on the back end. Oak kicks in too

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Red

2010 Sequoia Grove Rebellious Red Napa Valley Red Blend (view label images)

4/13/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

81 points

Smooth red. A little dry towards the end. Good but not awesome

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Red

2010 Sequoia Grove Syrah Stagecoach Vineyard Atlas Peak (view label images)

4/13/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

81 points

Definitely not my favorite. Drinkable but nothing outstanding

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Red

2009 Sequoia Grove Merlot Napa Valley (view label images)

4/13/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

86 points

Plum currant blueberry. Very nice

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Rosé - Sparkling

N.V. Zonin Veneto IGT Corvina Blend, Corvina (view label images)

3/31/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

Better than most but I still won't buy

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Red

2010 Ravenswood Petite Sirah Vintners Blend California (view label images)

3/31/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

81 points

A little hot. Needs more time to breath. A bit fiery. Fruity

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Red

2011 Chariot Gypsy California Red Blend (view label images)

3/31/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

A decent red. Dry with a hint of oakiness. Decent but not overwhelming

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Rosé

2006 Josefina Syrah Rosé Paso Robles (view label images)

3/31/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

Very good. Fruity strawberry and raspberry with a hint pear. Had it warm but I liked it. Nice hint of sweetness to it

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Red

2011 Mark West Pinot Noir California (view label images)

3/31/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

86 points

Fruity and a little dry. Very smooth. Lighter body. Pretty good for 8

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Red

2010 Michael-David Vineyards Zinfandel 7 Deadly Zins Lodi (view label images)

3/28/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Fruity and smooth. Not a real dynamic wine but easy to drink.

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Red

2008 Whitehall Lane Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (view label images)

3/17/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

89 points

Oaky nice and dry. Not as big and voluptuous a I would have liked for a $33 cab. Really good but not as big as other high dollar cabs.

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Red

2010 Rocca dell'Olmo Barbera d'Asti (view label images)

2/22/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

A little spicy with a bit of a dry back

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Rosé

2011 Domaine de Nizas Coteaux du Languedoc Rosé Grenache Blend, Grenache (view label images)

2/22/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Not sweet but not dry. Light fruit.

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White

2011 La Ronescina Collio Pinot Grigio (view label images)

2/22/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

Crisp light melon flavors not really dry like most Italian Pinot grigios. A bit smoother mouthfeel too.

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Red

N.V. Oakstone Slug Gulch Red Lot 14 Fair Play Zinfandel Blend, Zinfandel (view label images)

2/15/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Fruity and pretty smooth. On the verge of being too old though. Not really dynamic but decent

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Red

2008 Ca' del Grifone 1967 Toscana IGT Sangiovese Blend, Sangiovese (view label images)

2/2/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Fruity spicy on the front. Pepper is light more of a different spice. Mellows out nicely

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Red

2010 Familia Nueva Pinot Noir Liberté San Luis Obispo County (view label images)

2/2/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

88 points

Light and fruity with a smooth creamy mouthfeel. Really nice

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Red

2011 Domaine Sainte-Croix Vin de Pays d'Oc La Bergerie Red Blend (view label images)

2/2/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Quick fruit hit up front. Switches to dry finish that sticks around awhile

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White

2010 Bodega Elena De Mendoza Chardonnay (view label images)

2/2/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

Creamy with a bit of fruit. Acidic back end with a tart finish

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Red

2011 Concha y Toro Carménère Casillero del Diablo Reserva Central Valley (view label images)

2/1/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Subtle fruit with blackberry deep cherry and tobacco.

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White

2011 Beringer Vineyards Chardonnay California (view label images)

2/1/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

88 points

Creamy smooth with a buttery texture. Apple, pear. Really good.

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White

2010 Concha y Toro Chardonnay Casillero del Diablo Reserva Casablanca Valley (view label images)

2/1/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Fruity and more grapefruit and gooseberry. Very nice

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Red

2009 Abancay Máscara Del Sol Cariñena Crianza Tempranillo Blend, Tempranillo (view label images)

1/29/2013 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Creamy nose. Fruity. Nice and smooth. Good for 6

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Red

2006 Blackstone Winery Sonoma Reserve Rubric Sonoma County Red Blend (view label images)

12/6/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

86 points

Very good. Pretty oaky. Nice

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Red

2004 Nevada City Winery Syrah Lodi

12/20/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

87 points

Licorice and a hint of eucalyptus. Nice rich body very plummy. Finish drops off rather quickly but it is smooth. Good firm tannins but not overwhelming.

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Red

2009 Ghost Pines Winemaker's Blend North Coast Red Blend (view label images)

12/8/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

83 points

Nice fruit. Dark cherry. Anise and a little pepper. Taste not spice. Good but not for $25. Paid 16 ok.

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Red

2000 Tistrya Napa Valley Red Blend

11/23/2012 - Darkcyd2332 Likes this wine:

This bottle was ok for a second but faded to watery and a little vinegary right away. Waited too long. A shame because it was fantastic when I opened the other bottle three years ago.

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White

2009 Grgich Hills Chardonnay Napa Valley (view label images)

11/30/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

87 points

Citrusy with an acidic bite at the end

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Red

2010 DNA Vineyards Babble Mendocino County Red Blend (view label images)

11/17/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

82 points

Sweet licorice. A flavor that I know but can't put my finger on it.

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Red

2009 Boeger Winery Zinfandel El Dorado (view label images)

11/17/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

85 points

Very nice. Spicy zin a little tobacco and leather. Very good for 10

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Red

2007 Lazy Creek Vineyards Pinot Noir Anderson Valley (view label images)

11/17/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

88 points

Light delicate fruit. Hearty oak on the back end. Good but not as earthy as some

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Red

2009 Château du Buisson Bordeaux Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

11/17/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Medium tannins. Oaky but not a lot else. A little plummy. Blackberry hints.

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Red

2008 Tribunal Cellars Tribunal Red Wine Sonoma County Red Blend (view label images)

11/10/2012 - Darkcyd2332 wrote:

84 points

Earthy dry. Plummy raisin fruit. Pretty good.

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