I like it, sort of, but I'm not going to give it a score. Purchased a case of this a few weeks ago, based upon reviews and the history of the source. It's not my favorite, which is not to say I dislike it. It's definitely Burgundian in taste profile, not Cali big and fruity. Even then, it doesn't have that lovely "barnyard funk" of really good burgundies. It's just not all there. Perhaps it's simply tight as a result of being a relatively recent vintage (2022). Gonna wait on the next bottle. Guests concurred with me that there's something missing.
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I agree with most of the earlier comments. At the heavily discounted price we paid ($39.00 per bottle, which includes tax and shipping), this has a stellar QPR and is punching way above its weight. If you like big Napa cabs with tobacco and leather and a nice backbone of some lingering tannins, this might be for you. Went great with the midwestern prime filets and caesar salad, but was also enjoyable just to sip.
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2017 Sojourn Pinot Noir Riddle Vineyard
4/1/2024 - kennyd wrote: 97 Points
Stunning! See my 2/11/23 review. No change, indeed, perhaps better. Well done, Sojourn
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2022 Ernest Vineyards Pinot Noir
3/23/2024 - kennyd Likes this wine:
I like it, sort of, but I'm not going to give it a score. Purchased a case of this a few weeks ago, based upon reviews and the history of the source. It's not my favorite, which is not to say I dislike it. It's definitely Burgundian in taste profile, not Cali big and fruity. Even then, it doesn't have that lovely "barnyard funk" of really good burgundies. It's just not all there. Perhaps it's simply tight as a result of being a relatively recent vintage (2022). Gonna wait on the next bottle. Guests concurred with me that there's something missing.
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2018 Black Stallion Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Release
3/23/2024 - kennyd Likes this wine: 91 Points
I agree with most of the earlier comments. At the heavily discounted price we paid ($39.00 per bottle, which includes tax and shipping), this has a stellar QPR and is punching way above its weight. If you like big Napa cabs with tobacco and leather and a nice backbone of some lingering tannins, this might be for you. Went great with the midwestern prime filets and caesar salad, but was also enjoyable just to sip.
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