"Wine Bordeauxphilia" meeting (at Adina's)

Tasted Wednesday, June 3, 2026 by Yagil with 36 views

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  • 2024 Zimbalista Vino Dariolino 90 Points

    Israel, Samson

    a vibrant and aromatic Israeli blend that beautifully marries the exotic, floral perfume of Gewurztraminer with the crisp, zesty drive of Sauvignon Blanc. The nose bursts with lychee, white peach, and fresh lemongrass. On the palate, it strikes a brilliant balance: lush, tropical fruit sweetness is immediately refreshed by a clean, racy acidity and a touch of citrus zest. Light to medium-bodied, it offers a beautifully dry, crisp, and refreshing finish. An ideal, elegant partner for spicy Asian cuisine, sushi, or fresh goat cheese.

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  • 2017 Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir Te Wahi 91 Points

    New Zealand, South Island, Otago, Central Otago

    a masterful expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir, showing beautiful evolution. It opens with an intense, brooding nose of dark cherries, wild bramble, and damson plum, layered with complex notes of dried thyme, smoky game, and forest floor. On the palate, it is structural yet elegant; the cool vintage delivers vibrant acidity and a firm, fine-grained tannin weave that coats the mouth. A core of rich, savory dark fruit leads to a long, mineral-driven finish. Decant for an hour to let its full aromatic depth unfold.

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  • 2016 Château Cos d'Estournel 95 Points

    France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Saint-Estèphe

    an opaque, ink-like purple-black, bursting with breathtaking aromas of crème de cassis, wild blueberries, violets, and graphite, layered with exotic spices and dark chocolate. On the palate, it exhibits monumental power balanced by absolute precision. The texture is pure silk, with refined, pixelated tannins and a vibrant core of acidity. Massively concentrated yet extraordinarily fresh, it concludes with a persistent, mineral-driven finish. A monumental vintage for Cos. Pure perfection.
    BUT - drink after 2035, unless you decant for 2-3 hours.

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  • 2010 Château Trotanoy 95 Points

    France, Bordeaux, Libournais, Pomerol

    opaque, inky ruby. The nose is a complex, brooding symphony of black cherries, dark chocolate, truffles, and crushed stones, layered with hints of iron and licorice.
    On the palate, it is full-bodied and massively concentrated, yet remarkably precise. The tannins are iron-fisted but wrapped in a velvety texture, balanced by a vibrant mineral spine. The finish is endless and monumental. An absolute powerhouse with decades ahead.

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  • 2005 Vieux Château Certan 94 Points

    France, Bordeaux, Libournais, Pomerol

    Silky, refined, and intellectual, it reveals a breathtaking bouquet of black cherries, violets, truffle, and shaved dark chocolate, layered with subtle hints of exotic spices and cedar. On the palate, it strikes a sublime balance between structural power and effortless elegance. The tannins are velvety and seamlessly woven into a dense, full-bodied frame, lifted by vibrant acidity. Pristine, complex, and incredibly long, this legendary Right Bank Pomerol is hitting its peak but will effortlessly cellar for decades. Unforgettable.

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  • 2008 Les Vins de Vienne Côte-Rôtie Les Essartailles 90 Points

    France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Côte-Rôtie

    Medium ruby with a brick rim, the nose is highly expressive and savory, bursting with smoked meat, black pepper, tapenade, and dried violets over a core of red currants. On the palate, the cool 2013-like acidity keeps it vibrant, while the once-firm tannins are now fully integrated and silky. Leaner than warmer vintages, it excels in terroir precision and structural elegance. Peak drinking window is now—perfect for a blind tasting.

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  • 2013 La Spinetta (Rivetti) Barbaresco Vürsù Vigneto Starderi 93 Points

    Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco

    opens with a stunning nose of dark cherries, rose petals, licorice, and a distinct touch of leather and tar. On the palate, it’s broad and muscular yet impeccably balanced, showcasing La Spinetta’s signature precision. The tannins are firm and finely chiseled, framed by a vibrant acidity that cuts through the rich fruit. It closes with a long, savory, and balsamic finish. A Barbaresco with Barolo-like structure, drinking beautifully now after decanting but built for the long haul.
    Requires 6-8 hours of air.

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