9/17/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

I have had several Touraine SBs and this was outstanding. Great balance of flint and mineral notes with touches of tropical fruit. Will certainly try to find more.

7/31/2023 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Felt plain and linear. Was expecting more earth and dimensions from a 1er cru. It was good, just not up to expectations.

7/31/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Drinking amazingly well. Don’t wait too long. Everything in balance. Probably my favorite of KB’s single vineyard offerings.

7/31/2023 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Corked had leaked and had strong VA notes. Nothing like the other bottles which were excellent. Bummer.

7/29/2023 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

The one didn’t resonate for me. While no obvious fault, it had a generally sour note. Tasted with 7 people and all were meh. Wouldn’t put toes back in this pond.

7/10/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Still kicking. Deep straw color but still enjoyable. Paired with spicy Indian food and it was great. A hint of petrol, but stone fruit flavors still present.

7/8/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Good QPR, approachable, with a touch more interesting flavors than your standard Chianti style wine. Will certainly get again. Paired with Caesar salad, pasta, red sauce and meatballs.

7/8/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Solid offering. Really like the elegance and approachability of this wine. Cherry with subtle tea tannins. Decanted about 20min.

6/5/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Solid offering. Decanted around 1 hr and served around 60F. Served to group of 4 and all were please. Reminds me a bit of Nebbiolo from Roero, with a lighter but approachable characteristic. I will try to find more.

3/5/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Amazing Moscato. Not normally my favorite category, but this is done right. Balanced and fruit expressive. Bottle is a silly design, but what is inside will amaze.

1/21/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Wonderful. Great expression of Nebbiolo imho. Decanted for about 30min and served about 65F. Subtle tea tannins, approachable and well integrated. Really like Corregia wines.

1/1/2023 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really beautiful. Full, plush but the green pepper notes hidden within. Amazing with lasagne. Envision a big Loire Cab Franc

11/25/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Amazing. I haven’t had a ton of Puligny Montrachet, but compared to other Chardonnay this was outstanding. Full bodied but still had an amazing acid finish. Stellar.

11/24/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Better than most nouveau. It is what it is. Cheers

11/7/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really enjoyed this wine. Round and rich mouthfeel. Hints of pepper and black fruit.

10/15/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

This was beautiful. Decanted for 15min. Much more concentrated than most from this area. Hint of farm. Really wonderful

10/2/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Drinking very well. Cherry, tobacco, and a touch of leather.

9/29/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Beautiful. Drinking perfectly right now. Cherry and cocoa notes. Wish I had more…

9/3/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Black cherry and cola flavors. Amazingly smooth, probably from the 777 clone dominate blend. Fantastic imho.

8/14/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

While this wine was solid, not sure it deserved the ratings from WE and RP. Old world funk up front and more cherry fruit expression on back end. It was good, just not worth the $ and ratings.

7/29/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really enjoying this wine. Complex. Tart red fruit with subtle hints of pepper. Very versatile for food pairing imho.

7/17/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Still drinking very well. Very fragrant and appealing. Citrus and melon notes. Wish I could find more.

7/9/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Very reasonable QPR. Seems much better than their Chardonnay offering. Tropical and floral notes on the nose. Citrus and melon on the palette. I would do this again.

6/25/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really enjoyed this wine. Black fruit aroma followed by tastes of dried figs. Some olive and herbal notes as well. Amazing QPR and fun wine. Will certainly get again.

6/15/2022 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Amazing flavor and aroma profile. Full on Hatch Green Chili and strong. Would be a hard pairing unless you are steering Mexican and Green Chile is somewhere in the dish.

6/13/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Approachable. Decanted for 2 hrs but honestly didn’t need that much time. I enjoy the subtle tea tannins and cherry flavors. Not the best QPR, but an excellent wine.

6/13/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Amazing clarity and ver approachable. This is a Nebbiolo that you can enjoy young and with a hint of a chill. Cherry and hints of tea tannins but light.

6/12/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Silex soils expression. Flinty and mineral. Very representative of the style imho.

6/12/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Very solid. Sampled with group of 4. 60% Semillion, 35% Sauv Blanc and 5% Muscadelle. Beautiful balance of minerality and fruit. Hints if citrus aromas and grassy flavors.

6/7/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Second bottle with consistent results. Also tried at winery. Balanced fruit to acid. Not so heavy cola flavors as some other producers in the area. Red cherries and touch of almond notes. Paired with Iberico pork shoulder.

6/7/2022 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Too much volatile acidity. Bummed. Muted flavor and strong aromas of acetone

5/16/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Very beautiful. Shared with a few friends and similar opinions. Cherry fruit is the star of the show but the total package is integrated. I’m excited to try their reserve offerings if the basic estate is drinking this well.

5/14/2022 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Just wasn’t into this wine. Muted flavors. Maybe last it’s prime? Served to 5 people and all were meh.

5/7/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Served this to a group of 10. Very well received. Decanted for 1 hr. Integrated tannins and solid minerality. I personally don’t think the structure of this wine is built for the long haul. I would drink in the next 2 years or so personally.

3/29/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Amazing Ruche. For me, ruche is a great zone between Nebbiolo and Chianti. Can pair well with light tomato based dishes. Tart red fruits.

2/27/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really enjoyable. Light, refreshing and lively. A touch heavier than gamay and pure pleasure.

2/24/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Solid Malbec. Lacked complexity as it leaned a bit fruit forward, but enjoyable.

2/19/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Got a few bottles of this on a blind buy. Really impressed. Complex structure for Merlot and very quaffable.

2/19/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Like the balance of tropical fruit and grassiness. Well done.

2/7/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Drinking amazingly well right now. Paired with Filet Mignon, rosemary potatoes and broccoli. Hints of dark cherry and leather notes.

1/16/2022 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Love this wine. Layered and complex. Decanted for about 2hrs. Served at 65F. Prune and cassis notes with leather hints. A powerhouse wine at this price point. Tannins are generous for the partial Cabernet Sauvignon percentage and would pair well with leaner steaks very well (filet, strip, etc.). Fwiw, I feel the 2018 wines from Jumilla might be even a touch better.

1/2/2022 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

Corked :(

12/22/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Decanted for 4 hrs, still could have used a bit more time. Barnyard and smoke aroma still dominate. I like the wine, but an aggressive style.

12/20/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Second bottle, but with this go round I decanted for an hour. Seemed more complex and interesting after the decant, or perhaps inconsistency in bottles?

12/20/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Solid medium bodied red offering from Languedoc. What sets this apart from the multitudes from that area is the producer, pepper finish, and acidity. Great QPR on Bertrand products in general, this is no exception.

12/18/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Very solid sparkling offering from South Africa. Organic and biodynamically farmed. Lees contact shows a smooth finish, and while dry, it’s not overwhelming. Would easily put this up against the hordes of mid ranged Champagne. Fantastic.

12/18/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Full bodied white from Napa using Italian varietals. Grassy and thick, reminds me of Roussanne. Enjoyed the wine, but expect full bodied whote. Not sure I agree with the press on this one, especially at this price. I think it got 96 from Enthusiast.

12/16/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Really enjoying this right now. Paired with a spicy beef and broccoli. Hints of gun oil on the nose, but pear and apricots on the palate. Great value.

12/13/2021 - ScubaSommelier Likes this wine:

Solid Willamette Pinot Noir. Raspberry and tart cherry. Herbal and flower notes. Peppy acidity is and well integrated tannins due to partial whole cluster press. Very solid.

12/5/2021 - ScubaSommelier wrote:

No faults detected. This wine felt muted without much expression. I am normally a Perrin Fan, but this missed the mark for me. Served with Mongolian beef and chicken fried rice, perhaps the pairing was off.