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2015 Xavier Gerard Côte-Rôtie La Landonne Syrah

2/15/2020 - B Paul wrote:

Decanted and then followed over the course of the evening. A big wine with lots of everything but all in balance. Really concentrated fruit but still very lively. Pure. Best after several hours in the decanter. I won’t plan to open another for some time.

B Paul commented:

3/26/24, 8:10 PM - SARED, not sure, but may be time to check back in.

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2021 Thomas Pinot Noir Dundee Hills

12/28/2023 - B Paul wrote:

Wanted to take an early look at this, and am glad I did. Cherry, earthy notes. Very silky. I’ve been buying these since the 2007 vintage, and at this stage this 2021 is one of the best I’ve had. Excellent.

B Paul commented:

12/30/23, 9:26 AM - I’ve had the ‘08 relatively recently. It’s drinking very well.

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2009 Domaine de Chevalier Pessac-Léognan Red Bordeaux Blend

12/11/2020 - B Paul wrote:

There's a good bit of oak here, more so than I'd prefer. Aside from that the wine is nice with pure fruit and good texture. If I had another bottle I'd hold for a bit to see if the oak will integrate further.

B Paul commented:

12/13/20, 1:38 PM - I did not decant as we had over two nights, but I think the wine would benefit from a decant right now.

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2017 Maison Leroy Bourgogne Blanc Chardonnay

5/13/2020 - B Paul wrote:

This is a nice enough wine, but for me there are much better options at the price point. Lacks a bit in the energy and complexity departments.

B Paul commented:

7/23/20, 4:22 PM - chicagowino, at the Bourgogne level, I like Roulot, Boisson-Vadot, Leflaive, PYCM and Ramonet (there may be others I'm forgetting) better. Even beyond the Bourgogne level, at the price I'd take a Lamy St. Aubin 1er or something like a Ramonet Chassagne.

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2012 Rhys Pinot Noir Alpine Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains

6/6/2019 - B Paul wrote:

This was quite good with pure fruit and a touch of sweetness. This has evolved faster than expected since my last bottle and fast by Rhys standards. I’d say is firmly in the drinking window, and while I don’t see this falling off in the immediate future, I also don’t see much upside to further aging.

B Paul commented:

6/29/19, 8:01 AM - I don’t think there’s any risk of this falling off in the immediate future, just don’t see enough structure such that there is much upside to further aging.

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2012 Clos Rougeard (Foucault) Saumur-Champigny Cabernet Franc

3/10/2018 - B Paul wrote:

Followed over 3 hours or so. Green notes initially dominated the nose, but over time everything came together to reveal a beautiful wine. A very pretty wine that is in perfect balance. I agree with another taster that said this has Cab Franc aromas but with a Burgundy-like palate and weightlessness. I liked this more than I expected/wanted to... Wish I had more. Drinking well now but will no doubt age well.

B Paul commented:

4/7/18, 6:38 AM - TheLittleHorse, this was my first time having a wine from this producer, so I can't comment on changes in style. I can only say I like whatever style this 2012 was as I thought the wine was fantastic.

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2007 Maybach Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Materium Oakville

6/11/2016 - B Paul wrote:

95 points

My last bottle of this and sad about that. A great wine, and this bottle is finally starting to show some age (in a good way). Drinking well now.

B Paul commented:

6/12/16, 8:09 AM - BuzzzzOff, I think in a cold cellar it could definitely go another 10 years.

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2012 True Believer Wines Red Wine California Grenache Blend, Grenache

2/10/2016 - B Paul wrote:

95 points

First time trying this. Very high quality, and in a different (not better or worse, just different) style than expected. Given that it was recommended by SQN, I was thinking they might be very similarly styled, but this is lighter, more tannic and seems like it will need more time to show its full potential.

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3/31/16, 11:02 AM - arthrovine, I did not prepare, but doing so in one way or another would be advised. If I were going to open another now, I'd give it a good decant.

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2013 Maybach Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Materium Oakville

2/10/2016 - B Paul wrote:

flawed

Was excited to try this so opened a half bottle shortly after arrival. Unfortunately it was very badly corked (could tell as soon as cork was pulled!).

B Paul commented:

2/10/16, 8:44 PM - I wouldn't worry about it. Corked bottles are inevitable and, should you get one, Maybach's customer service is first class.

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2011 Turley Zinfandel Rattlesnake Ridge Howell Mountain

7/11/2013 - Mike Dildine Likes this wine:

94 points

Red and black fruit, superior depth, focus and concentration. Outstanding!

B Paul commented:

7/11/13, 6:54 PM - The Turleys from 2011 seem to really be something. Looking forward to trying this one.

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2008 Anthill Farms Pinot Noir Peters Vineyard Sonoma Coast

5/7/2010 - sehill Likes this wine:

92 points

Opened and poured, this wine showed wonderful aromatics of red cherry, cinnamon, cranberry, tea leaf and earth notes. The color is a light to medium ruby that is vibrant and youthful. The medium bodied palate shows outstanding balance and finishes with some tart acidity and subtle tannins. The is a wine of elegance and grace. The wine shows well now. In comparison to the recently tasted 2008 Anthill Farms Tina Marie, this is perhaps not as complete or seductive. This should benefit from a year or two of additional bottle age.

B Paul commented:

5/11/10, 2:39 PM - I saw you've posted a note on both the '08 Peters and the '08 TM - which is in a better spot right now (i.e., which one should I pop?)? Thanks.

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2007 Kanzler Vineyards Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

3/15/2010 - B Paul wrote:

92 points

Very well made, but very big and bold for a Pinot. Lots of ripe fruit with cherry, raspberry and cola. A little high-toned to personally rate higher but fans of this style should really love this.

B Paul commented:

3/16/10, 1:43 PM - I have not had the KB Kanzler, although I have had other KB bottlings and I enjoy them. The KB's I've had seem to be similar in style to this Kanzler.

Kutch is another winery that makes a very good, albeit differently styled, Kanzler bottling.

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