3/25/2023 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

Disappointing

1/27/2023 - GrigelNolla wrote:

Damp beach towel

6/11/2022 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Beautiful fruit and tannin, much better than the last one I opened which was all funk. Probably just a difference in storing conditions. Saved the best for last!

5/28/2022 - GrigelNolla wrote:

I was really looking forward to opening this, but it was pure sherry. A little bit raisiny but just gross. Down the drain after one sip :(

3/19/2022 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Phenomenal left bank Bordeaux. Drinking well now and will be for years to come. Wish I had opened and left it to decant earlier, as it opened up immensely over a few hours. We finished most of it off very quick though.

12/25/2021 - GrigelNolla wrote:

Not very impressive for the cost from LCBO

8/31/2021 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

Nothing to write home about. A bit of graphite and green pepper off the cab franc. Overpriced from the LCBO though in my opinion

6/26/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

It's not bad at all for $15 CAD. A little tart. Lemon-lime long finish.
Might have been disappointed if I had paid $5 more, but for what it is it's a nice easy drinking approachable white to pop open at any time.

6/6/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Woody complexure, oak but well complemented and especially smooth. Slight hint of some graphite. Just delicious and quite good right now QPR

5/21/2021 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

I didn't hate it, but I'd never buy it again

4/24/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Nothing super impressive at this point. I'll revisit in about 3-4 years. Appley, with a little yeast, baking spice and just a premonition of some oxidization. Silky smooth though as I would hope for a real champagne.

4/17/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Really killer wine. Good now and for several years to come. I wish I had more.

4/1/2021 - GrigelNolla wrote:

This one tastes like it will be good in 5 years or so. It will be interesting to try the '07 I've got

3/20/2021 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

Tastes like some failed homemade batch. Unfortunately. A hint of Kalamata olives, but otherwise just unpalatable really

3/5/2021 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

Bubblegum, floral. Really not too complex or interesting

2/26/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Matchstick and rubber on the nose. Plum and spice. Excellent minerality. Hints of wet wood and seashells. Very smooth and delicious wine all around

2/6/2021 - GrigelNolla Does not like this wine:

Nothing to write home about. Disappointingly bland for a CC, especially with the name Antinori on it (albeit in small writing).
Some strong cranberry on the nose and palate. Fine for groups with a less sophisticated palate .There are other Chianti's and reds for less that you could open for these folks though.

1/30/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Better after being open 24 hours. Great value for the money.
Blackberries, cassis and plum. Great with a spaghetti dinner

1/9/2021 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

I thoroughly enjoyed this wine with a beef Bourgognon inspired dish. It was a little zinny like a mid-range primitivo. More depth though. Fruit, especially cranberry with some cherry. It was sweeter than I was expecting. Decanted for 5 hours or so before.

12/30/2020 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Excellent house white.

12/25/2020 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Some oxidization with hints of toasted brioche. Very mild vanillin/American oak taste. Apricot and pineapple. Delicious and a lovely finish.

11/27/2020 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Blackberry jam, cassis. Purple flowers. Very nice

10/15/2020 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Delicious dark berry, cherry, (nibs?) A little leather polish. Wish I had more bottles. Definitely has more years

10/2/2020 - GrigelNolla Likes this wine:

Delicious dark fruit, plum, black caps. Gentle tannin

9/22/2020 - GrigelNolla wrote:

Not super impressive. Lychee fruit. Gave away second bottle as a gift to a couple who drink girls night out generally