Tasting Notes for mattdathan

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2009 Château La Tour de Mons Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

11/3/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

Still drinking wonderfully

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Red

2017 L'Aventure Côte-à-Côte Estate Paso Robles Willow Creek District Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

2/24/2024 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Simply wonderful!

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Red

2010 Clos Solène Harmonie Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

5/20/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Stunning

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Red

2015 Tablas Creek Tannat Paso Robles Adelaida District (view label images)

6/23/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

91 points

So smooth with age

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2014 Booker Vineyard Grenache The Ripper Paso Robles (view label images)

6/11/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

omg!

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Red

2014 Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles (view label images)

6/11/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

91 points

Aged beautifully - ready to drink now.

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Red

2016 Denner Mother of Exiles Paso Robles Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

7/22/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Amazing

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White

2012 DuMOL Chardonnay Chloe Russian River Valley (view label images)

8/26/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Simply wonderful!

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Red

2015 DuMOL Pinot Noir Eoin Sonoma Stage Vineyard Sonoma Coast (view label images)

8/26/2023 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Simply wonderful!

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White - Sparkling

2005 Schramsberg Vineyards J. Schram North Coast Champagne Blend (view label images)

11/24/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Superb champagne! At almost 20 years old, this was a delight.

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Red

2013 DuMOL Pinot Noir Ryan Widdoes Vineyard Russian River Valley (view label images)

11/24/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Perfect Thanksgiving wine!

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Red

2014 TH Estate Wines Syrah The Hedge Paso Robles (view label images)

9/29/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Stunning!

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Rosé

2018 L'Aventure Estate Rosé Paso Robles Rosé Blend (view label images)

8/20/2022 - mattdathan wrote:

94 points

Beautifully aged, rich and smooth

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Red

2017 Clos Solène Harmonie Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

2/19/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Another stunner from Guillaume!

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White

2013 L'Aventure Estate Cuvee Blanc Paso Robles White Rhone Blend (view label images)

2/5/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Stunning (as expected!) - well done Stephan!

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2015 Booker Vineyard Oublie 22 Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

4/1/2022 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

What a stunner - wonderfully smooth, integrated and so well balanced. Elegant finish

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Red

2008 Jacob Toft Tessa's Cuvee Paso Robles Red Blend (view label images)

12/26/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Well done, Jacob, another great wine!

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Red

2006 Carmody McKnight Cadenza Paso Robles Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

12/18/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

90 points

Well, this was a total surprise - I expected this to be over-aged but not at all. It still has elegance and smoothness which was very pleasant to drink. Not much life left so drink these now and enjoy!

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Red

2015 Tablas Creek En Gobelet Paso Robles Adelaida District Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

12/10/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Surprisingly elegant and smooth. Lovely wine

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2010 L'Aventure Petit Verdot Le Grand Verdot Estate Paso Robles (view label images)

11/5/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

What a stunner!

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Red

2014 Jacob Toft Mary Jane's Cuvee Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

12/26/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Classic Jacob T...so powerful yet smooth and balanced. Lovely lingering finish.

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Red

2015 Epoch Estate Wines Tempranillo Paso Robles Willow Creek District (view label images)

11/19/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Simply awesome - wonderful wine!

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White - Sparkling

2008 Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Brut Millésimé Champagne Blend (view label images)

12/25/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Perfect for Christmas morning!

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Red

2015 Law Estate Wines Beguiling Paso Robles Adelaida District Grenache Blend, Grenache (view label images)

12/26/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Wonderful wine!

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White - Sparkling

2008 Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brut Vintage Champagne Blend (view label images)

12/25/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Perfect for Christmas morning!

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Red

2006 Carmody McKnight Cabernet Franc Motif Cheval Rouge Paso Robles (view label images)

12/3/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

Has held up remarkably well. Was soft, smooth and still very alive. Clearly needs to be drunk now, but still a lovely wine

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2015 Law Estate Wines Audacious Paso Robles Red Blend (view label images)

12/26/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Perfect with prime rib roast!

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2005 Carmody McKnight Cadenza Paso Robles Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

11/27/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

88 points

Held up remarkably well considering its age. Still has balance and some structure, but definitely needs to be drunk now.

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Red

2010 Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles (view label images)

11/19/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

89 points

Soft and gentle - fading but still very drinkable

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Red

2009 Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Paso Robles Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

10/16/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Beautifully aged.

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2012 Booker Vineyard Oublie Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

9/23/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Beautifully aged wine - delicate and light with age, but still well balanced and so smooth

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White

2015 DuMOL Chardonnay Isobel Charles Heintz Vineyard Sonoma Coast (view label images)

7/21/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Delicious!

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Red

2014 L'Aventure Cuvée "Les Demoiselles" Paso Robles Willow Creek District Mourvèdre Blend, Mourvèdre (view label images)

7/24/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Another one of Stefan's stunners!

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2011 Sullivan Vineyards Merlot Estate Rutherford (view label images)

8/19/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Beautifully aged. Lots of savory, earthy notes but still fruit freshness. Hints of caramel and chocolate too on the finish.

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Rosé

2017 Clos Solène La Rose Paso Robles Rosé Blend (view label images)

7/30/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

Such power, such finesse, such balance!

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Red

2005 La Rioja Alta Rioja Gran Reserva 904 Tempranillo Blend, Tempranillo (view label images)

8/4/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

What a wonderful pairing for home made paella. Very smooth and elegant. Aging beautifully

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2013 L'Aventure Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Paso Robles (view label images)

6/13/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Holy cow, this is just stunning especially when paired with steak. Beautifully aged - flavors so well integrated and such a silky, strong backbone.

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Red

2013 Castellare di Castellina Poggio ai Merli Toscana IGT Merlot (view label images)

7/14/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Drank with roast duck leg - the merlot was THE perfect match for the fatty juices and meat! Cherry notes and acidity balanced so well.

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Red

2014 Tablas Creek Syrah Paso Robles Adelaida District (view label images)

6/6/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

Aged so well - drinking great

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Red

2016 TH Estate Wines Grenache Skins Paso Robles Willow Creek District (view label images)

6/26/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

This is why I love grenache so much!

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White

2016 François Gaunoux Meursault 1er Cru Gouttes d'Or Chardonnay (view label images)

7/14/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

Robust yet with great finesse. Very elegant burgundy.

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Red

2007 Terry Hoage Vineyards Grenache-Syrah The 46 Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

7/4/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

93 points

After 14 years resting in a magnum, this wine emerged ready to delight. This is drinking perfectly now - smooth as silk and still holding up well. Had with brisket - perfect match!

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Rosé

2013 L'Aventure Estate Rosé Paso Robles Rosé Blend (view label images)

7/4/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

8 years old and still drinking beautifully. Could last another year or two easily with its solid structure

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White

2009 Clos Solène Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles (view label images)

6/5/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

Needs to be drunk now. Still all there, but showing its age.

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White

2011 Clos Solène Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles (view label images)

6/20/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Another stunner from Guillaume! Simply wonderful to sip on its own - long, balanced and elegant.

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Red

2016 Booker Vineyard Fulldraw 22 Paso Robles Red Rhone Blend (view label images)

7/1/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

94 points

What a stunner! Smooth as silk, but wonderfully powerful and elegant

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White

2007 Tablas Creek Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc Paso Robles White Rhone Blend (view label images)

5/29/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

92 points

Nectar!

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2009 Château Le Gay Pomerol Red Bordeaux Blend (view label images)

6/12/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

95 points

Stunning - perfect with steak. Long, elegant, balanced

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Red

2007 Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Paso Robles (view label images)

7/9/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

91 points

Smooth and balanced - beautifully aged, though needs to be drunk now.

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2013 Tablas Creek Tannat Paso Robles Adelaida District (view label images)

5/23/2021 - mattdathan Likes this wine:

90 points

Still drinking well.

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