Sunday, April 3, 2016 - Discovered this wine with the 1997 vintage and have not been disappointed with any bottle/vintage. Classic Rombauer with spicy oak, tropical flavors and a smooth creamy finish. yum!
5/24/2016 8:36:00 PM - Greetings-A lot of times this wine does not get good scores and I don't understand it. It may be the way it is served. I take the bottle out of the refrigerator, pour a small glass for breathing room and let the bottle sit for 30 minutes. Wow does it blossom. Your thoughts?
5/26/2016 11:54:00 AM - I agree that your technique is ideal. Unfortunately, most people just pop and pour and it never gets the chance to "blossom" and get to the proper temperature, too. If its too cold, you cant taste it!
5/26/2016 12:44:00 PM - Right-what a waste. And I hate it when restaurants serve it ice cold. Then they wonder why I pour myself a small serving and cup the glass. :)
Comment posted by vintage1949:
5/24/2016 8:36:00 PM - Greetings-A lot of times this wine does not get good scores and I don't understand it. It may be the way it is served. I take the bottle out of the refrigerator, pour a small glass for breathing room and let the bottle sit for 30 minutes. Wow does it blossom. Your thoughts?
Comment posted by Thebigbaby:
5/26/2016 11:54:00 AM - I agree that your technique is ideal. Unfortunately, most people just pop and pour and it never gets the chance to "blossom" and get to the proper temperature, too. If its too cold, you cant taste it!
Comment posted by vintage1949:
5/26/2016 12:44:00 PM - Right-what a waste. And I hate it when restaurants serve it ice cold. Then they wonder why I pour myself a small serving and cup the glass. :)