Dave

9.4

The mocha is strong with this one. So is the mint. Let's call it a York Peppermint Patty.
Listening to Tripping Daisy. Was never a fan, but they killed it last night and I got to chat up the singer. Their music would be better with Gamay. — 4 hours ago

Dave

9.0

Fruity and refreshing on a hot July day.
Listening to Nada Surf. — 3 days ago

Dave

8.9

This is pretty run-of
-the-mill Abruzzo. Chewy and pleasant. I've got 3 bottles and will probably drink the others when I'm grilling.
Listening to Whitney Houston 😢 — 5 days ago

Dave

9.2

I broke down and joined Costco today. This is a solid Giggy. Light texture and very pleasing outside at the fire pit. Took the photo inside.

Listening to Billie Holiday and she's breaking my heart. — 7 days ago

Dave

9.5

I love this wine; I put it up against any of my Napa faves. The cork on this bottle was dried out, but we survived. Great, sublime purple fruit. It's blueberry pie, plum and blackberry, with lively tannins. Well balanced and will probably peak in 3 years. Will see if I have the patience to wait on my last bottle.
Listening to Fountains of Wayne and reminiscing about the amazing performance they put on last night 😍 — 5 hours ago

Dave

8.5

I don't really get this style of Pinot Noir. So heavy handed with such a delicate grape. Overly oaked and spicy. Give me burgundy!
Listening to REM. — 4 days ago

Dave

9.2

Having this with a mishmash meal consisting of burgers on the grill and caprese 🤷‍♂️ but, it tastes just great!
Listening to Thelonious Monk. — 6 days ago

Dave

8.7

I thought I had an off bottle until I read a few other reviews. This wine is supremely acidic, overwhelming all flavors. The nose is just fine, but the taste is very acidic and alcohol-y. Is it still too young?
Listening to Everclear.
Update: 22 hours later this wine is behaving much better. Chill out, Chapelle! — a day ago

Dave

9.3

This is hitting the spot on a hot summer night. Crisp, with aromas of melon and honey. Not at all dry like other reviewers mentioned; it's just very bright and acidic. But, the flavors are sweet and tropical. 10% alcohol.
Listening to Fountains of Wayne 🤘 — 4 days ago

Dave

9.2

"La Val" is Spanish for "The Val." And we are drinking La Val with our friend Val. So, it's all coming together.
Listening to Ella Fitzgerald. — 6 days ago