Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin
Valmur Chablis Grand Cru Chardonnay
Wow wow wow this wine is incredible. We had it with Szechuan takeout and it is the perfect balance to that spice. Crisp, green-yellow apple. — 6 years ago
Finca Sobreño
Crianza Toro Tempranillo
Tempranillo from north central Toro region in the Duero river valley. Area endures sweltering summers to produce rich and tannic wines with black fruit and scorched earthiness. "Crianza" classification ensures it is aged 24 months with at least 6 in the barrel. DOP tier is highest quality, with VP, DOQ, and DO like this particular wine. Spain's top variety. - Wine Folly. Bright nose of cherry, nice high acidity without being tart, brief tannin, medium to light body and stone like dusty bittersweet chocolate long finish. Shines through with the spaghetti sauce but doesn't get in the way. Decanted 50 minutes. — 6 years ago
Joseph Drouhin
Côte de Nuits-Villages Pinot Noir 2017
2017. Nose is initially medicinal cherry, middle is hibiscus/rose, hint of cigarette at end. Nice light body, very delicate. Salty/briny initially and a hint of sweetness at the end for balance. Would pair with seafood, squash, or anything that won't disrupt the delicate flavors coming through. — 5 years ago
Drappier
Carte D'Or Champagne Blend
Sweeter side but nice crisp acidity. Would be a good gift. Went well with our homemade pizzas, lol. — 6 years ago
Andrew Will
Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Andrew will cellars vashon Washington 2016 cabernet. Deep purple color. Nose: Kalamata olives, raisin, stewed tomatoes and black currant, pepper, thyme. Taste: definitely needs an hour of decanting. Very tannic and a bit more dryness rather than the depth of berry and plum fruitiness I typically get on a cab. All high notes mostly. Sour cherry and sour plum. Could use a few years in the cellar. — 6 years ago
Georges Dubœuf
Morgon Beaujolais Gamay
This 2017 may have a fault of some kind because it was quite volatile (acidic/tannin). Will try again another time. — 6 years ago
Michael David Winery (Michael & David Phillips)
Symphony
Really like this 2017 wine, especially at the $15 price point. Higher acidity balanced by light milk chocolate and apple/berry fruit notes. Not too tannic. — 6 years ago
Lauren Keating
Buttery oak surprised us, didn't fit with szechuan food the way some white burgundies do. Pretty sweet, tart, fruity with full juicy mouthfeel. Best to pair with something else, or drink on its own. — 5 years ago