Ming L

8.9

Tasted a 100% Marsanne from the producer not long ago, and it’s good to taste a 100% Roussanne bottling.
Nose is more aromatic than Marsanne with apricot, honeysuckle, beeswax, green mango with grassy undertone. Interestingly there is also a very light petrol note just like the Marssane. Medium body with bright citrus acidity. Alcohol feels a bit elevated even if it’s only 12.5% abv. Finish is clean wth decent length. Quite nice overall. — 2 days ago

Ming L

9.5

2011 is a wet vintage for Napa, but in the capable hands of top producers, it delivers a fresher, more classically styled bottling. This Prichard Hill is a great example.
The nose offers blackcurrant, violets, and graphite, with subtle hints of cedar and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is firmly structured, with fresh dark fruits, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Long mineral-driven finish. While not as deep and opulent as warmer years, it’s refined and elegant.
A good 8-10 years drinking window ahead — a month ago

Ming L

9.3

Compared to the ‘16 and ‘18, this is a bit more spicy and less meaty, with the same dark ripe fruit core.
As with other reserve bottling, this is easily a 15-20 year wine but so delicious now. — a month ago

Ming L

9.1

Just like the ‘17 bottling, this is a robust, structured red with deep black fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. Started off with light barnyard, the Tannat delivers dense plum and licorice, supported by Cabernet Sauvignon’s cassis and Cabernet Franc’s herbal lift. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity promise another 8-10 years aging potential.
Such a great value!

— 5 days ago

Ming L

9.3

This 25-year old really is a testament to the power and longevity of Tannat.

A bouquet of stewed blackberries, dried figs, and prunes mingling with tobacco leaf, leather, and hint of barnyard. subtle waft of black dark cocoa as well. On the palate the bold structure remains mostly intact. Bright acidity adds intensity. The finish is long, candied and savory. — a month ago

Ming L

9.4

An elegant bouquet of dried violets, blackcurrant, and tobacco, with hints of cedar and earth. The palate is rich yet polished, with some fresh cherry notes still lingering around. The tannins have softened into a velvety texture. Subtle spice and leather emerge on the long, harmonious finish.
Don’t get to drink well aged Super Tuscan often. This is a beautiful expression of Cab Franc led blends at its peak. — a month ago

Ming L

9.5

The nose opens with vibrant citrus zest, white peach, and chalky minerality, followed by subtle hints of toasted brioche and honeyed almond. On the palate, the wine is taut and layered, balancing ripe orchard fruit with racy acidity - so electric yet self-assured. Fine elegant mousse and long saline finish.

From the tiny 1-hectare walled vineyard, this is everything I look for in a great Blanc de Blanc, and more! 3 g/L dosage. Disgorged 05/2022. Bottle 336/7545. — a month ago

Ming L

8.7

Lovely aromatic nose of peach, melon, lime, hint of star fruit and white floral. Light flavor but clean and crisp. Another solid mass market bottling from the producer. — 8 days ago

Ming L

9.0

Clean, refreshing, robust, and precise. Very consistent. Hits the spot. — 22 days ago

Ming L

9.4

Visited the winery several years back. As good as their PN and Chard are, this is the bottle I brought home.

Deep crimson with a lifted bouquet of blackcurrant, red cherry, graphite, and cedar. Medium body with great texture, the depth and the purity of the fruits on the palate is really impressive. Fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity drive a long, elegant finish. Masterful in precision, structure, and refinement. — a month ago