Equilibrio
9 Monastrell 2013
I had the 2016 at 3 years. A very sensible quaffer for the backyard barbecue. Rustic in style,as most Monastrells are from Jumilla. Dark and smoky,lots of generous fruit. Little length or midpalate,but good bang for the buck at only $15. — 6 years ago
Renwood Winery
Premier Amador County Old Vine Zinfandel
Bordering on decadence. Rich dark fruit. Lots of varietal character. High alcohol not readily apparent. — 9 years ago
Ferraton Père & Fils
Samorëns Côtes du Rhône White Rhone Blend 2015
Quite ordinary from this esteemed house. Some garrigue,herbs and dark fruits but little intensity or length. I was expecting more . Wouldn't buy this again. — 5 years ago
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé
Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Musigny Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2001
Hugely disappointing. Thin and hollow and yet did not seem faulty in any way. Just a limpid concoction of cranberry,beet and cherry juices. I can't imagine anyone ordering this in a restaurant if given the chance to taste first. — 6 years ago
Montes
Montes Alpha Aconcagua Coast Pinot Noir 2016
Is there a better value for Pinot Noir anywhere on earth? Please tell me if you find it. This is $20 and while it doesn't pretend to be a great wine,is very solid and varietally correct. Aromas of cherry,strawberry and a little vanilla. Very soft,smooth and velvety on entry,this is all,or more,than you should expect from a $20 Pinot. Go get some if you can find it. Montes is one of Chile's top producers. — 6 years ago
Domaine Lafage
Centenaire Côtes du Roussillon Vieilles Vignes Grenache Roussanne
Tannic and burly,this wine is consistently good and offers value for money. Great with robust foods like rich stews and cassoulets. Rasperries and blackberries abound. Very food aging potential. This producer delivers year after year. Excellent. — 5 years ago
Château de Nages
Vieilles Vignes Costières-de-Nîmes Red Rhone Blend
Outstanding value here! This wine embarrasses some wines that are several times the price. Gobs of dark fruit and spice. Exotic nose of forest floor,spices and pinecones. I have gone back for more a few times already. From the outstanding 2016 vintage, this is a beauty and is worth buying by the case. At $20,sick value for money! — 6 years ago
Paul Tulikorpi
Not impressed. I usually like wines from Corbieres but this one left me wanting. Bereft of any verve or personality, but good enough for the last bottle of the evening. Drink with rustic fare. — 5 years ago