John Tyler Wines

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John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021

So good. And I don't normally drink Pinot. — a month ago

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Cullen Wines

Kevin John Margaret River Chardonnay 2022

Ming L
9.3

The gentle nose shows bright citrus, yellow peach, dried pear, and hint of crush nuts. On the palate it’s concentrated yet vibrant, with round acidity, spice and orange blossom, balanced by lively mineral drive and a long, lingering finish that meshes power with poise.

It’s bold and expressive, with a dynamic tension and savoury complexity that feels both immediate and age-worthy. At this young age, I like it better than the Art Series.
— 5 months ago

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Rustenberg

John X Merriman Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2007

8/2025. Very nice cab Merlot blend. Nice flavor and finish. Nice on the palate. — 10 months ago

Ted, Robin and 1 other liked this

Tyler

La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018

Couldn’t resist! Old world style new world Pinot. Maritime softness. — 4 years ago

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Tyler

Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

Serious contender for new weekday Pinot — 5 years ago

Shay, Ron and 5 others liked this
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Textured, balanced, great pricing. Wots not to like here…

John Anthony Vineyards

Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Extraordinary. Inky, deep purple color. Intoxicating bouquet. Plums, blackberries, dark cherries, chocolate, and a hint of tobacco. Full mouth feel. Elegant. Complex. A finish with a hint of sweetness. Decant for at least 60 minutes - it’s worth the wait. — 7 years ago

The Ojai Vineyard

John Sebastiano Vineyard Grenache 2023

2023 vintage. Pretty sure this vineyard was dealing with a replanting. Dunno where this offering falls on either side of that. Medium body. Bright cherry and cola right off the bat. Some earthy, durty tones hanging out underneath the bleachers. Some oak influence. Full disclosure: fan of this producer and particular vineyard but not of singled-out Grenache. Likely better in a year or two. 3.16.25. — 3 months ago

Tom, Andrew and 10 others liked this

Tyler

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2022

Excellent for under $30 U.S. Pinot. Just a touch of CA ripeness. — 6 months ago

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John Duval Wines

Entity Barossa Valley Shiraz 2017

A perfect balance between oak and fruit (blackberry) from this Barossa Shiraz. Great winemaking from John Duval who has quite the CV. John was Chief Winemaker at Penfolds from 1986 until 2002 being only the 3rd custodian of Penfolds Grange after Max Schubert (creator of Grange) and Don Ditter. In 2020 this wine received Shiraz of the Year and 99 points from the James Halliday Wine Companion. The product of old vines in the Barossa. Luscious but in balance and overall - delicious. — 8 months ago

Aravind, Shay and 19 others liked this
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John is a very nice guy and an excellent Winemaker. Tasted with him at Taste of Barossa in 2018.

Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey

Montrachet Grand Cru Chardonnay 2020

Comida con mathias y clement colin john kapon y antenor camargo — a year ago

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Tyler

Dierberg Vineyard Block Five Pinot Noir 2018

Deep, dark and lovely texture. — 5 years ago

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John Bookwalter Winery

Protagonist Red Blend 2015

Inky black in the glass with loads of cherry, dark berries and toast. I like the weight of this blend. Very jammy with a nice minerality. I'd definitely recommend and try this again. . — 7 years ago

Shay, P and 2 others liked this

John Duval Wines

Plexus Barossa Valley Shiraz Blend 2010

Rich and full bodied. I decanted it for 4 hours and it was a lot better than the last bottle. Amazing structure after 16 years. Would get more in the future. Nutty and spicy. — 4 months ago

Storm Wines

John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023

Cherry. Earthy. Touch smokey. Touch bitter. Spice. Good but not a burgh like wine despite the low%. but a good effort. A little rough around the edges. — 6 months ago

Scott@Mister and Tom liked this

Nickel & Nickel

John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Black cherry & blackberry with dark fruit, soft tannins and dark cherries in the palate. Paired well with a smoked cheese and spicy ham. — 6 months ago

Gramercy Cellars

John Lewis Walla Walla Valley Syrah 2008

Shay A
9.3

93-94 range

Hard to believe this is a 17yr old WA state Syrah. 100% varietal, all from Les Collines vineyard. 13.9ABV

Sporting a deep purple color even at 17yrs, this feels like it is just now entering prime time. Big aromatics of peppered smoked meats, whole cluster/green herbs, red and blackberry fruits. Floral and balanced with fruit but spices/herbs in the background. Where Cayuse (and all Christophe Baron/Rocks district) wines trend to the savory/sanguine profile (which I enjoy), this balances the dark fruit, smoky/charcoal, savory/spice driven side of Syrah in its typical rustic/feral profile. Nice bridge between cool climate New World Syrah and ripe vintage Cornas. Finish is more vibrant and less requiring of food as the CB wines do.

Followed over three days and shockingly held up. If you have a bottle, open and enjoy but no immediate rush.
— 8 months ago

Joseph, Tom and 19 others liked this

Dragonette Cellars

John Sebastiano Vineyard Grenache 2018

Not sure about it. Mouth feel is good earthy sanguine flavors that I am still processing. — 5 years ago

Tyler

Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay

A light and pleasant for cab drinkers — 7 years ago