Maule Valley, Central Valley

Didier Dagueneau

Pur Sang Pouilly-Fumé Sauvignon Blanc 2012

Clearly a Sauvignon Blanc, which isn’t always a positive note for me, but the 12’ Pur Sang radiated such energy and clarity that made it impossible to not fall in love with. Aromas of pineapple, lemon, gooseberry, and fragrant white florals intertwined with subtle vanilla. On the palate, a delicate fruit sweetness was perfectly counterbalanced by herbal nuances and piercing, superb acidity, along with a crystalline texture and mineral backbone. Wicked wine as it is now, but it could easily spend more time on its side. — 7 days ago

Jan, Tom and 10 others liked this

Gnarly Head

1924 Limited Edition Double Black Lodi Red Blend

Excellent wine for the price. Almost has a sutle Merlot taste but without the oaky finish. — 14 days ago

Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy

Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

Light, crisp, clean - un Oaked — 10 days ago

Janet Steward
with Janet
Jennifer liked this

Alban Vineyards

Reva Alban Estate Vineyard Syrah 2003

Celebrating my baby girl’s 21st with an amazing bottle. A bit sweet to start but as it opened up it evolved through the night and was utterly amazing. The 10 is for my daughter but the wine is a solid 9.7. Decanted for an hour — 9 days ago

Shay, Daniel and 5 others liked this

Michael David Winery

Freakshow The Strongest Man on Earth Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon

Rich jammy flavor. Good finish. I really enjoyed this wine. Very good value for the price. — 8 days ago

Predator

Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel 2020

Slight spice, bold, juicy — 4 days ago

Pine Ridge Vineyards

Clarksburg Chenin Blanc + Viognier Blend 2022

Delicious one that went really well with chicken and vegetables  — 12 days ago

Sharon, Karyn and 1 other liked this

Michael David Winery

Petite Petit Lodi Petite Sirah Petit Verdot 2021

Ming L
9.0

Dismissed by many as too jammy or too ripe, I’ve always thought this is the fun bottling. This ‘21 is no exception. Beneath the slightly over extracted ripe dark fruits lies quite complex aromas and flavors of figs, sweet spices, dark chocolate, smoke meat, and hint of balsamic. Rich palate but not overbearing. In a good vintage like ‘21, this can benefit for 5-8 years of bottle age.
My guilty pleasure.
— 12 days ago

Tom and Bob liked this

Concha y Toro

Reserva Casillero del Diablo Carménère 2021

Good right out the bottle and stayed that way for a couple of days. What a nice grape! Very underrated. Medium body with a bit of spice. Sweet with a balanced tannin. Day 2 showed more acidity which improved it further. Excellent vino. — a month ago