A. De Fussigny Collection

Wines of Substance, LLC

Me Vineyard Collection Northridge Vineyard Merlot 2013

This is nicely done. A bit on the “in your face” side, it’s got loads of rich, plummy Merlot fruit, a fair whack of French oak, and loamy earth notes. Rich, darkly fruity, a bit chocolatey in the mouth. Still a fair amount of soft, side-of-the-mouth-clingy tannin left. More youthful than its 12-year age. 15% alcohol. I prefer a slightly more reserved style, but this is impressive in its own way. — a day ago

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Raymond Vineyard & Cellar

R Collection The Inaugural Lot No. 3 Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Reeeeally enjoyed this one! Deep berry and smooth tannins with a hint of spice that just work so well together #wsjwine — 4 years ago

Mike, Paul and 1 other liked this

Tapiz

Alta Collection Mendoza Malbec 2017

Wonderful Malbec from a quality producer. Dark red color and matching extracted fruits. A bit tannic but it was built for a solid meat dinner. 14%Abv . This lovely wine will continue to evolve for years to come. — 5 years ago

Ray ContiJoe Becerra
with Ray and Joe
Versie, Liz and 5 others liked this

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Collection Black Label Claret California Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

No detailed notes. Just a good drink now budget Cabernet from California which drinks to its price point. Blackberry and dark chocolate. A Coppola movie has more complexity 😎 — 5 months ago

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Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Collection Green Label Syrah-Shiraz 2017

“I enjoy wines that aren’t trying to be anything else but wine.” Says my wife. A fitting description, it’s not complex and it’s smooth but slightly alcoholic. Sweet at first and fruit forward. Just a delicious wine! — 5 years ago

Reserva de la Tierra

Satis Dei Exclusive Art Collection Syrah Garnacha 2023

Deep purple in color; black cherries, plums, and cigar box on the nose; medium plus acidity; high tannins; tastes like plum sauce, blueberries, and wet slate with a long finish. Nellie didn't like it, but I did. — 6 months ago

Nellie Bauman
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Krug

Krug Collection Brut Champagne Blend 1988

Aromas of apricot. Tarte tartin in a glass. Celebrating Meg passing oral boards! — 7 months ago

Meghana Kaloji
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Jan liked this

Raymond Vineyard & Cellar

R Collection Lot No. 5 Field Blend

I had a fruity to oak/earthy experience. Fruit up front Oak to Earth on the finish.
$10.+ at Costco.
Went well with my steak-filled salad...as well as with my chocolate-covered walnuts afterwards.
— 5 years ago

Maison Roche de Bellene

Collection Bellenum Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru Pinot Noir

Took 4.5 hours of open bottle for the wine to go into full bloom! Red cherry, blackberry, blueberry with a firm body and mid palate Abe a very nice finish! — 5 years ago