Andrew Cullimore

9.4

No formal notes . Pretty deep Amber , copper colour . Intense marmalade , saffron , creme caramel . Rich on the palate with rich marmalade , saffron notes . Good acidity , but rich. Good length . This is drinkable now and shows quite an advanced colour , though due to its richness will probably carry on delivering for another 20 years , perhaps longer .

This was a rather fascinating evening put together by our incredibly generous host. All 2007 reds were served blind in two flights: 1st Mouton, Haut Brion, Cheval Blanc , La Mission Haut Brion then Latour , Lafite , Petrus and Margaux . Overall the wines showed well , and were mostly enjoyable to drink now , though there is no rush . This somewhat maligned vintage can give a lot of enjoyment in the right environment, I certainly wouldn’t hold back from opening or purchasing any of these wines . They mostly show good density of fruit , personality and elegance , with good freshness. These are not powerful wines , and at times perhaps the fruit can be a little cooler or greener but I was pleasantly surprised by the way they performed , just goes to show you should never write off a vintage without trying the wines ! — a month ago

Mike Beltran

9.2

Mature Haut Brion with amber edge and juicy claret fruit. Solid cork with a moderate low fill. Opened up during dinner and complimented the beef main course. A joy to share. 🍷🍷🍷 — 2 years ago

with Ray and Joe

Mike Saviage

9.5

Old scarlet color with amber rims, mostly translucent. Has a perfume that I covet. Notes of black fruit and some raspberries, freshly cut cigar, Provençal herbs, some gravel and pepper, and a hint of barnyard earth. Still has good fruit and structure, with tannins fully integrated. Velvet glove finish. I’ve had this maybe 15 times and it never seems to disappoint. — 5 years ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.3

1996 vintage. Amber coloured. Intense, complex. Maybe not in the same league as the impressive 2005 tasted alongside at the château, but very good indeed. — 5 months ago

Ann Kelly

9.0

Belgian Blonde 6.6 ABV. Abbey style. It was the sweetness and drinkability that was enjoyed most. Different flavor/experience in glass 2nd time, preferred bottle. Spices? — 9 months ago

Peter Quinsey

8.9

Very dry and clean. Minerals, light florals, grapefruit. Excellent pair to smoked trout. — 3 years ago

with Karen

Phil Castellano

9.1

Great IPA to start a Monday evening! #cigarcitybrewing — 5 years ago

Siena Garbaccio

9.0

Orange is hit or miss for me. This one was balanced and bright. Delicious with my pizza. Very cool winery name. Pleasantly surprised by this! — 5 months ago

romo

9.5

Potpourri, grapefruit pith, warm croissant, felt cutting, river rock, ginger ale, spring garden kaleidoscope. Wow. — 6 months ago

Andrew Schirmer

9.3

Very nice amber wine, one of the few producers we’ve found that make well-structured natty that aren’t overpowered by cidry funk and “off” aromas. Strong herbal overtones. Black tea. Massive desiccating tannins. At the same time the palate has an appealing softness. Lovely work. — 3 years ago

with Alsu