Ron R

9.4

You know when it’s good cos you immediately go online searching for more. This is our last bottle.
Bivio Pizzeria, Montclair. — a day ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.2

So impressed with this $23 bottle. Drinks like $60, easily. Lovely aroma of soft caramel leads into baked apples on the mid palate. Nice ripe structure and acidity suggest this will continue as is for a few more years, but why wait?
Bivio, Montclair, NJ. — 5 months ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.4

Visited the winery approx. 4 years ago - our fave Italian producer.
While it requires further bottle development, its pedigree is shining. A more traditional presentation which displays olives, spice box and overripe plums. Moderate tannins are tucked in with soft acidity. You’re tasting the terroir and wine making skills here. No “construction” required. Excellent.
Bivio Pizzeria, Montclair. — 8 months ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.3

Forgot to post this. My memory is fading. It came across with somewhat grainy tannins and earthy notes.
Bivio Pizzeria, Montclair. — 17 days ago

with Mo

Ron R

9.3

Our favorite Napa cab in the $70 price bracket. Nose displays cherries and coffee. Palate is so well balanced with sage, sandalwood and soft brown sugar. Finish extends and expands. Youthful and energetic.
Bivio Pizzeria, Montclair. — 5 months ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.3

Aligned with Vinous on this. Not quite as nuanced and textured as the Hudson SV’s, more delicate, but still impressive. See prior notes for more details.
Bivio, Montclair, NJ. Get some! — 7 months ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.5

We love this stuff. Never gets old.
Really deserves a higher rating. Wifey went to 96!!!
Bivio Montclair, NJ. — 9 months ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.4

A more leaner rendition of this varietal, but in a good way. Nose displays clean cinnamon and toast. Palate is broad and expansive, yet light on its feet. A kiss of vanilla pod and black fruits conclude an excellent presentation. This is an intellectual wine.
Bivio, Montclair, NJ. — 22 days ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.2

Mo had this at 94, I had it at 92. For me, it was nice, but bone dry, and lacked density and that sweet finish I like from Cali wines. This concluded somewhat bitter for me.
Standout pizza at Bivio, Montclair. — 6 months ago

with Mo

Ron R

9.4

Mixed spice on the nose transitions to honeydew melon and roasted nuts and elderflower. Possesses depth and texture with moderate acidity. Nice lengthy finish. Loving this…
Bivio Pizzeria, Montclair. — 9 months ago

with Anne-marie