Domaine Robert Arnoux / Arnoux-Lachaux

Romanée St. Vivant Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2008

9.6

Vivid and full of flavor. Bright and gamey with floral notes, dark cherry and violets. Sappy with a hint of iodine. Delicious — 6 days ago

with Matt and Paul

Tom, Jay and 6 others liked this

Charles Wagner Family

Conundrum California Red Blend

Karl Segura

9.0

Drank with pizza at home. Very good. — a month ago

Charles Smith

The Velvet Devil Washington State Merlot 2022

Dave

8.9

Haters gon' hate. This is one of my go-to grocery store picks. It's super cheap ($12), and it tastes like Merlot.
Smashing some burgers and listening to the Cranberries. — 3 months ago

Tom, Robert and 12 others liked this

Dawn E.

@Dave no hate! Your grocery store selections are better than our mass production wines in QC! Thank goodness for Costco!

Dave

I'd have thought you have some decent shops in the Quad @Dawn E.

Charles Krug

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Charles Krug – Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
The 2017 vintage of their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted primarily from estate fruit across valley-floor vineyards, showing an approachable and structured style. This wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon with small supporting portions of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc to round it out.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, plum, and blackberry are joined by subtle layers of cedar, tobacco, and baking spice. Hints of mocha and graphite emerge as the wine opens, bringing complexity without overshadowing the ripe fruit core.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, with polished tannins and a backbone of balanced acidity. The mid-palate is rich and velvety, while the finish lingers with dark fruit, oak spice, and a whisper of minerality.

Winemaking Notes
Aged 18 months in French oak (about 35% new), this wine is a balance of tradition and modern winemaking. Charles Krug continues to champion elegance over excess, and the 2017 vintage shows restraint despite Napa’s warm growing conditions.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, beef short ribs, or roasted portobello mushrooms. Aged gouda or firm sheep’s milk cheeses also complement its depth and structure.

Verdict
A polished, reliable Napa Cabernet that honors Charles Krug’s heritage while delivering a style accessible to today’s wine drinkers. The 2017 is drinking beautifully now, with enough structure to cellar for a few more years. — 18 days ago