Chasing Rabbits
Château Rol Valentin
St. Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend 2016
From a 375ml.
PnP a bit tight, but luxurious dark fruits,
tannins prevalent but chewy.
Lots of Blue/Black fruit and muddy gravel. Loamy, calls for protein.
Some comments said this was drying. I get that, but not to the point of being unpleasant. Chasing LdH ‘04 is a tough act to follow. This previously garage wine 90-10 Merlot/Cab Franc definitely treads the blacker, more treacly edge.
Not heavy, but black. — 3 years ago
Franco Toros
Collio Pinot Bianco 2019
This wine has a nice golden color in the glass. I get a muted nose with apricot aromas foremost and citrus minerals chasing. The palate shows stone fruit and minerals galore. Acidity is nice and fresh, even zippy. The finish is medium long and carries the minerals back for a revisit. — 5 years ago
Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'ile de Saint-Tropez
Côtes de Provence Carte Noire Rosé Blend
Oh yes, this is the Provence Rose style we have been chasing. — 6 years ago
Nine North Wine Company
Chasing Lions California Cabernet Sauvignon
Easy to drink, medium bodied and extremely minimal tannins. Had with lemon ricotta pasta — 6 months ago
Dirupi
Olé! Rosso di Valtellina Nebbiolo 2020
It tastes like Jessica Rabbits shitbox, I’m hiding a semi in an open plan restaurant. THANKS Dirupi for your tremendous wine, it’s really helped my social anxiety! — 3 years ago
Chasing Harvest
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Bright, delicious. A NZ sauv blanc! — 3 years ago
Thirsty Owl
Cabernet Sauvignon Ice Wine 2019
Dinner with The Rabbits — 4 years ago
TOR Kenward Family Wines
CHASING WINDMILLS GRENACHE Fulldraw Vineyard 2017
Fragrance is amazing. So floral. Just magnificent. Taste is on the lighter side but well integrated. Easy to drink. Cherries and some green, fruit but well balanced. It’s really good. I would not recommend this with a steak — 5 years ago
Hevron Heights Winery
Jerusalem Heights Cabernet Merlot 2023
Jerusalem Heights Cabernet Sauvignon–Merlot 2023 – Judean Hills, Israel 🇮🇱
Overview
A bold red blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon · 50% Merlot that expresses the rugged power and elevation-driven intensity of the Judean Hills rather than classic Bordeaux balance. Cabernet brings structure, dark fruit depth, and firm backbone, while Merlot contributes mid-palate weight, savory flesh, and dark plum richness. This is not a plush or polished style, it leans muscular, serious, and expressive of place. Elevated intensity, concentration, and tension suggest strong aging potential, with the wine expected to show even greater harmony by 2028+, though approachable now with air.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, ripe plum, cassis, and dark blackberry. Savory notes of dried herbs, black pepper, cedar, and warm stone. Subtle earthy undertones with hints of tobacco leaf and dark cocoa. The profile leans deep and structured rather than sweet or fruit-forward.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus to full-bodied with firm, youthful tannins and a dense core. Structured, slightly angular on opening, softening with air. Fresh acidity keeps the power in check while maintaining lift. Long, savory finish with persistent dark fruit and spice. Built for food and cellaring.
Food Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, beef short ribs, ribeye steak, roasted duck, slow-braised meats, mushroom-driven dishes, aged hard cheeses, and Middle Eastern spice-forward cuisine. Benefits from decanting 1–2 hours.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is not a crowd-pleasing, plush red, it’s a serious, punchy expression that rewards patience and attention. I love how it shows its regional muscle and personality instead of chasing polish. A bottle for slow evenings, hearty food, and watching a young wine stretch into its future potential.
Did You Know?
The Judean Hills sit at higher elevations with limestone soils and strong diurnal shifts, producing wines with firm structure, savory character, and excellent aging capacity. Cabernet and Merlot here often show more tension and mineral grip than their softer New World counterparts. — 5 months ago
Joseph Drouhin
Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay 2019
It’s a perfect “chasing your daughter around your yard” Chardonnay . Not good enough to make your night but it’s absolutely a solid contributor. — 3 years ago
Bishop's Ring
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
The Rabbits brought for dinner. — 4 years ago
Chasing Rain
Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
An outstanding value. Everything I expect from a Red Mountain Cabernet. Lots of dark cherry flavors. — 4 years ago
Brancaia
Ilatraia Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
I’ve lost interest in this style of ST. While enjoyable and easy to drink, it lacks personality. I’m not interested in authenticity or terroir per se, but It seems that many STs are contrived products chasing the market versus the market chasing the wine. Will continue to revisit and taste with an open mind and palate. — 6 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Piaggia Carmignano Riserva 2021
Carmignano DOCG – Tuscany – Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
A compelling Tuscan blend composed primarily of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, crafted by Piaggia, one of Carmignano’s benchmark estates, recognized for low yields, concentration, and precision-driven winemaking while preserving regional identity. The 2021 vintage beautifully captures the structured, terroir-focused soul of Carmignano without leaning into excessive ripeness or modern exaggeration.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, ripe plum, dried herbs, tobacco leaf, cedar, earthy undertones, and subtle graphite unfold with remarkable balance and restraint. Dark fruit remains fresh and vibrant rather than jammy, allowing savory and mineral nuances to shine through.
Mouthfeel
Medium+ bodied with elevated tension, polished yet firm tannins, and beautifully integrated acidity. Structured and intentional, carrying both power and elegance through a long, refined finish.
Food Pairings
Excellent with bistecca alla Fiorentina, grilled lamb chops, wild boar ragù, roasted meats, or aged cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano.
Verdict
A serious and historically compelling Tuscan red that feels refreshingly authentic in a world often dominated by overhyped “Super Tuscans.” Piaggia delivers structure, terroir expression, and sophistication without sacrificing regional character. This is Tuscany speaking fluently through discipline and balance rather than sheer opulence.
Did You Know?
Long before the “Super Tuscan” movement emerged, Carmignano producers were already legally blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon as far back as the 1700s, after Cabernet vines were introduced to Tuscany under the Medici family. In many ways, Carmignano quietly pioneered the concept centuries earlier.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is exactly the kind of under-the-radar Tuscan wine that rewards drinkers looking beyond prestige labels and chasing authenticity, structure, and historical soul instead. Cheers! — 2 months ago