Douglas Braun

9.2

2022 Vintage- fun project -had a friend tell me about it -really pretty , blueberry fruit with floral overtones , leather, integrated oak soft to firm tannins . 13.0 ABV — a year ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Just had to try this delicious wine again. From Liguria on a long crescent-shaped sliver of mountainous coastline ranging from the French border in the west to that of Tuscany in the east. Pale lemon with pronounced aromas of stone and tropical fruits, spending 4 months on its lees. On the palate flavors of apple, melon and citrus zest, crisp with lively vibrant acidity and mineral notes. Medium+ finish ending with a spicy flinty character. Nice! — 5 years ago

Edmond Bordelon

9.2

Almost done clearing out the older rose wines from the back of the cellar...afraid that they will turn, but have been lucky so far. This one from Cassis area of Provence, (south of Marseilles along the coastline) is mostly Grenache, with a little Cinsault and Mourvèdre tossed in. More melon flavor than the others but still dry and crisp. — 9 years ago

with Katherine

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Vipava 1894, Malvazija v.2021, Vipava Valley, Slovenia 🇸🇮

Overview:
A Mediterranean-influenced Malvazija (Malvasia Istriana) expressing the sunlit character of Slovenia’s western wine regions. Aromatic and vibrant, the wine balances fruit purity with herbal freshness.

Aromas & Flavors:
Tropical fruit, citrus peel, white flowers, and light herbal notes.

Mouthfeel:
Dry and medium-bodied with moderate minerality and juicy mid-palate energy. Bright acidity keeps the wine refreshing and food-friendly.

Food Pairings:
Grilled fish, seafood platters, calamari, Mediterranean salads, herb-forward dishes.

Personal Pick:
An easygoing Mediterranean white that performs beautifully at the table. The aromatic lift and clean finish make it extremely versatile with seafood.

Verdict:
A lively and expressive Malvazija offering freshness, aromatics, and excellent drinkability.

🍷 Did You Know?:
Malvazija Istriana thrives along the Adriatic coastline and is widely planted across Slovenia, Croatia, and northeastern Italy. — 2 years ago

Madeleine Ray

9.8

This was arguably the best Chardonnay I’ve ever had. Absolutely stunning. Chamomile and lemon zest and salty oyster shells. Bracing acidity, gorgeously balanced. Bright minerality, like sunshine and clear blue coastline. With scallops and lemon caper angel hair. 😍😍😍🔥🔥🔥🔥 — 8 years ago

with Gavin

Eric Furman

9.2

2012
$11 TW — 9 years ago

Al Shikoh

9.3

straw colored, watery rim; yellow apple, lemon peel, white peach, toast, honey; good concentration on the palate with some glycerol and perhaps a bit of botrytis; medium body, medium acidity, 14.1% ABV; sourced from Platt Vineyard about 5 miles from coastline, barrel fermented and aged 15 months in 33% new French oak — 4 years ago

Mary Christoph

9.4

Great, dry white wine, smells like a rocky coastline — 7 years ago

Muffy Karson

9.5

2 thumbs up — 8 years ago

Kim Sharpton

9.1

I loved this one! Might be my favorite red zin yet!! — 9 years ago