2017 vintage. Really tight, even after being open for two hours. Will hit the second-half of the bottle tomorrow night to look for improvement. **Edit**Finished the bottle on night two. Juice spiced up a slight, finely ground black pepper note but otherwise, the same. Considering that the winery prioritizes this particular wine as a cornerstone wine out of all the offerings, thinking this wine to be in a "dumb" phase currently. Will try to hit again in a year. — 2 years ago
Refined Loire valley Chardonnay, with notes of apple, pear and mild minerality, at Cornerstone restaurant in Ogunquit, and at Seven High restaurant in Kennebunk, ME — 5 years ago
Another producer to inherit some vineyards from Verset was Thiérry Allemand who purchased Noëls holdings in Reynard. That vineyard is the cornerstone for this wine. The 1999 Allemand “Reynard” is still full of fresh brambles, some cow pasture, and beautiful purple flowers. It’s sanguine with inorganic earth and gentle spices. Bangin’ with venison, umami bomb, potato and pearl onion. This is gorgeous and should be outstanding through 2040+. — 9 months ago
Amazing bottle of smooth red wine that would pair well with anything. The perfect choice for a special occasion. — 3 years ago
Very interesting Red Blend from Hungary. I generally love the Zweigelt varietal, but it is surprisingly not the cornerstone of this wine. (Thirteen different varietals (must include three) can be blended to make Egri Bikavér).
Aromas and flavors of Cranberries, Raspberries and peppery spice. Light color and body. Short on the finish but very pleasant. Thank you Ron B. Revisited in June 2021. Aging beautifully! — 5 years ago
Excellent Bordeaux! Drinks without decanting but also excellent 2 days later! Would buy again. Cornerstone pasta dinner. — 2 years ago
Ruby in color with medium intensity.
Strong nose of raspberries, cherries, oak, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco, lemon peal, spices, chocolates and black pepper.
Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.
Dry on the palate with cherries, ripe raspberries, strawberries, sweet spice, earth, light herbs, light wood, dark coffee and peppercorn.
Medium finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.
This is a nice cool climate Pinot Noir from Los Carneros in Sonoma County. Showing mild complexity with a nice mouthfeel.
This Single Vineyard is easy drinking and a nice porch wine. Spicy and entertaining.
Good right out of the bottle, and better after 20 minutes of airtime.
I paired it with cheeses and light appetizers.
A small production of only 2,000 bottles.
13.8% alcohol by volume.
89 points.
$46. — 3 years ago
Oh... the angles wept when this wine was released. — 4 years ago
Daniel Anderson
Smooth and balanced. One of the most enjoyable 15.2%s — 23 days ago