Conrad Green

9.3

plush plummy fruit. Rounded with black cherry and soft precision. Lovely — 2 days ago

with Paul and Ara

Mark Osmers

8.9

I didn’t have expectations when I opened this bottle, but Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon proved to be a nice discovery. This 2021 Lodi cab delivers beyond its modest price point, opening with an assertive nose that hints at the intensity to come.

The first taste reveals bold, concentrated dark fruit that dominates the palate—ripe blackberry takes center stage, supported by layers of black cherry that add depth and complexity. There’s a jammy richness here that speaks to Lodi’s warm climate and the wine’s full ripeness at harvest. What genuinely surprised me was the balance. Despite the fruit-forward intensity, there’s nothing cloying or one-dimensional about this Cabernet.

The oak integration is particularly well-handled, providing a smooth, vanilla-tinged backdrop that rounds out the wine’s edges without overwhelming the fruit. The finish lingers pleasantly, carrying those dark berry notes through with a silky texture that makes this remarkably easy to drink.

Rating: recommend for every day drinking  — 4 days ago

Baltar666

8.9

Fruity and tannic. Quite good chianti. — 17 days ago

Conrad Green

9.3

violet and rich dark fruit. Tobacco and soft mild tannins — 2 days ago

with Paul and Ara

John Gallo

8.9

A Tuscan red blend that we have had in the United States as well as in Italy. In the US you can buy this for $16 a bottle at Total Wine and see it in a restaurant for $52 a bottle. I was in the north end of Boston and paid $80 for the same bottle! If you are in Florence this bottle costs about €15.30 in the supermarket and will run you about €22 to €27 in a restaurant.  — 9 days ago

Brian Wakelin

8.9

Thanks Patrick! — 10 days ago

Vino Joe

9.6

Stellar. Rich and strong. To quote Judge Smails: “Top notch!” — 10 days ago

Jack Krawczyk

9.2

young and muted tones. slight cranberry and thyme — 5 days ago

Tim L

8.9

2018 Vintage of a legendary large producer. Great balance, a bit too tannic for years aging and perhaps requires decanting, breathing. Having visited the winery a few years ago - beautiful Tuscan facility, would like to say more nice things but the Summary is: nice Brunello. Probably a decent value, but only time will tell — 17 days ago

Andrew H

9.2

Love it so much — 15 days ago