"Odedi"

9.2

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Dark ruby color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose of red and black fruits with cedar, vanilla, licorice, light earth, spices, chocolates, herbs and peppercorn.

Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, herbs, light earth, spices, tobacco leaf, peppercorn and dark coffee.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 7 year old Merlot from Napa Valley is drinking beautifully now. Elegant and fruit forward, complex and engaging. Smooth and soft. Nicely balanced with a great mouthfeel.

Drinking at its peak, and will continue to do so in the next 5 to 7 years. Needs a couple of hours to open up properly.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, or with food.

100% Merlot grapes were aged in French oak barrels for 9 months.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$49. — a month ago

Joe Fischer

8.9

Very nice Chardonnay that is gold colored. Apple, pear, floral, and mint aromas. Slight buttery note on the bud. Nice body and finish. — 8 months ago

Joe Fischer

9.4

One of our favorite everyday Cabs. Deep ruby with aromas of dark cherry, currant, plum, blackberry, stewed fruits, tobacco, and a bit of mustiness. On the bud, super smooth with a nice long finish. Flavors of stewed fruits and dark berries, Fabulous with our coffee rub Ribeyes! — a year ago

Ami Gokli

9.0

The castle place we went to in napa — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.2

Golden in color.

Aromatic nose of white flowers, citrus, ripen melons, tropical fruits, spices, light rose water, red apples and minerals.

Medium bodied and refreshing, with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with apples, pears, melons, lemons, mangoes, sea salt, roses, white pepper and bananas.

Long finish with tangy limes.

This is a delicious Gewürztraminer from Anderson Valley in California. Showing a beautiful nose right out of the bottle.

Easy drinking and tasty with a lot of alcohol, so you better watch out.

Nicely balanced with a touch of RS. Very perfumy and dangerously good, as the high alcohol is nicely integrated.

A good wine to have all by itself, Interesting and easy to drink.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$29. — 5 years ago

Jake Minette

9.6

A beautifully balanced Chardonnay. Should buy a case! — 6 years ago

Jessica Walkup

9.5

One of my favorite rosé wines! — 7 years ago

Suren Divanyan

9.2

2016 Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir. Very balanced and smooth. — 2 months ago

"Odedi"

9.2

Dark ruby/ purple in color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose of black fruits with cedar, chocolates, spices, herbs and light earth.

Full-bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and very fruity with blackberries, black currants, plums, cooked cherries, cedar, toast, light vanilla, dark chocolates, tobacco, herbs, spices, light earth, black tea and peppercorn.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious 8 year old Cabernet based blend from Napa Valley. Fruit forward with nice complexity. Showing a soft mouthfeel, elegant and rich.

Good right out of the bottle, and better with some air time.

Drinking at its peak now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next 5 years.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, or with food.

A blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 12% Sangiovese. Aged in (90% new) French Oak barrels for 20 months.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$135. — 7 months ago

Crossman

9.7

Awesome. Leather, mineral. — a year ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose with cherries, raspberries, light wood, vegetables, barnyard, tobacco leaf, eucalyptus, spices and peppercorn.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, currants, licorice, spices, cedar, chocolates, tobacco, herbs and black pepper.

Nice finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a tasty and interesting Sangiovese from Napa valley. Feels like a light super Tuscan. Easy drinking and good with food.

Good by itself, but needs 45 minutes in a decanter to open up properly, so be patient.

Still young and will be better in the next few years. This Single Vineyard is showing mild complexity at this point.

A very interesting interpretation of Sangiovese. I had the 2018 last year and it is very consistent.

A blend of 97% Sangiovese with 3% Merlot. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (35% new).

14.7% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$45. — 4 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Castello di Amorosa Cresta d'Oro Vineyard Rosato di Pinot Noir 2020, California

Pale salmon in color.

Light nose of lemons, light strawberries, citrus, limes, river rocks, green apples, sea salt and earth.

Light to medium in body with medium plus acidity. Crisp and refreshing.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, strawberries, limes, grapefruits, bitter herbs, spices, light earth, green apples and minerals.

Nice length on the finish with limes.

This is a very enjoyable Rosé from Russian River Valley. Nicely balanced, crisp and refreshing. Light and engaging without being bitter nor tart.

This Single Vineyard is showing nice complexity already. Easy drinking and good by itself.

Gets earthier as it opens up with an old world feel (30 minutes).

Good by itself or with food. A tasty wine that I enjoyed all by itself by the pool.

12.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$35. — 5 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.1

Castello de Amarosa has a wine for every price point and most visitors do the lower end.This Pinot exceeds expectations. — 6 years ago

Randy Fuller

9.3

This wine is very pale, almost clear. The bubbles rise quickly and dissipate the same way, leaving a frizzante juice. The nose is mineral-based, with hints of lemon, peach, pear, and flowers. The palate shows a split between fruit and minerals, maybe leaning a bit more into minerals. Acidity is nice, but not racy. It's a pleasant sip, suitable for pairing with a soft cheese, fruit, or a salad. — 6 months ago

Joe Fischer

9.2

Try this with a filet mignon with a bourbon cream sauce! Superb! Ruby with blackberry, cherry, and plum aromas. Nice spice, acidity, and mild tannins. Smooth with a medium finish. — 8 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Castello di Amorosa Gewürztraminer 2016
Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview:
A dry, aromatic Gewürztraminer from Castello di Amorosa’s cooler Anderson Valley estate—often dubbed California’s Alsace thanks to its ideal coastal climate and terroir . This iteration is crafted in a near-dry style (≈7.3 g/L residual sugar), offering a fragrant and spicy profile that’s both refreshing and intriguingly complex.

Aromas & Flavors:
Notes of lychee, rose petals, apricot, and exotic spices beautifully unfold on the nose. The palate mirrors this aromatic profile, with a spicy ginger finish that lingers delicately.

Mouthfeel:
With supple acidity and a smooth, balanced texture, this Gewürztraminer feels lively and approachable—bright enough to refresh, yet layered with enough depth to intrigue.

Food Pairing:
A stellar match for spicy cuisines—think Thai or Indian—where its floral and spice characteristics complement and elevate complex flavors. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses or richly flavored white meats.

Verdict:
This Gewürztraminer is a striking example of the grape outside its European heartland—dry, elegant, and expressive. It’s floral and spicy without sweetness overpowering, making it a standout for aperitifs or paired with bold, savory dishes. A refreshing and refined Californian twist on Gewürztraminer. — 10 months ago

Ryan Richter

9.3

An absolutely fabulous and unique rose unlike any other Californian Sangiovese rose. — 4 years ago

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Pam Kershaw

9.0

Purchased from Cisco. Rick and I both enjoy this with brunch. — 5 years ago

Joe Fischer

9.6

Oh this is really tasty and smooth. Dark fruit aroma of blackberries and cherry. Licorice notes as well. The wine is very smooth and velvety. Had this on our 30th anniversary with Point Reyes blue cheese filet mignon, balsamic Brussels sprouts, and key lime tart for desert. It all paired well together. Go ahead an splurge for a bottle in Sinalunga!!! — 6 years ago

Amanda Barth

9.0

Crisp and fruity. Fun and flirty. — 7 years ago