1988 vintage. Medium body. Lighter Sauternes color. Plenty of golden/ripe notes along with exquisite caramel influence but it was the acidity that stole the show. Didn’t even have to cross the fingers, hold my breath or “pretend” it was still alive. Fully mature and raring to go. Not improving but not declining either. So much life ahead. I think “Woof!” accurately sums it all up. 3.20.26. — 2 months ago
Golden color. Green apple and vanilla (light oak) on the palate. Age worthy. April 2026. — 24 days ago
Medium golden color. Right after opening, a honeycrisp apple, citrus, grapefruit and mineral notes on the nose and palate are evident. After some breathing, wine shows plenty of oxidative notes. It has a medium rich, creamy mouthfeel. First vintage to go through malo — 2 months ago
Nice, cool-climate California Pinot Noir. Good red and dark fruits on the palate. I served it a bit too cold, but as it warmed up, the earthiness that this wine is known for came through. I don’t love California Pinot, but Rhys almost always impresses me. — 3 months ago
Highly rated for a reason. It’s quite good. — 4 months ago
Doug Powers
Super fresh and youthful Russian River Gewurz, great acidity, some evolution in the fruit character, spicy notes, lingering finish, this bottle is defying time at age 20!! — 21 days ago