Hero
Hero
Heros Vin de France Syrah
Costco Advent Day 7. So powerfully dry, it’s almost too much but not for me. I loved the dry, earthy flavor! This is by far my favorite of the advent wines so far. I would definitely buy this wine again! Bold and plum forward - and 14.5 % to boot! — 6 years ago
Lenz
Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
At a tasting on Long Island at Lenz. Amazing wines. Gerald let us taste some older vintage, my hero, but the 2013 old vine cab and 2014 malbec will rival anything I've had cheers — 7 years ago
Unsung Hero Wines
Western Cape Shiraz 2016
Thank you EH and JS. Enjoying this evening. — 8 years ago
Haber Family Vineyards
Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
OMG!!! I’m going to save myself some time and post these all at once. It was one of those epic nights!!!!!! LOL
8 of us began on a mystical journey of friendship, food & WINE!!
we began with five bottles of Haber which just arrived at my office yesterday! OMG! Now I only have three left! LOL!!!!!!!! I absolutely adore this wine and so did my friends. It was actually their WOTN which is a lot to say given the company it was in. I then opened a bottle of 2012 Memento Mori which was its usual opulent self!! Two of us preferred this wine over Haber but the remainder preferred Haber. I pulled this trick out of my butt from David Lentine!!!! A palate cleanser after heavy Cabernets and we opened a gorgeous Beaux Freres- The Beaux Freres Vineyard. We then got things going again with one of my favorite Chardonnays in Napa! This stuff absolutely rocks and should be bought by all. Nuf said, it’s that freaking good!!! Last but not least I decided to mix it up a little and pulled one of my favorite under the radar GSM blends that I know. Domaine de la grange des Peres. Every single one of my guests Took a sip and immediately snap their head up to say “what the heck is this! “that’s good!" You will look like a hero pouring it at anyone’s party and the cost is negligible at $95 a bottle! Bad ass in a glass as I always say. Every single one of these bottles proved to be as such! Love you guys sand cheers to you all! The individual rating for each wine was slightly different but I would say as a collective it was definitely a 9.6 type of evening.
Good time., good times — 9 years ago
Orballo
Rías Baixas Albariño
Orballo Albariño – Rías Baixas DO, Galicia, Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A pure expression of Atlantic Albariño from Rías Baixas, showcasing the grape’s natural brightness, saline tension, and coastal freshness. Cool maritime influence keeps the fruit vibrant and the acidity precise, delivering a wine that feels energetic, refreshing, and effortlessly drinkable. This is classic seaside Albariño — clean, expressive, and built for seafood and sunshine.
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh pineapple, mango, and white peach lead the nose, followed by citrus zest, green apple, and subtle floral lift. Light saline notes and crushed stone minerality frame the fruit. The palate stays crisp and dry with a refreshing tropical core and a clean, lightly briny finish that keeps pulling you back for another sip.
Mouthfeel
Light- to medium-bodied with lively acidity and a smooth, polished texture. Bright entry, crisp mid-palate, and a refreshing, mouthwatering finish. Energetic without being sharp, making it extremely easy to drink.
Food Pairings
Perfect with oysters, ceviche, shrimp cocktail, grilled octopus, fish tacos, sushi, and shellfish pastas. Also works beautifully with citrus salads, light tapas, and salty cheeses. A natural match for anything that loves acidity and freshness.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is exactly why Albariño is a warm-weather hero. Crisp, tropical, refreshing, and endlessly food-friendly. One of those bottles that disappears faster than expected, especially when chilled and paired with seafood.
Did You Know?
Rías Baixas vineyards are heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, which gives Albariño its signature salinity, high acidity, and aromatic lift. Many vines are trained on pergolas to improve airflow and protect grapes from humidity, preserving freshness and purity in the fruit. — 5 months ago
Köfererhof
Riesling
This producer is a HERO! — 6 years ago
Jen Pfeiffer Naked Wines
The Hero Shiraz
Easy drinking. Berry and vanilla — 7 years ago
Iconic Wines
Every Hero needs a Sidekick Cabernet Sauvignon
Love this! Smooth and luscious! Yum — 8 years ago
Mader
Alsace Pinot Gris 2013
2013 even better second time combination of acid-sparkling bitter and sweet that is unique - mader maybe unsung hero? let felliws of delectable tell me! — 9 years ago
Hartenberg
Stellenbosch Shiraz 2015
Opaque and concentrated. Savory and meaty with dark raspberry and blackberry fruit as well as licorice and spice.
Perfect tannin for beef bourguignon, watching the bizarre Local Hero. Sadly my last bottle of this, should drink well for many more years. — 3 years ago
The Great Oregon Wine Company
Rascal Oregon Pinot Noir
Awesome 2018 Pinot with my darling hero Kevin — 6 years ago
Krug
Brut Rosé Champagne Blend
I generally try to keep politics or sorrow events off this platform. However, this morning we watched the McCain funeral and were genuinely moved. We should all hope for such a beautiful funeral.
Today, John McCain brought the world one final parting gift. A message of; peace, unity, love, respect and hope for our country. Let’s hope people listen and try to live their lives with a little more of each.
Today, a country grieves the loss of a great American and celebrates the life of a true American hero. We will miss you and your voice in our country’s discourse. Cheers & R.I.P John. You have certainly earned it.
I can’t think of many better bottles than to celebrate his life and his service commit to our country!
Disgorged in Autumn of 2014. 57 wines with the oldest from 2000 to 2008.
On the nose, blood orange, white citrus, orange peel, dry apricot, Mexican papaya, spice, sea spray, sea shells, gray volcanic minerals with grit, citrus blossoms and spring flowers with orange Gerber Daisies.
The body is full, rich and lush. Micro oxygenation, blood orange, tangerine, white citrus, orange peel, dry apricot, yellow peach, Mexican papaya, baguette crust, spice with palate heat, sea spray, sea shells, gritty gray volcanic minerals with citrus blossoms and spring flowers with orange gerber Gaisies. The acidity is perfect. The finish is beautifully long, rich, lush, elegant and goes on and on.
From 375ml. — 8 years ago
Donald Williams
A great year for the InZinerator. We never get tired of it. — 5 months ago