Marc Mondavi

Marc Hébrart

Special Club Brut 1er Cru Champagne Blend 2018

Very surprised by this, but I guess no Mark Hébrart should be all that surprising. Definitely punches above its weight class, and has many similarities to the 2012/2013 PRSWC. Alluring freshness and vibrancy coupled with a shocking level depth and roundness. Very well balanced all-around; looking forward to cellaring the 2019s. Mouthfeel is pure velvet via a delightfully soft / oily texture. 60% Pinot Noir + 40% Chardonnay; Dosage: 4-6 g/l. Disgorged: 1/18/22 — 13 days ago

Robert Mondavi Winery

Private Selection California Pinot Noir

Lighter than I thought … need to try more Pinot Noirs — a month ago

Jean-Marc Brocard

Domaine Sainte Claire Chablis Chardonnay 2022

Bright, acidic, honeysuckle, lemon curd, thin mouth feel and a short finish. — 3 months ago

Robert Mondavi Winery

Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

DEEP red color, almost black and non-see-through. Big fruit forward nose, jammy dark ripe fruits, with hints of blood orange and violet peppered in. A big fruit palate with hints of graphite, vanilla and wood, with tight tannins that hang on and don’t let you forget, with a lithe, tight acidity that shows that it still needs some time to reach its peak, despite the pedigree. This is a prime example of modern Napa cab, dry but fruity, but bombs, American as hell, distinctive and brash, and not ready to play on the big stage, but lots of potential. — 20 days ago

Marc Brédif

Classic Vouvray Chenin Blanc 2015

Wat een feestje. Perfect op dronk. — 2 months ago

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Jean-Marc Burgaud

Côte du Py Morgon Gamay 2014

This is much more backward and has a tannic edge to it, dark fruits, good length, I suspect that this will always show that tannic edge, big and richer than the Traboules, but I prefer the refined aromatics and balance of the Traboules tonight. — 3 months ago

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Robert Mondavi Winery

Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1981

Thought there was a chance this one was corked… turned out solid. Deep ruby color. Aromas of leather, blackberry and earthy mushroom. Hanging in there with some solid licorice, baked berry and oaky finish. — a month ago

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Marc Plouzeau

Ante Phylloxera Clos de Maulevrier Franc De Pied Touraine Cabernet Franc 2016

Called barbaresco. Actually pre-phylloxera cab franc, 160+ yr old wines. Beautiful ruby color, expressive fruit, some spice and weight. Loved it — 4 months ago

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