Andrew Schirmer

9.4

Soft, elegant tannins, plush, but never cloying. Less rustic than expected—this is our first experience with this appellation. 4-hour decant. Fruit-driven aromatics, palate is more iron/mineral. Great acidity, impeccable structure, medium finish. Beautiful work. — 4 years ago

with Alsu

B

10

1997 Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo. Second of two reds at Il Piccolino lunch w K and group pre-Mattel party. Brighter and more fruit than the 1982 Gaja Barbaresco. Very pleasant to drink. Nuanced, not too fruity; balanced with earthy mineral notes. — 10 years ago

Ben Steinbock

8.9

Really great for the price $53-had 2013 vintage — 6 years ago

B

10

Magnum 2008 Pierre Yves Colin Morey Montrachet. Second white wine at Mattel party w K. We love this wine. — 10 years ago

B

10

1982 Gaja Barbaresco. First of two reds at Il Piccolino lunch w K and group pre-Mattel party. Brick-coloured, earthy, and tarry. Lots of acid and great with food. Interesting to drink this alongside the 1997 Gaja Sperss, which, though younger, was less acidic and smoother to drink without food. — 10 years ago

Spinning_spins

9.1

Tasty Tannat/Cab Franc blend. Bone dry, lots of green pepper, but also big fruit. — 9 years ago

B

10

2001 Silex Dagueneaux Sauvignon Blanc. First of two whites at Mattel party. Bright, but an interesting nose, as I remember this wine to generally have. I can never put my finger on what I get on the nose when I have this wine. Almost gamey. Liked it. — 10 years ago

Annika Munter

9.0

Soft and fruity. Not for spicy foods. — 10 years ago