David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.4

I bought this from barrel tasting at Nickel & Nickel’s luncheon futures, Entrecote En Baguette. Tasted 20 Cabernets and this and the Sori Brico were the two Sofia and I purchased.

Dark currants, medium plus tannins, anise to black licorice, dry leather & tobacco, dry herbs and thick, dark florals that are framed in violets and lavender. — 5 days ago

Paul J

9.4

1hr+ decant. Young wine! Dark red color with purple rims. Dark cherries, anise, and maybe sweet plums? Deep wine, with lots of Syrah and Spanish/Portuguese elements. Age will make this even better. — 3 months ago

with Brooke

Gujumack

9.0

First of four bottles from cellar. Very flavorful from nose to finish. Interesting taste of liquorice in the finish.. a bit too much so need to see if that persists over the aging years. Overall a wonderful, expressive wine. — 5 months ago

K L

9.4

Excellent. Likely the best Syrah we’ve had in a long time. Time does this well. Still dusty and big but balanced. — a month ago

with Matt

Nathan Renfro

9.1

Nearing the end of its window but still drinking well. — 3 months ago

Danny O'Brien

9.0

Nice chardonnay with pleasantly present oak character and butteriness, well balanced wine — 4 months ago

Anthony Auger

9.3

Pretty dark purple in color. Aroma has a big caramel impression with some dried fruits layered in - think date. Body is heavy syrup like that finishes velvety. Great balance between a tart acidity and medium sweetness. Age has been very kind to this bottle. — 6 months ago

K L

9.4

Excellent. Still a very big wine but opens wonderful. Real treat! — 2 months ago

with Matt

K. Ross

9.1

14.5% abv. Lovely delicious wine. It was strange that first sip was so off but in a matter of minutes it transformed into a gorgeous wine. Paired with caviar and sushi. Perfect match. — 3 months ago

Joe DAscoli

9.3

Was worried that this would be fruity and oaky. I should’ve known not to worry. The nickel family is serious about this wine. It’s very dark and I fear too young. Stood up very well with steak and punched back. Hit it with 100% pure oxygen and it’s still tight. Has some nice savory notes hiding the fruit here. Feel like I’m eating the wine. But I like it. — 5 months ago