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Pier 8 Vineyards

Peter Lauer

Kupp Faß 8 Kabinett Riesling 2023

Peter Sultan
9.3

Funny because completely took me by surprise given my experience with Lauer- usually chiseled minerality rules the day. This works on both channels- a rich, even plump Kabinett style with RS to spare, but a finish so long & flush with slate all we could do is savor it for as long as possible. Gorgeous yellow fruits too, quite accessible, in all their Granny Smith & marigold glory. What a wine. Imagine how age will only deepen & burnish its elegance. — 20 days ago

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Jay Kline

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I adore Peter Lauer’s wines
Peter Sultan

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Serious, joyous juice…I thought he would do Kabinett in a leaner style, though I loved this@Jay Kline
Pinotman /// Andreas

Pinotman /// Andreas

Really well done all of them some herbs and well priced. This is just a great producer and when in Germany - I will try to stop by and say hi.

Lagavulin Distillery

Aged 8 Years 200th Anniversary Limited Edition Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1806

Гордон Лайтфут
9.7

Любимый виски. Дерево, лакокраска и, почему-то, молоко... — 3 months ago

Orin Swift Cellars

8 Years in the Desert Zinfandel Blend

Sarah Hehmeyer
9.0

Great with steak. — 3 months ago

Hirsch Vineyards

Block 8 Pinot Noir

Joe Fischer
9.2

Light ruby with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, violet, blueberry, and earthiness. On the bud, sour cherry and baking spices. Nice long finish. — 5 months ago

Opus One

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2012

Andrew Cullimore
9.2

Medium deep ruby , quite thin garnet rim . Quite a lot of cassis, herbal grafite notes , touch of blackberry , scorched earth , a bit for floral after a while in the glass. On the palate this shows more sweet dark fruit, touch of spicy oak, blackcurrant , dark cherry and cacau . Balanced acidity and sweet slightly grippy tannins , just balanced alcohol . Spicy sweet blackcurrant, grafite tinged finish , decent length. This is still young and quite fruit driven but is enjoyable now with food . Better in 5 years or so and will last well a further 8-10. — 25 days ago

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Somm David T

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This is not a knock on anyone or this producer. For 10 years a friend of mine was the Assistant Winemaker at Opus. He is now back in Bordeaux, rebuilt & raised the quality of Clerc Milon. Now is in charge of all Rothschild properties. This is just me thinking out loud. I have been to this property many times and bought a glass of their Cabernet to take to their top deck and take in a spectacular view of the Napa Valley. Enjoyed many of their vintages in those very nice moments. However, knowing the quality of 2012 vintage and their price point, I and I think most expect & want more than a 92 point wine. Which begs the question, how long can they push bottle price with this level of quality? At what point does the quality price ratio kick in? To a bigger picture, how sustainable is the high quality respected producer wine economic model going forward? To me, a fascinating question going forward.
Andrew Cullimore

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Yes @Somm David T , this was actually served blind , the only wine at lunch ..and we had plenty of time to get to know it before the big reveal . I was trying to evaluate the quality in the glass without the distraction of the label, which is always an illuminating experience . It’s a good wine, and went very will with our steaks but it certainly doesn’t represent good value nor is it a stellar example of 2012 . I would be perfectly happy to have it again mind you , as long as I wasn’t paying .

Dom Pérignon

Brut Champagne Blend 2013

Somm David T
9.3

Better on its own and still needs lots of time. Hold another 5-8 years and beyond. — 4 months ago

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Orin Swift Cellars

8 Years in the Desert *New Release* Zinfandel Blend

Dave Moench
9.5

Cut 38 miami — a month ago

Vineyard 7 & 8 (Seven and Eight)

7 Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Mark S.
9.0

Fruity first. But later on, aged capability was shown. Concentration, early, complexity. But Elegancy. Cabernet Sauvignon, Aged, 06 Vineyard 7, from Spring Mountain District 06 @16500, Vinos - Vin, -250306 — 2 months ago

Sur Andino

Ungrafted Vines Cabernario No 8 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

David Miska
9.1

Very good cab. Good value. Buy again — 3 months ago

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 2014

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego
9.5

2014 vintage. Last tasted 04.20.22 (9.5). Still tight but behind all the subterfuge, clouds, white lies, deception and smoke, there is a fantastic show slowly being assembled. All the performers are there and you've watched plenty of the rehearsals. Another 8-10 years will likely find this in the 9.6 and maybe 9.7 zone when the curtain finally rises. Built for future speed. If you've got the time and ca$hi$h, put a case aside and start tapping in 2035. This goes places wine doesn't have a right to. It's not asking for permission. 01.30.25. — 3 months ago

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