ESF

9.2

Not improving anymore but still solid, unique & regal - see previous note — a month ago

Jay Kline

9.2

Back in 1995, Tenuta La Massa’s “Giorgio Primo” was a different wine than the version that is made today. Back then, Sangiovese was a predominate variety in the blend. So much so, it was still carrying the Chianti Classico designation. Today, I’m not so sure any Sangiovese remains, but I digress.

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a couple hours. The 1995 “Giorgio Primo” pours a deep garnet with a near opaque core; medium viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes of dessicated Morello cherry, red flowers, leather bound books, porchini, tiramisu, wood varnish, dry earth. Yes, definitely some VA. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannins and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long. This sees a little more barrique than I prefer but it’s undoubtedly an excellent wine. Drink now through 2030. — 5 months ago

Phoebe Bousfield

9.0

Super pleasant. Drank whilst eating melanzane parmigiana. — 4 years ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.3

Nose is good, palate is great! Loooong finish. Getting a tiny bit tired. Really good. — 2 months ago

Matt Schwartz

9.0

Citrus, honeysuckle, nectarine and green apple. A bit fizzy. — 7 months ago

Jim McGarry

9.0

Good nose … no boogies — a year ago

Ron R

9.5

So many peeps enjoyed the visual of our cellar, thought I’d give you the side shot.
Coming direct from the winery, this Bard is so consistent with prior vintages, and the presentation is rock solid. So much depth on the nose and palate. 2012 vintage is still primo, but this vintage is knocking at the door and wants to join the party. — 4 years ago

with Anne-marie

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Another solid vintage of this interesting Rose’. Light salmon/peach color. Aromas of apricot and grapefruit. Flavors of ripe pear, lemon/lime and tropical fruits with a slight green pepper note. Touch of salinity on the finish. Pleasant light effervescence tickles the tongue. Chill it prior to opening. Fun and refreshing. — 4 months ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.5

Just great. Outstanding Bdx-blend SuperTuscan. Deep, complex, juicy and rich. Lovely now with a decant, probably even better in a few years’ time. Might be underrating this one. — 7 months ago

Tony Padilla

8.9

Surprisingly good, especially for the price. Plum, cherry and spice. Medium finish, soft tannins. A great very day table wine. — 3 years ago