Jim McCusker

9.3

Had this a few nights ago. Second label from David Abreu at Abreu Vineyards. His Madrona Ranch and Thorevelos cabs are off the charts, and while this one was very good, it was definitely a couple of steps down in terms of depth and complexity (of course, it’s more than a couple of steps down in price!). It is, however, a good introduction to the kinds of wine that Abreau makes. — 7 days ago

with Vanessa

Andy Hall

9.3

Drank the ‘14 and ‘15 side by side last night. 2 very different blends and as such 2 very different wines. Both good! The ‘15 nose fragrant and pleasing. The higher blend of Sangiovese softens the edges of the ‘15 vs. the ‘14. The ‘14 has very little Sangiovese and more Cab sauv. The ‘14 nose is a bit chemical. The ‘14 has more depth and nuance. The Syrah base sings through on both. — 8 days ago

Joseph Barsky

9.4

2014 Vintage. 15.6% Alcohol. 39% Syrah, 38% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 3% Tannat. Best the next day after wine preserved in Argon so decant or give more time in the cellar but this is really good. Licorice, tobacco and boysenberry nose. Smooth mouthfeel. Great job Russell From. — 4 days ago

Paul T- Huntington Beach

9.6

Hope & Grace had a Cellar release, 48 bottles. I grabbed 6
Rare to get such a great vintage direct from the winery👍🏼
Well worth $95.00
Decant 5-6 hours — 12 days ago

Tom Casagrande

9.0

Elyse is a benchmark Zin producer IMHO and this is a solid effort. Needs some air because it’s a little locked up initially. Then it gives off classic Napa Zin scents of restrained and pure black raspberry and warm gravel. It’s also got a thing that reminds me of an old rich guy’s mahogany and Corinthian leather appointed library. It’s low-toned in the mouth, with a peppery scorched earth thing initially, with fruit coming on later. For me, the scorched earth thing brings the composite down a bit. — 12 days ago

Jeff Orlowski

9.3

Last one. Eight years out, this wine is balanced, lush, and subtly complex. A lovely wine. — 6 days ago

with Michael and Joe

Sipping Fine Wine

8.9

A real bargain for $25. Light Ruby with aromas of red fruit and gentle perfume spice. On the palate strawberry and cranberry with tea and baking spices on a smooth tannin structure. Fresh finish with a medium length ending. Solid value, the fruit should calm down a bit in a year or so. — 5 days ago

Ryan Vento

9.3

After many years of using Delectable, building my archives of tasting notes and, most importantly, meeting some awesome folks, I’ve decided to call it quits 🥂 I thought this 2016 magnum was a fitting bottle to pop for such a parting. I also thought Bilbo Baggins’ words were fitting, as well:

“I regret to announce this is the end. I'm going now. I bid you all a very fond farewell. Goodbye." — 13 days ago

with Krystal

Willem Booij

9.3

Remarkable wine, 30 years old and still singing. This wine is at the first snif and sip al little tertiair, but is this strange 🤷‍♂️ after 2 hours the wine is smooth and great to drink. Delicious💪 — 12 days ago

with Kees

Jim McCusker

9.4

I’ve posted this before, but this is just a terrific wine from Paul Lato. Highly recommended if you’d like an incredibly well-made, crisp, bright malvasia with a Central Coast fare to it. Awesome. — 5 days ago

with Vanessa