Sorrenti's Cherry Valley Vineyards

Vietti

Castiglione Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

Showing well with dried cherry, strawberry fruit, savory spice, dried herbs, rose petal & tobacco. — 6 hours ago

Ira, Tom and 6 others liked this

Bodegas Faustino

Gran Reserva Faustino I Rioja Tempranillo Blend

Red cherry soft tannins delicious — a month ago

Steve and Paul liked this

Beaulieu Vineyard

Private Reserve Georges de Latour Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

A good, solid California Cab but what’s all the fuss about? I’m seeing ratings of 98, 99, even 100 from JS. Really? No way. This is a clear case of praise crossing over into hype. Granted, still a bit young and not at its peak but after five years in the bottle and an hour of decanting it needs to be more than just fine if it wants to justify stratospheric scores. This wine compares unfavorably to Ridge Monte Bello, Stags Leap S.L.V. and other peers. It lacked sophistication and poise—where’s the promised minerality, graphite, cedar shavings, oak, leather, blackcurrant, cherry, and complex balance of fine grained tannins, fruit, acid and alcohol? Where? We chose this wine for a birthday dinner at Lawry’s Prime Rib in Beverly Hills. Not a disaster but a disappointment given our high expectations (and the high price).
— a month ago

Ira and "Odedi" liked this

La Rioja Alta

Viña Alberdi Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2019

Delicious soft tannins ruby red cherry and blackberry. — 13 days ago

R. López de Heredia

Viña Bosconia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2013

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of blackberry/raspberry compote, spice.
Dry. Flavors of black cherry, leather, peppercorn,
Espresso, roasted red pepper, roasted herbs. Rich, chewy tannins.
Intensity: 3/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 21 days ago

La Rioja Alta

Gran Reserva 904 Rioja Tempranillo Graciano 2015

Has a nice deep fragrance cherry, chocolate and leather and balsamic!
Has rich flavor of spice, dark cherries, and dark chocolates. Spice lingers on the palate, but remains smooth.
— a month ago

Boris EpsteinRenny Cabreros
with Boris and Renny
Sagee, Joel and 6 others liked this

R. López de Heredia

Viña Cubillo Crianza Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2016

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of tobacco, cherry, tomato leaf.
Dry. Flavors of tomato leaf, tobacco, leather, dried cherry. Rich, chewy tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 21 days ago

Tenuta delle Terre Nere

Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese Blend 2021

Strawberries, light cherry, some floral.
Color rose red. Nice vino
— a month ago

Ron, Tom and 7 others liked this

Marcel Lapierre

Morgon Gamay 2022

It is very pure—red raspberry, red cherry, and licorice, amped up with damp soil on the nose. The palate brings more licorice/anise/tarragon vibes, with a little lilac winking on the finish. The acid is vibrant, the tannins are dusky, and the alcohol is respectful. — 2 months ago

Ira, Jay and 11 others liked this

La Rioja Alta

Reserva Viña Ardanza Rioja Tempranillo Garnacha 2016

Medium-deep ruby-garnet color.
Aromas of baked cherry, tomato leaf.
Dry. Flavors of dried cherry, tomato leaf, roasted herbs, spices, floral. Medium-rich, velvety tannins. Beautiful!

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 5/5
— 2 months ago