Subtle Spirits

Château Cheval Blanc

St. Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend 1982

A gorgeous entrancing nose. Roses and plum, floral notes. Quite subtle and polished. Glossy. Really delicious. Classy stuff. — 23 days ago

Walker StrangisDavid Schachter
with Walker and David
Ceccherini, Tom and 14 others liked this
Alan Weinberg

Alan Weinberg

I remember buying 3 bottles of this in 1985 after tasting at Dennis Overstreet. I had to steady my writing hand with my other hand as I had never paid $42.50 for a bottle of wine!
Conrad Green

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Those were the days! A superb wine
Ira Schwartz

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@Alan Weinberg scary that the sales tax today exceeds your cost of purchase in 1985

Louis Roederer

Cristal Brut Champagne Chardonnay Pinot Noir Blend 2002

Gorgeous dazzling fruit but softened and subtle. Pretty and long and delicious — 9 months ago

Jeroen, Joe and 17 others liked this

Château Margaux

Premier Grand Cru Classé Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 1953

Very soft and plush. Cherry and gentle orange rind. Subtle and delicious — 2 years ago

BOT Matt LichtenbergPaul Woolls
with BOT, Matt and 1 other
Jan, Shay and 9 others liked this

Silver Oak

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Somm David T
8.9

It has been 15 years or so since I’ve had a Silver Oak. Thought I check in. Nothing has changed, every vintage basically tastes the same. It almost like they add flavoring. 🤷‍♂️ One red you could not fool me blind. Short Rib was excellent.

At Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2025.

The ticket to this event has a pretty big price tag. But when you consider what a Napa etc. tasting or two and lunch would cost you, you are pretty much there and there is so much more than that. It ends up having great value. It’s wine, spirits and food candy land.
— 21 days ago

Jay, Tom and 6 others liked this

Dom Pérignon

Brut Champagne Blend 2013

Great balance. Subtle apple on the palate. Tiny bubbles as you would expect in a premium champagne. December 2024. — 4 months ago

Andrew, Ira and 4 others liked this

Laurent-Perrier

Cuvée Rosé Brut Champagne

Ming L
9.3

To me L-P is a reference point for NV rose.
Ripe yet refreshing, persistent fine bubbles, vibrant palate with great fruit intensity and subtle minerality, creamy and airy texture, clean finish. Just a sense of overall balance.
— a year ago

Severn, Tom and 6 others liked this

Ridge Vineyards

Lytton Springs Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Blend 2019

Pepper on the nose; fruit is subtle compared to the Blasi and more complex. Still feels young — 3 years ago

Opus One

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2004

At over 20 years old, the 2004 Opus One is showing beautifully, striking a balance between maturity and vibrancy. On the nose, it opens with an inviting bouquet of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries, layered with subtle notes of violet, tobacco, and espresso.
On the palate, the wine is smooth and full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and a silky texture that coats the mouth without being heavy. The core is rich with dark fruit—black plum, currant, and a touch of blueberry—balanced by earthy undertones and a whisper of leather. Definitely one of my favorites.
— 20 days ago

Michael Cammarata
with Michael

Château Lafite Rothschild

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 1982

Silky and refined. Subtle notes of lead pencil and soft chalky red fruit. Very complete and subtle and delicious. Harmonious — 6 months ago

David Schachter
with David
Jay, Shay and 14 others liked this

Château Cos d'Estournel

Saint-Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend 1988

Birthday wine. Such a special treat. Still loads of acidity like we woke up a giant. Subtle fruit with stamped out tannins. Truly a treat. — 2 years ago

Ted, LM and 14 others liked this
Joseph Barsky

Joseph Barsky

Happy Birthday!