Thorn Blossom

The Prisoner Wine Company

Thorn Napa Valley Merlot

The Prisoner Wine Co. Tasting - 3/4
Excellent Merlot
— 2 months ago

Claypool Cellars

Pachyderm Thorn Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019

Medium ruby color. Aromas of cherry, pomegranate and orange zest. Dark cherry flavors, hint of spice and black tea on the finish. — 3 months ago

Tom, Ted and 6 others liked this

Charles Heidsieck

Brut Réserve Champagne Blend

Charles "Champagne Charlie" Heidsieck was one of the first to recognize the importance of the U.S. as a Champagne market. A blend with 40% reserve wines, fruit and floral bouquet, with orange blossom & yeasty notes. Fine bubbles, nice mousse, showing quality. Outstanding rich flavors of apple, pear and biscuit, well balanced, good structure, creamy. Long finish ending with toasty nutty oak & mineral notes. — 6 months ago

Tom, Rob and 5 others liked this

Thorn-Clarke

Terra Barossa Shiraz 2019

Really loved this Barossa Shiraz! Reminds me of my early days of exploring the great Aussie Shiraz scene — 2 months ago

Château Rieussec

Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2016

This is still young but drinking superbly. Plenty of acidity to offset the sweetness, very long finish. Aromas and flavors of pineapple, orange blossom, honey, peach, apricot, dried apricot, ripe pear, candied lemon, ginger, saffron, vanilla - so much going on in the glass! Exceptional wine with excellent balance of sweetness, flavor intensity and acidity. Has many years ahead of it but hard to resist now. — 5 months ago

Bob, Tom and 13 others liked this

Thorn-Clarke

James Goddard Barossa Shiraz 2012

Quite a value from Barossa. Slightly tired but still kicking. — 9 months ago

Tom, Severn and 1 other liked this

Thorn-Clarke

Shotfire Barossa Shiraz 2019

Full bodied, soft on the palate, black berries and black current with hints of spice and chocolate. A new favorite! — 3 months ago

Tenuta delle Terre Nere

Etna Bianco Carricante Blend 2022

Blend of blend of 60% Carricante, 25% Catarratto, 10% Grecanico and 5% Minnella, aged in French oak for 10 months. Pale lemon with aromas of stone and citrus fruits adding honeysuckle blossom. On the palate flavors of apple, apricot and lemon citrus with creamy vanilla wrapped in generous acidity, long finish ending with wet stone minerality. Nice! — 5 months ago

Rob, Paul and 3 others liked this

Rockburn Wines

Cherry Blossom California Pinot Noir 2021

Decent, a bit more pepper than I’d have thought. Will gladly drink again. — 8 months ago

Grosset

Polish Hill Clare Valley Riesling 2023

Delicate stone fruits: apricot, Nectarine, grape,

Hay, blossom, ripe lemon, lemon zest orange peel marmalade.

Medium - intensity
Dry
High acid
Medium finish
Medium- body
Medium alcohol

Delicate taste on stone fruits and lemon, tight

Very good - drink now/ or I would keep it for another year at least as it is suitable for further long-term ageing

Unfined – vegan and vegetarian friendly.

Elevation: 460-480 metres.

Soil Structure: acidic loam over clay on rock.
— 9 months ago