Freddy R. Troya

9.7

A commanding expression of Pritchard Hill fruit, this 2019 Melanson Cab is Napa power in its most refined form. The nose is intensely perfumed, black cherry, cassis, mahogany, dried herbs, and a touch of licorice and forest floor.

The palate follows through with depth and authority: concentrated dark fruit, cocoa powder, tobacco, and mulberry wrapped in firm but polished tannins. Dense, dry, and structured, with a long, resonant finish.

This is a wine that demands patience, decant at least two hours. Built to go the distance. 🔥🍷 — 11 days ago

Frank Soldano

9.3

Rich honey color. Long lasting legs. Light bouquet with hints of oak and slightly floral. Smooth flavors. Light taste with a slightly sweet finish. Light and smooth. — 2 months ago

Jessica J

9.3

One of the best Italian wines I've had recently. Deep, juicy cherry and plum notes dominate. Well-rounded, elegant. Great with some chocolate or a lighter pasta dish with lean meat. — 4 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

The Terre di Talamo “Vento” Toscana IGT, is bright and layered Vermentino from the stunning coastal hills of Maremma, just south of Grosseto. Grown on slopes overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, this 100% Vermentino is all about freshness, texture, and Tuscan charm.

On the nose, it offers inviting aromas of yellow stone fruits and sliced mango, with a touch of coastal minerality that keeps things dry and focused. The palate leans into ripe, juicy pear with a crisp, clean finish—balanced and full of life.

Bonus points for being crafted from 100% organically grown grapes. A vibrant, crowd-pleasing white that brings both energy and elegance to the table. Perfect for seafood, sunshine, and sharing. Cheers! — 15 days ago

Charlie Tapp

9.4

Dark fruit, leather and black licorice. — 3 months ago

Ericsson

9.5

Yes. Another Napa Cab over delivering. Cheers. — 3 months ago

Nolan Berlin

9.4

Citrus forward with notable viscosity in a way so many skin contact wines could only dream of. — 9 months ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

If you like dark, sweet tarriness, dry herb buffet, round meaty, not overdone tannins, you will love this 2013 Tor Howell Mountain.

This 2013 Tor has just started its drinking window. It is really good but better things lie ahead in 5-8 years.

Dark, meaty, heavy, round tannins. Black currants, blackberries, black raspberries, black plum skin, plum, raspberries, sweet dark chocolate baking bar, mocha, caramel, black tea, dry herbs for days, clove, nutmeg, cinnamon stick, vanillin, dry top soil, limestone, volcanic minerals, dry river stone, dry clay, twig with raindrops, iron pan, touch of iodine, dark, withering flowers, lavender & violets, very nice round acidity and a well textured, tensioned, structured, balanced but still shows braun, elegant, polished finish that lasts for days and falls on clays, earth & spice.

Photos of my Pebble Beach Food & Wine tasting with Tor & Andy Beckstoffer. — 16 days ago

Joe Flo

9.7

Fabulous 🍷 — 3 months ago

David Shaw

9.1

Fine light drinking red with an assortment of heirloom varietals you would see in a Sandlands release. Down the middle table red style with good acid but lighter in alcohol and tannins. — 7 months ago