A nice, light but layered sauv blanc. — 8 days ago
A superb Zinfandel blend that tastes great now and possesses the requisite structure to age. Ridge sets the standard in American winemaking. Their corpus of high quality wines is unmatched in America and challenges the entire industry worldwide. — a month ago
Very nice GSM from Tablas Creek at their entry level price. — a month ago
71st birthday. The last bottle of Carignane… — 2 months ago
Juicy Tuscan red blend with medium tannin and acidity enjoyed with steak salad at Willow and Ivy, Lennox Hotel, Boston — 3 months ago
A perfect complement to osso bucco and fish soup! Rich red fruit with good structure - M tannins and M+ acidity. Very enjoyable. — 3 months ago

Complex, dry Piedmontese white (Cortese), gift from friends, Drakes Island, ME — a month ago
Aromas of dark cherry and black licorice. Spicy but decadent on the palate. Bold and dry finish. Very nice. — a month ago
Decant and pour. An amazing still dark garnet with bricking. On the nose: subtle notes of dark fruit, worn leather, herbaceous, pencil shavings, mint. Taste: savory, silky, elegant wine with some dried cherry/red plum, currants, tobacco, spice, earth, coffee grounds and a medium plus finish. YUM!!! Drinking beautifully for its age on this rain for an hour cool afternoon in Napa. — 3 months ago

For Bordeaux blend that can age effortlessly for 10-15 years but won’t break the bank, the Mariner and the BV Tapestry are my top choices.
The nose shows blackberry, black currant, baking spices, autumn leafs, iron, and hint of cocoa. Medium to full body. Excellent balance. Supple fine tannins. More Bordeaux like than the Tapestry IMO.
18 months in French & Hungarian oak, 44% new. — a month ago
Chianti Classico Tasting @ Ai Fiori 4/27/26 — 19 days ago
Mother clone is always a treat. — a month ago
1hr+ decant. Got better over the course of three hours. See previous notes. Had a little Spanish influence to it. This rocks! — a month ago
Aromas of apple, pear, mango, and peach. Soft and round on the palate with a hint of dry tartness in the finish. Very easy drinker. — 3 months ago
Needs air. — 3 months ago
Neil Valenzuela
Deep purple color. Aromas of black cherry, plum, baking spices and oak. Nicely balanced, black fruit in the palate, anise and black tea.
🍇 7 % Merlot — 19 days ago