Yalumba

Bush Vine Barossa Grenache 2023

9.3

Unusually complex for Grenache at this price range. Light and slightly savory. Notes of ginger, lemongrass, and pepper right after opening. Followed by mint and licorice after it opened up. — 20 days ago

Aperture

Soil Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Robert Stackowiak

9.2

A fine Sonoma Cabernet deep purple in color. Tannins are smooth after nearly 5 years. Classic balance. April 2026. — a month ago

Kirkland Signature

Signature Series Mendoza Malbec 2023

Jonathan Potter

9.0

Good stuff. — 3 months ago

Yalumba

The Signature Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2006

Bob McDonald

9.5

Lots of mint on the nose (69% Cabernet Sauvignon; 31% Shiraz) together with blackberry. On the palate plenty of drive and power in this Cabernet Shiraz blend - layers of fruit, oak and spice. Rich and full bodied - the perfect accompaniment for a vintage Porterhouse steak - Waygu marbelling. Oak has integrated since the tasting 5 years ago. A pity that it takes 20 years for Yalumba’s Signature red to reach its peak but probably true. Interestingly the wine is matured for 22 months in American, French and Hungarian barrels coopered at Yalumba. This was the last bottle from a dozen originally purchased. — 4 months ago

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An excellent & historical visit.

Bob McDonald

@Somm David T I’m sure the Hill-Smiths would have been excellent hosts.

Chateau Ste. Michelle

Indian Wells Contemporary Winemaking Series Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Stephen Fitzpatrick

8.9

2021 vintage. Immediately hit with heavy aromas of oak, spice, berry, and a slight hint of leather. Shockingly smooth on the palette, flavors of dark cherry, with a lingering finish and defined texture. Paired well with NC Barbecue chicken and spicy potatoes. Decent go to Cab for under $25. — 10 days ago