Byron C Mayes

9.0

Clear, dark ruby. Abundant nose of cherry lozenges and the coating on marzipan. Echoed on the medium palate which adds juicy blackberry, bright acidity, and "just enough" medium minus tannins. Finish is moderately long and continues the palate in a slightly darker mode. An excellent example of NZ Pinot Noir that's ready for any dish you can throw at it. Seafood, poultry, roast pork, and of course American Thanksgiving. Drink now. — 8 days ago

Byron C Mayes

9.1

Dark, slightly clingy purple with near opaque core. Inviting nose and full-bodied palate yield ashen blueberry, ripe black plum, and light graphite. Velvety medium plus tannins buffeted by light French oak. Finish is lengthy and dark chocolate infused. Well-structured but still with rich warm-climate fruit. An excellent food--friendly Merlot that can spar with the best of the Right bBank. Drink now through 2030 with a Porterhouse or beef stew. — 2 months ago

Byron C Mayes

9.2

Byron had this 3 months ago

Byron C Mayes

9.2

Deep gold. Fine persistent bubbles, even in a non-sparkling glass. Lime rind and green apple on the shy nose. Confirmed on the bright, medium palate which adds dark white bread toast and a hint of ash. Finish is moderate with a note of minerally yellow apple. Excellent complex Champagne to accompany rich seafood dishes. Drink now through 2032. — 19 days ago

Byron C Mayes

Byron had this 2 months ago

Byron C Mayes

Byron had this 2 months ago

Byron C Mayes

9.0

Dark ruby purple. Black currant cobbler on the inviting nose. Echoed on the medium full palate which adds red plum and light hints of French vanilla oak. Really good structure. Firm but approachable tannins and medium acidity. Moderate finish. A wonderfully old school Cabernet from a premium producer at a great price ($20!) cents ne enough "stuff" to lay down for a short while. Drink now through 2030 with a roast or NY strip. — 4 months ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Transparent ruby. Shy nose and medium light palate of black cranberry and light silky oak. Medium acidity and next to zero tannins. Moderate finish. Light yet flavorful, Nostru shows why this is the red that Sicilians drink with seafood. You can also enjoy it with lighter cuts of beef or pork. Drink now. — 2 months ago

Byron C Mayes

9.1

Dark ruby. Inviting nose and medium palate of bitter black cherry, black tea, and lightly oaky vanilla. Medium acidity. Velvety medium tannins. Classically smooth RRV Pinot Noir that’s a match for all upscale fare. Drink now through 2030. — 2 months ago

Byron C Mayes

9.0

Dark, glass-clinging purple. Inviting nose and full palate of baked blueberries and overripe blackberries in a wooden bowl. Medium acidity. Medium tannins. Wonderfully long finish that continues the palate and adds a dark graphite earthiness. Excellent New World red for classic American meat-centered meals. Steak with a cowboy rub is at the top of the list of course. Drink now through 2031. — 2 months ago