Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

2021 vintage. 10.7.26. — 18 hours ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.6

2021 vintage. Decanted and passed, with high air, between two decanters four times. If it were Caymus, woulda used a blender and forgotten. Last tasted 8.5.26 (9.6) Older (60's, 70's and early 80's) vintages more fruit driven which is quite the surprise in the current Napa Cab climate. Arguably the best GDL Private Reserve this estate has ever made. That goes back six decades. Supple, velveteen entry without the temptations of appearing over-extended. Structured mid-palate. A seeker's wandering, yet undeniably substantial finish. Taste it and you tell me. — 5 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2023 vintage. So this is a very delicate, hands off producer. Whispers vs screams. For their Puligny efforts, it can be problematic as the wines can be too subtle. For this Corton-Charlemagne however, the dialing down the usual "11" C-C intensity to a 6.5-7.0 works wonders. You can actually taste and enjoy the wine instead of fending it off and, unsuccessfully, calling for help. Medium body. Mineralité for days. Plenty of citrus fruit (and a few stone ones) but none in particular driving the bus. Really, really nice. 10.7.26. — 7 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2001 vintage. Nice fill. Dreamy cork. Decanted with slightly less than expected sediment and tasted after 30 mins and one hour. Maan…miss these old-styled Spottswoode Cabs before the body/power got amped up a touch. Delicate, yet substantial in their house offering ways of yore. No rush to crush. Big Napa vintage but little pomp and circumstance here. All steak if you know how to eat this properly. 10.11.26. — 3 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2023 vintage. Medium-heavy body. Smooth and overtly dark. Surprisingly good. Upper $30's resto pricing. Without Pinot complexities now but super-drinkable. 10.7.26. — 7 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2023 vintage. Last tasted 8.14.26 (9.1). Medium body. Slightly more focused and composed. 10.7.26. — 7 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2022 vintage. Last tasted 6.12.25 (9.2). Still delicious whether you pop it for breakfast tomorrow or stash it for an impromptu show ‘em if ya got ‘em in a decade. 10.10.26. — 4 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

1979 vintage. Last tasted 12.10.25 (9.4), 8.15.25 (9.4) and 7.15.25 (9.4). Suck it, Trebek. 10.9.26. — 5 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2024 vintage. 10.7.26. — 7 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

NV. Nice, full body up front. Mineral traces and leanness on the finish with a brace of brioche mid-palate. Pleasant acidity throughout. Sub $40 a bottle resto price. A touch of class. 10.7.26. — 7 days ago