| Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
2011 Valdicava Rosso di MontalcinoSangiovese more |
11/24/2018 - RobSpectator wrote: 89 pointsThis wine has more life than the suggested drinking window on Cellar Tracker. I'm guessing 4 years more st least. I have another bottle and will test this hypothesis by letting it sit for 4 more years. Tannins still prominent along with acid structure. |
| Red |
2009 Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valleymore |
11/23/2018 - RobSpectator wrote: 92 pointsStill holding on. Strawberries, raspberries, vanilla and spice on the finish. Probably good for one more year before peak. |
| Red |
2007 Joseph Phelps InsigniaNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
12/31/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 94 points10 years later and still powerful with great concentration of fruit and big, yet approachable tannins. Blackberry dominant with elements of chewing tobacco and leather. |
| Red |
2007 Failla Pinot Noir Peay VineyardSonoma Coast more |
12/29/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsOk, almost 2017 and this wine is still holding well. Minimal sediment, not past peak and still strong. It was cellared at 51 Fahrenheit and 65% humidity. Balance is excellent with good acid structure. Dominant red licorice marker on the nose. Standard Sonoma Pinot markers on the pallet ... Coca Cola cherry, raspberry and mild cinnamon spice. Probably will pass peak in the next year or so. |
| Red |
2005 Benziger Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Stone FarmSonoma Valley more |
12/29/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 90 pointsBottle was stored at the right conditions and was not past the peak. Wine was well balanced with a good finish. |
| Red |
2007 Obelisco Estate Cabernet Sauvignon EstateRed Mountain more |
12/25/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsI would consider uncorking in 2017 or 18 at the latest. This wine still drinks well but has softened with tannins and acid structure. The nose is still impressive but the wine is starting to lack a bold quality it had years earlier. |
| Red |
2007 Marimar Estate Pinot Noir Cristina Don Miguel VineyardRussian River Valley more |
11/26/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsGave this wine a 95 pt rating years ago and perhaps that was overzealous. Still an excellent Pinot that pleased folks at the Thanksgiving dinner. Smooth but tempered fruit after 9 years of age. The wine still have a year or two until peak. |
| Red |
2009 Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valleymore |
11/24/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsBountiful aromatics showing hints of black cherry and strawberry laces with sweet BBQ smoke. Well balanced and easy on the palate. 14.5% heat but mild. A solid Pinot overall. |
| Red |
2004 Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Il PoggioChianti Classico DOCG Sangiovese Blend, Sangiovese more |
11/8/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 88 pointsSome good tannins still holding this wine together. Hasn't peaked but fruit is definitely subsiding to be replaced by earth and mineral markers. |
| Red |
2009 Rex Hill Pinot Noir Oregonmore |
10/21/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 89 pointsDecent Pinot for the price! Aromatics are still present with notes of dried herbs, smoke and black cherry compote. There is still good balance of acid, fruit and tannins. The wine works very well with food. |
| Red |
2007 J. Bookwalter ProtagonistColumbia Valley Red Blend more |
3/30/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsStill holding up well. Probably at least one or two years remaining. |
| Red |
2012 Mollydooker Shiraz Carnival of LoveMcLaren Vale more |
3/30/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 93 pointsA complex, well structured wine. Alcohol is at 16% but you'll feel it more than you'll taste it. High sugar content is likely reflective of the Syrah berries grown in a very hot climate which translates into a lot of fruit on the palate. The Aussie terroir is evident and aromatics include blueberries, blackberries, some cassis and spice. Evident Oak toasting is there. The finish is long. Is this a No.2 WS wine? Perhaps but I would want to assess if in a few years and then another few years. Two bottles left to do so. |
| Red |
2007 J. Bookwalter ProtagonistColumbia Valley Red Blend more |
3/27/2016 - RobSpectator Likes this wine: 93 pointsNo decanting, right out of the bottle this excellent. Sweet aromas of strawberry, fruit spice cake, and freshly ground light coffee. Smooth entry on the palate showing great balance between acid and fruit. Tannins have subsided significantly. Strong finish with lingering spice notes and licorice. |
| Red |
2009 Bodegas Muga Rioja Selección EspecialTempranillo Blend, Tempranillo more |
3/26/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 89 pointsComplex, good structure and sting tannins. This one can still use time to develop. I'm guessing 2020 or later. |
| Red |
2007 Baldacci Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Four Sons Stags Leap Districtmore |
1/27/2016 - RobSpectator Likes this wine: 89 pointsStandard CA Cab - typical markers on the nose and palate. Good value for Napa but overpriced vs Cabs or big wines from South America. |
| Red |
2008 De Bortoli Riorret ViggersYarra Valley Pinot Noir more |
1/22/2016 - RobSpectator wrote: 90 pointsLight brick red hues with medium intensity aromatics. Red berries on the palate and nose nicely balanced with the acids and light tannins. Probably peaking soon. No need to decant. |
| Red |
2007 Clos ApaltaRed Bordeaux Blend more |
1/11/2016 - RobSpectator Likes this wine: 94 pointsThis wine drank exceptionally well and is an excellent value when compared to CA bordeaux style blends. What I liked also is that the wine didn't have that big, characteristic CA Cab fruit bomb characteristic. Rather, it was well balanced and there were nice elements of forest floor and herbs de province. Clearly, the standard dark berry markers were there but nicely balanced with earth, minerals and oak. Solid finish with good length. |
| Red |
2011 Masi CampofiorinVeronese IGT Corvina Blend, Corvina more |
12/20/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 79 pointsUnidimensional wine. No complexity and weak finish. I didn't finish the bottle and am not surprised by the $9 drop in price point to $14. Definitely not worth $23. Even at $14, I would add another $7 and get an Allegrini or different Ripasso. |
| Red |
2010 Failla Pinot Noir Keefer RanchRussian River Valley more |
12/19/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 92 pointsStill holding on but fruit notes have softened. Nose is still rich and tha palate is well balanced with acids integrated nicely with the alcohol, fruit and tannins. Consider uncorking in 2016 for peak. |
| Red |
2005 Marqués de Cáceres Rioja ReservaTempranillo Blend, Tempranillo more |
11/14/2015 - RobSpectator Likes this wine: 89 pointsStill has some shelf life left if stored properly. |
| Red - Fortified |
NV G.D. Vajra Barolo ChinatoNebbiolo more |
11/4/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 92 pointsOutstanding dessert wine. Beautiful nose of Christmas essence - spices like nutmeg, clove and fruit cake. Nice approach on the palate that explodes with a cornucopia of flavors and lingers on. |
| Red |
2013 G.D. Vajra Barbera d'Alba Superioremore |
11/4/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 91 pointsOutstanding, well balanced Barbera d'Alba. Blueberry and dried Darjeeling in the nose. Medium light body on the palate. Some stringency but perfect with a lighter entree. The finish is long with lingering tannins. |
| Red |
2012 Brewer-Clifton Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hillsmore |
10/26/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 93 pointsThis wine improves with time. Decant, oxidize and enjoy! |
| Red |
2008 Betz Family BésoleilColumbia Valley Red Rhone Blend more |
10/26/2015 - RobSpectator wrote: 92 pointsConsistent, well balanced, exceptional value. |
| Red |
2005 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valleymore |
10/3/2015 - RobSpectator Likes this wine: 90 pointsStill has some time in the bottle if cellared properly. |
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