Rob Jeffery-Swain

9.0

From the Noble Rot box — 20 days ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Omina Romana Merlot IGP 2021, Lazio, Italy

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Spicy nose with light oak and dried meats.

Medium bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing red and black fruits with wood, earth, light vegetables, herbs, light earth, tobacco leaf and light black pepper.

Tangy finish with soft tannins and raspberries.

This 3 year Merlot is still young and already drinking nicely.

Easy drinking right out of the bottle, and better with airtime, so be patient.

A good quality wine. Elegant and soft. Good by itself or with food.

100% Merlot grapes were aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$40. — 2 years ago

Vino Joe

9.1

Likable and pleasantly aromatic. Full body and wide finish. Minerality through the end. — 2 years ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.3

Vintage 1995 | Italian rooftiles colour, beautiful complex smell with cedar, vanilla. True to type sangiovese. Surprisingly power. High acidity so a good companion with our pasta veel cheek | at Babbo Pinsa Romana — 3 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Château Coucheroy Blanc 2019
Pessac-Léognan, Graves, Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A 100% Sauvignon Blanc crafted by the esteemed Vignobles André Lurton family at Château Coucheroy. Located in Pessac-Léognan, this estate combines noble Bordeaux heritage with modern elegance. The wine’s name—rooted in legend of King Henri IV’s visit—underscores its timeless appeal.  

Aromas & Flavors
Pale yellow with green highlights, the nose is bright and vibrant with notes of lemon, citrus, and floral undertones. The palate mirrors this freshness with lime zest, delicate white florals, and a subtle saline touch that adds harmony.  

Mouthfeel
Refreshing and balanced, this wine is well-rounded yet crisp. Its texture is smooth and approachable, finishing with a clean, lingering mineral accent. 

Winemaking Notes
Vinification blends complexity and purity: partially fermented and aged in oak barrels for structure, and part in temperature-controlled stainless steel for freshness. Lees aging enhances depth without overpowering natural vibrancy.  

Food Pairing
Perfect with bright, lightly seasoned seafood: think green asparagus flans, grilled langoustines, or classic Saltimbocca alla Romana. 

Verdict
Château Coucheroy Blanc 2019 is a beautifully crafted expression of Sauvignon Blanc from Graves. It pairs refreshing acidity and mineral clarity with elegant texture—making for both a delightful aperitivo and a refined pairing wine. Its appeal lasts across meals and moments. Cheers! — 5 months ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Omina Romana Chardonnay ARS Magna 2020, Lazio, Italy

Dark golden in color.

Nose of citrus, yellow apples, melons and spices.

Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with apples, lemons, oak, vanilla and Indian spices.

Spicy finish with nuts and more spices.

This is a very tasty Chardonnay from Lazio, Italy. Feels like a white Burgundy.

Showing nice complexity now, and feels young. Oaky and spicy. A good quality wine.

This 4 year old is easy drinking and good by itself or with food.

Aged in used French oak barrels for 12 months on the lees.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$65. — 2 years ago

Ata Üzer

9.2

Bol meyveli hafif ballı — 3 years ago

Tom Casagrande

9.2

Bought at the winery in August. Light, but so fragrant and flavorful. Works beautifully with our Pollo alla Romana. Cinnamon-spiced berry juice and crushed rock on the nose. Broadly-flavored. Deep spiced berry juice that turns savory in the clingy finish. Great balance. Such a fun wine. — a year ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Omina Romana Viognier ARS Magna 2020, Lazio, Italy

Dark golden in color with a beautiful nose.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity

Showing citrus, apples, pears, melons, honey, light tropical fruits, spices, papayas and minerals.

Tangy finish with limes and light almonds.

This is a good quality wine. Tasty and good by itself or with food. Very elegant, tangy and spicy.

Loved the nose here.

100% Viognier grapes were fermented in new French oak barrels, and then aged for 12 months.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$70. — 2 years ago

Jean-Phillippe Landry

8.9

This not my grape at all but was really pleasantly surprised by this wine. Very different. — 3 years ago