Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.0

Atherton Wine Imports 2026 tasting at République, Los Angeles. 2021 vintage. Solid, if unspectacular. 3.18.26. — 3 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

Atherton Wine Imports 2026 tasting at République, Los Angeles. 2023 vintage. Earth. Berries. Cherry/Plum. Medium body. Well made, well balanced. And the price doesn’t make you wince. 3.18.26. — 3 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Angeleno Wine Company – White Field Blend 2019
Sierra Pelona Valley, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A truly unique white field blend made of 35% Modelo, 35% Loureiro, and 30% Treixadura—all Iberian-origin grapes grown in the high-desert terroir of Los Angeles County’s Sierra Pelona Valley. Angeleno Wine Company specializes in rare plantings and unusual blends, making this wine both distinctive and a conversation starter.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh and fragrant, with notes of citrus blossom, pear, green apple, quince, and subtle stone fruit, accented by herbal and mineral undertones. Loureiro and Treixadura bring floral lift and aromatic complexity, while Modelo (native to Spain) adds body and texture.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with brisk acidity, a touch of salinity, and a rounded finish. Clean, refreshing, and balanced, with enough texture to give it character beyond a simple “porch-pounder.”

Winemaking Notes
Hand-harvested and co-fermented to reflect the authentic field blend tradition. Fermentation in stainless steel preserves freshness, while sur lie aging adds weight and mouth-coating texture.

Food Pairing
Excellent with ceviche, grilled shrimp, sushi, tapas, or even Mediterranean mezze. A versatile white that shines with seafood and bright vegetarian dishes.

Verdict
A rare and exciting expression of Los Angeles terroir. Complex yet approachable, this wine highlights Angeleno’s adventurous spirit and celebrates unusual grapes in California winemaking. A hidden gem worth seeking out. — 7 months ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

Atherton Wine Imports 2026 tasting at République, Los Angeles. 2022 vintage. Beautifully made. Not inexpensive but worth the splurge and wonderfully sumptuous. 3.18.26. — 3 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

Atherton Wine Imports 2026 tasting at République, Los Angeles. 2022 vintage. Medium-medium heavy body. This was like a home-cooked holiday dinner. What to load the plate up with first? So much good stuff. Tons of fruit and tannins and already showing great balance even though it just started walking. Resto cost? That’s the best part. $38 a btl. Sign me up. 3.18.26. — 3 days ago

Carter Snead

9.5

Crazy delicious. — 7 months ago

with John and Leigh

"Odedi"

8.9

Dark purple/ inky in color with a reddish rim.

Beautiful nose with wild flowers, red cherries, currents, sweet strawberries, dark chocolates, light tobacco, light wood, Indian spices and black pepper

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with sour cherries, plums, cooked strawberries, spices, herbs, light wood, coffee and peppercorn.

Short finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 8-year-old Petit Verdot from Los Angeles County is still drinking very nicely now. Fruity and elegant. Tangy and interesting.

Needs 90 minutes to open up properly, and show the beautiful nose, which I loved.

Not what one might expect from a California Petit Verdot, however it is very interesting to try.

I had this vintage 3 years ago, and it was drinking better then.

A good food wine that I paired with cheeses and dried meats.

100% Petit Verdot grapes were hand-picked and aged for 44 months in French oak barrels. A small production of only 360 bottles.

14.7% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$40. — a year ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

Atherton Wine Imports 2026 tasting at République, Los Angeles. 2022 vintage. Priced similarly to Pégau’s Cuvée Réservée. Medium/medium heavy body. Excellent views and a well-marked trail to follow. Plenty of stuffing with the balance to boot. 3.18.26. — 3 days ago

Alex Mutch

9.0

fun drinking chilled red with unexpected grapes — 2 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.6

Moraga Estate – Sauvignon Blanc – Vintage 1999
Bel Air, Los Angeles, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A remarkable bottle of 100% Sauvignon Blanc from Moraga Estate, located in the rolling hills of Bel Air. Despite its 25+ years of age, this wine has defied time, showing incredible vitality and freshness. A rare showcase that Sauvignon Blanc, under the right terroir and winemaking, can achieve serious longevity.

Aromas & Flavors
Notes of preserved lemon, dried apricot, lanolin, and beeswax unfold gracefully, interlaced with hints of chamomile tea and subtle nutty oxidative tones. The acidity remains vibrant, keeping the palate lifted, with a saline, mineral edge that speaks of its unique site.

Mouthfeel
Still taut and structured, with an oily richness balanced by a linear, mouthwatering acidity. The texture is round yet precise, with a finish that lingers beautifully.

Food Pairings
Ideal with aged goat cheese, seared scallops, or roast chicken with lemon and herbs. A wine this nuanced also shines solo, worthy of quiet contemplation.

Verdict
Astonishing endurance from a varietal not usually associated with long-term cellaring. This is more than a wine, it’s history in a glass.

Did You Know?
Moraga Estate is one of the only commercial wineries operating within Los Angeles city limits, with vineyards planted in the limestone-rich canyons of Bel Air facing south west. Its wines have long been a hidden treasure, often snapped up by Hollywood insiders.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This bottle was a revelation, proving that California Sauvignon Blanc, under the right conditions, can rival the ageability of Old World whites. A true collector’s gem and a memorable experience. — 5 months ago