FabianG

8.9

#wineaccess — 2 months ago

Ted

9.0

Love the label. Rose season is upon us and I will try anything. Pink grapefruit and candied cherries. — 4 years ago

Ryan Frank

9.0

2019 vintage — 5 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.5

Took care of the twins and definitely deserved a wine of this quality. Long Lingering fruit, well balanced, with great tannins. Young with huge upside 🍷Almost worth being full time babysitter — 8 years ago

Peg Hanssen

9.8

Preparing for our adventure to Portugal Surdyks’ Recommendation:
(Douro) Portugal is a prolific wine country, best known for its sweet dessert wine - Port. World famous in its many styles, Port is sweet and fortified, prized for its rich flavors and lush texture. Portugal also has fabulous dry red wine. Dow’s “Vale do Bomfim” is made with the same grapes and sourced from the same historic Douro Valley that produces Dow’s great Ports. Portugal’s indigenous grapes – Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinto Cão – are names that should pique your interest and draw you to this imported discovery. Picked by hand and manually sorted with great care, the grapes are fermented in small vats. The resulting wine has complexity and style. Portugal’s Douro Valley has consistently good climate and growing conditions almost every year. The flavors are dynamic and the tannic structure is soft and silky. This is a really good wine for all occasions, with an affordable price and value.
$8.49 Spring 2017 ($14.49) — 8 years ago

John J

9.0

Spanish blend of syrah-garnacha-cab, balanced fruit and persistent tannins into day 2 of tasting. Best with an hour of opening. — 9 years ago

Alexandra Clint

9.8

Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash-- we don't care... — 10 years ago

with Anthony

Rob Brobst III

9.8

2023 Screaming Eagle. Hit me up if you’re looking for some…. I’ll take care of you. — 3 months ago

Amy Brackin

8.9

Always enjoy Silver Oak and tonight is care of a virtual wine tasting so it’s even better when it’s shipped to you as a gift! — 5 years ago

Nick Loewen

9.0

Nice. Bright taste. Cherry and long finish. — 6 years ago

romo

8.9

I really don’t care. Do u? — 8 years ago

David Walser

9.0

Not my favorite Melaka product but comes with the care package. — 8 years ago

Dan Pugh

8.9

Nice Chardonnay; buttery and rich with well blended fruit. Very pleasant to sip. A tiny bit oily in the nose, and very slightly acidic at the finish, but the overall effect is very nice. Maureen says, "good, but it has s slightly sour aftertaste that I don't care for." — 9 years ago

Tyson Frantz

9.0

So big, so round, so juicy. Dark chocolate, dried red fruit. I don't care that it's Apothic... it's effing delicious. — 9 years ago

with Erica

Ted

9.2

I will drink this again. Used a cupful for my spicy shrimp fra diavolo and enjoyed the rest. — 3 years ago

with Jeni

Seiji Takeuchi

8.9

I normally don't buy Bordeau wines, but for a change. Deep dark wine red. Oaky with tannin, and dark fruit note. Decanting should make it better (I just don't care much...). Cericiers means cherry trees, according to google. Should have noticed the cherry. — 4 years ago

Helen Te

9.5

Wow. I’m more of a red drinker and rarely care for whites, but was craving risotto so needed a decent one. This was a very pleasant surprise. A punch in the nose of honey and sweet lemons, and soon following with apples... even a bit of fresh sea breeze. I thought it was going to be sweet because of the nose, but it’s still a nice dry, round white; barely tart ending. It is exactly what I was looking for to make my meal and I probably can finish the rest of the bottle myself. It pairs really well with my lemon asparagus and chives risotto. The price is fantastic as well. Definitely a keeper and will stock up for future weeknight drinks. — 6 years ago

Ryan Knight

9.4

A didn’t care for it as much though. — 8 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Champagne Paul Bara, Bouzy – Special Club Grand Cru, Reims, 2005

Overview
A standout grower Champagne from Bouzy, carrying the prestige of the Special Club designation and the depth of a Grand Cru. Crafted with meticulous care, this cuvée rested over 36 months on the lees before disgorgement, bringing a richness and complexity worthy of the vintage.

Aromas & Flavors
The nose is expressive with layers of baked brioche, toasted hazelnut, and almond cream, underpinned by ripe orchard fruits and subtle citrus zest. On the palate, it delivers a beautifully yeasty core, with flavors of apple tart, quince, lemon curd, and a touch of honey. Mineral edges and a faint chalky salinity keep the richness in perfect check.

Mouthfeel
Elegant yet powerful. The mousse is fine and persistent, coating the palate with creamy texture while the acidity provides both lift and tension. The lees aging shows in the roundness and savory depth, giving a long and polished finish.

Food Pairing
Perfect with seared scallops, lobster in beurre blanc, or a simple truffle risotto. Its balance of richness and freshness also makes it a stunning partner for aged Comté or Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Verdict
An impressive expression of both terroir and time in cellar. Champagne Paul Bara’s Special Club 2005 shows off why Grand Cru Bouzy fruit, combined with extended lees aging, creates a Champagne of immense character and grace. A bottle that commands attention at the table, while rewarding patience and appreciation. Cheers! — 9 years ago

B

10

1994 Artadi Grandes Anadas Reserva Tempranillo. Dinner at Tap during staycation. K couldn't remember where or how he had gotten this, but thought it was worth a try. Drank after the '08 Flowers PN and what a contrast. This wine was big, chewy and funky- not barnyard, but earth, mushrooms, musty moss. A predictably loved this wine. We really enjoyed it and thought that it drank great, but could hold a while longer. — 10 years ago