Jeremiah Diaz

9.1

Clear, medium ruby in color; on the nose, it's clean with pronounced intensity primary and secondary aromas of red pepper flakes, red plums, and tabacco; on the palate, it's dry with high acidity, medium tannins, medium alcohol, medium body, and pronounced primary and secondary flavors of raspberries, strawberries, tart cherries, and clay pots with a long finish. This wine is intense and complex. Overall, I rate this wine as very good. — 2 months ago

"Odedi"

9.0

Pale lemon in color with a light golden hue.

Light nose of citrus fruits and minerals.

Medium bodied with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with mild complexity.

Showing lemons, red and green apples, grapefruits, herbs and spices.

Medium length on the finish with limes and grapefruits.

This Albariño from Uruguay is drinking like an Italian Pinot Grigio. Interesting stuff.

Wine Spectator 89 points. Wine Enthusiasts 91 points.

Easy drinking, and good by itself or with food.

13% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$20. — 6 months ago

Raul Puga

9.1

Crisp and refreshing — 10 months ago

Hermes Cuello

8.9

3 liters bottle kept for 10 years, very special one — 4 years ago

Bernardo Parente

9.2

Outstanding flavor, smooth, smelly. — 6 years ago

Ben Rossen

9.1

Inky and dark. Needs at least an hour to open up. Rich black fruit, chocolate, mocha, perhaps subtle vegetal note. Grippy but not overwhelmingly tannic. Good structure with high acid. Very good now and probably for at least a few years. — 7 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Great red from Uruguay. Big black fruit aromas. Full and ripe fruit flavors of blackberries and plums. Big note of juniper berries. Hints of herbs and just the right amount of oak. Rich and velvety texture. Did not have the big tannin structure I was expecting. Blending in 30% Merlot is a great move. Really softened the big Tennat tannin reputation. Outstanding vino! — 8 years ago

with John

Jeremiah Diaz

9.3

Clear, deep ruby in color; on the nose, it's clean with pronounced intensity primary and secondary aromas of plum, cassis, and smoke; on the palate, it's dry with medium acidity, high tannins, high alcohol, full body, and pronounced intensity flavors of black cardamom, crushed gravel, and black olives. Definitely needs to breath. — 2 months ago

Ed Heiser

9.2

About as smooth as you get. Great little find for the price. — 4 months ago

with Lindsay

Taavi Davies

9.0

Not much on the nose, but lovely dark colour with a rich and herbaceous roundness, nice tannins — 8 months ago

Raul Puga

9.3

So smooth. Delicious — 4 years ago

Kapyrick Wine

9.2

v15. This is good! Mocha, crushed cherries and smoked meat nose. Juicy black fruit and raspberry medley. Smooth, bright, long, chocolate and black pepper finish. Would pair well with many foods, first thought was spicy pasta! — 5 years ago

Juan Sebastián Duque

9.4

Vino muy rico con sabe suave. Buen acompañamiento. — 6 years ago

Martin Marshall

9.0

Smooth and flavorful. Blue fruit. Not sweet — 7 years ago

Seth Masterson

8.9

Uruguay, eh? And 5 years of bottle conditioning has given this blend a subtle Lemon Pledge odor (benzene aromas) and a nice, thick but not quite unctuous mouth feel. The 30% Chardonnay keeps it fresh and a little bit lively. Also some of those tropical fruit notes that I have picked out in Brazilian chardonnays.
Interesting enough to pick up a bottle. The family's history is from Piedmont, 2nd and 3rd generation now growing 30 acres (or was it hectares?) of estate grapes. — 4 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Pisano “Río de los Pájaros” Reserve 2024
Progreso, Uruguay 🇺🇾

Overview
An impressive white out of 100% Torrontés grapes from the Pisano family estate, representing Uruguay’s Atlantic expression of this aromatic varietal. Subtle yet elegant, this wine redefines Torrontés with finesse rather than flamboyance.

Aromas & Flavors
Enticing florals, white jasmine, honeysuckle, and orange blossom, lifted by stone fruit and citrus zest. Notes of lychee and pear gently unfold as it opens in the glass.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and a rounded mid-palate. The texture is supple yet vibrant, giving a polished feel to a grape often known for exuberance. The finish is clean, layered, and persistent.

Food Pairings
Superb with ceviche, grilled shrimp, or Southeast Asian dishes with a touch of spice. Also delightful with goat cheese salads or simply enjoyed solo.

Verdict
A sophisticated take on Torrontés, aromatic yet balanced, expressive yet composed. A must-try example of Uruguay’s potential in white wines.Cheers!

Did You Know?
“Río de los Pájaros” translates to River of the Painted Birds, Uruguay’s poetic name derived from the native Guaraní language, a tribute to its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.
— 8 months ago

Matthew Heyboer

9.5

Very happy with my wine purchase. Notes of sweet black cherry, it's really delightful, and lightly herby/floral on the nose with a bite of acidity

Initially it's very soft on the palate with undertones of cherry and blackberry. It's followed by a warm, rounded tannic body that continues to carry the cherry throughout. Ends very gently with a more berry/herby aftertaste with notes of unknown herbs — 2 years ago

with Peter

Meghan Boyle

9.0

Love this wine! — 5 years ago

Michael L.

9.7

Absolutely gorgeous red! Dark chocolate hints with cigar smoke and earth. Many layers. — 6 years ago

Ned Gray Creed

8.9

My first wine from Uruguay, I think. Taste of the Andes in SF yesterday. — 8 years ago

with Mark