Mark Osmers

8.9

The 2020 vintage of Michael David Freak Show is a blend for everyday drinking. A blend of Syrah (appx 54%), Petite Sirah (appx 42%) and Souzao (appx 4%), it is a balanced, fruit-forward red wine with notes of dark berries and plum. Although it does not provide the complexity and tannic structure of a Napa or Sonoma Cabernet, neither does it come with the same price tag.

I recommend this wine, but just find the circus-themed bottle label a little freaky. — a month ago

Louis Martin

9.2

Dry, crisp, tart, smooth, nice mineral finish, paired perfectly with crab claws. — a month ago

Rufus King

9.4

Rich, smooth Chablis (Chardonnay) enjoyed with salad course at Vinoteca Pompette, Toronto — 2 months ago

Paul Masson

9.6

It doesn’t get much better than this — 13 days ago

David Waddell

9.2

Clean, full bodied Montrachet with almondy body, hint of lemon and in excellent condition. — 3 years ago

Ron Kyle

9.0

Always reliable. — a month ago

JKT

9.1

Very nice balanced well aged complex blend. — 2 months ago

Mark Osmers

8.9

I didn’t have expectations when I opened this bottle, but Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon proved to be a nice discovery. This 2021 Lodi cab delivers beyond its modest price point, opening with an assertive nose that hints at the intensity to come.

The first taste reveals bold, concentrated dark fruit that dominates the palate—ripe blackberry takes center stage, supported by layers of black cherry that add depth and complexity. There’s a jammy richness here that speaks to Lodi’s warm climate and the wine’s full ripeness at harvest. What genuinely surprised me was the balance. Despite the fruit-forward intensity, there’s nothing cloying or one-dimensional about this Cabernet.

The oak integration is particularly well-handled, providing a smooth, vanilla-tinged backdrop that rounds out the wine’s edges without overwhelming the fruit. The finish lingers pleasantly, carrying those dark berry notes through with a silky texture that makes this remarkably easy to drink.

Rating: recommend for every day drinking  — a month ago

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Andrew H

9.2

Love it so much — a month ago

Andrea Watt

9.0

Lime, apple, and honeysuckle. Light and zesty but a touch less dry. — 2 months ago