Spectacular, full-bodied, and intense, yet silky smooth. Drinking well now, but plenty of time left. Dark chocolate, dark cherries, cassis, oregano and other herbs. Decanted for about four hours. — 8 days ago
A Fav! Medium+ lemon color with aromas of stone fruits, spice, floral, cedar, biscuits and citrus. On the palate flavors of apple, pear & ripe apricot with citrus zest, honeysuckle and nutty toasty oak notes, rich with creamy tones. Smooth, long finish, well balanced with acidity, ending with fruit and integrated creamy oak. Nice! — a month ago
Another new one, unusual Cali Cortese with 12 years. Color on the yellow amber side and nose with mature notes with a touch of oxidation. Balanced on palate — 12 days ago
Dry high acidity elegant blossom hint of wet stone pale lemon green green apple pear lemon grapefruit med body smooth long finish — 18 days ago
Enjoyed with Ray’s piano group in Palo Alto after a wonderful recital! We enjoy Diora’s Pinot especially after decanting. Gentle Pinot very drinkable. Reasonably priced. — a month ago
Barrel aged 10 months sur lie! Medium lemon color with aromas of stone and citrus fruits with notes of warm baking spice. On the palate ripe apple and lemon flavors with vanilla and nutty toasty oak. Well balanced on medium finish ending, a bit buttery with slight oak and mineral notes. Drink now! — 14 days ago
Smooth as silk. 2011 vintage is tasting great. Plum, boysenberry, black currant, tobacco notes. — 20 days ago
Brian S
New SVH bottling only available in California, if interested let me know I have access. — 16 days ago