PJ Clarkes. Jerry Jonathan. 12/12/25. Mom entered hospice today. Oysters. Shrimp cocktail. Baby gem Caesar. Burgers all around. Hot fudge brownie sundae. — 11 days ago


Fascinating, after my recent run of so-so to DNPIM (do not put in mouth) CdPs from 25 or so years of age, here’s a “basic cuvée” of CdP (think $18-20 bottle on release) that is punching far above its weight, red fruits, very fine CdP that is drinking great now, long, lingering finish, and shows promise for another 3-5 years of aging!! — 5 days ago
Great fruit in this one! Much less feral and rustic than I expected. Wow. — 10 days ago
Wax, salted almonds, butterscotch and honeysuckle. — 2 months ago
Gilbert Van Hassel
Very round full bodied Rhône. Majority Grenache, drinks beautifully now but can age easily another 10 years. Dry, mouthfillling, garigue on nose and palate. — 5 days ago