Ed Heiser

9.2

About as smooth as you get. Great little find for the price. — a month ago

with Lindsay

brando cox

8.9

Fruit forward and well balanced. Raspberry cassis through and through. Nose and taste are aligned. Solid wine, at the average price point in the US and EU there may be better values to be had. — 4 months ago

"Odedi"

9.3

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Strong nose of black plums, currants, blackberries, licorice, light cedar, vanilla, toast, tobacco, chocolates, coffee and cola.

Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry and fruit forward on the palate with blackberries, black currants, black plums, cedar, tobacco leaf, light earth, herbs, spices, licorice, vanilla, cola, peppercorn, chocolates and dark coffee.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 12 year old red blend from Napa Valley is peaking now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next few years.

Complex, engaging and delicious after 60 minutes of airtime. I enjoyed the nose even more than the palate.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with BBQ Meats.

14.6% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$45. — 5 months 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. — 13 days 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.
— 5 months ago

Ericsson

9.3

Sweet Tannat from Uruguay, that alone is praise. — 8 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. — 3 months ago

Taavi Davies

9.0

Not much on the nose, but lovely dark colour with a rich and herbaceous roundness, nice tannins — 5 months ago

Raul Puga

9.1

Crisp and refreshing — 7 months ago

Dave

8.9

Heavy stuff.
Having the last glass on day 3. It's mellowed out quite a bit. Juicy mouthfeel, I taste and smell candy and nuts; my brain says Boston baked bean candy. It finishes with brooding, dark cherry and blueberry, with a little nutmeg. The tannins have chilled, but still leathery. I enjoyed it!
Listening to Charlie Parker 👍 — 8 months ago