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Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 12h

La Jota Vineyard Howell Mountain Cabernet Franc 2019, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeCjAgO... #cabernetfranc #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #HowellMountain #wine #vino #vinho #wineoclock #sommlife #winedown #winelover #drinkup #odedi

La Jota Vineyard Howell Mountain Cabernet Franc 2019, Napa Valley, California

Inky in color with a purplish rim.

Pretty nose with lots of black fruits, chocolates and cedar notes.

Full-bodied with medium plus acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, plums, cooked cherries, oak, chocolates, vanilla, licorice, spices, tobacco, herbs, earth and black pepper.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and pomegranates.

This is a delicious Cabernet Franc from Howell Mountain in Napa Valley. Rich and extracted, elegant and fruit forward. Nicely balanced with nice complexity, and a soft mouthfeel.

Still young, and needs a few more years in the bottle to mature properly, but already very approachable. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

Wine Enthusiasts 95 points. Robert Parker 93 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, or with food. Will pair nicely with Lamb dishes.

100% Cabernet Franc grapes were aged in (67% new) French Oak barrels for 21 months. Unfiltered and unfined.

14.1% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$135.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Vérité Estate La Joie 2021, Sonoma County, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeASG7A... #cabernet #sonoma #merlot #FineWine #petitverdot #wine #vino #vinho #lovewine #luxurylife #winereview #odedi #winewriter #winesky #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #goodwine #ilovewine

Vérité Estate La Joie 2021, Sonoma County, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Dark ruby in color with a short reddish rim.

Nose of black currants, black cherries, light oak, spices, chocolates, herbs, coffee, licorice, tobacco leaf, earth, black tea and peppercorn.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs

Dry on the palate with plums, black currants, light oak, licorice, chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, coffee and earth.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 5 year old Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Sonoma County is already drinking beautifully. Rich and extracted. Fruit forward and chewy, complex and engaging. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

Still very young, and needs at least 7 years in the bottle to mature properly, so be patient. Will continue to age nicely in the next 25 years, and showing good potential to become a 95+ point wine.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

A blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. Aged for 16 months in (95% new) French Oak barrels.

13.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$500.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Chateau Rouget Pomerol 2016, Bordeaux, France www.instagram.com/reel/Dd9vz7U... #merlot #pomerol #cabernetfranc #bordeaux #frenchwine #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife #winewriter #odedi #redwinelover #redwine

Chateau Rouget Pomerol 2016, Bordeaux, France

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose of red and black fruits with light cedar, chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, earth, herbs and spices.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black currants, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, herbs, light earth, coffee, spices, tobacco leaf and peppercorn.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Merlot from Pomerol. Rich and extracted. Fruit forward and complex. Elegant, and nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

Wine Spectator 92 points.

This 10 year old Merlot is starting to drink at its peak now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in (33% new) French Oak barrels.

92 points.

15% alcohol by volume.

$90.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Stuhlmuller Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Alexander Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dd67uDn... #cabernet #AlexanderValley #cabernetsauvignon #petitverdot #goodwine #ilovewine #wine #odedi #winefreak #winereview #winepic #redwinelover #wein #winewriter #winesky #winewriter

Stuhlmuller Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Alexander Valley, California

Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose with red and black fruits, light wood, chocolates, light earth, herbs and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black currants, blueberries, plums, licorice, light cedar, earth, milk chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn.

Nice length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very tasty Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley. Rich and fruit forward. Elegant and nicely balanced, complex and entertaining.

Very true to the Terroir, and shows very much like an Alexander Valley Cabernet.

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 7 years.

Good right out of the bottle, and better with airtime. Easy drinking and good by itself or with food.

A blend of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Petit Verdot. Aged in (50% new) French oak barrels for 18 months.

14.3% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$45.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Dom Perignon Lady Gaga Brut Champagne 2010, France www.instagram.com/reel/Dd4eqc0... #chardonnay #PinotNoir #champagne #LadyGaga #wine #vino #vinho #odedi #winewriter #frenchwine #vin #luxurylife #winereview #sparklingwine

Dom Perignon Lady Gaga Brut Champagne 2010, France

#AgedWineTuesday

Light yellow in color, with an engaging and pretty nose.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity and soft, small bubbles.

Dry on the palate, elegant and complex.

Showing citrus, limes, green apples, yeast, herbs, light bread, light vegetables, earth, sea salt and minerals.

Soft finish with almonds and vegetables.

This 16 year old Champagne is absolutely fantastic now. Delicious and nicely balanced. Rich and complex.

I had this vintage before, and this time it is so much better. Or maybe it’s just that this specific bottle is showing better.

Needed an hour to open up properly and show the complexity, so be patient. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

Wine Spectator 96 points. Wine Advocate 92 points.

A great wine to sip on, that paired nicely with fresh seafood.

A blend of 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Noir.

12.5% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$300.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Oakville Winery DDR 2022, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dd1_pEg... #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #NapaValley #petitverdot #merlot #cabernet #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #sommelier #wineenthusiasts #redblend

Oakville Winery DDR 2022, Napa Valley, California

Purple in color with a wide purplish/ reddish rim.

Fruity nose of red fruits with earth, light oak, spices and chocolate notes.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, cherries, plums, light oak, spices, chocolates, coffee, licorice, herbs and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy pomegranates.

This is a very tasty Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley. Complex and interesting, spicy and tangy.

Still young and needs 5 to 7 years in the bottle to mature properly. Feels like a Right Bank Bordeaux, at this point.

Easy drinking, and a good sipping wine that also paired nicely with my chicken kebab.

A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot.

14.1% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Ramey Wine Cellars Westside Farms Estate Pinot Noir 2022, Russian River Valley, California #PinotNoir #California #wine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #RussianRiverValley #sonoma

Ramey Wine Cellars Westside Farms Estate Pinot Noir 2022, Russian River Valley, California

Reddish in color with medium intensity.

Beautiful nose of cherries, blueberries, earth, light wood, spices, coffee, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf and herbs.

Medium bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, raspberries, currants, light wood, spices, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries.

This is a delicious Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley in California. Rich, and not too fruity, smooth and soft.

Already drinking beautifully, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

This Single Vineyard Pinot Noir is complex, elegant and nicely balanced. Feels like an old world Pinot.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

100% Pinot Noir grapes were aged for 15 months in (40% new) French oak barrels. A small production of only 6,000 bottles.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$85.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Yatir Winery Yatir Creek 2016, Judean Hills, Israel www.instagram.com/reel/DdzHkye... #Syrah #kosher #malbec #Israeliwine #tannant #Israeliwine #kosherwine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin

Yatir Winery Yatir Creek 2016, Judean Hills, Israel

#kosherWineSunday

Deep ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Red and black fruits on the nose with light oak, chocolates, coffee, licorice, tobacco, herbs, spices, light black olives and peppercorn.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, plums, cooked cherries, oak, coffee, earth, spices, chocolates, licorice, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn.

Long spicy finish, with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a very tasty Syrah blend from Israel. Nicely balanced and rich. Fruit forward and complex.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 90 minutes in the decanter.

This 10 year old unique Syrah blend, is drinking very nicely now, and drinking at its peak. I had this vintage 7 years ago, and it is drinking so much better now.

A great sipping wine that paired nicely with food too.

A blend of 76% Syrah, 12% Tannant and 12% Malbec. Aged for 12 months in oak barrels. Kosher and not Mevushal.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50 (current vintage).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Paul Bara Special Club Brut Grand Cru Champagne 2016, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdwyYgu... #champagne #frenchwine #vin #PinotNoir #Chardonnay #wine #odedi #finewines #winefreak #winesky #winewriter #goodwine #ilovewine

Paul Bara Special Club Brut Grand Cru Champagne 2016, France

Pale lemon in color.

Strong nose and medium in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity, and medium plus size bubbles.

Showing limes, lemons, green apples, light earth, yeast, herbs, light brioche and minerals.

Nice finish with limes and light marzipan notes.

This is a very tasty 10 year old Champagne. Rich and fresh tasting. Complex and interesting.

Still very young, and needs 5 years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 to 15 years.

Easy drinking, nicely balanced and better after 45 minutes of airtime.

Good by itself or with food.

A blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay. Aged for 6 years on the lees. Disgorged in 2023.

12.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$130.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Stags Leap District, California www.instagram.com/reel/DduT9u8... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Stags Leap District, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Dark ruby in color with a short reddish rim.

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

Dry on the palate and very fruity, with a beautiful nose.

Showing black currants, plums, cooked cherries, spices, coffee, cedar, licorice, chocolates, light earth, herbs and pencil lead.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 5 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley is starting to drink beautifully now. Spicy and entertaining.

Still very young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 20 years. Has good potential to become a 95+ point wine.

This is the same wine that won the Judgment of Paris in 1976, 48 vintages later.

This Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is very rich, and 'in your face' kind of wine. Complex, opulent and elegant.

Wine Enthusiasts 96 points. Robert Parker 95 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and also paired nicely with my steak frites.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in all new French oak barrels for 21 months.

14.8% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$250.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Chateau Orisse du Casse Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022, Bordeaux, France www.instagram.com/reel/Ddrm0lb... #merlot #bordeaux #SaintEmilion #cabernetfranc #BordeauxWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #redwinelover #wein #winereview #winepic

Chateau Orisse du Casse Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2022, Bordeaux, France

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Inky in color with a short reddish rim.

Nose of black currants, plums, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, light earth, spices, herbs, tobacco leaf, dark coffee and peppercorn.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and fruit forward with plums, cooked cherries, currants, cedar, vanilla, leather, earth, chocolates, tobacco, spices, peppercorn, coffee and cola.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious Merlot from Saint Emilion in Bordeaux. Elegant and fruity, complex and smooth. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

This 2022 was a great vintage in the Right Bank, and it is definitely showing. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 to 15 years.

Good right out of the bottle, and good by itself as a sipping wine.

A blend of mostly Merlot with Cabernet Franc.

15% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$45.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Meadowcroft Wines Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdpOC7P... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #wine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #winepic #redwine

Meadowcroft Wines Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Nose of black currants, plums, blackberries, cedar, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco, herbs, spices, light earth and light black tea.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with blackberries, cooked cherries, cedar, chocolates, spices, licorice, coffee, light earth, herbs and peppercorn.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 4 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Stags Leap District in Napa Valley is drinking beautifully now. Rich, smooth and engaging.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 2 hours in the decanter.

Elegant and nicely balanced with a soft mouthfeel. Fruit forward with nice complexity.

Wine Enthusiasts 91 points.

Already delicious, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$70.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Clos Saint Michel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition 2015, Rhone, France www.instagram.com/p/Ddo41TklTG... #chateauneufdupape #frenchwine #grenache #syrah #Mourvedre #vinRouge #wine #vin #goodwine #ilovewine #winesky

Clos Saint Michel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition 2015, Rhone, France

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing red and black fruits with light oak, spices, chocolates, tobacco leaf, licorice, coffee, herbs and black pepper.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 11 year old GSM blend from Châteauneuf-du-Pape feels still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 5 years.

I've had a few vintages of this wine and it is very consistent.

Easy drinking and good by itself or with food.

A blend of 40% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 30% Syrah. Aged in large French oak barrels for 12 months.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$40.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Caldwell Vineyard Platinum Proprietary Red 2013, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdmcKYL... #cabernetfranc #NapaValley #FineWine #cabernetsauvignon #wine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview

Caldwell Vineyard Platinum Proprietary Red 2013, Napa Valley, California

#AgedWineTuesday

Inky in color with a short reddish rim. Not showing much age.

Strong nose of red and black fruits with cedar, licorice, coffee, light earth, herbs, tobacco leaf, dark chocolates, eucalyptus and mediterranean spices.

Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry and very fruity on the palate with blackberries, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco, herbs, spices, light cola, chocolates and peppercorn.

Long finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This gorgeous 13 year old Cabernet Franc based Bordeaux blend from Coombsville in Napa Valley is drinking at its peak now. Rich, extracted and 'in your face' kind of wine. Nicely balanced and very complex.

The Carmenere is very dominant right now, and it feels more like a Napa Merlot. Will continue to drink nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

Delicious right out of the bottle, and even better after 45 minutes of airtime.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

A blend of 51% Cabernet Franc, 32% Carmenere, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot. Aged in all new French oak barrels. A tiny production of 1,044 bottles.

15% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$260.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Optio Vineyards Inmesceo 2022, Paso Robles, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdkSWvZ... #cabernet #Mourvedre #PasoRobles #redwine #wine

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose of red fruits with light wood, spices, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity, smooth and elegant.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, currants, oak, light vanilla, tobacco, peppercorn, chocolates and red chili pepper.

Nice finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very tasty Cabernet Sauvignon blend from Paso Robles. Complex and interesting, fruit forward and spicy.

I had the 2023 vintage recently, and it was drinking even better.

A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Mourvedre. A tiny production of only 900 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$62.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Domaine des Marronniers Chablis Les Marronniers 2017, Burgundy, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdhVkM_... #Chablis #Chardonnay #frenchwine #kosher #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #whitewine #wine #vin

Domaine des Marronniers Chablis Les Marronniers 2017, Burgundy, France

#kosherWineSunday

Light golden in color.

Nose of fresh citrus fruits, bruised apples, lemon juice, mangoes, light earth, light wood, herbs and spices.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with limes, apples, light oak, spices, lemons, sea salt, pineapples and minerals.

Tangy finish with limes and spices.

This 9 year old Chardonnay from Burgundy is still drinking very nicely. Elegant and complex, with a nice mouthfeel. Spicy and entertaining.

Good right out of the bottle, and better when not too cold. Nicely balanced and easy drinking.

I had this vintage 5 years ago and decided to wait a few more years. Drinking better now.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 90 minutes of airtime.

Good by itself or with food.

100% Chardonnay grapes from 30 year old vines. Kosher and Mevushal.

91 points.

12.5% alcohol by volume.

$35 (current vintage).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Anomaly Vineyards St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dde2QWp... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #cabernetfranc #merlot #California #wine #vino #odedi #winewriter #winereview #winesky #winelover #winetime

Anomaly Vineyards St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California

Inky in color with a reddish rim.

Strong fruity nose, and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and very elegant.

Showing blue and black fruits with wood, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, earth, spices, chocolates and light black tea.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 8 year old Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley is drinking beautifully now, although feels a little tight and young. Elegant and rich, but not extracted.

Fruit forward with good structure. Complex and interesting, spicy and entertaining.

Needs a few hours to open up properly, so be patient.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

A blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot. Aged in (80% new) French Oak barrels for 22 months.

14.7% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$235.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Domaine de la Mordorée La Reine des Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2021, Rhône, France #grenache #syrah #vinRouge #Mourvedre #odedi #winewriter #winereview #chateauneufdupape #redwinelover #wein #redwine #luxurylife #goodwine #frenchwine #vin

Domaine de la Mordorée La Reine des Bois Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2021, Rhône, France

This is a nice and easy drinking Grenache from Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Showing red fruits with light wood, spices, coffee, earth, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf, light vegetables and peppercorn.

Spicy finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

Showing nice complexity with a soft mouthfeel. Nicely balanced and elegant.

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

I had this vintage a year ago at the winery, and it was drinking so much better then.

Good by itself and better with food.

A blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre. Aged in (20% new) large French oak barrels.

15.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$125.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Lail Vineyards Mole Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/p/DdcRTYwlX8... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife

Lail Vineyards Mole Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Napa Valley, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Inky in color with a short purple rim.

Fruity nose of black fruits with cedar and chocolate notes.

Full-bodied and smooth, with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate and very fruity with blackberries, cooked plums, figs, vanilla, licorice, cedar, chocolates, tobacco, herbs, spices, light earth and peppercorn.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious 12 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Howell Mountain in Napa Valley. Elegant and rich. Fruit forward with a soft mouthfeel. complex and interesting.

This Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is peaking now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next 7 years.

Good right out of the bottle, and better with airtime. Another great wine from the hands of Philippe Melka.

Good by itself, and will pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in all new French Oak barrels for 20 months.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$200.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Paradigm Winery Oakville Merlot 2022, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdZXP3U... #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #Oakville #wine #vino #vinho #wineoclock #sommlife #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #luxurylife #goodwine #ilovewine #redwine

Paradigm Winery Oakville Merlot 2022, Napa Valley, California

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose of blue and black fruits with light cedar, earth, herbs, milk chocolates and black pepper.

Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black plums, cooked cherries, blackberries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, spices, coffee, light earth, herbs, eucalyptus and tobacco leaf.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Merlot from Oakville in Napa valley. Nicely balanced and complex, soft and elegant.

Still young, but already enjoyable even by itself. Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years. Showing good potential to become a 94+ point wine.

Alcohol is nicely integrated already, smooth and engaging.

I had the 2021 vintage not too long ago, and it is very consistent.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and will also pair nicely with food.

A blend of 90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in (50% new) French Oak barrels.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$90.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Patent Wines Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdW8CqU... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #SaintHelena #wine #vino #vinho #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #winepic #redwine #goodwine #ilovewine

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose and full bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing red and black fruits with cedar, vanilla, licorice, earth, chocolates, tobacco, herbs and spices.

Spicy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Saint Helena in Napa Valley. Elegant and nicely balanced, complex and entertaining. A good quality Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years. Has good potential to become a 94+ point wine.

Good right out of the bottle and better after 2 hours of airtime.

A great sipping wine, that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in (80% new) French oak barrels for 30 months. A small production of only 1,800 bottles.

14.2% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$85.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1994, Pauillac, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdUlBaA... #Pauillac #bordeaux #cabernetsauvignon #merlot #petitverdot #cabernetfranc #topwine #wine #vin #luxurylife #lovewhatyoudo #odedi #redwinelover #sommlife #winelabel #winereview #redwine

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1994, Pauillac, France

#AgedWineTuesday

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish/ brick rim.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with a beautiful nose.

Showing black plums, black currants, cedar, dried figs, licorice, dark chocolates, earth, rhubarb, tobacco leaf, light black tea and black pepper.

Long finish with soft tannins and tangy cherries.

This 32 year old Pauillac is still drinking beautifully, but a bit past its prime. Rich and elegant. Very complex and spicy.

This Second Growth Bordeaux needed 5 hours to open up properly, and was not that special right out of the bottle.

Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel, and still showing enough fruits to balance the earth notes.

Robert Parker 91 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and with food.

A blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot.

12.5% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$200.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Morgan Winery Double L Vineyard Pommard 4 Pinot Noir 2024, Santa Lucia Highlands, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdRyCZ3... #PinotNoir #California #SantaLuciaHighlands #wine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin

Morgan Winery Double L Vineyard Pommard 4 Pinot Noir 2024, Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Purple/ reddish in color with light intensity.

Fresh red berries on the nose, and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing fresh cherries, raspberries, light oak, licorice, spices, chocolates, tobacco and herbs.

Medium length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a tasty and easy drinking Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands in California. Showing nice complexity with good balance. Tangy and engaging. Elegant and fruit forward.

This Single Vineyard Pinot Noir is still young, but already enjoyable even by itself, and will continue to age nicely in the next 7 to 10 years.

Good right out of the bottle, and good by itself or with food.

100% Pinot Noir grapes were aged in (66% new) French oak barrels for 10 months. A tiny production of less than 1,800 bottles.

14% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$75.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Rutherford Ranch Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdPmOM-... #NapaValley #cabernet #cabernetsauvignon #wine #redwine

Rutherford Ranch Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California

Ruby in color with medium plus intensity.

Fruity nose of blue and black fruits with light cedar, earth, herbs, chocolates and spices.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry and fruit forward on the palate with black currants, black plums, cherries, light cedar, vanilla, spices, espresso, cola, light herbs and chocolates.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 9 year old Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley is still drinking very nicely. Rich and fruit forward. Elegant and nicely balanced, with a nice mouthfeel.

Ready to drink right out of the bottle, tangy and spicy. Peaking now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next few years.

Easy drinking and good by itself as a sipping wine. A good party wine too.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$60.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Chateau Les Graves de Lavaud Lalande de Pomerol 2020, Bordeaux, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdPFh4U... #merlot #cabernetfranc #kosherwine #bordeaux #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #winewriter #kosher #kosherwine #BordeauxWine

Chateau Les Graves de Lavaud Lalande de Pomerol 2020, Bordeaux, France

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Strong nose of red and black fruits with light cedar, earth, herbs, chocolates, peppercorn, dried meats, tobacco leaf, light rhubarb and mediterranean spices.

Full bodied and soft, with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, black plums, cooked cherries, light cedar, tobacco leaf, dark chocolates, earth, herbs, spices, light vegetables and black pepper.

Tangy finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious Merlot based blend from Bordeaux. Nicely balanced and good right out of the bottle.

Fruit forward and complex, with a nice mouthfeel. I really enjoyed the nose here.

This 6 year old Merlot will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food. Paired very nicely with dried meats and crackers.

Kosher and not Mevushal.

14% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$50.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Frias Family Vineyard Vangone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdNB17h... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine

Frias Family Vineyard Vangone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Napa Valley, California

Inky in color with a short reddish rim.

Strong nose of black currants, wild flowers, plums, cooked cherries, cedar, earth, toast, licorice, spices, chocolates, tobacco, herbs and black pepper.

Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with plums, currants, sweet cherries, light cedar, earth, herbs, chocolates, black tea and peppercorn.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very young Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

Needs more bottle time to mature properly, but already enjoyable, even by itself. Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 to 20 years.

Rich and fruit forward, elegant and smooth. Complex and interesting, spicy and entertaining.

A great sipping wine that also paired nicely with my steak.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in (60% new) French oak barrels for 23 months. A tiny production of only 1,500 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$250.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Ghost Block Estates Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, California www.instagram.com/p/DdMeTSEC6V... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #petitverdot #wine

Ghost Block Estates Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, California

Dark ruby in color with a short reddish rim.

Fruity nose with black fruits, cedar, chocolates, tobacco, mediterranean spices, licorice peppercorn, coffee and cola.

Full-bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and very fruity with blackberries, black currants, cooked plums, dried fruits, vanilla, cedar, licorice, cola, chocolates, tobacco, herbs, spices, light earth and black tea.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Rich, complex and extracted. Fruit forward, Nicely balanced and elegant.

This 6 year old Cabernet is already drinking beautifully, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

I've had many different vintages of this wine and it always delivers.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a nice piece of steak.

A blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$80.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Castello di Amorosa Winery Il Barone Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdKP0sc... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #wine #vino #vinho #vin #luxurylife #cabernet #fridayvibes

Castello di Amorosa Winery Il Barone Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California

Deep purple in color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose of blackberries, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, light vanilla, licorice, chocolates, black pepper and herbs.

Full-bodied and smooth, with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate and very fruity with blackberries, black currants, plums, cherries, cedar, light vanilla, tobacco, peppercorn, herbs and licorice.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Rich, extracted and fruit forward. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel, complex and engaging.

This 8 year old Cabernet is starting to drink at its peak now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. Showing good potential to become a 94+ point wine.

Chewy, and a great sipping wine, that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in all new French oak barrels for 12 months.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$145.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso Cont'Ugo Bolgheri Rosso 2022, Tuscany, Italy www.instagram.com/reel/DdHXize... #merlot #italianwine #Tuscany #SuperTuscan #goodwine #redwine #vino #vinho #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #wineblog #winesky

Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso Cont'Ugo Bolgheri Rosso 2022, Tuscany, Italy

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Red and black fruits on the nose with tobacco, light wood, licorice, chocolates, black pepper, herbs and spices.

Full bodied and soft with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, red currants, sweet raspberries, coffee, sweet oak, chocolates, licorice, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, earth and mediterranean spices.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 4 year old Super Tuscan Merlot is drinking very nicely now. Nicely balanced and elegant. Complex and entertaining.

Needs a couple of hours to open up properly, and balance itself out.

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 7 years.

Wine Spectator 94 points.

I had the 2021 vintage a couple of years ago at the winery, and it was much better. The 2022 vintage was not as good as the 2021, so there's that.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, or with food.

100% Merlot grapes were aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.

14% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$65.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Domaine Tempier Cabassaou Bandol Rouge 2022, Provence, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdEyjZ_... #Mourvedre #Bandol #frenchwine #vinRouge #syrah #wine #vin #luxurylife #odedi #redwinelover #wein #redwine #goodwine #winereview #winewriter #redredwine #redblend #france

Domaine Tempier Cabassaou Bandol Rouge 2022, Provence, France

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim, and medium intensity.

Fruity nose with red and black fruits, spices and chocolate notes.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, cherries, plums, light oak, spices, chocolates, coffee, licorice, tobacco leaf, earth and light black tea.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious Single Vineyard Mourvedre from a great vintage in Bandol. Fruit forward and rich. Nicely balanced with a smooth mouthfeel. Complex and entertaining.

Already very approachable, although still very young, and needs time to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 20 years. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

A blend of 95% Mourvedre, with Cinsault and Syrah. Aged in large French oak barrels for 18 months. A small production of less than 3,000 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$140.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Nalle Winery Dry Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdC5fxw... #cabernet #dryCreek #redwine #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #redwine #wine #vino #vinho

Nalle Winery Dry Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, California

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Pretty nose of red and blue fruits with light cedar, chocolates, herbs, spices, earth, green beans, light cloves, light vegetables, tobacco leaf, black tea and black pepper.

Medium plus in body and elegant, with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, currants, cooked plums, light oak, spices, chocolates, licorice, herbs, peppercorn and green vegetables.

Tangy finish with medium tannins and raspberries.

This is a very tasty Cabernet Sauvignon from Dry Creek Valley in California. Fruity and entertaining. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Showing lots of earth notes at this point.

Showing great complexity, especially on the nose, and easy drinking right out of the bottle. I did not decant it and let it open in the bottle.

This 11 year old Cabernet Sauvignon gets earthier as it opens up, and feels like a California Cabernet with a touch of old world.

Drinking at its peak now, and will continue to drink nicely in the next few years. I had it 6 years ago, and it is drinking better now.

A good sipping wine that will pair nicely with food too.

A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. A small production of only 1,400 bottles.

13.7% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$70 (current vintage).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Pinon Damien Domaine de La Poultière Tuffo Vouvray 2014, Loire, France www.instagram.com/reel/DdCng_L... #Loire #cheninblanc #frenchwine #whitewine #wine #vin #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin

Pinon Damien Domaine de La Poultière Tuffo Vouvray 2014, Loire, France

#AgedWineTuesday

Sometimes you find treasures in restaurants.

Pretty color of dark gold.

Nose of citrus, over ripen apples, peaches, honey and herbs.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with apples, over ripened citrus, limes, spices, apricots, bitter herbs and light honey notes.

Tangy finish with limes and lemon rind.

This is an interesting 12 year old Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley in France. Rich and engaging. Tangy and spicy, complex and interesting.

Still showing good balance with enough fruits for the acidity.

Good right out of the bottle, and better when properly chilled.

A great sipping wine that also paired nicely with my seafood salad.

Always nice to try these kind of aged wines.

100% Chenin Blanc grapes.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Opus One 2022, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DdABSGm... #opusone #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #wine #vin #luxurylife #cabernetsauvignon #merlot #petitverdot #cabernetfranc #topwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #winewriter

Opus One 2022, Napa Valley, California

Dark ruby in color with a wide purplish rim.

Earthy nose and medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing red and black fruits with cedar, earth, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, mediterranean spices and chocolate notes.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and raspberries.

This Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley is extremely young and needs 10 years in the bottle to mature properly. Elegant and fruit forward, yet restrained.

I've had many different vintages of this wine, but never had it so young. Not as powerful as some other vintages, but already complex and nicely balanced.

Feels like a good quality Left Bank Bordeaux, and will continue to age nicely, and get better in the next 20 years.

Robert Parker 95 points. Wine Spectator 92 points.

A good sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak.

A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 1% Malbec. Aged in new French oak barrels for 18 months.

14% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$490.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Iron Horse Vineyards North Block Pinot Noir 2023, Green Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dc_tTAa... #PinotNoir #wine #Sonoma #RussianRiverValley #GreenValley #winereview #odedi #wineblog #winewriter #vinRouge #winesky

Iron Horse Vineyards North Block Pinot Noir 2023, Green Valley, California

Purplish in color with light intensity.

Medium bodied with medium acidity, and dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing cherries, currants, chocolates, light wood, tobacco and spices

Long finish with soft tannins and tangy cherries.

This Single Vineyard Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley is still young, but already enjoyable even by itself.

Soft and elegant, fruit forward and complex. Nicely balanced, spicy and entertaining.

Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves.

Wine Enthusiasts 92 points.

A good sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

100% Pinot Noir grapes were hand picked and aged for 10 months in French oak barrels. A tiny production of only 2,400 bottles.

14.7% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$87.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Chateau de la Gardine Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2015, Rhone, France www.instagram.com/reel/Dc9D4Vc... #grenache #syrah #Mourvedre #vinRouge #chateauneufdupape #frenchwine #Rhone #redwinelover #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #luxurylife #goodwine #ilovewine #wine

Chateau de la Gardine Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2015, Rhone, France

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Beautiful nose of blueberries, black plums, cherries, spices, dark chocolates, oak, licorice and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black plums, cooked cherries, herbs, spices, light cedar, earth, chocolates and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and raspberries.

This is a delicious GSM blend from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Elegant and rich. Fruit forward and complex.

This 11 year old, from the great 2015 vintage, is drinking beautifully now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

I've had the 2021 vintage not too long ago, and this one is drinking much better now.

Nicely balanced, and good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of mostly Grenache, with Syrah and Mourvedre.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$70.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Chateau D'yquem Sauternes 2017, Bordeaux, France www.instagram.com/reel/Dc6hWlB... #sauternes #bordeaux #sweetwine #Sémillon #sauvignonblanc

Chateau D'yquem Sauternes 2017, Bordeaux, France

Light golden in color.

Beautiful nose of honeydew, apples, honeysuckle, tropical fruits, spices and melons.

Full-bodied with high acidity and long legs.

Sweet on the palate with apples, citrus, mangoes, spices, honeysuckle, herbs, honey and light earth.

Long finish with sweet honey notes.

This delicious 9 year old Sauternes is drinking beautifully now. Complex and interesting. Elegant and fruit forward. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

Feels very fresh, but a bit subdued and earthier right now, compared to other vintages. Will continue to age nicely in the next 40 years.

Loved the nose more than the palate here. So expressive.

Wine Spectator 96 points. Robert Parker 99 points.

A blend of 75% Sémillon and 25% Sauvignon Blanc. Aged in all new French oak barrels for 24 months. Drank from a 750ml bottle.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$450.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Clos du Val Yettalil 2022, Stags Leap District, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dc4Lbm2... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #cabernetfranc #wine #merlot #bordeauxlend #malbec #petitverdot #winereview #redwine #ilovewine #goodwine #vin #luxurylife #odedi #redwinelover #sommlife

Clos du Val Yettalil 2022, Stags Leap District, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose of blackberries, black currants, sweet cherries, light cedar, licorice, light vanilla, chocolates and light spices.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and fruit forward with blackberries, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, light earth, coffee, herbs, spices and tobacco.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries.

This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley. Elegant, complex and rich. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Extracted and fruit forward.

Still young, but already drinking beautifully, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years. Showing good potential to become a 94+ point wine.

Robert Parker 93 points. Wine Spectator 91 points. Wine Enthusiasts 93 points.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, 6% Malbec, 5% Carménère and 3% Merlot. Aged for 20 months in (40% new) French oak barrels.

14.8% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$200.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot 2023, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dc1zWC9... #merlot #NapaValley #redwine #goodwine #wine #vino #vinho #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #CabernetFranc #cabernetsauvignon #malbec

Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot 2023, California

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Deep purple in color with a short reddish rim.

Fruity nose of black currants, black plums, light cedar, black tea, tobacco leaf, spices and light chocolate notes.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black plums, cooked cherries, currants, oak, light licorice, spices, dark chocolates, bitter herbs and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This Merlot from Napa Valley is still very young, but already enjoyable, even by itself. Rich and fruit forward. Nicely balanced and tangy. Showing nice complexity already, tangy and interesting.

Will continue to age nicely in the next 7 to 10 years, and has good potential to become a 93+ point wine.

Wine Spectator 92 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of 78% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 15 months in (40% new) French Oak barrels.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$45.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Ramey Wine Cellars Hyde Vineyard Napa Valley Chardonnay 2023, Los Carneros, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcypTJS... #chardonnay #whitewine #NapaValley #FineWine #Carneros #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife

Ramey Wine Cellars Hyde Vineyard Napa Valley Chardonnay 2023, Los Carneros, California

Pale lemon in color with a golden hue.

Beautiful nose of citrus, lemons, apples, pears, light earth, light oak and spices.

Medium-bodied and elegant, with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with lemons, apples, citrus, pears, spices, light oak, sea salt, light earth and minerals.

Long finish with limes and almonds.

This is a delicious Chardonnay from Napa Valley. Nicely balanced, complex and engaging. Tangy, soft and interesting. Feels like an upscale White Burgundy.

This Single Vineyard Chardonnay is still young, but already drinking beautifully, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. Showing good potential to become a 94+ point wine.

Good right out of the bottle, and better when not too cold.

100% Chardonnay grapes were aged in (20% new) French oak barrels for 20 months.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$85.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

KNA Wines Pella Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcwmpYx... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #cabernetsauvignon #wine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview

KNA Wines Pella Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California

#AgedWineTuesday

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Beautiful nose and very complex.

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

Dry on the palate and fruit forward with nice complexity.

Showing blackberries, black currants, plums, cooked cherries, dark chocolates, toast, cedar, light vanilla, spices, coffee, licorice, light earth, black tea and black pepper.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 18 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley is drinking beautifully now. Elegant and rich. Complex and fruit forward.

Drinking at its peak, and will continue to do so in the next 5 to 7 years. The high alcohol is well integrated by now.

Needed 2 hours to open up properly, and it's worth the wait, so be patient.

This Single Vineyard Cabernet is a wonderful sipping wine, that will also pair nicely with food.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were aged in all new French oak barrels for 24 months. A tiny production of 1,000 bottles.

14.8% alcohol by volume.

94 points.

$100.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Grapeseed Wines Sassoferrato Monte de Ferrato 2020, Alexander Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcwIttM... #AlexanderValley #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #sangiovese #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin

Grapeseed Wines Sassoferrato Monte de Ferrato 2020, Alexander Valley, California

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose with red and black fruits.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, currants, light wood, spices, coffee, dark chocolates, earth and tobacco leaf.

Tangy finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very tasty Cabernet Sauvignon based blend from Alexander Valley. Rich, elegant and soft. Fruit forward, complex and entertaining. Nicely balanced with a soft mouthfeel.

I had the 2018 vintage not too long ago, and this vintage is drinking better now.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 7% Sangiovese. Aged for 20 months in (25% new) French Oak barrels. A tiny production of only 1,700 bottles.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$75.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Cellar Beast Winehouse La Bete 2022, Yakima Valley, Washington State #wine #winereview #cabernet #cabernetsauvignon #washingtonstate #Carmenere #yakima #odedi #wineblog #winewriter #vinRouge #redwine #redblend

Cellar Beast Winehouse La Bete 2022, Yakima Valley, Washington State

Ruby in color with a wide reddish/ brick rim.

Red and black fruits on the nose with light oak, chocolates, vegetables, herbs, earth, light bell pepper, spices and black tea.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black currants, cherries, light wood, herbs, spices, earth, coffee, light vegetables and peppercorn.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This Carmenere blend from Yakima Valley is drinking nicely, and at its peak. Fruity with lots of earth and vegetable notes. Spicy and nicely balanced.

As it opens up, it feels more like a Chilean Carmenere. Tangy, interesting, and will continue to drink nicely in the next few years.

I had this vintage 2 years ago and it is drinking better now.

Good right out of the bottle, and good by itself or with food.

A blend of 60% Carmenere and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in French oak barrels for 14 months.

14.8% alcohol by volume.

89 points.

$35.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Stuhlmuller Vineyards Summit Chardonnay 2024, Alexander Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DctgqyJ... #chardonnay #wine #whitewine #California #AndersonValley

Stuhlmuller Vineyards Summit Chardonnay 2024, Alexander Valley, California

Golden in color with a green hue.

Light nose and medium in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing lemons, citrus, green apples, light spices, earth and herbs.

Nice length on the finish with limes and spices.

This young Chardonnay from Alexander Valley is already drinking very nicely. Complex and spicy. Elegant and nicely balanced.

Needs a couple of years in the bottle to mature properly, and will continue to age nicely in the next 7 years.

A good sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

100% Chardonnay grapes were aged for 9 months in French and Acacia oak barrels. A small production of only 1,800 bottles.

13.7% alcohol by volume

91 points.

$48.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Shiloh Winery Mosaic 2020 www.instagram.com/reel/Dcq5vg9... #kosher #Israeliwine #cabernetsauvignon #merlot #petitverdot #cabernetfranc #topwine #wine #vin

Shiloh Winery Mosaic 2020, Israel

#KosherWineSunday

Very pretty color of dark ruby, with a wide reddish rim.

Nose of blueberries, black plums, black currants, cherries, light cedar, earth, bitter herbs, chocolates, black pepper, tobacco and black tea.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, fresh cherries, plums, light oak, spices, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn, earth and light licorice.

Long finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious Bordeaux blend from Israel. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Complex and engaging. Rich, fruit forward and tangy.

This 6 year old is starting to drink beautifully now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 7 to 10 years.

I've had a few vintages of this wine and it is very consistent.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 90 minutes of airtime. The high alcohol is well integrated by now.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a Braised Lamb dish.

A blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 17% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Kosher and Mevushal.

15.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$80.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

TOR Wines Tierra Roja Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Oakville, California www.instagram.com/reel/Dcozqg3... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #Oakville #wine #vin #luxurylife #lovewhatyoudo #odedi #napa #winereview #winepic #redwinelover #sommlife

TOR Wines Tierra Roja Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Oakville, California

Dark ruby in color with a short reddish rim.

Beautiful nose of black currants, black plums, blackberries, cedar, licorice, chocolates, spices, light vanilla, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn.

Full bodied and soft with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with blackberries, black currants, cooked cherries, cedar, toast, spices, light vanilla, dark chocolates, licorice, peppercorn and coffee.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a gorgeous Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Rich and extracted, fruit forward and elegant. Complex, well balanced and entertaining. A beautiful wine.

This Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is starting to drink at its peak now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. Has good potential to become a 96 point wine.

Good right out of the bottle and better after 90 minutes of airtime.

Robert Parker 94 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

Grapes were aged in new French oak barrels for 18 months. A small production of only 2,700 bottles.

15.1% alcohol by volume.

94 points.

$160.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Anomaly Vineyards St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcmHLop... #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #wine #vino #vinho #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #goodwine #odedi #winewriter #winereview #winesky #winelover #winetime #petitverdot

Anomaly Vineyards St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Napa Valley, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Inky in color with a reddish rim.

Fruity nose of currants, plums, cherries, light cedar, herbs, light tobacco, chocolates, metals and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with black currants, plums, cooked cherries, sweet raspberries, oak, spices, chocolates, dark coffee, black pepper, licorice and light herbs.

Spicy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Rich and fruit forward. Complex and entertaining. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel.

Still very young, and needs time in the bottle to mature properly. Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years.

Good by itself or with food, like a nice piece of steak. I paired it with a delicious pizza.

A blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 12% Petit Verdot and 1% Merlot. Aged for 22 months in (90% new) French oak barrels. A small production of only 900 cases.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$185.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Bernardus Winery Marinus Vineyard Merlot 2021, Monterey, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcjuqlG... #merlot #CarmelValley #redwine #wine #vino #vinho #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin

Bernardus Winery Marinus Vineyard Merlot 2021, Monterey, California

It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday. Let's bring Merlot back!

Pretty color of dark ruby with a wide reddish rim.

Fresh red berries on the nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity and a soft mouthfeel.

Showing red fruits with dark chocolates, earth, spices, coffee, tobacco leaf, herbs and black pepper.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 5 year old Merlot from Carmel Valley in California is starting to drink very nicely now. Tangy, interesting, and feels like a California Merlot with a Right Bank Bordeaux touch.

This Single Vineyard Merlot is elegant and rich, fruit forward and complex. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves. Loved the low alcohol level here.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

Grapes were aged in steel vats. A small production of less than 10,000 bottles.

12.7% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Orin Swift Blank Stare Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Russian River Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcjQINN... #sauvignonblanc #California #whitewine #sonoma #RussianRiverValley

Orin Swift Blank Stare Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Russian River Valley, California

Dark gold in color.

Pretty nose of flowers, apples, pears, light earth, light herbs and spices.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with citrus, green and red apples, limes, grapefruits, herbs, spices, earth and light vegetables.

Tangy finish with grapefruits and limes.

This 9 year old Sauvignon Blanc from Russian River Valley is still drinking very nicely, with nice complexity and a soft mouthfeel.

It is interesting to taste an older Sauvignon Blanc from Sonoma. Feels more like a California Unoaked Chardonnay blend with Chenin Blanc and Viognier.

The high alcohol is well integrated by now. Good right out of the bottle, and better when properly chilled.

15.4% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$35 (current vintage).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Vazisubani Estate Saperavi Qvevri 2021, Georgia www.instagram.com/reel/DchN93Z... #Saperavi #Georgia #redwine #goodwine #vin #wine #odedi #winefreak #winereview #winepic #redwinelover #wein #winewriter #winesky

Vazisubani Estate Saperavi Qvevri 2021, Georgia

Inky/purple in color with a short purple rim.

Strong fruity nose of black currants, cooked plums, light cherries, earth, light oak, spices, chocolates, coffee, herbs, peppercorn and light vegetables.

Full bodied and bold with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with blueberries, black currants, plums, red cherries, light oak, chocolates, herbs, earth, black tea and peppercorn.

Short finish with round tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a tasty red wine from Georgia. Fruit forward, complex and extracted. Thick and chewy, tangy and entertaining.

This 5 year old Saperavi is good right out of the bottle, and will continue to age nicely in the next 5 years. Has good potential to become a 92 point wine.

Good by itself and better with food.

100% Saperavi grapes were hand picked and aged in Qvevri.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

90 points

$20.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Holly’s Hill Vineyards Fenaughty Vineyard Syrah 2024, El Dorado, California www.instagram.com/reel/DcgpB74... #syrah #California #redwine #goodwine #ElDorado #wine #vin #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #SingleVineyard

Holly's Hill Vineyards Fenaughty Vineyard Syrah 2024, El Dorado, California

Inky in color with a short purple rim.

Strong nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate and very fruity.

Showing cherries, blackberries, black plums, currants, light cedar, herbs, light vegetables, peppercorn, tobacco leaf, light earth and chocolates.

Nice length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This young Syrah from California is nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Elegant, rich and extracted. Complex and engaging. Spicy and entertaining.

Will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

Good by itself or with food.

Syrah grapes were aged in used French oak barrels for 12 months. A tiny production of less than 2,000 bottles.

14.7% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$35.