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Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 16h

Perus Wine Company Janeen Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DekUT4W... #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho

Perus Wine Company Janeen Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Napa Valley, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Inky in color with a short purple rim.

Strong and complex nose and full bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry and very fruity on the palate with great complexity.

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

Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries.

This is a gorgeous Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Still young, but already delicious and extremely approachable.

Rich and extracted, soft and smooth. Elegant and nicely balanced, expressive and powerful.

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

A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. Aged in French oak barrels for 20 months. A small production of less than 1,500 bottles.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

94 points.

$235.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 20h

Ridge Vineyards Lytton Estate Petite Sirah 2021, Dry Creek Valley, California #wine #petitesirah #redwine #California #dryCreek

This is a very tasty Petite Sirah from Dry Creek Valley in California. Big, bold and beautiful. Nicely balanced and complex, rich and fruit forward.

This Single Vineyard Petite Sirah is still young, and needs 7 years in the bottle to mature properly. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves.

Robert Parker 92 points. Wine Enthusiasts 90 points.

I had the 2020 vintage 3 years ago, and it was drinking even better.

A very nice sipping wine, tangy and entertaining.

100% Petite Sirah grapes from old vines, were aged for 16 months in (15% new) French Oak barrels.

14.1% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 20h

Donnachadh Family Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2023, Santa Rita Hills, California #wine #whitewine #California #SingleVineyard #goodwine #vin #chardonnay

A very tasty Chardonnay from Santa Rita Hills in California. Elegant and nicely balanced. Complex and interesting.

This Single Vineyard Chardonnay is still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. 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 handpicked and aged on the lees for 10 months in (5% new) French Oak barrels. Organic.

13.2% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$40.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Realm Cellars The Tempest 2018, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/Deh0pGZ... #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino 2021, Tuscany, Italy #sangiovese #Tuscany #italianwine #brunello #wine #vino #vinho #wineoclock #sommlife

Light ruby in color.

Stinky on the nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

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

This 5 year old Brunello is still young but already delicious, and will continue to get better in the next 15 years.

A great vintage for this region, and it is showing.

Robert Parker 93 points. Wine Enthusiasts 94 points. Wine Spectator 95 points.

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

Sangiovese grapes were fermented in cement tanks, and aged for 30 months in oak barrels.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$70.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Tenuta Bocca di Lupo Fiano di Bocca di Lupo 2024, Puglia, Italy #Fiano #italianwine #Puglia #wine #vino #whitewine

A nice and elegant sipping wine from Puglia in Italy.

Medium bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with mild complexity.

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

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly.

A good sipping wine and better when not too cold.

100% Fiano grapes were aged in French oak barrels and stainless steel vats.

12% alcohol by volume.

88 points.

$70.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Hamel Family Wines Grenache 2023, Moon Mountain District, California #California #grenache #redwinelover #wine #vin #luxurylife

Light reddish in color.

Light to medium in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with mild complexity.

Nice finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

Easy drinking and good by itself or with food. Old world Grenache in style.

A great sipping wine to have by the pool with a light chill.

A blend of 84% Grenache, 8% Mourvèdre and 8% Zinfandel. Aged in Concrete Eggs.

13% alcohol by volume.

90 points.

$80.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Bosma Estate Winery Diamondback Ridge Vineyard Cattle Baron Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Rattlesnake Hills, Washington State www.instagram.com/reel/DefLy2x... #cabernetsauvignon #yakima #Washingtonwine #redwine #wine #vino #vinho #wineoclock #sommlife

Bosma Estate Winery Diamondback Ridge Vineyard Cattle Baron Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Rattlesnake Hills, Washington State

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Very pretty nose with black fruits, cedar and chocolate notes.

Full bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with blackberries, black currants, cooked cherries, cedar, licorice, light vanilla, cola, peppercorn, herbs and spices.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 6 year old Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Yakima Valley in Washington State is drinking beautifully now.
Elegant and nicely balanced. Complex and interesting.

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

Paired beautifully with my charcuterie board.

14.3% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$45.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Mt. Brave Winery Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Napa Valley, California #cabernet #NapaValley #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #wine #winereview #odedi #wineblog #winewriter #vinRouge #topwine #winesky

This 5 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Mount Veeder in Napa Valley is drinking beautifully already, although needs a few years to reach its peak.

Showing nice complexity with a soft mouthfeel. Rich and extracted, yet elegant. Fruit forward and engaging.

Will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years. Showing good potential to become a 95 point wine.

Good by itself as a sipping wine, and will also pair nicely with a nice piece of steak.

A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot, 1% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot.

15.1% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$90.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Balistreri Vineyards Petite Sirah 2018, Colorado www.instagram.com/reel/DeaKmof... #Colorado #redwine #wine #petitesirah #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin

Balistreri Vineyards Petite Sirah 2018, Colorado

Deep purple/ inky in color with a wide reddish rim.

Strong nose of red fruits with wild flowers, tobacco, licorice, light earth, herbs, black pepper, spices and milk chocolates.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with sweet raspberries, fresh cherries, pomegranates, light earth, tobacco leaf, spices, light herbs and peppercorn.

Long tangy finish with fine grained tannins and cranberries.

This 8 year old Petite Sirah from Colorado is drinking very nicely now. Complex and interesting, rich and fruit forward.

I had this vintage 6 years ago and it is drinking better now. Would be interesting to revisit it in a few years, but unfortunately this is my last bottle.

A very unique Petite Sirah that doesn't show like one from California at all. Tangy, spicy and engaging. The high alcohol is well integrated by now.

Wine Enthusiasts 91 points.

Good right out of the bottle and better with airtime. Good by itself or with food.

15.2% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$48 (at release).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Loudenotte Cuvée Réservée Pinot Noir 2024, France #frenchwine #france #pinot #PinotNoir

Loudenotte Cuvée Réservée Pinot Noir 2024, France

Reddish in color with medium intensity.

Fruity nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with mild complexity.

Showing red currants, sweet cherries, tobacco leaf, herbs, milk chocolates, light earth and spices.

Short spicy finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a nice surprise. A very easy drinking Pinot Noir from France. Feels more like a new world Pinot.

Good right out of the bottle and good by itself or with food. A great value too.

13% alcohol by volume.

88 points.

$7.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Tabor Winery Judaica Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Israel www.instagram.com/reel/DeXSmYw... #Israeliwine #kosherwine #cabernet #kosher #cabernetsauvignon

Tabor Winery Judaica Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Israel

#KosherWineSunday

Inky in color with a reddish/ brick rim.

Earthy nose of black currants, plums, licorice, oak, bell pepper, earth, vegetables, spices, tobacco leaf and dark coffee.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with cooked cherries, black currants, black plums, blackberries, light vanilla, oak, licorice, tobacco leaf, herbs, light bell pepper, earth, mushrooms, vegetables, black pepper and mediterranean spices.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Israel. Smooth and nicely balanced with a soft mouthfeel. Complex, elegant and entertaining.

Needs time to open up properly (2 hours in the decanter), but good right out of the bottle too. Showing a beautiful nose when it opens up.

Will continue to drink nicely in the next few years. I had this vintage a couple of years ago, and it is drinking better now.

Good by itself or with food. Paired beautifully with the beef Prosciutto.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were grown at 2,700 feet of elevation. Aged in oak barrels for 20 months. A small production of less than 7,000 bottles. Kosher and not Mevushal.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$40 (current vintage).

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

Ghost Block Estates Bonded Winery No. 9 Proprietary Red 2019, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeU1gyj... #NapaValley #cabernetsauvignon #malbec #petitverdot #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine

Ghost Block Estates Bonded Winery No. 9 Proprietary Red 2019, Napa Valley, California

Inky in color with a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose of black currants, plums, cooked cherries, chocolates, tobacco, licorice, cedar, black pepper and herbs.

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

Dry on the palate with blackberries, black cherries, cedar, vanilla, licorice, chocolates, tobacco, herbs, spices, earth and light espresso.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries.

This is a gorgeous Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley. Elegant and nicely balanced, complex and entertaining. Rich and fruit forward.

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

This 7 year old Cabernet Sauvignon based blend is starting to drink beautifully now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years.

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

A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Malbec and 20% Petit Verdot. A tiny production of only 6 barrels made.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

94 points.

$250.

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

V. Sattui Winery Rutherford Dust Up Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeSTbYQ... #cabernetsauvignon #NapaValley #FineWine #Rutherford #odedi #winewriter #winereview #vin #luxurylife #goodwine #ilovewine #redwine #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife

V. Sattui Winery Rutherford Dust Up Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California

It is time for my #FridayCabernetfix.

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Pretty nose of red and black fruits with oak, chocolates, spices, herbs and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

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

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This young Napa Cabernet from Rutherford is drinking beautifully already. Fruit forward and elegant, soft and smooth. Nicely balanced and complex, tangy and spicy.

Very approachable right out of the bottle, and better after 2 hours in the decanter. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 to 15 years. Showing good potential to become a 94 point wine.

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

Grapes were aged for 19 months in (60% new) French Oak barrels. A small production of only 3,144 bottles.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$185.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Château Canon Saint Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé 2017, Bordeaux, France www.instagram.com/reel/DeP6UXI... #merlot #cabernetfranc #SaintEmilion #bordeaux #BordeauxWine #AgedWine #FineWine #WineLovers #winereview #FrenchWine #odedi #winewriter #vin #luxurylife #ilovewine #wine

Château Canon Saint Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé 2017, Bordeaux, France

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 cherries, blueberries, plums, Indian spices, light oak, licorice, chocolates, sweet tobacco, herbs and light earth.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with blueberries, plums, cooked cherries, light oak, tobacco leaf, chocolates, coffee, peppercorn, licorice, light earth, eucalyptus, bitter herbs and black tea.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a beautiful Merlot from Saint Emilion. Rich and fruit forward. Nicely balanced and elegant. Soft and smooth, spicy and entertaining.

This 9 year old still feels young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly, but already enjoyable, even by itself. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 to 15 years.

Robert Parker 96 points. Wine Spectator 94 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of 77% Merlot and 23% Cabernet Franc. Aged in (56% new) French Oak barrels for 18 months.

14% alcohol by volume.

93 points.

$125.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

William Cole Vineyards Stonemaiden 2023, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeNKAcL... #NapaValley #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #petitverdot #merlot #finewines #winefreak #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview

William Cole Vineyards Stonemaiden 2023, Napa Valley, California

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Red fruits on the nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing cherries, currants, light wood, spices, coffee, dark chocolates, earth, tobacco leaf, herbs, peppercorn and licorice.

Tangy finish with round tannins and tangy cherries.

This is a delicious Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley. Rich and fruit forward. Elegant and nicely balanced, complex and engaging.

Still young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly, but already enjoyable even by itself.

Showing good structure, and will continue to age nicely in the next 15 years. Showing good potential to become a 94 point wine.

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

A blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

185.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2004, Napa Valley, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeKonAQ... #cabernet #NapaValley #merlot #FineWine #redwine #goodwine #winesky #winewriter #vinRouge #odedi #wineblog #vin #luxurylife #winereview #wine #vino #vinho #sommlife #cabernetfranc #petitverdot

Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2004, Napa Valley, California

#AgedWineTuesday

Deep inky in color with a short reddish/ purplish rim.

Strong nose and full bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

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

Showing black currants, black plums, blackberries, dried figs, dark chocolates, raisins, peppercorn, licorice, light earth, herbs, light tar, tobacco leaf and light barnyard.

Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

This 22 year old Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley is drinking beautifully now. Rich and fruit forward, very complex and entertaining. A fantastic wine.

Drinking at its peak now, and will continue to do so in the next 5 years.

Wine Spectator 93 points. Wine Advocate 97 points.

The high alcohol is well integrated by now.

Elegant, and a great sipping wine. Paired beautifully with my delicious American Wagyu steak.

A blend of 59% cabernet sauvignon, 22% merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. Unfiltered and unfined.

15.6% alcohol by volume.

95 points.

$400.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Ghost Cellars Proprietary Red 2018, Paso Robles, California www.instagram.com/reel/DeH9BIX... #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #merlot #malbec #PasoRobles #redwine #wine #vino #vinho #malbec #redwinelover #wein

Ghost Cellars Proprietary Red 2018, Paso Robles, California

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

Fresh cherries on the nose with sweet raspberries, black plums, light wood, tobacco leaf, milk chocolates, herbs, spices and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with plums, cooked cherries, light oak, tobacco leaf, light earth, bitter herbs, spices, dark chocolates, peppercorn and cloves.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 8 year old Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Paso Robles is still drinking very nicely. Elegant and still fruity. Nicely balanced and tangy.

At this point it feels like a Right Bank Bordeaux with a touch of California. Still feels fresh and engaging, and I loved the low alcohol level here.

I had this vintage 5 years ago, and it is drinking much better now. Still drinking very fresh, and I could have waited even longer, but you never know until you open it. Unfortunately, it is my last bottle.

Easy drinking and good right out of the bottle. Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Merlot and 2% Malbec. A small production of only 5,000 bottles.

12.9% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50.

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Flam Winery Classico 2018, Judean Hills, Israel www.instagram.com/reel/DeFE3E0... #Israeliwine #kosherwine #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #CABERNETFRANC #goodwine #odedi #winewriter #ilovewine #wine #petitverdot #syrah #vinRouge

Flam Winery Classico 2018, Judean Hills, Israel

#kosherWineSunday

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Strong nose of black fruits with light cedar, earth, herbs, vanilla, licorice, mediterranean spices, light black tea, tobacco, chocolates, light metals and black pepper.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black currants, black plums, blackberries, stewed cherries, tobacco, chocolates, vanilla, licorice, light cedar, earth, herbs, spices and tobacco leaf.

Long finish with soft tannins and tangy cherries.

This 8 year old Bordeaux blend from Israel is still drinking very nicely, although at the end of the peak. soft and easy drinking, elegant and rich.

Fruit forward with great complexity, especially on the nose. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. Feels like a California Bordeaux blend. Very interesting.

Good right out of the bottle, and better after 30 minutes of airtime.

I had this vintage 6 years ago, and it is drinking much better now.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food.

A blend of 36% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, 12% Petit Verdot and 9% Cabernet Franc. Aged in oak barrels for 10 months. Kosher and not Mevushal.

14% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50 (current vintage).

Odedi's Wine Reviews @odediswinereviews.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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

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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.