Both are magnums.

The Lapierre is always a conversation. It was the wine that turned me onto wine. It is the wine that, with a few years of age on it, appeals to a wide spectrum of taste profiles, from those who like Napa cabs and zins to those who prefer the lightness of a gamay. I had the 2015 recently, which was past, the 2019, which was possibly at its peak (incredible), and now this. Especially from a magnum it was a bit too young to see its full potential, but still all the classic, youthful tart red fruits, medium tannins and flowers. A great early stages of dinner wine.

This was my first East Ridge. A big fan of the San Andreas. I think the large format benefited this wine, as a standard bottle might be out of primaries. Deep cherry cola, Sonoma coast saline, some spice and earth at the end with a finish that perfectly slowed you down before your next bite of food. Excellent with a fatty steak. I’ll probably stick with San Andreas, but fun to explore.