Winemaker at DFV & Certified Sommelier. I make Bota Box Chardonnay, Merlot and Rose. Also make Noble Vines 181 Merlot.
Ripe Sauvignon Blanc style. Less grass and more tropical notes. The wine is called "The Fume" on the back label so was hoping for more oak influence which I really did not pick up on. — 4 years ago
Very nice table wine. Easy to drink and the lower alcohol is a good change of pace. — 5 years ago
Medium complexity. Good everyday table wine. — 4 years ago
Picked this up at Safeway in a 6 pack deal. Was about $13 after tax. Classic Sonoma Cab with hints of bell pepper, dark cherries and a touch of chocolatly tannins. Would definitely buy again. — 4 years ago
Flinty and mineral driven. A hint of oxidation added to this wines complexity. Excellent food wine. — 4 years ago
One of the best wines that I have had from Mexico. Paid about $13 USD and definitely delivered. Classic honey floral nectarine Viognier notes. — 5 years ago
One of my top two Viogniers for under $10. Highly floral, fruity pebbles, and honey notes. This wine ages will too as I have layed a couple bottles down in the past. — 4 years ago
Always feel like this wine could use some bottle age. Would be good to lay down for a year or two to see what it does. Funky out the gate and needed some air. Shook the bottle vigorously for 10 seconds to pump stove air into it. Second glass was much better. Lots of potential. — 4 years ago
Home Ranch Collection. Super ripe, tropical and concentrated fruit. Plenty of depth. One of the best Chardonnay in Lodi. — 5 years ago
Jesse Pender
Assistant Winemaker Delicato Family Vineyards
Well done Chilean Cabs always remind me of Alexander Valley Cab. A hint of cool climate but still plenty of heat to make the wine ripe. Fun wine. — 4 years ago