Norman Gennaro

9.0

Might have kept this a little too long as the flavors are a bit muddled. The aromas/nose on it fills the room so it’s very aromatic. The finish is long but all in the mid-palate and nothing in the cheeks so feels lacking. More acidic than I love. — 5 days ago

Paul J

9.0

PnP. Drinking young. Very dark, thick red color. Medicinal tones, cedar, and dark cherries on the nose with some oak. Same on the palate. Seems higher than the 14.4 OH. Next to zero finish which is disappointing. Average Napa Cab right now and seems way overpriced at $60+. — 2 years ago

with Brooke

Jeremy.Buss

9.1

Another winespies purchase that has proven to be a good purchase. Strong spice, blackberry and slight cherry, cinnamon, and more. Medium tannins. A 7 year old wine that likely could age another 5 - 10 years. — 4 years ago

Doug Powers

9.2

[Wildberry Springs Estate Vineyard, 52% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc.] Earthy loamy aromas, redfruits, very nice balance and structure, long, lingering finish, needs more aging, but really lovely tonight!! — a month ago

with Jim

Sean Lyons

9.2

If anyone wants a perfect example of a Cali merlot, give them this. Big blue fruit with some pine and cedar. It’s not subtle, but it’s good. If you’re a Merlot lover, get this. — 2 years ago

Ben Hearns

9.0

killer petite sirah — 4 years ago

with Mason

Emily Gross

10

Yum! A sweet, fruity red, like a sangria. — 5 years ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of two days and consistent throughout. The 2015 pours a deep garnet color with a near opaque core and some slight rim variation. Medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing and beginning to show, some secondary characteristics with a combination of tart, ripe and desiccated, black and red fruits: brambles, cassis, green bell pepper, pipe tobacco, leather, cocoa, organic earth and baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannins and medium acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The texture is that of a velvet glove. The finish is long and satisfying. Years ago, I cut my teeth on the wines of Ray and Nancy Coursen, especially their Elyse label while their Jacob Franklin label remained elusive to me. It’s clear there is similar DNA. This is a delicious, giving wine that is squarely in its drinking window. Drink now through 2030. — 8 months ago

Roger Lamb

9.5

Complex and intriguing — 3 years ago

Christa Bender

9.0

Just as delicious as I remember it. Can distinctly taste the black cherry. It is delightful to taste the actual description of the wine. Definitely on the sweeter side. — 4 years ago