Kelham Vineyards

Sons Oakville Red Blend

9.4

2013 Kelham Vineyards “Sons” Proprietary Red – Oakville, Napa Valley

Crafted by Rawson Kelham and inspired by his wife Susanna’s love for balanced reds, “The Sons” is a masterful blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, and 10% Sangiovese. Lovingly bottled by Rawson’s stepsons—who’ve been at the helm of this line for over 20 years—this 2013 vintage was cellared until 2016, with just 300+ cases produced.

Now, over a decade since harvest, this wine is a revelation. The blend unfolds seamlessly-structured, layered, and impossibly harmonious. Aromatically, it’s a mature tapestry of dark cherries, dried herbs, cedar, and hints of worn leather. On the palate, it’s intense yet controlled: lush black fruit, plum, a whisper of tobacco, and an echo of sweet balsamic reduction that brings complexity without weight.

What’s most striking is its youthful acidity—this bottle feels alive, still pulsing with energy as if it’s just waking up. That freshness paired with age-built depth makes it one of the most compelling wines I’ve had from Kelham (and I’ve had many—see my past notes!).

This is Oakville at its best. Bold, nuanced, timeless.

Speechless after the first glass. Crazy delicious.
Cheers! — a day ago

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Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Larry Hyde & Sons Vineyard Syrah 2013

David Walser

9.2

Always like the Phelps Syrah. Big Phelps week for me. — 4 years ago

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Saarloos & Sons

Mom Los Olivos Grenache Blanc 2017

Joe Estrada

9.3

Great pairing with leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwich!! — 5 years ago

Saarloos & Sons

In Grateful Memory Of Cabernet Sauvignon

Jody Scharf

9.0

Cab that misses the acids I enjoy, some age but ready now. — 2 months ago

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Sons of Wine/Farid Yahimi

Soulographie Pinot Blanc Blend

Jeremiah Glazer

9.4

Green apple and dried cranberry goodness! Pleasantly tart with a slightly puckering finish. — a year ago

Saarloos & Sons

Estate Grown 19Fiftytwo Anniversary Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah 2018

Gary Nishimura

9.5

Actually 10121 proprietary Red Blend 2018 picked, 2020 bottled. Very good. Looking forward to going back to get more. Smooth, good depth,.smelled great — 4 years ago

David liked this

Cavalier & Sons

Chardonnay 2018

Laura K

9.3

Slightly buttery. Crisp and lightly sweet. Pretty good. Lighter than expected. — 5 years ago

Aubert

Larry Hyde & Sons Chardonnay 2021

Ron R

9.4

This was so well behaved. Subtle nose of pineapple and roasted nuts. Mid palate presents honeysuckle, honeydew melon and moderate acidity. Finishes soft and round. Unsure that this will further improve with cellaring. — 3 months ago

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