Thornton Temecula Valley

Monte De Oro

Temecula Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Monte De Oro seems to be finally dialing in their Cabernet. The bottle says 80% Cabernet, 10% Petit Verdot and 10% Malbec. Barrel aged 40 months. On opening it was so very drinkable with layers of complex flavors. The tannins were surprisingly smooth and slightly on the sweeter side with spice, raspberry and strawberry with maybe some dark cherry and chocolate - and it was medium to full bodied without being dense. The finish was smooth. Three days later it transformed into a mellow earthy - almost mossy texture of an old world Italian Sangiovese or Nebbiolo.- based wine. Fun bottle. — 6 months ago

Monte De Oro

Merlot 2015

Mature full bodied with subtle dark fruit and more pronounced leather and tobacco palate with spice - primarily black pepper - growing during the lingering finish. — 4 years ago

Wilson Creek

Almond White Blend

Quite almond forward and sweet. Good for dessert or mimosas. — 5 years ago

South Coast Winery

Ruby Cuvée Syrah

Fun sparkling Syrah. Their “thanksgiving wine” — 7 months ago

Monte De Oro

Deportola Vineyard Viognier 2021

Better and more complex than prior years. Amber color. Floral notes. Juicy acidity and somewhat dry. Grapefruit and mineral dominant on opening but after 30 min balanced with pear, honeydew, grapefruit, and slightly Chardonnay-like buttery oak softness. — a year ago

Wiens Family Cellars

Artist Series Crowded Red Blend 2017

Deep, wooden cherry notes flourish both before and after the first taste. The flavor is sophisticated, yet simple. Nothing of note to end, but nothing negative to say about the beginning and middle. A very solid experience. — 4 years ago

Monte De Oro

Owner's Blend Synergy 65 Temecula Valley Syrah Blend 2011

Delicious. Still great.Tannins and acidity still there. — 8 months ago

Monte De Oro

Simplexity Red Wine 2017

Another delightful year of their Meritage style blend. This year it’s made of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Lovely nose with complex fruit and spice flavors, mouth watering acidity, and smoothness throughout with just enough tannins for a pop and a pleasant lingering finish. — 4 years ago

Monte De Oro

Congruity Red Blend 2015

Bold thick complex and smooth. Long smooth finish. — 4 years ago

Doffo Winery

Mistura Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah Blend

Very mild but delish! Plum and caramel in the end... — 5 years ago