Bob McDonald

9.5

Initially oaky notes which blew off after a while. Black and blue fruits, a gingery note with stacks of black pepper. A genuine cool climate Syrah - possibly NZ’s premium Syrah and certainly one of my favourite Syrahs. Black pepper and spice bordering on profound palate intensity. Very northern Rhone - excellent. I don’t know how available this is overseas but it’s worth seeking out. An interesting back story: The winemaker, John Hancock, who worked the harvest at Jaboulet in 1996 received Syrah cuttings from the Hermitage Hill as a gift from Gerard Jaboulet. Hancock planted them in 2001 and now, in good vintages, uses the fruit for Homage. Scents of potpourri, lavender and wild thyme “. I totally agree. — 8 days ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

Kinda cheesy label. Nice dark color. Smells resinous and ripe. Flavors are crisp and juicy. Fruit forward, but a lovely blend. — 6 months ago

Jeffrey Woo

8.9

Light ruby hue. Aromas of cherry, cream, grass, minerals, and smoke. Medium-light body, soft tannins, and plus acidity. Bright and balanced with a lasting finish. A little tight at first, but softens after opening a while with hints of vanilla on the palate. — 2 years ago

Eric Mellum

9.0

Really enjoyed this - had with Chipotle tacos — 19 days ago

Bobbi Jo Broxson

9.2

One of our favs. So delicious but also sad to see it go. — 4 months ago

with Brian

Robin Bundy

9.1

That kinda night! Opened up a 2009 just because. A little dry, but held up nicely. Very enjoyable. — 8 months ago

Patti Petree

9.0

At Harold’s house — 2 years ago

Jessica Knickerbocker

8.9

Continues the tradition of good Cabs. — 21 days ago

Conrad Green

9.4

Lovely and lifted and pretty. Fresh lime and stone. Honey Lovely floral notes. Dances on the palate. Vivid and fragrant. Excellent — 4 months ago

with Ara and Paul

Anthony Pro

9.0

I haven’t had this wine since the late 2000’s.

As good as I remember it.

#Nostalgia — 2 years ago