James Naphen

9.2

2012 Twomey Soda Canyon Ranch Merlot - Review (November 2024)

The 2012 Twomey Soda Canyon Ranch Merlot remains a stellar example of Napa Valley elegance and richness. Its garnet hue hints at its depth, while the nose offers complex layers of ripe blackberry, licorice, graphite, dark chocolate, and cloves.

On the palate, a velvety texture highlights blackberry and fruit compote, evolving into a refined finish of chocolate and fine-grained tannins. Balanced and luxurious, this wine pairs beautifully with roast duck, aged Gouda, or beef Wellington. — 23 days ago

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Trish Cereda

9.5

One of my favorite Pinots. Full of flavor but not too heavy. Great with food. Had it with a BLT and was in heaven! — 7 months ago

Allyson Vaccaro-Pelton

9.4

Gorgeous view from the Dundee winery. Delish — 2 years ago

Mark Mannebach

9.2

Dark cherry, blueberry tones with some minerality and spice. Very smooth — 21 days ago

Mark Mannebach

9.2

Really good RR Pinot. Upfront fruit with cherry, cranberry and black raspberry notes. Wet stone and little spice — 3 months ago

Alexander Garabedian

8.9

Baby lord Jesus… I wish I could be baptized in this stuff. The bold fruit was like I just got punched in the face by Mike Tyson, but at the same time the structure was one of the smoothest roller coaster rides that I’ve been on. — a year ago

Mark Mannebach

9.2

One of our favorite Sauvignon Blancs from CA. Reminds us of a good white Bordeaux. Lemoncello notes but softer with apricot and some floral notes. — a month ago

Joe Fischer

9.4

Very berry notes of strawberry, raspberry, and dark cherry. Stone minerality notes with licorice and a tartness. Smooth with a nice finish. — 5 months ago

Walt M Britt

9.1

Hands down the best poolside Rose. — a year ago

Kkollins

9.6

Fruity, perfect medium body for a Pinot, no spice. Just as yummy today as when we tried it at the tasting room in Nov. — 3 years ago