Ryan Key

9.0

Opaque black violet. Burgundy rim to black center. Vanilla, leather aroma. Tannic and prickly on the back of my tongue. Not sure what is in here - Syrah? cab? Really awesome. — 9 years ago

Robert Branden Shine

9.5

This wine had me jump in to a cacao jungle, in this rare jungle I came across a aromatic and pungent herb tobacco. The tobacco acted as a buffer to the oak and caressed the palette like none other. There is a presence of black cherry on the mountain forrest floor where I taste a fallen oak and a land unknown. It looks as though any age has a presence whether young or old on a wine of this magnitude. Awesome job on this one, will be happy to try again years from now. This wine decanted:first; it will transport you to a world unknown; next, it will have your cheeks will pop with anticipation that spirals your tastebuds like a whirlwind; lastly it brings to miss what you have finished... — 10 years ago

Matt Young

9.4

Heard a lot about this, so there was a lot of anticipation. And it was very good. Very big, tannic and explosive. However, for me, it fell short of the Berringer. So goes the plight of tasting different wines back to back. Would like try this again on its own. — 11 years ago

with Amy and Tom

Ed Merrison

8.9

The big smile rating has much to do with a) how in the mood I was for this (lamb back straps, winter's day), the anticipation of it being exactly what was required and the resounding way in which it proved me right. Blackberry and cassis, cigar box complexity, amplitude, medium body and - the best thing - supple, grainy fruit tannins that held the fruit in a warm and enduring embrace. — 11 years ago

Chris Killoran

9.7

GIGANTIC ANTICIPATION for this over the next decade, couldn't help myself to 1 of 12 now it's time to patiently wait! — 11 years ago

Tricia Sinarine

9.6

This is a nice dessert wine — 12 years ago

Don Beckham

9.3

Sensational! — 9 years ago

Chaz Judy

9.4

Smell alone makes me shiver with anticipation. Taste: smooth vanilla, happy whiskeyed oak, finished in long slow raisin. Yum! — 10 years ago

with Joseph, Jadrienne and 4 others

Chip Krotee

9.0

Deep purple color drove anticipation. Excellent start with a interesting nose which was not as bold as expected. However, I appreciated the fruit which was presented. The texture as you drink still remains delicate, yet pleasing. Plum and cherry with soft tannins. A finish that doesn't disappoint which invites you back. Good at $85 if you can find it. Over $125 would be pushing it in my opinion. — 10 years ago

Natasha C

9.4

Been looking for this for a while. Lived up to the anticipation. — 11 years ago

Rob DeShane

8.9

So much anticipation, somewhat dissatisfied. Burgundy.... — 11 years ago

Nate Spoelman

9.0

After much anticipation I wasn't let down. Notes of rich, extracted dark fruit, dates, black cherry, freshly plowed organic soil. Satiny-smooth finish. — 11 years ago

Andrew Yandell

10

Anticipation galore — 12 years ago

Colin Craft

9.3

Slightly smoked berries, unsweetened cough syrup with notes of melted jolly-ranchers that have been mixed with water. This wine, for me, would be ideal on a 102 degree afternoon in August, around 5:15pm as the sun is on the edge of being unbearable – on its way to become a delightful evening. With intentions of grabbing a rosé... instead, I would grab this charming Gamay to boost my palate into the evening, with anticipation of a bolder evening red. — 10 years ago

Kathleen Hodgins

9.6

Well hello new friend. The label refers to Kew Vineyards as a "hidden gem". We feel the same about The Soldier's Grant. Beautiful in the glass; deep colour with a hint of bronze(and great legs!), with a nose that makes you smile in anticipation. The taste does not disappoint. A definite winner. — 10 years ago

Dave Montagne

9.0

In anticipation of Sept 2016!
— 10 years ago

Alex Fishman

9.3

Opening up - in anticipation of the steaks! — 11 years ago

with rachel

Brett Banfield

9.4

Anticipation!!!!! Review to follow. — 11 years ago

Bridget Meagher

9.6

Anticipation! Xmas dinner 2013. — 12 years ago

Andrew Yandell

9.0

Sativa. Herbal flowers. Edge of the lemon wedge, with the anticipation if acid. Waxy and clean. Dull pearly dandelion tint. Wool and passion fruit — 12 years ago