Alan Evans

9.2

Great winery. Great wine. Lovely balance. — 8 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

Yup...that's Neil Patrick Harris on their Label. Sleight of Hand Cellars got involved in a charity that NPH was apart. They got to talking and found he not only had a love of Magic, but wine as well. The relationship evolved well enough, they asked him if he would be on one of their labels and Neil agreed. The "Sleight of Hand Cellars" label has been seen a few times on "How I Met Your Mother." NPH is also is a club member. The Conjurer is blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 8% Merlot and a splash of Petit Verdot from the Columbia Valley. Nice, fresh nose of; ripe dark currants, blackberries, black plum, dark cherries, black raspberries, black licorice, dark chocolate, soft spice, wood shavings and fresh dark florals. The palate is M+ body & soft M+ tannins with a thick, round mouthfeel. Dark spice, eucalyptus, mint, herb notes, cinnamon, vanilla, clove, chocolate, caramel apple, black licorice, crushed rocks, soft leather, nice, round, acidity and a very well polish finish. This is very easy to drink young and will cellar 10 years. — 8 years ago

Jeremy Pollard

9.4

If I'd known then what I know now. I find cab sav is most often a purchase based on speculation - they're frequently released far too young and are pretty much undrinkable in their youth. All overpowering tannin and intensity. This is an example of one very much worth the wait. Cool climate elegance combined with concentrated fruit and all sorts of complex notes layered throughout: menthol, cedar, blackcurrant, spice, hints of dusty chocolate and gently perfumed oak. Still has years ahead of it. Can't wait for dinner to finish cooking so I can sock it back with a rump steak. Should have bought more way back when! — 9 years ago

Liberty Cramer

8.9

Medium bodied, tiny touch on the sweeter side but still dry. It is a rosé. — 10 years ago

Paul Costigan

Founder Courtier Wines

9.5

1964: Fountain of youth. Brackish yet inviting nose. In the middle palate a pearl of sweet fruit. Had to pace myself to not drink as fast as my hand was drawn toward it. Grip on the finish, what else could you want? — 10 years ago

Elle Platter

9.0

My in-laws always have this on hand...like water :) — 10 years ago

John Davidson

9.1

Hi octane, nutty, a bit heady and coffee bitterness in the long finish. Pour hard or else this is a rough swallow. — 10 years ago

John Trinidad

Wine Blogger SFWineBlog

9.0

2013 gam gam to pair with thanksgiving bird. Wo needs cranberry sauce when you've got this scrumptious was in your glass? — 11 years ago

Francis Wilden

Director Francis Wilden Food & Wine Consulting

9.1

07 raveneau drinking beautifully and probably at its best now. Other Rav 07s have time in hand — 11 years ago

Julie Northshield

9.0

Great taste of summer, but great wine any meal. Try with a winning hand in poker or take to share on the top of a hill with a great view. Balanced , smooth — 13 years ago

Bret Barker

9.5

Hand me down flip-flops, hand me down socks. Hand me down drug dealers hand me down rocks.. love Ludacris and I love the dirty socks of Bordeaux. 96 pichon is in a great spot. Silky, fruit, great balance, long finish.. no complaints. Get involved! — 8 years ago

with Adam

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

100% Old Vine Chardonnay sourced from the French Creek Vineyard in Yakima Valley. On the nose; lemon, lime, green apple, underripe green melon, cream, buttered popcorn, notes of herbs and yellow & white lilies. Nice mouthfeel...slightly creamy. Fresh fruits of; lemon, lime, green apple, underripe green melon, notes of buttered popcorn, grassy notes, crisp minerality, nice acidity and round, rich finish. — 8 years ago

Mo Hassankhani

9.2

An absolute gem. It was great initially but just kept on getting better and better as it opened up. Definitely a wine that I need to keep on hand at home. Especially since it comes in half bottles. Tastes like it's in its prime. — 9 years ago

Bill Forsyth

9.3

About as good as it gets for a Washington Cab. We opened the 2008 for New Year's Eve several hours in advance to let it oxidize, and the result was fantastic. — 9 years ago

Christine Havens

9.1

The 2014 Mattaison Napa Valley Rosé is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, and Counoise from the Windmill Vineyard. I love this wine because what it communicates is restraint and tensile minerality as one would find in a good Provence rosé. Delicate floral aromas, slightly underripe white peaches, and white hand soap lend dimension to a lithe frame that has a subtle and demure touch of creaminess in the background. White plum skins and pie cherries crescendo before slowly unwinding. 11.2% ABV | Sample — 10 years ago

Robbie Ward

9.3

In an amazing place. Rich and layered. Showing its hand a little but with plenty left to give. So good — 10 years ago

Jeremy Pollard

9.1

Needed a couple of hours to properly open up but then came the pepper and spicy blackberry. Great stuff. Still plenty of life in it. — 10 years ago

Justin Fetridge

9.0

I can't put my hand in it but I love these delicate structured wines. A real revelation in what wine can and should deliver — 10 years ago

Rob Landsness

Brand Ambassador/Agent Jeffrey Davis Signature Selections

9.2

Rolland's hand in this merlot is evident! WA fruit, Pomerol style — 11 years ago

Lindley Maglio

9.4

The MacIntosh in Charleston — 12 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.4

Sleight of Hand Cellars gets it's name from Winemaker/Co-owner Trey Busch’s favorite Pearl Jam song, Sleight of Hand. He started the winery with partners Jerry and Sandy Solomon in 2007 after meeting at an auction. Since then, Sleight of Hand has become somewhat of a cult winery in Washington. The tasting room is decorated with an old jukebox and hipster inspired by rock albums. You only need to walk into the winery to see their love of Rock n' Roll. The winery also has a magic theme; which grew out of their name. All of their bottles have imagery of vintage magic posters that inspired their labels and names. It’s easy to see that the tasting room has great music and good vibe. While they make serious wines, the owners are fun, humble and only wish to make the best wine in Washington. They're on a good track. Photos of; a wide shot of the main tasting area, Trey Busch-Co-owner/Winemaker, the cover of the Pearl Jam album "Binaural"...the album that the song "Sleight of Hand" is on and the sitting area of their private tasting room. On the nose; a touch of funk, dark currants, tarry notes, savory grilled meats, pepper, iodine, blood, herbs & dark, candied, floral with violets. The palate has M+ body & tannins. Black currants, black plum, blackberries, blue fruits, dark cherries, black raspberries & raspberries. Pepper, blood, iodine, grilled meats, black licorice, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, clove, black cherry cola, fresh, red florals & violets, crushed rocks, loamy soils and big, round acidity with a beautiful, rich, elegant finish.

— 8 years ago

Jim Miller

9.0

Light, in Malbec terms. Long legs. Very good. — 8 years ago

Dave Wood

9.3

Hell yes! Muscular fruit driven goodness. Still with plenty of grip suggesting lots left in the tank. — 9 years ago

Roel van der Burg

Sommelier at Restaurant Entrepot

9.4

You can indicate a Côte Rotie of Jamet as 'Burgundian', but can you indicate a Georges Mugneret as 'Jametian' too? A real "iron hand in a velvet glove". Powerful elegance, spices/herbs and a little meaty. Great wine. — 9 years ago

with Théo, Alessandro and 1 other

Adam Knoerzer

9.0

This is a gorgeous blend. The body of the Chardonnay is felt in a light and enjoyable way, Chenin is still the star. — 10 years ago

Sean Evans

9.0

A really Fantasic local wine! Drinking this with fish platter it goes hand in hand!! A must if you visit Amalfi Coast!! — 10 years ago

Susan Valverde

9.5

Great weekday malbec - nice reminder of del angel in Mendoza — 10 years ago

James Parker Huston, CWE

Sommelier Charlie Palmer

10

Near perfect. The Angels in Heaven had a hand in this beauty. — 11 years ago

Gary Westby

Champagne & Sherry buyer K&L Wines

9.2

A subtle Corton-Charlemagne with a lot of time in hand. Very long and intriguing. — 12 years ago