Nik Weinberg-Lynn

9.1

Musty nose of earth and eucalyptus. Alcohol quickly blows off. Big peppery flavors. Not incredibly complex but very tasty! — 8 years ago

Tom Young

8.9

Interesting. Big flavor with tartness that causes a little pucker — 9 years ago

Adam Mahler

9.2

Shut the front door. — 9 years ago

Randy Fuller

9.7

The wine is a lovely and rich greenish gold, much the same as the LCB “normale,” but maybe a little more vibrant. Aromas are predictably savory - beeswax, lanolin, minerals, citrus - and flavors walk that same path. The tropical fruit hits hard, with that Roussanne nuttiness right behind. The earthy, almost soapy, note stays long after the sip while acidity holds a high threshold. You could spend $45 on a Chardonnay very easily, but this wine gives you something much more interesting for your investment. — 10 years ago

Sabina Colombeau

9.2

What a trip. So many weird words came up: burnt caramel, raisins, bourbon, nutty, dried mangos, Sherry, bananas foster, plum liquor, orange blossom. Paired amazing with fleur du maquis cheese. — 10 years ago

Erik McLaughlin

Vice President Seven Hills Winery

9.0

Raw and earthy. Tannic with fruit leather, dried mushroom, chewy. — 11 years ago

Rob Renteria

Sommelier La Folie Restaurant

9.2

"Sprechen Sie Deutsch, Viking Fräulein?!! #RieslingToLive — 11 years ago

Adam Ehmer

9.1

Intense and concentrated color and aroma, melons, lemons, star fruit, apple, pear, sweet fruit on the front and mid palate, tart fruit, spice, calcium vitamins and salt on the finish. — 12 years ago

Nate Redner

9.4

Gettin my Rhone Ranger on — 12 years ago

Nik Weinberg-Lynn

9.5

In my mind, the premiere expression of (value) CA Grenache. Tart, bright, enough vanilla and cracked pepper. Tuesday (Asian) Turkey burgers never tasted so good. Well played, Randall. — 13 years ago

Byron Hewett

9.3

Similar to the 2009 normale, but with another gear. Very refined. Excellent. — 8 years ago

Jenny Duke

9.2

Smooth, fruity, full bodied. Would drink again! — 8 years ago

Anthony Simoncini

9.0

Great everyday wine — 9 years ago

Ben Jones

9.1

Fresh tarmac and cooked berry on the nose. Very focused grenache. This wine makes me aware of Monterey's potential. Very good but I'm not sure I'd pay $48 a bottle for it. — 9 years ago

Maria Pepe

9.4

Fresh and lovely — 10 years ago

Byron C Mayes

9.1

Naturally deep gold in the glass. Dried pomes, honey, distinct botrytis flavors on the nose and palate. Medium acidity but in good balance. Got an apple pie? — 11 years ago

with Andrew

Sean Nelson

9.0

Good egg! Lovely accompaniment to Tikka Masala. Savage rations, of course, but the wine lifts the meal to a nearly civilised point. @BonnyDoon Vineyard — 11 years ago

Jennifer Ann Salyer

10

Bonny Doon Wine Tasting. — 12 years ago

with Chris

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

8.9

Actually surprised how much I like this. On the fruitier side, but quite good. %12. — 12 years ago

Beau Carufel

Winemaker/Owner Random Wine Company

8.9

Pairs well with SNL. Also, let it open up for a while. — 13 years ago

Byron Hewett

9.4

Fantastic wine. Seamless, very long. Honeyed note on the finish. — 8 years ago

Emily Kresie-Harrington

9.0

2011 vintage. Very fresh, light- to medium-bodied blend. High-toned, red fruit-driven with that Carignan herbal quality. Cranberry, red plum, pomegranate, raspberry, fresh sage and tarragon, tobacco, tart cherry. 56 Carignan 28 Mourvèdre 9 Grenache 6 Syrah 1 Zinfandel. — 8 years ago

Andrea Myers

9.6

Crisp and off-dry. A delicious blend of the three fruits which deliver a great balance. Subtle bubbles providing a little play for the tongue. — 9 years ago

Miguel Ostrowski

8.9

This will always have a special place in my heart, since it was bought on a great trip. Overall a tasty, good quality dessert wine it paired perfectly with my apple and pear strudel. — 10 years ago

Nik Weinberg-Lynn

9.3

Wow! Smoky nose with musty characteristics - in a good way. The wine sings with berry flavors and herbal notes! Delicious. — 10 years ago

Nathan Claiborn

9.1

Old school California style field blend, with lots of ripe, wild dark berry fruit but none of the jamminess and oak to screw it up. Really delightful. — 11 years ago

Please Dont Sell My Data

9.3

Please had this 11 years ago

Joanne Frette

9.1

Very enjoyable. — 12 years ago

Brian Graham

9.5

2002 Madiran produced and bottled by S.C.E.A. Chateau de Viella, Gers France.

Imported by Bonny Doon Vineyard, Santa Cruz, CA. — 12 years ago

William Allen - Two Shepherds

Owner/Winemaker Two Shepherds

9.0

Another fun crazy wine by Randall, sparkling Syrah. (No Aussiie Roo's here.) Bone dry, bright fruit, touch of tannins. Better day 2. Must get more. — 12 years ago