Shay A

9.4

Was introduced to Spoto Wines officially today, though @Mark Flesher has sung their praises to me for a while, and even gifted me this very same bottle. Spoto Wines is the epitome of family...all owned, operated and it very much feels that way. Really love that style. I was pleased to meet Stuart Spoto as he was pouring. Quick review of their wines:
-2015 Viognier- The best Viognier I've tasted. "Summer in a bottle" they say. Tropical notes but not super citrus like. A minty finish which I loved.
-2014 Oakville Cuvée- From the historic Oakville Station part of To-Kalon. Merlot dominant. The most "Bordeaux"-esque of the lineup to me. Balance of red fruits and earthy herbs. Spice finish.
-Godfather Part II- My favorite of the tasting based on approachability. This is pop and pour. Red and black fruit medley, cinnamon, cassis. 80/20 Merlot/Malbec
-2013 Oakville Private Reserve Cabernet- I'm stoked to have one of these out away in the cellar. Also from the Oakville Station To-Kalon Vineyard. This is age worthy but could be popped today if you give it a 1.5-2hr decant. Very black fruit dominant. Plum rush, blackcherry and mocha. — 9 years ago

with Cody and Mark

David Childs

9.3

Not the best TOR I've had, but a good solid contender. A few have been off the charts, which is what I always hope for, but I'd take more if I could afford it. Not a daily drinker, for me at least. Wish it was. — 12 years ago

Carter Nixon

9.3

The steak was as good as the wine was as good as the guy it's named for! Now we just need Florea! — 10 years ago

Joe Roth

9.5

Pure nectar! — 10 years ago

with Michael

Jeff Gassman

10

My FAVORITE! I almost want to say "It's horrible! Don't buy it!" just so there can be more for me. :) the Oakville terroir stands alone. Absolutely fantastic. 93% of these grapes come from the To Kalon vineyard.. Although not the 60 year old vines they've got out there. It doesn't matter.. Great llocation and great fruit! — 11 years ago

John Van Trijp

9.9

..........RESPECT!.......... — 12 years ago

Julie Kang

9.6

Smooth and delish. Drinking great! — 10 years ago

Joe Kaiser

9.2

05 deep dark fruit, with Chocolate, with a little earthiness. On the palate this wine was powerful yet balance with the tannins seamlessly integrated. Long lush finish! — 10 years ago

NYR

10

Delicious especially with family at Thanksgiving! 2010 vintage on November 27, 2015 — 11 years ago

with Adam

Mike Anderson

Owner/Winemaker for MTGA Wines

8.9

Pretty solid. It definitely kept me coming back for more. It has been a while since a big Cab Sauv has made my taste buds perk up. — 12 years ago