David Barker

9.8

Magnificent, full bodied, plush, decadent Aussie personalisation of a 'Super Tuscan' Cab Shiraz blend. Crafted by master winemaker Andrew Seppelt through Brett Hayes' pioneering newish kid off the block 'Hayes Family Wines'. Don't be fooled by the youth of Brett's venture, these wines display a history and heritage steeped in barossas's finest terroir, knowledge and nous. These are grapes from Barossa's hallowed Ebeneezer dirt, and Shultz vineyard dirt at that. But it's Andrew's knack for oeniological alchemy that extracts the finest from the blend, making a wine that is so plush, rounded and powerful it feels like donning your red velvet smoking jacket and sinking into a soft armchair in your best old slippers.
The only disappointing thing about this wine is that, in my humble opinion, it really needs a good 8-10 years of cellaring to reach its full potential. Have one now to enjoy it's youthful vibrancy and stash the rest of you can leave it alone!
I hear that this will be the only vintage blending both grapes from Barossa soil, so grab this unique vintage while you can. I believe future vintages with be Barossa Shiraz and Coonawarra Cab Sauv. The Aussie finest bride and groom upbringing of this pair. I can't wait to see what the future holds.
NB: the author is neither commercially connected to Hayes Family Wines' or receives free bottles to sample. All wine was purchased by the author. — 7 years ago

Jay Kline

9.5

Still an adolescent. These wines are the unsung heroes of the Schroeter/Groom-era at Geyser Peak. What a gem. — 8 years ago

with Tom

Sharon B

8.9

Just prior to his 10th birthday Colby Groom underwent back to back open heart surgeries. Inspired to raise awareness, Colby and his dad, notable winemaker Daryl Groom, created Colby Red as a way to raise funds for heart related charities. Colby is now a seasoned volunteer supporting heart health throughout North America. Colby Red has proudly raised and donated over $500,000 to heart charities across the USA and into Canada. I saw this and couldn't resist the donation! 💖 — 9 years ago

Billy Steffens

8.9

Very good. A little bit sweet, but not too much. Angel wine from naked wines. Definitely recommend — 9 years ago

Ryan Key

9.3

Strong vanilla and earth with a prickly finish. — 10 years ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Punches above its weight. Still has years to go. Groom did good work for these guys — 10 years ago

Ryan Case

9.4

A smashingly delightful Pinot. Great flavor. — 11 years ago

with Amanda

Peggy Hadley

9.4

Congratulations to the bride and groom. The wine is the birth year of the groom — 7 years ago

with Jim

Amanda Wadeson

9.0

Katie's groom suppers — 8 years ago

Kerry-Anne Robb

9.0

Lovely, woody, heavy red. Went great with spag bol. — 9 years ago

Bert Smit

9.0

Smooth and quickly gone at the Horse and Groom 👌🏻 — 9 years ago

Nate Redner

9.9

Numbing. Birth year wine for the groom to be. In perfect balance. Wish I had more bottles. — 9 years ago

Jonathan Bensick

10

Here's to the groom! The finest scotch I've ever tasted. — 10 years ago

Julia Weinberg

9.6

happy groom, delicious wine, spectacular wedding. — 10 years ago

Percy Mathebula

9.9

Cheers to the groom, JGM — 12 years ago

Jeremy Buss

8.9

Nose and initial taste reminds of a Sauv Blanc with citrus notes, slight pears and green apples. Only a slight amount of butter on the mid palate with only medium acidity. Very enjoyable. — 7 years ago

Leroy Martinez

9.1

A nice full-bodied red!
I can’t get over the hints of blackberry!
Really nice, sweet and smooth
Definitely worth it! — 8 years ago

Mike K

8.9

Very nice red table wine. Good medium body, nice flavor. 2013 vintage. Next Chapter Winery - MN Dashing Groom. — 8 years ago

Ashlee Howarth

9.5

Smooth and delicious. One of the best straight vodka's I've had. Recommended by the Russian father of the groom. — 9 years ago

Mike Holzer

9.7

Groom room wine. Outstanding delicious . One of my favs — 9 years ago

with Sean-Patrick

Scott Rowe

9.6

Bottled 2011. Holy crap it's good! Cheers to the Groom! — 10 years ago

PS

9.1

Nice smooth cabernet. Not very dry. — 10 years ago

James Parker Huston, CWE

Sommelier Charlie Palmer

9.5

To the Bride and Groom! — 11 years ago