Christopher Vaughn Messer

9.1

This is a polished, crowd-pleasing Cabernet that still shows real intent. Ripe black cherry and blackberry lead the charge, followed by notes of cocoa, vanilla, and a subtle cedar spice. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, giving it an easy, confident structure without sacrificing depth. There’s just enough oak warmth to feel luxurious, but it never overwhelms the fruit.

I opened this during a family winter getaway in Atlantic City, one of those cold, quiet nights after the lights fade and the boardwalk winds down. It paired beautifully with a relaxed dinner and conversation, the kind of wine that elevates the moment without demanding attention. Approachable, reliable, and quietly refined. Indian Wells continues to earn its reputation as a go-to Cabernet with class. — 15 days ago

Thomas

8.9

This is a nicely tasty red wine with steak. Smooth drinking. — 2 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.2

Delicious. Changes in the glass a lot. Touch too much new oak for us. — a month ago

Rachelle Evertsen

9.5

Nice, don’t love white wine but this is good — 4 hours ago

John Berggren

9.0

2022 vintage is smooth and silky, subtle fruit. Stood its ground with steak. Solid value at a $15 price point. — 17 days ago

Paul Barnaby

9.1

Very fruity at the beginning but opens up and becomes dryer with a tannin finish — a month ago

Mo

9.0

Concur with WS review albeit one point lower:

“Snappy and vibrant, with tart cherry, cranberry, green tea and spice flavors that zip along toward sleek tannins. Drink now through 2032. 9,554 cases made.”

Tim Fish
Issue Date: Jun 30, 2025
Release Price: $40/750mL — a month ago

Paul J

9.2

PnP. Deep wine with dark fruit. Not much terroir, but very juicy and enjoyable. — 2 months ago

with Brooke

K Brooks

9.0

Delicious with pork tenderloin. Lovely nose and fruity mellow finish. — 2 hours ago

Doug Adams

9.3

2018. Decanted for about an hour and improved with more time. — 2 months ago