Felt like carignan was the dominant grape here, but apparently it's not. Super old vines ; quite interesting stuff--if bigger Cali wines were more like this I'd drink em more. — 10 years ago
Slight floral quality to the edgy sweetness and gorgeous black fruit. I suspect some co-fermentation here (Viognier). Lovely, lively, and lithe on the palate. Plenty of acids here, so this will pair with nearly any meats. Just to reiterate, this is not your typical Paso syrah (no offense), but an elegant rendition of the grape. — 10 years ago
Hints of grape. Consistent. — 11 years ago
2005 Cabernet Franc, my husband's favorite Bordeaux grape varietal. — 11 years ago
Blackberry, raspberry and eucalyptus. Well-made representation of a classic Italian grape variety. — 11 years ago
Tannic dark rabbit hole of flavor. Interesting grape done with good polish in execution. — 9 years ago
I liked this wine so much I dug out the receipt afraid I had opened something expensive. I was amazed at the price point (12.99) for this wine. It is a blend w/Tempranillo being the dominant grape. It has the dry, earthy taste u associate with much more expensive wines and a very smooth finish. — 10 years ago
Ok the minerality on the nose is strong and the wine is golden honey to look at. Acidity is moderate palate is strong grape and mango. My co taster is a Col. With US Marines so I have to agree! — 10 years ago
20+ grape varietals in this beauty. Subtle, herbaceous nose. Fruit is balanced well by a savory full bodied taste. Love it. — 10 years ago
All steel, can really taste the Chardonnay grape — 11 years ago
“The 2009 Ramey Syrah Rodgers Creek Vineyard… offers up knockout aromatics of blackberry, salted meats, wild herbs, and pepper on the nose. This is followed by a full-bodied, classically styled and structured Syrah that possesses a concentrated, yet elegant feel, integrated acidity, and blockbuster length on the finish.”
- Jeb Dunnuck, The Rhone Report, March 2013
Our Syrahs are grown in the cool climate of the Sonoma Coast, which offers a style reminiscent of the Northern Rhone regions of Hermitage and Cornas. The Rodgers Creek is co-fermented with 9% Viognier and 25% whole grape clusters, leading to aromas and flavors of smoked meat, white pepper, green olive and grapefruit. After two to two and a half years in 100% new French oak barrels sur lies, it is lightly fined with egg whites for greater suppleness and bottled without filtration. — 11 years ago
Málaga Spain Jorge Ordonez & Co. 2011 Victoria Moscatel Dulce 6/13 $28 drank 12/24/13. High concentration 15 lbs best grape clusters to make 375ml Long tropical fruits favors make it an ideal pairing w cheese, foie-gras or sweet desserts. Serve chilled — 12 years ago
Interesting wine. Pale, pale color. Blend of Seyval Blanc and Cayuga grapes from NY made by a winery in Maine. Love something different. Intriguing mix of green grape and steamer clam broth. Floral notes. Would buy again. — 10 years ago
Great grape, Tempranillo like but more fruit forward and lighter. — 10 years ago
Banyan is a label belonging to Hobo Wine Co meant to introduce a line of wines that pair more friendly with Asian cuisine. Gewürtztraminer (spicy Traminer) is a pink grape that makes an aromatic, opulent fruity wine. Expect the Monterey county fruit to provide more texture and ripeness than its Germanic counterparts.
#Gewürztraminer #banyan #hobowineco #california #wine — 10 years ago
Soft-handed approach to the grape that mirrors the Valdiguie. Pleasant game and spice--while not overpowering the fruit. Kudos to whatever fine Gentleman that's bringing this to CO. 2013 vintage. — 10 years ago
"Dark red cherries, plums, new leather, smoke and game explode from David Ramey's 2012 Syrah. Intense and voluptuous to the core..."
- Antonio Galloni, Vinous,
February 2014
Our Syrahs are grown in the cool climate of the Sonoma Coast, which offers a style reminiscent of the Northern Rhone regions of Hermitage and Cornas. The Sonoma Coast is co-fermented with 6% Viognier and 25% whole grape clusters, leading to aromas and flavors of smoked meat, white pepper, green olive and grapefruit, coupled with a silky texture and savory flavor. After a year and a half in barrel sur lies, it is lightly fined with egg whites and bottled without filtration. — 11 years ago
Jody Scharf
Grape. Rich raisins. I feel like it's drinks well now. Lighter than other zins. Go for it. Bedrock never disappoints. Love the nose as well. — 9 years ago