Bonus! We had the 2010 and the 2011. I'm going to rate the 2010 here. The nose and first sip were dark and black fruit forward. Smelled less like zin and more like a Bordeaux. Taste and finish had nice structure, round edges, and a lasting, full bodied kick. We preferred the 2010 to the 2011, which was a juicier and more fruity red. — 11 years ago
A bit oaky on day 1, better on day 2 and even better on day 3. — 11 years ago
Very polished, nice supporting acid, like a lemon cream pie. drinking very well right now- and was fantastic on a day like yesterday #hotaugustwhites #shafer — 11 years ago
Great showing Riesling — 11 years ago
Kind of funky nose. A little light on the body. Took a few hours in the bottle to really come together. — 11 years ago
Some would say jammy, some would say fruit forward. I say amazing. I'd spread it on toast if I could. So fruity it should be illegal. — 13 years ago
John Lin
Had the 2010 Roll Ranch with Christmas dinner of prime rib, baby artichokes, asparagus, roasted potatoes. Had this after a 1999 Dalla Valle Cabernet. A little thin on first sip and not a as full as the regular cuvée. Losing fruit? Energized and vibrant for an older vintage. After some time in the glass, the wine filled out and is improving. Maybe decant? — 11 years ago