Ericsson

9.0

Great zin... High acidity, non of the strong alcohol feel... — 7 years ago

Barry Bleske

10

One of my favorite Zin and vineyard — 7 years ago

Peter Ricci

9.2

Really great drinking wine. Would be good with good but wouldn’t completely stand up to bigger reds. — 7 years ago

with Bridget

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.0

Rich, lush; blackberries, black plum, blackberries, boysenberries, black pepper, grilled meats, leather, showing a little too much wood, lavender, violets. Acidity is high and the alcohol shows hot at this stage. — 8 years ago

Joni Brennan

9.4

Drinking the 2003 in May 2017. Amazing still! — 9 years ago

Jill

9.1

Very nice merlot. — 9 years ago

Dave Thomas

9.1

Nice wine. Good smooth aftertaste with a bold tart but sweet taste. — 9 years ago

Ben Sacks

8.9

Certainly better than the 2011. Lower alcohol for a CA red. Medium tannins. Not very complex kinda meh on the Livermore Cabs — 10 years ago

Nicholas Bennett

9.2

Amazing body. Cherry and an incredibly smooth finish — 11 years ago

Rachael Ryan

Sommelier Quince Restaurant

9.8

Always surprised by these wines. Incredible concentration and still lively. — 12 years ago

Michael Chelus

9.1

Black cherry, vanilla, licorice, oak, blackberry, raspberry and eucalyptus. Great structure and moderate tannins. — 7 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.5

Oreno, takes its name from the river crossing the estate where the farmhouse is found. Blend of 50% Merlot, 40% Cab Sauv & 10% Petit Verdot, aged 18 mos in new French oak. Went to a tasting, had ‘14 & ‘15 side by side. Big ripe berry fruit aromas with sweet spice notes. On the palate rich blackberry & cherry flavors with cacao, tobacco, oak & flinty tones. Firm big tannins needing time showing great aging potential, lingering ending with succulent earthy mineral character. ‘15 much better. Tasting Sample! — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

Fruit profile is somewhere between 12 & 13 with a lean towards 12. Drink amazingly easy for a 14. Medium body & the structure is leaner. The florals are incredible in the 14. Everything is so soft, ripe and rich. Drink now and cellar 10 years. — 8 years ago

Natalie Griffin

8.9

Good daily red, still some strong tannins — 8 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.2

Usually the favorite from the wente club wines. Cab/Syrah/petite/Graciano. Nth degree chard is also a standout. — 9 years ago

Dave Milz

9.5

Very nice and smooth. More subtle oak than previous vintage, leading to a more balanced Chardonnay. — 9 years ago

with Michele

Becky Ford

9.5

Great unique tasting wine. Spicey — 10 years ago

CynCon

9.0

Vanilla and berry at first.. Velvet and smooth on the mouth. Then a bit of a bite at the end. Not overwhelming at all, so I wouldn't be afraid to pair it with lighter dishes or to sip solo. — 10 years ago

Beau Carufel

Winemaker/Owner Random Wine Company

8.9

Took a while to open up, was delicious when it did. Tons of bright, ripe fruit. Spicy, peppery. Paired well with ribs. — 11 years ago

Pat Avilla

9.8

One of my favorites — 13 years ago

with Leilani, Nicole and 2 others

Randy Fuller

9.0

This yellow-gold wine rings the “old-style Cali” bell in all the right ways. A nose of apricots, mangoes and apples is helped along with the smell of buttered popcorn. Oak treats the palate as well, draping over the tropical fruit like a sunshade. The acidity is zesty, yet the mouthfeel tends toward creaminess due to the wine sitting on the lees for five months. The oak is a definite part of the wine, but the effect is softened enough so that it's a pleasure, not a pain. — 7 years ago

Chinmoy Saha

9.0

Not a big fan of white wine. This 2005 one is really special one. The color, clarity, nose and body is top quality. — 7 years ago

Bill Mowry

8.9

Blackberry and blueberry. Paired it with garlic rack of lamb. — 8 years ago

Jason and Jennie

9.5

I think this is my favorite wine from steven kent. Would love to try this against some good vintage lineages. It's got a great nose, mouth watering acid and flavors, and enough tannins to get your attention. Not dark dark fruit. More mixed with prominent red fruit. Really in a nice spot. These wines are really meant to have this kind of age on them. — 8 years ago

Renee fini

9.4

Julio delivers once again! Bring me some toast for this jam! Oh yes! — 9 years ago

Marie Leon

9.0

Peppery flavor wins me over in this petite Syrah aged very well. — 9 years ago

with Alex

Katherine Muc

9.3

Delicious! — 10 years ago

Megan Sommers

9.2

Buttery and delicious. — 11 years ago

Natalie Morales

9.6

Borrowed photo but this wine is awesome! I'm not generally a cab fan but this is an excellent blend. — 12 years ago

Vaclav Ruzicka

10

Best under $20 Cabernet, hands down! — 13 years ago