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

Natalie Griffin

8.9

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

Renee fini

9.4

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

Dave Thomas

9.1

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

Natalie Morales

9.6

Borrowed photo but this wine is awesome! I'm not generally a cab fan but this is an excellent blend. — 11 years ago

Vaclav Ruzicka

10

Best under $20 Cabernet, hands down! — 13 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

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

Katherine Muc

9.3

Delicious! — 10 years ago

Megan Sommers

9.2

Buttery and delicious. — 11 years ago

Rachael Ryan

Sommelier Quince Restaurant

9.8

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

Ellen Clifford

8.9

Ever so delightful. I'd eat with anything with a berry sauce. It is so rich, so balanced between tannin, acid and residual sugar that you get lost. Like every other Dutcher Crossing I've tasted it is a beaut. More on ye silly blog. Zin forever? I say so. — 8 years ago

Joni Brennan

9.4

Drinking the 2003 in May 2017. Amazing still! — 8 years ago

Jill

9.1

Very nice merlot. — 9 years ago

Becky Ford

9.5

Great unique tasting wine. Spicey — 10 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

Pat Avilla

9.8

One of my favorites — 12 years ago

with Leilani, Nicole and 2 others