Isaac Pirolo

9.1

I’ve had the hardest time remembering my new zip code even despite having written it a thousand times in the last few weeks... maybe I’m still dreaming... anyway...

It was still 90° at 7:30 so I went in search of Sauvignon Blanc. Sunshine Foods is the local grocery and has exactly the surprisingly very good selection that should be expected from a specialty local grocer in the heart of Napa Valley. I’m not going to lie, I bought this wine so that I would finally learn my zip code (even if I did let somebody ahead of me at checkout so I could finish researching it).

The winemaker is Sam Baxter of Terra Valentine and it’s sourced from the San Mateo Ranch Vineyard in Rutherford. At $19 that was good enough for me. Loaded with ripe pear and fresh, almost underripe melon, lime zest, and stony minerality, with just a tinge of honeysuckle that softens the corners. The acid is relatively toned down but still present enough to satisfy most purists. — 8 years ago

Ryan M

9.1

Very surprising for only $35. Took about 30 min to open up and another 30 let out the flavors. Ruby red, sweet oak, bing cherry, cassis, vanilla, light body with similarities to Rutherford style. I could see this showing well for another 5 years and hello to the high alcohol %!

Jamieson Ranch Vineyards is the southernmost winery in the Napa Valley, one of the world’s foremost winemaking regions. The estate’s more than 300 acres of gently rolling hills and terraced vineyards benefit from the cooling fog and breezes from the nearby San Pablo Bay, climatic conditions that favor the production of exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

The unique architecture of Jamieson Ranch Vineyards is reminiscent of a majestic western mountain lodge, replete with soaring ceilings, seating around a cozy fireplace, an observation gallery overlooking the barrel room and production area, and a spectacular wraparound veranda that affords sweeping views of the Napa Valley and San Pablo Bay. — 9 years ago

with Larissa

Ravinder Singh

9.6

Awesome can from Napa — 9 years ago

Paul J

9.2

This is the Trinchero Chicken Ranch I remember! The '07 much better than the '08. Lovely nose, and extremely earthy tones with mild fruit on the palate. Very smooth and easy to drink as it is more refined and not overpowering. Quite enjoyable. — 10 years ago

with Brooke

Jonathan S

8.9

Juicy rich and robust red blend with dominant plump ripe blackberry and plum. juicy fruit, mouthwatering, full bodied, balanced medium tannins, medium acidity and slightly oaked richness. This wine will please the palate for those who love juicy ripe black field berry fruit-forward and full bodied California reds. @jonsteeves rated 89/100 tasted May 2016 — 10 years ago

Josette Lucas

10

Love the taste of a good zin coming from those beautiful Knarly branches it's an experience — 10 years ago

Steve Knier

9.0

Beach, pool, gone! — 11 years ago

Matt Reed

9.7

Delicious... — 12 years ago

Lisa Schaffer

10

Smooth night for a cab. More like a merlot. — 13 years ago

Roman Sukley

9.4

2008 M. Étain Cabernet Sauvignon from the Cohn Ranch in Rutherford, Napa Valley. Second label from Scarecrow. Inaugural vintage. Made by Celia Welsh. 15% alcohol. Literally translated, “Monsieur Tin.” The Tin Man to go along with Scarecrow. Still waiting for The Cowardly Lion. Maybe a nice Chardonnay? Gorgeous dark garnet color. Aromatic nose of espresso and cocoa. Some nutmeg and baking spices as well. Just beautiful. Killer palate of sweet dark chocolate-covered cherries and black plums. Nuances of cedar, vanilla and that mocha that I love. Silky tannins round out a pleasurable experience. Lush and velvety texture. Lingering finish. MUCH better than I remember this wine which was opened closer to release. 10 years has been a godsend. As many of you know, I don’t drink much Cabernet, even though I love it. But when I do, I’m reminded of how much I truly love the grape. — 8 years ago

M. Christopher Roebuck

9.1

Pretty good. So far. A little bitter, but could be the food.

91+ points — 9 years ago

Jeremy Renshaw

9.4

'07 mellow, caramel nose, smooth finish — 9 years ago

with Jeannette

Kaity Wegen

10

Happy NYE! Loved it. — 9 years ago

with David

Corey Zamora, CSW

9.1

Intense floral aromas, on the palate-balance of grass, and florals. Pretty wine — 10 years ago

Cameron Myhrvold

9.1

1999 Beringer Quarry Vineyard Cabernet
super nice and evolved. not as good as the Home vineyard or Bancroft ranch but still a solid wine. — 10 years ago

Suzy Irvine

9.5

Great white wine — 10 years ago

Kent Skidmore

9.0

Tasty...smooth but plenty going on. — 11 years ago

Geoffrey Clapp

10

"Four" back property home ranch lot #4 - pure Rutherford dust. Awesome — 12 years ago

Julia Weinberg

9.0

It's alive! And really tasty, because 1978 is clearly the year of magic — 13 years ago

Don Keeley

9.0

Nice light amber color, full bodied and just enough fruit. Clean and nice butter on the palate. Very much enjoyed. — 8 years ago

Kelly Garland

9.1

Vey nice easy drink — 9 years ago

Jessica Pezzotti

9.6

Light and airy. Such a great bottle to start a summer night. — 9 years ago

with Anthony, Audrey and 1 other

Whitney Bosch

9.3

Awesome zin, bought at Rutherford tasting room in Napa, very light and fruit forward but a very smooth finish. — 9 years ago

Luis F Gimenez

9.0

Well structured. Inky and fruity, dark plums, pencil lead and forest floor Glycerin. High alcohol. — 10 years ago

Kristen Weinstein

9.3

Solid Napa Cabernet that's very drinkable already. Raspberries and chocolate, so yummy! — 10 years ago

with Josh

Trae Apodaca

9.0

Love me my Petite Sirah! — 10 years ago

with Keith

Michael Smith

9.3

$40.00 Rutherford Ranch. 2013 FLINCH Old Vine Zinfandel, Dry Creek

AROMA:
Black Pepper, ripe raspberry, and blackberry.
FLAVOR:
The wine's rich aromatics and soft tannins showcase flavors of spicy black pepper, ripe raspberry, blackberry and subtle hints of cinnamon.
APPELLATION:
Dry Creek, Sonoma
BLEND:
100% Zinfandel
AGING:
13 Months in Neutral French and American Oak
ALCOHOL:
14.5% — 10 years ago

Dan Warner

9.2

The 2010 is a mouthful of black cherry, dark not too sweet chocolate. Well done. — 11 years ago

Nicole N

9.6

Delicious, rich cab from Napa's Rutherford bench. Purchased during our Napa/Sonoma 2013 trip, which included a visit to Beaulieu (and their excellent tasting room with friendly, knowledgable staff) — 13 years ago

Rich Hattan

9.5

Loved this zin from Rutherford ranch — 14 years ago