Hayden Hamilton

9.0

Very easy to like. Not one of the big hot years I love (2006, 2009, 2015) but not a Burgundian 2007 either. — 2 months ago

Christopher Vaughn Messer

9.1

This is a polished, crowd-pleasing Cabernet that still shows real intent. Ripe black cherry and blackberry lead the charge, followed by notes of cocoa, vanilla, and a subtle cedar spice. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, giving it an easy, confident structure without sacrificing depth. There’s just enough oak warmth to feel luxurious, but it never overwhelms the fruit.

I opened this during a family winter getaway in Atlantic City, one of those cold, quiet nights after the lights fade and the boardwalk winds down. It paired beautifully with a relaxed dinner and conversation, the kind of wine that elevates the moment without demanding attention. Approachable, reliable, and quietly refined. Indian Wells continues to earn its reputation as a go-to Cabernet with class. — 3 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.2

Delicious. Changes in the glass a lot. Touch too much new oak for us. — 4 months ago

Thomas

8.9

This is a nicely tasty red wine with steak. Smooth drinking. — 4 months ago

Ericsson

9.3

Big. Bold. More acid than fruit. Will go the distance. — 6 months ago

Gage Orion

9.1

Wonderful magnum for Thanksgiving! — 6 months ago

Jon Tate

9.6

Great wine! Drank this with fish tacos in Broken Bow. Excellent wine! — 2 months ago

Rachelle Evertsen

9.5

Nice, don’t love white wine but this is good — 3 months ago

Paul Barnaby

9.1

Very fruity at the beginning but opens up and becomes dryer with a tannin finish — 4 months ago

Mo

9.0

Concur with WS review albeit one point lower:

“Snappy and vibrant, with tart cherry, cranberry, green tea and spice flavors that zip along toward sleek tannins. Drink now through 2032. 9,554 cases made.”

Tim Fish
Issue Date: Jun 30, 2025
Release Price: $40/750mL — 4 months ago

Doug Adams

9.3

2018. Decanted for about an hour and improved with more time. — 4 months ago

Randy Fillingim

9.0

I have been fortunate to drink a number of these BF’s over the years. All have been quite decent. This is no exception.  — 5 months ago

Craig Becraft

9.4

Silky elegance vibrant black cherry delicate tanins with dry finish — 6 months ago

Tyler Felous

9.2

Good but didn’t stand out among Oregon peers — 4 months ago

K Brooks

9.0

Delicious with pork tenderloin. Lovely nose and fruity mellow finish. — 3 months ago

John Berggren

9.0

2022 vintage is smooth and silky, subtle fruit. Stood its ground with steak. Solid value at a $15 price point. — 3 months ago

Paul J

9.2

PnP. Deep wine with dark fruit. Not much terroir, but very juicy and enjoyable. — 4 months ago

with Brooke

Karen Tripson

9.4

Excellent. — 5 months ago

Scott E. Becker

9.2

[Tasted on December 12, 2025 at Home]

Bright raspberry, cranberry and blueberry fruit, with mineral, mushroom and spice. Wine was rated #11 on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2025. — 5 months ago

Kevin Løk

9.3

So good, but I served it too cold ✍🏼 — 6 months ago

with Caroline