Bonny Doon Vineyard
Le Cigare Volant Red Rhone Blend
California, USA
Cherry, raspberry, bramble, currant, cranberry and hints of oak. Medium-bodied and moderate tannins.
Cherry, raspberry, bramble, currant, cranberry and hints of oak. Medium-bodied and moderate tannins.
Sep 23rd, 2020
The medium ruby colored wine gives off a fruity nose, a bit of a departure for Bonny Doon bottlings. The savory is not forgotten, but a healthy dose of raspberry, blackberry and red currant comes forward in unbridled fashion. On the palate, there's a tartness, but also a juicy acidity at play. To me, it drinks somewhat like a cru Beaujolais., only from Monterey County. The semi-lengthy finish carries the fruit well.
The medium ruby colored wine gives off a fruity nose, a bit of a departure for Bonny Doon bottlings. The savory is not forgotten, but a healthy dose of raspberry, blackberry and red currant comes forward in unbridled fashion. On the palate, there's a tartness, but also a juicy acidity at play. To me, it drinks somewhat like a cru Beaujolais., only from Monterey County. The semi-lengthy finish carries the fruit well.
2 people found it helpfulJul 29th, 2019
Rated previously. Gorgeous magenta color! Costco find! Great price for this with some age on it! Really enjoying it's evolution. Characteristic of iron ore and earth...very nice
Rated previously. Gorgeous magenta color! Costco find! Great price for this with some age on it! Really enjoying it's evolution. Characteristic of iron ore and earth...very nice
Feb 10th, 2022
CdP-inspired cuvée from #montereycounty. While the southern Rhône may have been their target, the bright red fruit aroma, lovely floral notes on the nose plus crunchy red fruit, bright tartness and medium bodied palate do indeed invoke Cru Beaujolais; agree with @Randy Fuller there. Strong QPR from Costco @ ~$14 presented in a graceful red blend.
CdP-inspired cuvée from #montereycounty. While the southern Rhône may have been their target, the bright red fruit aroma, lovely floral notes on the nose plus crunchy red fruit, bright tartness and medium bodied palate do indeed invoke Cru Beaujolais; agree with @Randy Fuller there. Strong QPR from Costco @ ~$14 presented in a graceful red blend.
Jan 21st, 2022
Fresh, lively red fruits. Notes of cherry and cranberry on the palate and the nose. A bit of earthiness as well. The large dollop of cinsaut contributed to the brightness of the fruit flavors. 52% Grenache, 35% Cinsaut, 13% Syrah. 7/4/22.
Fresh, lively red fruits. Notes of cherry and cranberry on the palate and the nose. A bit of earthiness as well. The large dollop of cinsaut contributed to the brightness of the fruit flavors. 52% Grenache, 35% Cinsaut, 13% Syrah. 7/4/22.
Oct 26th, 2021
Red berries mixed with cherries supported by structured tannins in a medium body. The finish is not lengthy, but who cares? This is a solid blend!
Red berries mixed with cherries supported by structured tannins in a medium body. The finish is not lengthy, but who cares? This is a solid blend!
Sep 11th, 2021
2018 vintage. Gets that little lift on the finish from the Mourvèdre that vaults this wine to a 9.2. Reminiscent of a few of the late ‘80’s/early 90’s vintages. A keeper. Need to cellar 3-4 bottles to trot out in 15-20 years.
2018 vintage. Gets that little lift on the finish from the Mourvèdre that vaults this wine to a 9.2. Reminiscent of a few of the late ‘80’s/early 90’s vintages. A keeper. Need to cellar 3-4 bottles to trot out in 15-20 years.
Aug 20th, 2021
hints of raspberries, cranberries, a tinge of bbq smoke, very light bodied. first time having Grenache, Cinsaut, & Syrah from Chateauneuf-du-Pape
hints of raspberries, cranberries, a tinge of bbq smoke, very light bodied. first time having Grenache, Cinsaut, & Syrah from Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Apr 25th, 2021
Pretty damn good! Needs airing but nice balance. WOW 1-4-21.
Pretty damn good! Needs airing but nice balance. WOW 1-4-21.
Mar 5th, 2021