Wine Enthusiast 97 – their top Jonata ever…and above all of the winery’s $125 bottlings.
Winemaker Matt Dees is considered one of the best winemakers anywhere, and this blend is ample reason to believe the hype. Intense, focused and dry but rich aromas of dark fruit, roasted wood, crushed rocks and wild herb enliven the nose, while the palate is weighty yet expertly tense. Flavors of dried red fruit, peppery spice and milk chocolate float into the finish.
Not only do they rate it the top Jonata ever; they also rate it above every single wine from their famous neighbor Sine Qua Non wine they’ve reviewed. But at a tenth the price!
And Suckling 96 – best ever for him, too (and over 70% of the Sine Qua Nons he’s reviewed):
The black berry character dominates here but there is plenty of crushed stones as well as orange peel. It’s full-bodied yet so refined and gorgeous. Subtle and complex flavors of fruit and dark earth. Creamy textured tannins.
