Tobin Spratte

9.1

Interesting Syrah rose with notes of fresh watermelon, wild strawberry, and orange peel. Hit the spot as we transition to the brutally hot Phoenix summer.

Deerfield Ranch Checkerbloom Syrah — 7 days ago

Tobin Spratte

8.7

Wild strawberry with hints of dried cranberries. Not super complex or going to replace Pinot Noir anytime soon but a fun alternative to Beaujolais. — a month ago

Tobin Spratte

9.4

Renieri uses French and Slavonian oak on this, adding significant complexity unlike some of the modernizing producers. Dried cherry and cranberry on first pour but after breathing the leather, cigar box, and forest floor come through. Dramatic lengthy finish with characteristic tannins that make aged sangiovese interesting. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.1

The 2021 was a bit more interesting than this, so maybe this needs a couple years to mellow. Either way still a great QPR Chardonnay with notes of dried mango, butter, baking spices, and... — 16 days ago

Tobin Spratte

9.3

This is the first wine I've rated where I stood right on the soil where it grew. Classic blackberrry-raspberry and strawberry jam aromas of domestic Zin but significantly more character and earth as it breathes in the glass. — 24 days ago

Tobin Spratte

9.0

As good as any from this region, with the classic dolostone and Asian pear aromas. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.0

Lovely Ribera with notes of tobacco, cherries, toasted coconut, and hints of umami and citrus peel.

Needs time to breathe. Finish a bit short but good for the price range. — 3 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.2

Blueberry and cassis, bouquet of baking spice and maple syrup have this reminding me of blueberry pancakes. Not sweet though as the tannins from the Pennsylvania oak and cab shine through. As if breathes in the glass, earthy tones emerge including some charred pine and licorice notes. Very interesting wine. — 24 days ago

Tobin Spratte

9.2

Super Rex - Basically an American Super Tuscan bursting with black cherry notes, strawberries, blackberries, and hints of spice. Delicious although not as intricate or elegant as its Italian counterparts. — 2 months ago

Tobin Spratte

9.1

The 2023 has markedly more complexity than the 2022 and has strong notes of dried mango and fresh passion fruit. Fruit cocktail rounds it out. Super refreshing. Killer for the money, even if the finish is a bit weak. — 2 months ago