Neal Ferry

9.2

Fantastic and so good — a month ago

with TwiLea

Peter Isacksen

9.1

Creamy rich beautiful Chardonnay — 8 months ago

with Deborah

Mark Turner

9.1

After reminiscing about the late ‘90’s and tasting at Saddleback with Nils Venge, we headed to the cellar and pulled this bottle. It was a bit oxidized and had a little petrol on the nose. Bordeaux funk throughout. Color was clear and bright. Raspberry on the palate. Initially we were ready to pour it out as past it’s prime but we let it sit and it became more approachable. The finish was short with a lingering black cherry taste. It continues to evolve and as I continue to evaluate it 4 hours later, I have increased the rating a Overall it would say drink it now. But give it some time in a decanter instead of writing it off. — 3 years ago

Andrew Formi

8.9

I was expecting more cir 2003 — 18 days ago

Jose Bravo

9.5

Silky deep fruity and smooth. Vintage 2003 was due but still exceptional. — 4 months ago

Eric Urbani

8.9

A storied producer still at it. Has CF and merlot blended in. — 2 years ago

Nathan Renfro

9.2

2017 vintage. Same notes as before. — 3 years ago

George M Wood

9.1

Still great — 2 months ago

with Nury

Seth Masterson

9.3

I mis-identifed this as a Napa cabernet blend but it's straight zinfandel.
On the nose is vanilla and spice, stewed and dried fruit, a great use of American oak.
There is a wonderful suppleness, elegance on the tongue and a balance of acidity without tannins that clearly distinguishes it from cabernets. I would have never called myself a fan of Zinfandel but if they were all like this one...

Rootstock — a year ago

Neil Valenzuela

8.9

Deep ruby color. Aromas of black currant, black cherry and leather. Flavors of dark fruit and back tea finish.
With a pinch of (9%) Cabernet Sauvignon.
🥇 89 points - Wine Enthusiast — 3 years ago