Aubert

Larry Hyde & Sons Chardonnay 2023

romo

8.9

15.2! If you’re so inclined. It is quite a show@ — 2 months ago

Shay, Juan and 1 other liked this

Saarloos & Sons

In Grateful Memory Of Cabernet Sauvignon

Jody Scharf

9.0

Cab that misses the acids I enjoy, some age but ready now. — 7 months ago

Laura, Tom and 3 others liked this

Jim Barry

The Benbournie Clare Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Russell Ives

9.4

2009 - beautiful velvet smooth and rich CabSav. Great drinking — 3 years ago

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Larry Hyde & Sons Vineyard Syrah 2013

David Walser

9.2

Always like the Phelps Syrah. Big Phelps week for me. — 4 years ago

David liked this

Kelham Vineyards

Sons Oakville Red Blend

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

2013 Kelham Vineyards “Sons” Proprietary Red – Oakville, Napa Valley

Crafted by Rawson Kelham and inspired by his wife Susanna’s love for balanced reds, “The Sons” is a masterful blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, and 10% Sangiovese. Lovingly bottled by Rawson’s stepsons—who’ve been at the helm of this line for over 20 years—this 2013 vintage was cellared until 2016, with just 300+ cases produced.

Now, over a decade since harvest, this wine is a revelation. The blend unfolds seamlessly-structured, layered, and impossibly harmonious. Aromatically, it’s a mature tapestry of dark cherries, dried herbs, cedar, and hints of worn leather. On the palate, it’s intense yet controlled: lush black fruit, plum, a whisper of tobacco, and an echo of sweet balsamic reduction that brings complexity without weight.

What’s most striking is its youthful acidity—this bottle feels alive, still pulsing with energy as if it’s just waking up. That freshness paired with age-built depth makes it one of the most compelling wines I’ve had from Kelham (and I’ve had many—see my past notes!).

This is Oakville at its best. Bold, nuanced, timeless.

Speechless after the first glass. Crazy delicious.
Cheers! — 5 months ago