Stuart Pollack

9.4

Leave this open at least one hour before consuming. Rich Cabernet Sauvignon with leather and smooth tannins in the finish. Nice example of California Cabernet Sauvignon but not extraordinary. — 6 days ago

Nathan Renfro

9.6

My last bottle of the 13s. It has been about 4 years, and this wine has now hit its stride. In my previous notes the wine was unbalanced. Now, with more age, and a 45 min decant, the wine is wonderfully balanced. Big ripe dark fruit, softened yet still powerful tannins, well matched acidity. Great mouthfeel and nice finish. Has been nice to see a wine through the years really develop. — a month ago

Gary Redng

9.0

Very nice with Italian pizza , salad and meatballs dinner! — 9 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

8.9

Ruby color with aromas of red fruit, baking spice and earthy notes. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with white flower notes and an array of spices. Fine dusty tannins, long finish ending with fresh fruit, spice and earthy tones. — 25 days ago

William Brouwer

9.2

Was given this excellent bottle as a gift. Smooth, excellent, not to bold. Balanced. — 2 months ago

Jody Scharf

9.5

Dark fruits, one of my favorite Cab Francs, huge fan — 5 months ago

Patrick Parham

9.3

So so good, a nice treat. Decanted for at least a half hour. Notes of raspberry with a smooth leather to finish. — 10 months ago

Tyler Felous

9.4

Amazing nose. Red berries and a punch of citrus. Plenty of fruit, no tannin showing whatsoever. — 12 days ago

Bob McDonald

9.4

The perfect accompaniment to plum pudding. Very toffee and raisiny with intensity at 18.5% ABV. My son who rarely drinks anything loved it. Don’t worry. I’m sure I haven’t created a monster. He still went for his regular 10K run on Boxing Day. Rutherglen fortifieds are one of Australia’s gifts to the world of wine. — a month ago

Ming L

9.1

Not much has changed since the last bottle about a year ago. Ripe and rich. Lots of varietal nuances. Still need some time. — 8 months ago