John Malcolm

9.4

Aubert never disappoints. This is delicious. Orange peel, ginger, and lychee. Still partial to their Lauren, CIX, and Eastside wines, but this is great. — 12 days ago

Jody Scharf

9.4

beautiful blend that was better the next day. — 2 months ago

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! — 7 months ago

Ryan Colthorp

9.0

Dark berries. Hints of spice. Paired really with steak at Mike’s lake house. — 4 months ago

Ming L

9.2

From 4 lieux-dits in Meursault, aged in barrel for 12 months, 20% new, and in concrete eggs for 8 months.

This Meursault is radiant and expressive in the stellar ‘22 vintage. Aromas of yellow peach, baked apple, and a hint of hazelnut. Broad palate with creamy texture balanced by a fresh, citric line. Good depth and long finish. A charming Meursault with finesse. — a month ago

Jeremiah Glazer

9.4

Green apple and dried cranberry goodness! Pleasantly tart with a slightly puckering finish. — 2 years ago

Raun Kupiec

9.1

Another 2 years on from the previous bottle. Slightly hint of matchstick, crisp yet creamy mouthfeel, very very light hint of vanilla. Overall impression is of freshness and lemon. — 13 days ago

with Eli and Barbara

JKT

9.2

Pure pleasure held firmly in place with big backbone — 3 months ago

Jody Scharf

9.0

Cab that misses the acids I enjoy, some age but ready now. — 9 months ago

Joe Estrada

9.4

Mineralty, acidity & deliciousness in a glass — 3 years ago