Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Toccata – Riserva Red Blend – 2020
Santa Barbara County – California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview:
A Super-Tuscan–inspired red blend from Santa Barbara County, built on a Cabernet Sauvignon–led composition of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot, Freisa, and Petit Verdot. Italian varieties thrive in the cooler Los Alamos Valley sites, while French varieties contribute structure from warmer hillside vineyards, creating a rounded, balanced wine that reflects both Old World inspiration and regional California expression.

Aromas & Flavors:
Ripe red and black cherry, plum, dried herbs, subtle baking spice, and a touch of earthy nuance. Sangiovese and Freisa add savory lift while Cabernet anchors the fruit core.

Mouthfeel:
Medium-plus body with supple, polished tannins and integrated acidity. Smooth and approachable, yet structured enough to hold its shape at the table.

Food Pairings:
Grilled meats, herb-roasted chicken, lamb chops, mushroom risotto, pasta with tomato-based sauces, and semi-aged Italian cheeses.

Verdict:
A thoughtfully composed, approachable Super-Tuscan–style blend that balances complexity with drinkability. Versatile, food-friendly, and expressive of Santa Barbara County’s diverse terroirs.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight:
I enjoy this wine for its balance and versatility, it delivers Italian-inspired nuance without heaviness, making it an easy yet thoughtful choice for casual dinners or relaxed evenings when I want complexity without intensity. — 6 months ago

Carl Gromley

10

Buy a case! — 5 years ago

Kurt Krueger

9.0

2018. Nicely smooth with excellent bright fruit flavors. — 6 years ago

Lois Hale

9.0

Dad and I really liked it. — 6 years ago

Fredybeans

9.0

Robe or
Nez exotique gourmand
Bouche gourmande et anisée
Fianale sur l anis et des notes exotique et la rondeur — 7 years ago

Kurt Krueger

8.9

Nice, not as heavy as some cabs. Pleasant red and black fruit prominence with a good finish. This is a 2014 vintage. — 7 years ago

George Hesse

9.5

An excellent Pinot Noir!! — 2 years ago

JK Robinson

9.3

Happy little label, happy glass of wine! Would for sure buy again! — 4 years ago

Kurt Krueger

8.9

2018 vintage. Bright pleasant taste of fruits. Not too sharp on the finish. — 5 years ago

Sandy Wolf

8.9

Fruit forward but with a nice balance of acid. Paired well with dinner of roasted veggies. — 5 years ago

Jonas Nordin

9.0

Really good! — 6 years ago

Herb Jellinek

9.9

One of the best reds I've had — 7 years ago

with Suki

Milos Milosevic

9.0

Pretty good stuff — 8 years ago

Kurt Krueger

8.9

2020 vintage — 3 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Primarily (83%) Cabernet Sauvignon with some other Bordeaux varietals blended in. Pleasant aromas of violets, roses, black currant/black berry. Dark cooked fruit flavors with hints of soy sauce and beef jerky. Pleasant touch of oak on the finish. Fresh acidity. Good balance. Pleasant surprise. — 4 years ago

Devin Bray

9.2

Peach pit, stone fruit, good minerality — 5 years ago

R o b M.

9.8

About as good as it gets for me with Merlot. Smooth with great body. — 6 years ago

keke mollari

9.1

Erittäin nautinnollista robin hoodin kanssa. Lauren. — 7 years ago

Luiz Correa

9.0

Good Malbec — 7 years ago

thomas huston

9.6

amazing pairing w a rich french beef stew, especially loved the earthy, ‘shroomy notes — 8 years ago