Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured, enjoyed over the course of two days. Consistent throughout. The 2018 Founder’s Reserve pours a deep ruby/purple color with a near opaque core; medium+ viscosity with significant staining of the tears and no obvious signs of sediment. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of ripe, dark fruit: black currants, black plum, blackberry, black cherry, tobacco, some grilled poblano pepper, baking chocolate, vanilla, and baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with mediumt+ tannin and medium acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. This wine has developed nicely over the last several years and from my perspective, squarely in its prime. Drink now through 2030. — a month ago

Kathryn McCarty

8.9

This is a combo of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc. Softer than just PB alone. Lovely! — a year ago

JP Pierce

9.2

When cold, the mid palate seems lacking, great aromatics and very much variety specific. As it opens up, much more phenolic texture and sanity drive the finish. An interesting PB. — 4 years ago

romo

9.1

Fun Portuguese grape blend fortified at 20% abv. Really satisfying with dessert! — 3 months ago

Liberace’s Bathtub

9.2

Nose: sweet peach, overripe cantaloupe, vanilla. Palate: pineapple custard, caramel. Moderate complexity, good intensity, good finish if a bit hot. Excellent pairing with butter, maple syrup, rosemary roasted chicken. — 9 months ago

B Williams

9.1

64% Cabernet Sauvignon and 36% Merlot from Rasa Vineyards from Columbia Valley, Washington. Long finish. Very good. — 2 years ago

Michael Seely

9.2

Delightful wine. Worthy — 5 years ago

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Kiran K

9.2

Excellent Rhône blend from WA. Smoke earth nose dark fruit. Opened up 45 mins. — 7 months ago

Jay Kline

9.0

Popped and poured; consumed over the course of an hour with friends. The Founder’s Reserve “V” is the 5th edition of the series. It pours a deep, ruby color with a translucent core; medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose the wine is developing with notes of black, red and blue fruits: blackberries, cherries, and blueberries with purple flowers, tobacco, black pepper and baking spices. On the palate, wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. A lovely quaffer and outstanding value. Drink now and through 2030+. My last bottle of the "V" and it was a great pairing with brisket. — 8 months ago

Karl Heinmiller

9.2

Nom nom nom — 3 years ago