Worth the wait for the 2009. Dried fig, black cherry, anise,tobacco, violets, dust.. Tannins softened and just a little acid to keep things fresh. — a month ago
Real treat: RRV SB w/bottle age - fattened up nicely, super expressive nose of tropical fruit mingled w/grass & hay, snap pea some green citrus. Added weight gave it heft juxtaposed w/vibrant acidic backbone. Just flat out delicious, generous really strutting its stuff. — 2 months ago
Classic black cherry nose w hint of spice and oak. Great balance rich long finish — a month ago
Flowers and chocolate. Rose, lavender, hibiscus and milk chocolate. Aging well. — 2 months ago
Good stuff. From friday harbour — 5 days ago
Lots of tropical fruit along with grapefruit. Delicious with food - reminded me of when I visited the winery nearly 20 years ago. — 21 days ago
Wow!! The finish!! 13% — a month ago
Ed Chin
Full flavored and still light on its feet because of a hefty amount of acid. Lemon marzipan nuts and a hint of lime. — 10 days ago