Misael Jose Oquendo

9.0

Had it at Mona Pasta in Los Angeles with my friends ooooo baby — 3 months ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.4

Vintage 1995 | Biscuit spices marsipan lots of power Burgundian elegance > Sophia Loren alike — 5 years ago

Topher Taylor

9.3

One of my absolute favorites. Ripe fruits with a hint of spice and a structured finish. On the liter side for a petite Syrah, almost refreshing. A great wine to share, as it is very easy to drink. Let it sit 30 min before drinking. — 5 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

The nose reveals; sweet vanillin, ripe, blackberries, dark cherries, floral blueberries, creamy, blackberries & black plum skin. Black licorice notes, granitic soils, light tobacco leaf, dry stone, light fresh herb notes, dry brush, soft leather with fresh red/blue and violet flowers.

The entry is ripe and juicy and evolves into big, dry, powdery tannins with deep, dark spice that sets on the palate with heat. Ripe, blackberries, dark cherries, floral blueberries, creamy, blackberries, black & plum skin. Black licorice notes, vanillin, granitic soils, light tobacco leaf, dry stone, light fresh herb notes, dry brush, soft leather with fresh red/blue and violet flowers. The acidity is like rainfall. The elegant, ripe, lush, polished, well balanced finish is delicious. Very luxurious mouthfeel.

Photos of; their vineyard during harvest, the granite soil structure of their vineyard, Our host, Sophia Hawkins and their Cellar Door facilities. — 7 years ago

Paul Woolls

9.5

2015. Wow! This shows lovely floral notes with balance, power and elegance. — 8 years ago

Dimes

8.9

It is nice. Has a warm aftertaste, little bland in general though. Almost have hit all the Trader Joe's French reds... price time. Also Adisa's nephew is Rae Smurmurd — 9 years ago

Adam Usdan

9.0

Subtle w tanin - dry and nice lasting finish — 9 years ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

2016 vintage. 5.20.26. — 3 months ago

Kara Stockman

9.8

Fruity compared to their single vineyard Pinots. Went well with chicken pesto. Celebrating the start of daycare for Sophia! — 4 years ago

ESF

9.2

Gorgeous, a young Sophia Loren, classic beauty with pure beam of cherry fruit mingled with dried herbs, olive, damp Earth and almost a subtle minty & licorice note. Just the right amount of juicy acidity & tannins - so cohesive & balance like a Ballerina. Need more of this type of Chianti Classico in my life. Sang w/rigatoni in bison/zucchini/yellow squash ragu — 6 years ago

Lucy Bidwell

9.0

Very nice long savory finish — 7 years ago

Bonnie Wilson

9.4

Fabulous. Drank with Carlo, Sophia, Rick & Marc Christmas 2018 — 8 years ago

Barb Anderson

9.1

Floral and tropical fruit flavors, crisp acidity and subtle bitter notes. — 9 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

On the nose, dominate blueberries, mid red fruits, light spices and nice dry dark florals. On the palate, nice leaner body style. Ripe fruits of; black berries, blueberries, wild mixed berries, rhubarb, black raspberries, warm spice, soft leather, crushed rocks, beautiful light minerals, touch of black cherry cola, clove, nutmeg, M+ tannins and leaner acid but still ok. Finishes with dry tannins and juicy fruits. Photos of open top fermenting Shiraz and artwork from Drew's wife Rae who's first love was art. — 9 years ago

Gilles de Chambure

Master Sommelier & Educator

9.7

By the glass with other fascinating original authentic wine pet Nat pêne des , chenin South africa ,,Jacquere de savoi skin contact ECT - Sophia great sommelier — 9 months ago

Shannon

10

So good. Dry and delicious. Drank with Patrick and Sophia to celebrate their engagement. — 5 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

The nose shows ripe, powerful; dark currants, blackberries, black raspberries, dark cherries, poached strawberries & haunting blueberries. Sweet vanillin, black berry cola/licorice, granitic soils, black fruit tea, sweet, dark, rich soils, herbaceous notes, leathery notes, just a touch of graphite with bright, dark, red, blue, purple and violet florals.

The body is full with meaty, dark, sticky tannins. The fruits are ripe with amazing florals. Dark currants, blackberries, black raspberries, dark cherries, poached strawberries & haunting blueberries. Sweet vanillin, black berry cola/licorice, dark spices, granitic soils, black fruit tea, sweet, dark, rich soils, herbaceous notes, leathery notes, just a touch of graphite with bright, dark, red, blue, purple and violet florals. The acidity again is perfect. The finish is balanced, elegant, beautiful, delicious, floral evolving into palate heating spice.

This one was exceptional! For around $65-$70, I would drink this over a number of similarly or more expensive Cabernets from more well know Cabernet regions.

Photos of; their vineyard during harvest, the granite soil structure of their vineyard, Our host, Sophia Hawkins and their Cellar Door facilities. — 7 years ago

Yury Glazkov

9.2

Striking fresh ripe black currant at the start, with dryer tobacco notes from the glass, cranberry from the close up and an amazing evolution — 8 years ago

Steven Beishuizen

9.0

I was at the winery many years ago the day that Sophia Coppola was up for her Oscar for Lost in Translation. I always thought of this as just a brand before that, but watching the tasting room volunteers beam with pride that day reminds me that the wine truly comes from the people that produce it. I know that sounds cheesy. I saw this in the liquor store for a decade before I bought it years ago. And now that many, many years have passed since those early wine years for me, I look at this wine fondly. Which is really what wine is all about. — 8 years ago

with Anita

M

9.3

Absolutely lovely. Especially with Sophia Loren singing the soundtrack. Rich, opulent.. sensual. — 9 years ago