Daniel Ciolek

9.1

Monte De Oro seems to be finally dialing in their Cabernet. The bottle says 80% Cabernet, 10% Petit Verdot and 10% Malbec. Barrel aged 40 months. On opening it was so very drinkable with layers of complex flavors. The tannins were surprisingly smooth and slightly on the sweeter side with spice, raspberry and strawberry with maybe some dark cherry and chocolate - and it was medium to full bodied without being dense. The finish was smooth. Three days later it transformed into a mellow earthy - almost mossy texture of an old world Italian Sangiovese or Nebbiolo.- based wine. Fun bottle. — 10 days ago

Daniel Ciolek

8.9

Better and more complex than prior years. Amber color. Floral notes. Juicy acidity and somewhat dry. Grapefruit and mineral dominant on opening but after 30 min balanced with pear, honeydew, grapefruit, and slightly Chardonnay-like buttery oak softness. — a year ago

J Freeman

9.0

Quite almond forward and sweet. Good for dessert or mimosas. — 4 years ago

Chase visser

9.3

Fun sparkling Syrah. Their “thanksgiving wine” — 2 months ago

Daniel Ciolek

8.9

Very nice and drinkable from opening and into day 2. Medium bodied with earthy dark fruits and a hint of holiday spice/clove. Smooth finish. Just seemed to miss some of the ‘pop’ of prior vintages. — 5 months ago

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

Bold thick complex and smooth. Long smooth finish. — 4 years ago

Joe Santiago

9.2

Very mild but delish! Plum and caramel in the end... — 4 years ago

K. Ross

9.0

Delicious. Still great.Tannins and acidity still there. — 3 months ago

K. Ross

9.0

47% Syrah 29.5% Grenache 23.5% Cinsault. Yummy. — 7 months ago

Daniel Ciolek

9.2

Another delightful year of their Meritage style blend. This year it’s made of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Lovely nose with complex fruit and spice flavors, mouth watering acidity, and smoothness throughout with just enough tannins for a pop and a pleasant lingering finish. — 3 years ago