Bonny Doon Vineyard

Le Cigare Volant Réserve en Bonbonne Red Rhone Blend

9.23 ratings
9.42 pro ratings
Santa Cruz Mountains, San Francisco Bay, California, USA
Red Rhone Blend
Tomato-Based, Pasta, Salami & Prosciutto, Mushrooms, Onion, Pungent Cheese, Venison, Hard Cheese, Lamb, Pork, Beef
Top Notes For
Randy Fuller

It's a savory wine, the way I like it and the way Randall Grahm usually makes it. Dark and mysterious, it smells of meat and olives and earth, with a little black fruit thrown in just to make it palatable for everybody else. There is, however, a “cleanliness” to it that is often obscured by oak. It's just the same way on the palate, with flavors mimicking the aromas. The finish lingers comfortably and provides plenty of anticipation for the next sip. Meditate on a piece of dark chocolate while sipping this.

It's a savory wine, the way I like it and the way Randall Grahm usually makes it. Dark and mysterious, it smells of meat and olives and earth, with a little black fruit thrown in just to make it palatable for everybody else. There is, however, a “cleanliness” to it that is often obscured by oak. It's just the same way on the palate, with flavors mimicking the aromas. The finish lingers comfortably and provides plenty of anticipation for the next sip. Meditate on a piece of dark chocolate while sipping this.

Dec 30th, 2016
Jason Keefer

Nice Rhône blend, traditional but with California terroir showing through.

Nice Rhône blend, traditional but with California terroir showing through.

Jun 30th, 2022
Rob Brobst III

Rob had this 5 years ago

Rob had this 5 years ago

Nov 23rd, 2018