Pahlmeyer

Raison D'Etre

9.41 ratings
-no pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Top Notes For
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Magnum,
I wanted to try this somewhat close to the opening of the 2016 Schrader Colesworthy Mag.
Over extracted for my taste compared to the Schrader. But it garnered two 100 💯 point reviews by the paid professionals 🤷🏼‍♂️
I really want another Colesworthy now!
Jeb 100
Wine Advocate 100
Review Date: 10/2018
The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Raison D'Etre is a barrel selection wine, made entirely from estate fruit and bottled in late May 2018. Composed of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot,

Magnum,
I wanted to try this somewhat close to the opening of the 2016 Schrader Colesworthy Mag.
Over extracted for my taste compared to the Schrader. But it garnered two 100 💯 point reviews by the paid professionals 🤷🏼‍♂️
I really want another Colesworthy now!
Jeb 100
Wine Advocate 100
Review Date: 10/2018
The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Raison D'Etre is a barrel selection wine, made entirely from estate fruit and bottled in late May 2018. Composed of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot,

Dec 20th, 2025