Rodney Strong Vineyards

Rockaway Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.2191 ratings
9.131 pro ratings
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Adam Kincaid

A true joy to drink. Leathery Virginian pipe tobacco, great structure, tons of feels (the mouth kind, not the emotional kind, though… I guess it depends on your level of intoxication.) There’s good, darker fruits in here too, let’s not forget.

A true joy to drink. Leathery Virginian pipe tobacco, great structure, tons of feels (the mouth kind, not the emotional kind, though… I guess it depends on your level of intoxication.) There’s good, darker fruits in here too, let’s not forget.

Jun 12th, 2021
Brian S

High alcohol, medium acidity, over ripe pomegranate, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, black cherry, bittersweet chocolate, coffee grounds, slightly herbaceous and pencil led.

High alcohol, medium acidity, over ripe pomegranate, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, black cherry, bittersweet chocolate, coffee grounds, slightly herbaceous and pencil led.

May 27th, 2018
Chris McClellan

Great nose---blackberry, plum, vanilla, spice and some leather. Tannins big, but smooth...exceptionally well balanced, drank over 2 days..great with hard salty cheese...

Great nose---blackberry, plum, vanilla, spice and some leather. Tannins big, but smooth...exceptionally well balanced, drank over 2 days..great with hard salty cheese...

Oct 3rd, 2017
Michael Descamps

2007 vintage. Dark chocolate, fig, black cherry. Really well done Alexander Valley Cab.

2007 vintage. Dark chocolate, fig, black cherry. Really well done Alexander Valley Cab.

1 person found it helpfulMar 27th, 2015
Dani O'Brien

Aging quite nicely! I'm loving The mixed fruit character + hints of smokiness ....

Aging quite nicely! I'm loving The mixed fruit character + hints of smokiness ....

1 person found it helpfulJan 6th, 2015
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

9.2

Reminds me of Caymus Special Selection with generous ripe black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, damp cedar, vanilla syrup, and a touch of green bell pepper.

Reminds me of Caymus Special Selection with generous ripe black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, damp cedar, vanilla syrup, and a touch of green bell pepper.

Jun 20th, 2017
Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

9.2

Deep garnet ruby red. Nose layered with flowers, dusty, black raspberries, gravel, and graphite. Moderate tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Stoney on the palate with tight black fruits. Very dark. Drink till 2035. (92+)

Deep garnet ruby red. Nose layered with flowers, dusty, black raspberries, gravel, and graphite. Moderate tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Stoney on the palate with tight black fruits. Very dark. Drink till 2035. (92+)

Jun 2nd, 2017
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

8.8

A step up from basic Rodney Strong. Lush fruit, lots of vanilla and cocoa.

A step up from basic Rodney Strong. Lush fruit, lots of vanilla and cocoa.

Mar 13th, 2017
Matt Duncan

Green apple, tar nose. Blue fruit attack, savory mid palate. Cracked pepper finish.

Green apple, tar nose. Blue fruit attack, savory mid palate. Cracked pepper finish.

Jul 27th, 2016
Todd Abrams

2012.

2012.

Oct 10th, 2015