Vérité

La Joie Sonoma County Red Blend

9.419 ratings
9.49 pro ratings
Sonoma County, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Christanna Honer

this is no doubt one of the best wines from california I've ever tasted. unbelievable! tobacco, damp leaves, smoked black/red fruit, and much more I would have liked to delve into. ripe and structured, palate seems to be constantly evolving. can't say enough.

this is no doubt one of the best wines from california I've ever tasted. unbelievable! tobacco, damp leaves, smoked black/red fruit, and much more I would have liked to delve into. ripe and structured, palate seems to be constantly evolving. can't say enough.

2 people found it helpfulDec 3rd, 2014
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

10

Might be their best version to date! Complete aromas and flavors, showing loads of amazing fruit, both red and blue, with expensive oak, tannins for ageing and acidity for freshness and overall balance. Amongst the best wines in recent memory.

Might be their best version to date! Complete aromas and flavors, showing loads of amazing fruit, both red and blue, with expensive oak, tannins for ageing and acidity for freshness and overall balance. Amongst the best wines in recent memory.

1 person found it helpfulMar 26th, 2014
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

9.4

Nicely integrated oak with dill, smooth vanilla notes joined by cassis and blackberry.

Nicely integrated oak with dill, smooth vanilla notes joined by cassis and blackberry.

Jul 12th, 2015
Denny Marin

A beauty. Really unique and a standout amongst California Cabernet blends. Lovely notes of pepper, tobacco, dark smokey red fruits with an elegant, medium + body. Dead ringer for Grand Cru Bordeaux and would actually give some first growths a run for their money.

A beauty. Really unique and a standout amongst California Cabernet blends. Lovely notes of pepper, tobacco, dark smokey red fruits with an elegant, medium + body. Dead ringer for Grand Cru Bordeaux and would actually give some first growths a run for their money.

Sep 9th, 2017
Demitric Franklin

Rich, bold and complex flavor without the harsh tannins.

Rich, bold and complex flavor without the harsh tannins.

May 31st, 2017
Bram Kaplan

One of the very best wines I have ever had the pleasure of drinking.

One of the very best wines I have ever had the pleasure of drinking.

Jun 10th, 2016
Luke Stanko

Higher acid than I was expecting.

Higher acid than I was expecting.

Jun 14th, 2015
Carlos Toro

At tasting presented by Pierre Seillan at Ruth Chris in Hato Rey, San Juan.

At tasting presented by Pierre Seillan at Ruth Chris in Hato Rey, San Juan.

Feb 10th, 2015
Doug Kahn

Doug had this 8 years ago

Doug had this 8 years ago

Apr 18th, 2017
Eric Crane

Sommelier & Educator Empire Wine Distributors

9.2

Eric had this 9 years ago

Eric had this 9 years ago

Jun 25th, 2015