4 | Wine | 86 to 90, 375 ml

"The wine offers abundant amounts of red and black fruits. ...intermixed with hints of tobacco leaf, earthy soil, pepper and spice. This supple-textured, delicious red is exactly what one expects of a very good Cotes du Rhone." Reviewed by Robert Parker.

"The 2010 Chardonnay Vintner’s Reserve wraps around the palate with layers of expressive fruit. Butterscotch, spices, flowers and hazelnuts add complexity. This is another fabulous value. The entire 2,000,000 case production is made from estate-owned vineyards, which is simply mind-boggling to contemplate. Frequent lees-stirring and aging in French oak barrels impart a level of textural richness that is uncommon for a wine in this price range."

"Medium-bodied, with good acid, sweet berry fruit, some pepper, incense and spice." -Robert Parker

"A fun glass of bubbles, showing lively aromas of citrus and cinnamon roll, with crisp flavors of apple, tropical fruit and spiced nuts."

"Shows a candied black currant flavor, like wine gum, along with juicy acidity. Light and balanced, with moderate length."

"Sweet red and black currant fruit, spice box and herb aromas jump from the glass of this dark plum/garnet-hued 2008. As in most vintages, this is an equal part blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Soft and complex, it should be consumed over the next 5-6 years." -Robert Parker

"Dark amber-colored, it delivers flavors of toffee, caramel, brown sugar, and dates. All three are well balanced and have long, pure finishes. They are extraordinary values."

"Opaque purple. Dark berry preserves on the nose and palate, with notes of black olive and licorice adding complexity. Ripe, fleshy and smooth, offering bitter cherry and cassis flavors lifted by tangy acidity. Shows good energy and lift on the finish, which features a bright kick of singed orange."

"Complex aromas of red and dark berries, Indian spices and violet, with slow-building smokiness. Taut and focused on the palate, offering lively bitter cherry and black raspberry flavors that pick up weight with air. Juicy and nicely concentrated Cotes du Rhone with strong finishing punch and lingering spiciness."