Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
87
/100
Reviews
23
professional
Vintages
1
2007
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87/100
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Taster #3562
· Apr 1, 2016
89/100
Made by Gundlach Bundschu Winery. I don't think it's going to get much better, but it's held up nicely and it's drinking well right now. Enjoyed it with spicy home made guacamole and chips. Give it 20-30 in a decanter to open up.
2007 vintage
Taster #0828
· Feb 15, 2015
Dark, inky color. Fruity nose of cherries and wood. A little hot on PnP with palate similar to nose, dominated by cherries with some toasty oak. Medium body, medium finish. Drank over several days, vacu-vin'd in between, it developed additional tannins and spice notes each day (and strangely, the oak became less toasty) although it also fell apart after 2 hours in the glass on day 2 so drink soonish.
2007 vintage
Taster #6499
· Dec 6, 2014
88/100
It's finally coming into its own - has mellowed out, still takes about 20min to breath, however not overbearing anymore. The fruit flavors are subdued and gentler, with some caramel and dark chocolate more prevalent. The finish is nice and consistent, with a hint of date wrapping up.
2007 vintage
Taster #0606
· Sep 9, 2014
92/100
Fantastic qpr for a table wine red blend. Would love to get my hands on more.
2007 vintage
Taster #6499
· Jun 22, 2014
86/100
Good QPR. Nose comes across alcoholic, fruity and hot. Blackberry and cherry with subtle chocolate undertones. Too light on the acidity, finish comes up short, with the alcohol dominating. Even so, it does go well with bigger bolder food choices. Not a sipper though.
2007 vintage
Taster #7890
· Aug 31, 2013
87/100
Still hanging in there quite nicely.
2007 vintage
Taster #9829
· Mar 23, 2013
87/100
Basically echoing what most others of have. A decent enough value, but I don't know that I'd seek it out in the future. Used part of the last bottle for poached pears which came out quite good. The wine reduced to a rich but not too sweet syrup that was good on the pears and will be quite good on ice cream.
2007 vintage
Taster #5227
· Dec 7, 2012
84/100
Dark color, big fruity nose. Concentrated blackberry and cherry with simple spice notes and subtle chocolate undertones. However, out of balance with acidity lacking and alcohol too upfront.
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Taster #8888
· Sep 23, 2012
89/100
Same notes as last time. This stuff just keeps getting better.
2007 vintage
Taster #6499
· Sep 23, 2012
88/100
Nice everyday drinker, took about 30 min to open up. Oak and fruit on the bouquet, similar on the palette, also some cherry and spice, finishes smooth and easy, no heavy tannins
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Taster #7890
· Sep 10, 2012
87/100
Just a good all-purpose red blend.
2007 vintage
Taster #6499
· Jun 7, 2012
88/100
Nice everyday drinker, took about 30 min to open up. Oak and fruit on the bouquet, similar on the palette, also some cherry and spice, finishes smooth and easy, no heavy tannins.
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Taster #3277
· Apr 13, 2012
86/100
good everyday drinker
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Taster #4650
· Jan 28, 2012
85/100
I didn't take formal notes, but this is a fruit forward crowd pleaser. not that complex, but definitely good QPR.
2007 vintage
Taster #5176
· Jan 27, 2012
87/100
Won blind taste over 50 cab at wine store. Would prefer the 50 dollar next time
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Taster #5027
· Jan 17, 2012
85/100
High QPR table wine. Comes out fruit forward (berry) but has enough acidity to make it work. Moderately oaked
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Taster #3277
· Jan 17, 2012
85/100
first sip : didnt like , needs at least 2 hrs to open up.
2007 vintage
Taster #6303
· Jan 16, 2012
87/100
Sweet cherry on the nose, dark fruit and a little spice on the taste. Nice QPR
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Taster #8888
· Jan 12, 2012
88/100
Dark red almost plum color. Explosion of fruit on the nose. Blackberries, dark cherries, hints of spice (pepper or cayenne all on the nose. Nice fruit forward taste and spiciness (without heat). Smooth and delicate, very well balanced wine. This was quite enjoyable with a nice finish on the dryer end of the spectrum. Great QPR.
2007 vintage
Taster #3052
· Jan 10, 2012
87/100
Great. Big. Wine. Lots of things going on in this bottle. Smoke, leather, sweet dark fruit, some oak, baking spices and even chocolate. Well balanced and smooth. Can't wait to share another bottle with some friends!
2007 vintage
Taster #6748
· Jan 6, 2012
89/100
Very nice by day 3
2007 vintage
Taster #8642
· Dec 9, 2011
84/100
Nice and easy. Nothing fancy, just a good red wine. Lots of fruit on the nose. Hints of vanilla and bacon on the finish.
2007 vintage
Taster #7890
· Dec 2, 2011
85/100
I liked it, but I drank this first bottle all by itself, and it seems like this might actually be better WITH food ... beef, or perhaps something with a red sauce, like pasta or pizza.
2007 vintage
Taster #5886
· Nov 20, 2011
Dark red in color, dark fruit on the nose, but tight and tart on the palate. Lingering, bitter finish. Will report back if it improves.
2007 vintage
Taster #8993
· Nov 15, 2011
88/100
For $12 I'm not complaining. It has a nifty label, and it is an eminently gulpable CA blend that bests most in this price range. No, it ain't complex, but it is balanced enough that even Old World snobs like me found it tasty. Will be excellent for parties.
2007 vintage