Gold Medal
- 2013 San Francisco Chronicle Tasting
Reynoso Vineyards was a label that we weren’t familiar with before trying the wine, but we were intrigued by the beautiful label and the fact that the Cabernet Estate grown in the Alexander Valley, probably Sonoma’s best Cabernet area. It turns out that Reynoso is a true family project, with husband and wife team Joe and Elana Reynoso handling the vineyard management and winemaking along with their trusted vineyard crew. But we probably wouldn’t have found all that out except for the fact that we were blown away upon tasting the wine, and had to find out more about it.
The 2009 Reynoso Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet in color with a hint of ruby. The nose shows classic Cabernet aromas of tobacco leaf, mint, and black cherry, and the palate is loaded with black berry, cherry and exotic spice that go on and on in layers on the finish. Beautifully balanced with an incredible combination of richness and elegance, this would be a beautiful Cabernet for $50+. At this price, this is one to stock up on and enjoy now and over the next 5-10 years.
VARIETAL: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
VINEYARDS: Estate - Hillside Fruit
APPELLATION: Alexander Valley
ALCOHOL: 14.0% by volume
PRODUCTION: 24 Barrels
96 Points
Aromas of blackberry, black cherry, huckleberry, floral violet and savory spice. The palate is full and layered, with robust, age-worthy tannins and gorgeous flavors of dark berries, mocha and chocolate-covered cherries mingling with hints of graphite, fig and fine leather. Smooth tannins, firm structure and silky texture coat the palate on route to a long, generous finish.
97 Points
Aromas of blackberries, graphite, and crushed rock, along with cedar, tobacco leaf, cassis, and a medley of dry herbs and spice.
A substantial mouthfeel, full-bodied structure, firm tannins gracefully interweave, establishing a flawless equilibrium of acidity and pleasing fruit. Well-balanced acidity collaborate harmoniously to accentuate the intricate flavors of berry compote, spices, and oak nuances reminiscent of mocha.
95 Points
This stellar Napa Valley Red Blend marries lush plum and cherry with Malbec's dark berry depth and Petit Verdot's structure and spice. Layered with notes of blackberry, violet, and cocoa, this silky wine finishes with smooth tannins and a whisper of toasted oak. Robust and mouth-filling, with spicy nuances, smooth tannins, firm structure, and a long lingering finish.
97 Points
Lush and fleshy, with cassis, boysenberry, and blackberry notes guided by hints of alder and mesquite. Stays open but defined through the finish, with a buried hint of sweet tobacco. A rich, layered beast, this has a nose rife with currants, blackberries, vanilla, and light toast with flavors of mocha, plum, and Bing cherry that mingle harmoniously on the tongue.
Gold Medal
Generously packed with black cherry, cola, cassis, and plum that all intermingle together in a creamy, velvety texture with great layering, finishing with delightful notes of oak and spice. Persistent, well-defined structure, wonderfully balanced.
98 Points
Deep purple hue and an alluring aromatic profile of fresh blue fruits and delicate violets. On the palate, it delivers a seamless and layered texture, framed by supple, polished tannins and a refined sense of balance. Elegantly structured, it offers remarkable purity and finesse, finishing with graceful length and poise.
