July 8, 2020 - My low score is not a reflection of the wine. Waited to long to drink and the structure folded and the fruit was diminished. What a waste!
December 27, 2017 - Decanted about 2 hours. Light with little body. Nice fruit but not overly impressed. Fits the bill of a light Pinot, not a red blend.
December 22, 2016 - Surprisingly good. Very light in color. Stronger nose and mouth feel than you'd expect by sight. Nice bargain.
February 21, 2016 - Decent wine more like a new world PN than old world Syrah. Good bright red fruit on the front end and stoney minerals on the back end. Good value below $30 but would pay more than $35.
November 18, 2015 - Decanted 1 hour. Drinking out of a Pinot Noir glass, which helps this light and smooth wine express itself. I would say this wine is southern Rhone inspired, but not trying to be a southern Rhone wine. Delightful nose with black cherry and a trace of cedar, sweet tobacco and oiled leather. The palate shows red raspberry on the entry, then cherry vanilla cola, baking spices and finishes with a dry sweet finish. Delishes alone or good with food.
August 12, 2015 - Light body and on the sweet side without being cloying, very approachable. Good without or with food - a good pizza wine. Strawberry fruit, some black pepper cinnamon and a pleasant lingering finish with some light tannins. A few more years should help balance the fruit.
February 25, 2015 - I want to agree with Californiagirl on her comments. Pretty weak and the last bottle I also rated low. Not corked or anything, just weak and thin. Hope Miner can make good on it. I don't have a good bottle reference.
November 8, 2013 - A little light, but still very good red blend
October 28, 2013 - Hints of mint, fennel on nose. Long finish. Decanted an hour prior to tasting.