Notes list - Winery

Exclusive National Registry Partner

Winery - R Wines

Showing 1-10
of 15

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

For all this wine’s ripeness and heat (16% abv), the aromas are surprisingly delicate, offering up strawberry and raspberry fruit compote. It’s full in body, with supple tannins, hints of chocolate and touches of spice and warmth on the finish. Drink now.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Grenache - 2008

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

A notable value, the 2008 Marquis Philips Shiraz displays a slightly charred top note from its stay in American oak, but also a pleasant mix of boysenberry, coffee and vanilla flavors. It’s creamy and supple, with a soft, mocha-tinged finish. Drink now–2012.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Shiraz - 2008

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

A decent introduction to Australian Grenache, a bit simple and one-dimensionally cherry-fruited but clean, supple and easy to drink despite plenty of body, with just a bit of warmth on the finish. Drink now.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Grenache - 2008

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Fair warning: the alcohol level on this wine reaches 18.6%, which really can’t help but be felt. It does deliver an impressive array of cherry, plum, chocolate and spice complexity, just don’t expect it to age gracefully given its tenuous balance.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Grenache - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Remarkably well balanced for a wine at nearly 16% alcohol, this is also quite fragrant and complex, boasting an array of scents ranging from slightly mushroomy, savory notes through dried flowers and baking spices. The texture is wonderfully lush and supple, while the flavors add fruit sweetness to the savory components. Long on the finish. Drink now–2015.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Grenache - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Like the D&J Chardonnay, this is a readily approachable, easy-drinking wine with good varietal character. Cassis fruit dominates, accented by slightly herbal notes suggestive of mint. The tannins are supple, adding an appropriately dusty edge to the finish. Drink now–2012.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Cabernet Sauvignon - 2008

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Hits all the classic well-oaked Cabernet notes: cedar, tobacco, vanilla and cassis upfront, with similar flavors coursing through from start to finish. It’s not quite as full bodied as some Australian Cabernets, which isn’t a bad thing, finishing with silky yet firm tannins. Drink now–2016.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Cabernet Sauvignon - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

A bit spicier than the other R Wines Shirazes, the 2007 Boarding Pass features mainly McLaren Vale fruit, offering blackberry tinged with coffee and peppery spice. Turns tart, tangy, almost a bit citrusy on the finish.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Shiraz - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Rather subdued in fruit on the nose, showing more vanilla and toast, but this really expands on the palate, delivering great fruit sweetness and nuance in a harmoniously round, supple package. Finishes long, warm and spicy at 15.5% alcohol.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Grenache - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.

Wine
Enthusias
t M.

* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

On the redder, crisper side of the Shiraz spectrum, with gentle touches of spice and vanilla to accent the raspberry fruit. It’s medium bodied and reasonably long on the finish. Drink now.

Tags:
wine rating
R Wines Shiraz - 2007

0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.