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January 31-February 29, 2012
92 Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast Rodgers Creek Vineyard 2008
An exotic mix of cool-climate Syrah, with loamy earth, roasted herb, crushed rock, black licorice and tobacco flavors, yet for all its size, this is a graceful and elegant wine, ending peppery. Drink now through 2022.
November 15, 2011
93 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Annum 2008
Very tight, dense and backward, packing lots of fruit and tannins. The up-front flavors, built around dried currant, mineral, graph¬ite, camphor and cedar, are slow to unfold, showing touches of loamy earth and tobacco on the finish. Best from 2013 through 2024.
October 31, 2011
92 Ramey Claret Napa Valley 2008
Pure, rich, structured and full-bodied, with an expansive core of ripe plum, currant, tobacco, sage and cedar flavors, tilting toward tar on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2019.
June 30, 2011
93 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Pedregal Vineyard 2008
A rich, potent, tightly wound and focused effort, with tiers of mineral, currant, dried berry, sage, black licorice and toasty herb flavors. This unfolds slowly, opening gradually to more layers and dimensions. Best from 2013 through 2022.
93 Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley Ritchie Vineyard 2008
Delivers a tight, taut laser beam of flavors, riding lively acidity that carries the green apple, pineapple, citrus and honeydew melon notes. Gains depth and velocity, and is built to gain even more with cellaring. Drink now through 2016.
91 Ramey Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Hudson Vineyard 2008
Complex aromas of hazelnut, citrus blossom, spice and lemon meringue give this a tight flavor focus. This is medium-to full-bodied, with a long, clean, lingering finish. Drink now through 2017.
March 31, 2011
92 Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast 2007
Firm and intense, with a mix of smoked meat, dried berry, spice, mineral and sage notes. Full-bodied, complex and layered, ending with a rich berry pie and mineral aftertaste. Drink now through 2017.
January 31 - February 28, 2011
93 Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast Rodgers Creek Vineyard 2007
Firm, intense and concentrated, offering a solid, layered core of rich berry and mineral notes, with touches of cherry and rhubarb. Ends with a tar and tobacco aftertaste and tannins that give the flavors traction. Drink now through 2020.
October 15, 2010
96 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Pedregal Vineyard 2007
Ripe and powerful, rich and chewy, with a dense core of loamy earth, caraway, dried currant, savory herb and mineral notes. Full-bodied, intense, chunky and deep, with a rich, persistent finish. Best from 20011 through 2017. Tasted twice with consistent notes.
93 Ramey Claret Napa Valley 2007
Bordeaux-like in its subtlety and restraint, yet rich, flavorful, full-bodied and expansive, with a mix of cedar, currant, cigar box, tar and mineral. Firm and focused, its elegance and refinement are impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2018.
September 30, 2010
91 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007
Taut, dry and earthy, with cedar, herb, forest floor, dried currant and blackberry flavors that are full-bodied, spicy and expansive, slow to unfold but rewarding. Ends with chewy tannins. Drink now through 2018.
August 31, 2010
95 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Annum 2007
A bold, rich, expansive style, offering tiers of opulent blackberry and wild berry flavors, with touches of black and red licorice and a notable, rustic, hot-brick-wall earthiness, all of it dense, focused, complex and concentrated. Ends with a long, persistent finish. Drink now through 2020.
June 30, 2010
92 Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley Ritchie Vineyard 2007
Fresh floral and fruity aromas are intense and vibrant, deeply concentrated, young and firm, mixing green apple with spice, honey and honeydew melon and ending with a long, lingering finish. Drink now through 2014.
92 Ramey Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Hudson Vineyard 2007
Intense and vibrant, this shows full-bodied citrus, melon, pear and hazelnut flavors that turn subtle and offer hints of fig and tangerine, while maintaining its velocity. Drink now through 2014.
90 Ramey Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Hyde Vineyard 2007
Clean and refreshing, with ripe, fresh, snappy citrus, green apple and pear flavors that are pure, focused, moderatelty rich and pleasantly cleansing, with a snappy minerality. Drink now through 2015.
90 Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2008
Pure, ripe and vibrant, with spicy pear, melon, citrus and green apple notes that are fresh and lively, ending with zesty acidity. Drink now through 2015. 9,200 cases made.
November 15, 2009
91 Ramey Claret Napa Valley 2006
Offers aromas of ripe plum and berry, with spice and sage. Though firm and full-bodied, this reveals a sense of elegance and finesse, ending with integrated tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2010 through 2016.
October 31, 2009
92 Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast Rodgers Creek Vineyard 2006
Firm and concentrated, with spicy, peppery beef jerky and berry flavors that are rich with a loamy earth base. Finishes with a full-bodied, complex mix of savory berry, herb, tar, licorice and tobacco. Drink now through 2017.
August 31, 2009
94 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Pedregal Vineyard 2006
A deep, rich, intense style, with a powerful display of dark fruit, black cherry, blackberry, currant, espresso and toasty oak. So young now it's still rambuncyious. Tannic, but persistent on the finish, with layers of flavor. Drink now trough 2014.
June 30, 2009
90 Ramey Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2007
Intense and vibrant, with a mix of clean earth, citrus, green pear and apple notes that are tight and focused, ending with an elegant, minerally edge. Drink now trough 2012.
June 15, 2009
89 Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2007
Fresh and snappy, with vibrant pear, nectarine, melon and spicy apple notes. Full-bodied, this keeps the focus on the fruity. Drink now through 2012.
March 31, 2009
93 Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast Shanel Vineyard 2006
There's lots of spices--white and black pepper--but alos plenty of grapey dark berry, red licorice, herb, mineral and cedar notes. Very complex, full-blown and well-balanced, becoming even more complex on the finish, where the flavors unfold to reveal subtle nuances. Drink now through 2015.
Dec. 31, 2008-Jan. 15, 2009
95 Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley Ritchie Vineyard 2006
Deliciously complex and full-bodied, this is layered with flavors, showing citrus and tropical fruit, with hints of anise and buttery oak, yet the acidity keeps the flavors tangy and vibrant. Drink now through 2012.
94 Ramey Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Hyde Vineyard 2006
A lovely integration of seductive smoky vanilla oak with vibrant peach- and pear-laced fruit enlivened by zingy acidity. A full-blown yet elegant and delicious Chardonnay. Drink now through 2011.
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