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6 notes

1994

Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

California · Napa Valley

The roots (literally) and history of this wine are indeed an interesting lineage to follow insofar as the To Kalon fruit and the MacDonald connection. For that, I am forever appreciative to have…

Reviewed 6 June 2023
2010

Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Napa Valley · Oakville

Strikingly similar to the 2010 Carter Grand Daddy, except that the Mondavi had a lighter body overall, with a bit of an old-world, earthy quality that made it uniquely stand out when compared to the…

Reviewed 2 June 2018
2014

Robert Mondavi Winery Pinot Noir Reserve

Napa / Sonoma · Carneros

An instant blast of heavy cedar and mulch. A stinging and bitter attack with an alcohol-drenched 2x4 aftertaste.

Reviewed 15 July 2017
2015

Robert Mondavi Winery Rosé

Central Valley · Lodi

Rose is a rose is a rose. Watermelon, light orange citrus, and some faint strawberry. Came off a little watery and light for my preference. I preferred the Fume Blanc served alongside it.

Reviewed 15 July 2017
2015

Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc Napa Valley

California · Napa Valley

"Not bad for a Fume Blanc," was the phrase that the four of us simultaneously uttered. And it isn't "bad" by any means. It displayed some of the usual SB characteristics; a little lighter bodied in…

Reviewed 15 July 2017
2014

Robert Mondavi Winery Pinot Noir Reserve

Napa / Sonoma · Carneros

Some simple and thin flavors of black cherry and faint earth and spice. Mid-palate was hollow, with the "attack" (of what there even was) fleetingly whipping over the palate and rushing straight into…

Reviewed 15 July 2017