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2019
90 points – Wine Spectator – 2019 Sauvignon Blanc
90
“90 Points”
91 Points – Wine Enthusiast – 2019 Sauvignon Blanc
91 Points
“91 Points”
2018
91 points – Wine & Spirits – 2018 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
91
Double Gold, Reserve Class Champion – Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition – 2018 Carneros Chardonnay
Double Gold - Reserve Class Champion
“Double Gold, Reserve Class Champion”
Gold Medal Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2018 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Gold Medal
“Gold Medal”
92 Points – Wine & Spirits – 2018 Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92 Points
“92 Points”
2017
90 points – Robert Parker – 2017 Carneros Chardonnay
90
“The 2017 Chardonnay features compelling spiced apples, almond croissant, honeyed peaches and fresh baked pear tart notions on the nose. Medium-bodied with a satiny texture, the palate delivers plenty of peaches and savory layers with a racy line and mineral-tinged finish.”
90 Points – Wine and Spirits – 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
90
“Gentle passion-fruit flavors fill this broad, creamy sauvignon. There's brightness to the fruit, which cushions the structure, the wine full enough to serve on its own or with roast fish.”
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2017 Carneros Chardonnay
90 Points
92 Points – Wine Spectator – 2017 Home Ranch Chardonnay
92
92 Points – Wine Spectator – Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92
#1 Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurants – Wine & Spirits
#1 Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurants
“16th year in the top ten.”
92 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2017 Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92
92 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2017 Home Ranch Chardonnay
92
90 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2017 Buchli Station Chardonnay
90
90 points – Robert Parker – 2017 Carneros Chardonnay
90
Top White Wine – Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition, 2017 Carneros Chardonnay
Top White Wine
“Top White Wine”
Double Gold, Class Champion Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2017 Rombauer Zinfandel
Double Gold - Class Champion
“Double Gold Class Champion”
2016
Wine of the Week – Santa Rosa Press Democrat – 2016 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
“What makes this a standout is its tart flavors coupled with passion fruit. It’s definitely a sauvignon blanc with a range — lime, grass, grapefruit and nectarine. Bright acidity. Zesty finish. A Bottle Rock knockout. Peg Melnik, May 22, 2017”
Gold Medal – 2017 TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2016 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Gold Medal
Gold Medal – 2017 New York International Wine Competition – 2016 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Gold Medal
90 points – James Suckling – 2016 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
90
“Fresh grapefruit, limes and grass dominate on the nose. The palate is quite light but very fresh and enjoyable with a nice helping of acidity.”
92 Points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Carneros Chardonnay
92
“Rich and creamy, with seductive vanilla-scented oak that adds texture and nuance to the solid core of green apple, pear and melon flavors”
92 points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92
“Both showy and inviting, this white features zesty, crisp apple and pear flavors. Subtle and nuanced, with light vanilla-scented oak notes that slowly expand on the finish, where this offers an elegant profile. -JL”
91 Points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Home Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay
91
“Plump and full-bodied, this wows with rich melon, pear and apple notes and a fine touch of oak. Should appeal to those who like oak-tilted wines. –JL ”
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Buchli Station Vineyard Chardonnay
90
“Pure and direct, this no-frills effort relies on pear, apple and melon fruit, with oak accents sitting quietly in the background. - JL”
90 points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90 Points
90 points – Robert Parker – 2016 Rombauer Zinfandel
90
90 points – Robert Parker – 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90
91 points – James Suckling – 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
91 Points
Double Gold – Reserve Class Champion Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2016 Napa Valley Merlot
Double Gold - Reserve Class Champion
Double Gold, Reserve Class Champion Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2016 Rombauer Zinfandel
Double Gold - Class Champion
“Double Gold Reserve Class Champion”
93 Points – Wine Spectator – 2016 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
93 Points
“93 Points”
2015
St. Helena Star Review of 2015 Sauvignon Blanc
“Making this wine a fun taste are two facts: This is the first new varietal introduced by Rombauer in more than 20 years, and it is just the second white wine in its 36-year history. Rombauer has built up a big fan base and reputation for its rich, buttery and toasty chardonnay wines. Lest you think their sauvignon blanc will follow in that style, this is a great example of tasting before assuming. Rombauer’s 2015 Sauvignon Blanc has zesty lemon and riper tangerine citrus with Asian pear and hints of ripe exotic pineapple. There are no noticeable oak flavors; the wine was fermented in stainless steel, and a small portion of neutral oak for a creamier mouthfeel. This is a deliciously fresh, fruit-forward, and beautifully balanced sauvignon blanc. Catherine Bugue January 25, 2016”
Top 25 California Wines of 2016 – Orange County Register – 2015 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
“Rombauer’s Sauvignon Blanc “is a winner. Aromas of lime, grapefruit, pear and nectarine. Richly tropical notes. Balanced yet lively acidity lingers on the palate. This one’s for people who say they don’t like Sauvignon Blanc.” Paul Hodgins December 21, 2016”
Gold Medal – 2017 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition – 2015 Carneros Chardonnay
Gold Medal
No. 3, Top 10 Chardonnays – 2017 Wine + Spirits Magazine Annual Restaurant Poll
No. 3, Top 10 Chardonnays in U.S. Restaurants
92 Points – James Suckling – 2015 Carneros Chardonnay
92 points
“This shows tension and depth with sliced lemon and hints of ripe peach. Some cream and flan undertones. Full body, lightly oily and a flavorful finish.”
93 Points – Wine Spectator – 2015 Home Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay
93 Points
“Ultrarich, smooth and creamy, with tiers of fig, apricot, honeydew, custard apple and oak flavors that fade to butterscotch accents.”
92 Points – Wine Spectator – 2015 Buchli Station Vineyard Chardonnay
92 Points
“Shows off spicy, toasty oak in grand form, but there’s plenty of green fruit to celebrate, with ripe apple, melon and pear flavors. Ends with a touch of citrus, returning to the safety of the rich, buttery oak.”
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2015 Merlot
90
“Finely chiseled flavors of red currant, plum and dark cherry are matched to notes of cedar and sandalwood. Offers hints of dried green herbs and beef on the finish. Drink now through 2021. 4,000 cases made.”
Gold Medal – TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2015 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
90 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2015 Napa Valley Merlot
90
“90 Points”
90 points – Wine Advocate – 2015 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
90
“90 points”
2014
91 Points – Wine Advocate – 2014 Home Ranch Chardonnay
91 points
“The 2014 Chardonnay Home Ranch Vineyard has an excellent, buttery, almost French style, with notes of brioche, nectarine, and citrus oil. It was aged in 90% new French oak for nine months. This is a full-bodied, rich, serious Chardonnay to drink over the next 4-5 years.”
90 Points – Wine Advocate – 2014 Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
90 points
“The 2014 Chardonnay Proprietor's Selection received the same time in oak, but the amount of new French and American oak was increased to 45%. This is a much fuller, more fleshy style and much more textured, with some complex tropical fruit and orange marmalade notes, subtle oak and medium to full-bodied richness. This is an impressive 2014 to drink over the next 4-5 years.”
Gold Medal – 2016 Hilton Head Wine Festival – 2014 Carneros Chardonnay
Gold Medal
2016 Wine + Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
4th Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurants
93 Points – International Wine Report – 2014 Carneros Chardonnay
93 points
Gold, Reserve Champion – 2017 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition – 2014 Rombauer Zinfandel
Gold, Reserve Champion
Gold Medal – 2017 TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
90 Points – Wine Enthusiast – 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90 Points
Gold Medal – Sunset International Wine Competition – 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
“Cedar, sagebrush and herbal aromas stamp this the textbook Cabernet Sauvignon. Well-ripened red and black fruit, integrated tannins, and a clean, lingering finish make it complex and cellar-worthy.”
93 Points – Wine Spectator – 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
93
““Pure and rich, focused on a supple core of licorice, dark berry, light cedar, fresh earth and savory herb flavors, ending with a long, smooth finish that keeps repeating the core fruit themes.””
93 Points – Wine Enthusiast – 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
93 Points
92 Points – Wine Enthusiast – 2014 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
92 Points
91 Points – Wine Spectator – 2014 Napa Valley Merlot
91
“Rich, ripe and full of powerful flavors of Christmas pudding, dark cherry and black currant that are backed by muscular acidity and tannins. Dried mint and slate details show on the dense finish. Drink now through 2021.”
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2014 Atlas Peak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
90
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2014 Le Meilleur du Chai
90
91 Points – Wine Spectator – 2014 Stice Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
91
92 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2014 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
92
“This high-toned, well-made wine shows rich clove, tobacco and currant notes beneath its hit of acidity. Firm, woody tannins provide grip, with complexity and full bodied weight.”
93 points – Wine Enthusiast – 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
93
“Blended with 6% Petit Verdot, this wine is treated as a reserve-tier bottling. It delivers high-toned red fruit and plum notes dusted with spice and dried herb. It's robust in body and weight and long on the finish.”
93 points – Robert Parker – 2014 Le Meilleur Du Chai
93
90 points – Robert Parker – 2014 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
90
90 points – Robert Parker – 2014 Stice Lane Cabernet Sauvignon
90
90 points – Wine Advocate – 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
90
“90 points”
Class Champion and Double Gold Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2014 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Class Champion and Double Gold
“Class Champion and Double Gold”
2013
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“An elegant, graceful style that's easy to enjoy, from the initial creamy oak aromas to the gradual firming midpalate, showing off a cedary oak grip to the tannins. – J.L.”
93 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Carneros Chardonnay
93 points
“A creamy-textured, charming style that's easy to drink yet is deceptively complex and layered, with a mix of vanilla-scented oak and vibrant peach, nectarine, honeydew and apricot flavors. Long on the finish. Drink now. – J.L.”
93 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Home Ranch Chardonnay
93 points
“Serves up lots of ripe, rich, generous Chardonnay flavors, with tiers of ripe apple, pear, peach and nectarine notes, supported by lively acidity and ending with a kiss of oak and mouthwatering acidity. Drink now. – J.L.”
eRobertParker.com Review of 2013 Proprietor Chardonnay
94 points
“The 2013 Chardonnay Proprietor Selection exhibits terrific caramelized tropical fruit notes intermixed with a hint of orange zest in a medium to full-bodied, fresh, lively style with the oak component pushed to the background. The wine is full, fleshy, sexy and impressive. This brilliant 600-case cuvee should drink well for 3-4 years.”
eRobertParker.com Review of 2013 Buchli Station Chardonnay
91 points
“The beautiful 2013 Chardonnay Buchli Station Vineyard (130 cases produced) comes from a vineyard bordering St. Pablo Bay. Copious aromas of orange zest and honeyed citrus are followed by medium to full-bodied fruit notes. This top-flight wine can be enjoyed over the next 3-4 years.”
eRobertParker.com Review of 2013 Home Ranch Chardonnay
91 points
“The single vineyard 2013 Chardonnay Home Ranch Vineyard displays a green-ish hue to its light straw/gold color as well as fruit-flavored notes of spring flowers, quince, honeysuckle, white currants and a notion of tangerine oil. One of the best wines I have ever tasted from Rombauer, this stunning Chardonnay should drink well for 5-6 years. Unfortunately, production was limited to 130 cases.”
92 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92 points
“Pure and clean, this is seductively elegant, with subtle, citrus-laced green apple, pear and fig flavors and light toasty oak. Most impressive on the finish, where the flavors turn delicate and linger. 600 cases produced”
91 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Buchli Station Chardonnay
91 points
“Complex, with restrained aromas, offering a graceful mix of pear, peach, fig and honeydew flavors. Shows a touch of pithiness in the texture on the finish.” 130 cases produced”
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“An elegant, graceful style that’s easy to enjoy, from the initial creamy oak aromas to the gradual firming midpalate, showing off a cedary oak grip to the tannins. Drink now through 2024.”
91 Points – California Grapevine – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
“Dark purplish ruby; forward, ripe, cedary, blackberry fruit aroma with notes of dark chocolate, black olive, and toasty oak; full body; forward, big, rich, extracted, cedary, textured, dark fruit flavors with good depth and a trace of vanilla; medium-full to full tannin and currently a bit rough in the mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended.”
Wine Spectator Top 100 List #35, 2013 Carneros Chardonnay
“A creamy-textured, charming style that’s easy to drink yet is deceptively complex and layered, with a mix of vanilla-scented oak and vibrant peach, nectarine, honeydew and apricot flavors. Long on the finish.”
PaperCity Magazine Review of 2013 Carneros Chardonnay
“A Chardonnay Revolution? Rombauer Shows This Maligned Grape Doesn’t Deserve Its Bum Rap
12.14.15
I’ve been trying lots of Chardonnay lately. About a month ago I was served a California Chardonnay that had only the slightest oak, and I enjoyed it, so I’ve been on a mission since then to experience as many different bottles of the often-maligned grape as I can. What has happened is that I have tasted things new to me, and been reunited with some wines from producers I first encountered long ago.
In the latter category is today’s bottle, a 2013 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay. Rombauer is a well-known name, and if you possess a copy of The Joy of Cooking you will be happy to know that there is a familial connection between the winery and the author. (Rombauer’s first wines were released in 1984 — a 1980 Cabernet Sauvignon, and a 1982 Chardonnay. Retail price for both was $12.50.)
We opened the bottle to pair with some shrimp sautéed in olive oil, and the decision was a good one. The 2013 Rombauer is full of expression, and has a creaminess that I like. The acidity makes the wine refreshing, and its notes of citrus and peach combine in a wonderful manner. The shrimp were wild, and the iodine flavor they possessed seems to mellow with the wine, a pleasant sensory experience. So, too, with the parsley sprinkled on the dish: The Chardonnay made the garnish livelier, fresher.
The wine has a lengthy finish, and 14.6 percent ABV. It would, in addition to our shrimp, pair well with butter-poached lobster and grilled fish. The 2013 is difficult to find, but the 2014 Carneros Chardonnay is available for around $36 at wine merchants and through the winery.
”93 Points – Wine Advocate – 2013 Le Meilleur du Chai
93 points
“Rombauer's selection as the best wine in their cellars, the 2013 Proprietary Red Blend Le Meilleur du Chai, is a blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Petit Verdot aged 16 months in 100% new French oak. The most complete, the longest, the richest, with majestic blackcurrant and black raspberry fruit, nicely integrated toasty new oak, and a full-bodied, expansive and savory mouthfeel, this wine offers loads of fragrance, richness and satisfying black and blue fruit flavors. A full-bodied, opulently textured wine, it can be drunk now or cellared for another 20-25 years.”
90 Points – Wine Advocate – 2013 Stice Lane Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Stice Lane Vineyard, from St. Helena, aged 16 months in 100% new French oak. This is a strong effort. Dense purple to the rim with notes of licorice, blackcurrant jam, coffee and spice box, the wine is medium to full-bodied, shows sweet tannin, outstanding balance and purity and a long finish. This is an outstanding effort from the Rombauers. Drink it over the next 15 or more years.”
90 Points – Wine Advocate – 2013 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“From farther south in Napa, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Atlas Peak was given the same aging of 16 months in 100% new French oak. The wine has nice notes of charcoal, blueberry and blackberry fruit, a touch of earth and spice as well as full body. It exhibits good ripeness, purity and overall richness. This should drink beautifully for another 12-15 years.”
90 Points – James Suckling – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“Lots of blackberry and blueberry character on the nose follows through to a medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Linear and bright. A pretty example of the excellent 2013 vintage. Drink or hold.”
Gold Medal – 2016 TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
Gold Medal – 2016 South Walton Wine Festival – 2013 Rombauer Zinfandel
Gold Medal
Double Gold – 2016 Hilton Head Wine Festival – 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Double Gold
90 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Carneros Merlot
90 points
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Plump and supple, with red currant and rose petal aromas and elegantly complex flavors of black cherry, mocha and spice. Drink now through 2026.
91 Points – Wine Spectator – 2013 Stice Lane Cabernet Sauvignon
91 Points
“Intense and complex, with an assertive mix of savory herb, snappy, vibrant blackberry and wild berry shaded by creamy cedary oak and a dash of vanilla and mocha, all working together seamlessly. Pushes on the finish, where graphite and crushed rock details emerge. Drink now through 2028.”
Gold Medal – 2017 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition – 2013 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
Gold Medal – 2017 TEXSOM International Wine Competition – 2013 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
Gold Medal – 2017 TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2013 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
94 Points – Wine Review Online – 2013 Carneros Merlot
94 points
“Gorgeous Merlot with a wildly layered nose of black cherry, blackberry, moderate oak toast, soft pepper and spice. These elements are nicely integrated as flavors, adding a cola note and riding a rich texture and soft tannins through a long full flavored finish. No Cabernization here — just a pure, creamy expression of Merlot. Well done!”
93 points – Robert Parker – 2013 Le Meilleur Du Chai
93
2012
Wine-searcher.com Review of 2012 Carneros Merlot
“With Rombauer on the label, you might expect a full-speed-ahead, slightly sweet wine like its bombastic, butter Chardonnay. This wine is a surprise: it's subtle and complex, with a low savory note and a high floral note balancing a quiet core of dark fruit. It's not up-front sexy, but it's a wine you could keep drinking and keep finding interesting. I'm glad I tasted it blind; it's good in a way I never expected. — W. Blake Gray”
Wine Spectator Top 100 List #41, 2012 Carneros Chardonnay
“A graceful, seductive style, with an emphasis on bold yet subtle flavors, delivering a mix of poached pear, honeydew melon and creamy oak notes. Drink now through 2018. - JL”
2014 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2014 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2012 Carneros Chardonnay
Silver Medal
Wine Spectator Review of 2012 Carneros Chardonnay
92 points
“Rombauer's Chardonnay is a good example of what producers could achieve from the vintage. It is a bold yet graceful wine, reliant on creamy oak...it's a rather remarkable winemakeing achievement. A graceful, seductive style, with an emphasis on bold yet subtle flavors, offering a mix of poached pear, honeydew melon and creamy oak notes. Drink now through 2018.”
Wine Spectator Review of 2012 Carneros Proprietor Selection Chardonnay
92 points
“A seductive style, ultrarich, creamy, layered with jazzy oak and a core of ripe pear, peach and nectarine flavors, all focused and persistent through the long, lingering finish. Drink now.”
California Grapevine review of 2012 Rombauer Chardonnay
“Medium-light, golden yellow; earthy, apple and tropical fruit aroma with oaky overtones and a hint of butterscotch; medium-full body; spicy, toasty, green apple flavors with a slightly sweet impression in the mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. Stylistic with prominent, buttery oak. Highly recommended.”
29th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, 2012 Rombauer Chardonnay
Gold Medal
92 Points – Wine + Spirits – 2012 Stice Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
“Known for its luxurious style of Napa Valley cabernet, Rombauer takes a more detailed approach to this single-vineyard wine in 2012. At Stice Lane in St. Helena, the vines grow in the gravel of what was once a riverbed. And as ripe and supple as their fruit may be, this wine retains its shape and dimension, finely drawn with black-0live savor and rich tobacco scents. Lively and satisfying, this has a wild edge and the stamina to age for a few years, as well as the juiciness to enjoy now with a thick-cut T-bone.”
Robert Parker Review of 2012 Stice Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
“The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Stice Lane Vineyard shows blackberry and blackcurrant and a hint of chocolate and mocha. This is soft, round, plush and could even pass for a Pomerol if it were French. However, it’s all Cabernet Sauvignon and, sadly, only 250 cases were made. This is probably the best Rombauer wine I’ve tasted in many a year. Drink over the next 7-8 years.”
Class Champion – 2016 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo – 2012 Carneros Merlot
Class Champion, Double Gold
Gold Medal – 2016 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo – 2012 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
92 Points – James Suckling – 2012 Le Meilleur du Chai
92 points
“A Bordeaux blend that combines blackberries and blueberries with notes of graphite. The palate delivers a wine with fine polished tannins, good fruit and a nutty finish.”
90 Points – James Suckling – 2012 Stice Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
90 points
“This has aromas of ripe dark fruits with terracotta and dark chocolate undertones. Medium to full-bodied, fine tannins and a medium finish. Slightly one-dimensional. Better in 2017.”
The Daily Meal Review of 2012 Stice Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
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Gold Medal – 2016 TEXSOM International Wine Awards – 2012 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
Double Gold – 2016 Hilton Head Wine Festival – 2012 Carneros Merlot
Double Gold
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Double Gold – 2016 Hilton Head Wine Festival – 2012 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Double Gold
90 Points – Wine Enthusiast – 2012 Stice Lane Cabernet Sauvignon
90 Points
2011
29th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, 2011 Rombauer Zinfandel
Silver Medal
California Grapevine Review of 2011 Rombauer Zinfandel
“Medium-dark ruby; attractive, forward, toasty, ripe, red and black fruit aroma with hints of dill, mint and black pepper; full body; big, rich, plush, cedary, berry fruit flavors with a stylistic trace of residual sugar and leaving a plush, slightly creamy mouthfeel; full tannin; lingering aftertast. Highly recommended. 15.9% alcohol. Blended with 7% Petite Syrah.”
Wine Spectator Review of 2011 Carneros Chardonnay
90 points
“A crowd-pleasing style, openly fruity and nicely oaky, offering an up-front mix of toasty oak and exotic tropical and ripe green tree fruit. Well focused and persistent, this ends ith a touch of lemon peel and spice. Drink now through 2016.”
2013 American Fine Wine Competition, 2011 Carneros Chardonnay
Double Gold Medal
2010
Grand Champion Best of Show – 2015 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo – 2010 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Grand Champion Best of Show
2014 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2010 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
2014 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2010 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
Connoisseurs’ Guide to California Wine Review of 2010 Rombauer Zinfandel
87 points
“This wine will be immediately disqualified by a good many Zin lovers for the simple reason that it is slightly sweet, and, while we confess at being a little perplexed by its sugars, it is a fairly deep and well-crafted wine all the same. It smacks of berry-pie filling and vanilla, and it is noticeably hot at the finish, but it is undeniably tasty and rich. Sweet sauced pork ribs or other such savory fare will allow it to show well.”
2013 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2010 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2013 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, 2010 Zinfandel
Gold Medal
Wine Spectator Review of 2010 Rombauer Chardonnay
91 points
“This ripe, exotic style boasts gobs of fruit but also a measure of finesse. Ripe, sweet-tasting flavors of pear, fig and tangerine are intense and focused, leading to a long, clean, lingering finish. Drink now through 2017.”
2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2010 Carneros Chardonnay
Silver Medal
2011 Columbus Food & Wine Affair 2010 Carneros Chardonnay
Gold Medal
2009
2013 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2009 Carneros Merlot
Best of Class & Chairman's Award (Unanimous Gold Medal)
Connoisseurs’ guide to California Wine Review of 2009 Merlot
87 points
“This trim and temperate take on Merlot steers away from high ripeness and drama and successfully aims for balance instead. Its slightly underplayed themes of red-cherry fruit are enriched with a bit of vanillin oak, and, if properly firm after its supple beginnings, it is an essentially accessible wine that will hit its peak in but a few years.”
2013 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, 2009 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
2013 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2009 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal
2013 American Fine Wine Competition, 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal
28th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, 2009 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
28th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
Beverage Dynamics Retailer Wine Selections, 2009 Carneros Chardonnay
Five Stars
2011 Riverside Wine Competition, 2009 Carneros Chardonnay
Bronze Medal
2011 Cincinnati International Wine Festival, 2009 Carneros Chardonnay
Gold Medal
2011 Sandestin Wine Festival, 2009 Carneros Chardonay
Gold Medal Best in Show White Wine, Gold Medal Best Buy
2011 American Fine Wine Competition South Florida, 2009 Carneros Chardonay
Silver Medal
2008
2013 Riverside International Wine Competition, 2008 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal
2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2008 Napa Valley Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal
2013 American Fine Wine Competition, 2008 Napa Valley Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
Rodeo Uncorked 2012! Houston Rodeo International Wine Competition, 2008 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
Wine Spectator Review of 2008 Rombauer Merlot
89 points
“This elegant, focused version delivers currant and floral herb aromas and appealing cherry, caramel and spice flavors. Drink now through 2017.”
2012 Charlotte Wine and Food Weekend, 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Double Gold Medal and Best In Category
2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2008 Carneros Merlot
Silver Medal
2010 First Coast Premier Wine Extravaganza, 2008 Carneros Chardonay
Gold Medal in Chardonnay Category, Silver Medal in Best in Show White Wine Category
2010 Cincinnati International Wine Festival, 2008 Carneros Chardonnay
Bronze Medal
2010 Sandestin Wine Festival, 2008 Carneros Chardonnay
Gold Medal
2010 American Fine Wine Competition South Florida, 2008 Carneros Chardonnay
Double Gold Medal
2007
2011 First Coast Premier Wine Extravaganza, 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2011 First Coast Premier Wine Extravaganza, 2007 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
2011 Riverside Wine Competition, 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal
2011 Riverside Wine Competition, 2007 Carneros Merlot
Silver Medal
2011 Beverage Dynamics Retailer Wine Selections, 2007 Carneros Merlot
Four Stars
2011 American Fine Wine Competition South Florida, 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2011 American Fine Wine Competition South Florida, 2007 Carneros Merlot
Gold Medal
2010 Sandestin Wine Festival, 2007 Rombauer Zinfandel
Gold Medal
2009 Winefest Wine Competition, 2007 Rombauer Chardonnay
Silver Medal in the category of Chardonnay $25.00 and above.
2006
2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2006 Diamond Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal
2011 Riverside Wine Competition, 2006 Diamond Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal
2010 First Coast Premier Wine Extravaganza, 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal in Cabernet Sauvignon Category, Gold Medal in Best in Show Red Wine Category
2010 Cincinnati International Wine Festival, 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal
2010 American Fine Wine Competition South Florida, 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Double Gold Medal
2009 Winefest Wine Competition, 2006 Rombauer Zinfandel
Silver Medal in the category of Zinfandel $20.00 and above
2005
2011 Cincinnati International Wine Festival, 2005 Diamond Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal
2009 Winefest Wine Competition, 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
Double Gold Medal for Best In Show in the category of Cabernet Sauvignon $30.00 and above
2009 Winefest Wine Competition, 2005 Merlot
Silver Medal in the category of Merlot $25.00 and above
2002
2009 Winefest Wine Competition, 2002 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal in the category of Cabernet Sauvignon $30.00 and above
NV
24th Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Rombauer Vineyards
38th Most Popular Winery Brand in American Restaurant
24th Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
6th Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurants
23rd Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Rombauer Vineyards
6th Most Popular Winery Brand in American Restaurants
23rd Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
3rd Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurant
23rd Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
18th Most Popular Cabernet Sauvignon and 21st Most Popular Wine by the Glass
Conde Nast’s BRIDES Magazine July 2011 Mention of Rombauer Chardonnay
“We heart Rombauer for chards”
22nd Annual Wine and Spirits Restaurant Poll, Rombauer Vineyards
6th Most Popular Winery Brand in American Restaurants
22nd Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
3rd Most Popular Chardonnay in American Restaurants
21st Annual Wine and Spirits Restaurant Poll, Rombauer Vineyards
5th Most Popular winery brand in American restaurants.
21st Annual Wine and Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
3rd Most Popular Chardonnay in American restaurants.
20th Annual Wine and Spirits Restaurant Poll, Rombauer Vineyards
9th Most Popular winery brand in American restaurants.
20th Annual Wine and Spirits Restaurant Poll, Carneros Chardonnay
2nd Most Popular Chardonnay in American restaurants.