Recent Reviews - The following reviews were conducted in the last year. Below are 1 through 14 of the 14 recent reviews found. (A total of 54 reviews were conducted in the last 48 months.)

93 • Rotta Winery 2005 Giubbini Estate, Zinfandel, Paso Robles $27.
Deep ruby color. Rich pure aromas of dried raspberries, cherries, and earth follow through on a vibrant entry to a fruity medium-full body with superb tangy acidity and lush depth. finishes with just a hint of spice and pepper and resolute tannins. A fantastic zin that lets the fruit do the talking with serious structure and a modest wood influence. (tasted on Jan-04-2010)

90 • Rotta Winery 2005 Heritage, Zinfandel, Paso Robles $18. Best Buy.
Aromas of creamy goats milk creme brulee and berry compote follow through on a soft, supple entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body with tangy sour cherry and apple note and bright acidity. Finishes with a long, tangy fade. A delicious sipper or pair with gourmet deep dish pizza. (tasted on Jan-04-2010)

90 • Rotta Winery 2006 Zinfandel Port, California $25/375 ml.
Opaque garnet amethyst color. Baked blackberry,raisin and plum aromas follow through on silky entry to a fruity, moderately sweet medium-to-full body with great depth and a spicy, nut skin and slate accented fade with firm, powdery tannins. Nicely structured for creamy and blue cheeses. (tasted on Dec-05-2009)

89 • Rotta Winery NV Black Monukka Dessert Wine, California $25/375 ml.
Deep copper color. Suede, butter toasted almond and golden prune aromas follow through on a soft, silky entry to a fruity medium-full body with very good depth and a cracked pepper and spicy poached peach finish. Nice vibrancy and style. (tasted on Jul-15-2010)

88 • Rotta Winery NV Brix, Black Monukka Dessert Wine, California $25/375 ml.
Bright copper color. Baked raisin and peppery spice aromas follow through on a soft, satiny entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body with butter sautéed almond,nectarine skin, and prune notes. Finishes with a warm, peppery and savory amontillado accented fade. (tasted on Dec-05-2009)

88 • Rotta Winery 2008 Chardonnay, Edna Valley $16.
Golden yellow color. Aromas of baked apples, lemon-vanilla custard and melted honeycomb follow through on a round entry to a tangy, dry-yet-fruity medium body with melon, cream and spice notes. Finishes with a juicy pineapple fade. (tasted on Mar-08-2010)

88 • Rotta Winery 2008 Muscat Canelli, Paso Robles $12. Best Buy.
Aromas of baked lemon, mango, cucumber and apricot follow through on a supple entry to a fruity medium with soft acidity, silky texture and good depth. Finishes with a tangy, nectarine skin and dried flower fade. (tasted on Apr-14-2010)

87 • Rotta Winery 2005 "Trinity", Paso Robles $35.
Deep, bright ruby color. Aromas of brown spices, lavender chocolate, sandalwood and warm berry compote follow through on a round, supple entry to a juicy, dry-yet-fruity medium body with nice tangy acidity. Finishes with a lively, soft tannin fade. A great sipper or table wine to pair with pasta dishes. (tasted on Feb-08-2010)

86 • Rotta Winery 2005 "Proprietor's", Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles $16.
Bright garnet-brick hue. Maturing, woodsy, perfumed, oak-tinged nose. A lush entry leads a generous, full-bodied palate with chewy tannins. Rich and flavorful. A sturdy, mature style. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

85 • Rotta Winery 2008 Zinfandel, Rosé, California $10.
Silvery pink color. Aromas of pewter, turmeric, and shriveled cherries on the tree follow through on a soft, brisk entry to a dry light body with spinach and cherry pit flavors and a quick finish. (tasted on Aug-17-2009)

83 • Rotta Winery 2005 Heritage, Zinfandel, Paso Robles $18.
Bright aromas of overripe berries and cacoa nibs have glued wood and balsamic notes and follow through on a bright entry to a dryish light-to-medium body with wild berries and nut notes. Finishes with a tangy, tart plum skin fade. (tasted on Sep-08-2009)

83 • Rotta Winery 2007 Giubbini Vineyard, Estate Zinfandel Port, Paso Robles $25/375 ml.
Deep garnet color. Baked boysenberry, clay, minted melon,and graham cracker aromas and flavors with a slightly gritty texture on a fruity sweet medium body with a gummy note and tart craisin and currant fade. (tasted on Jul-01-2010)

81 • Rotta Winery 2008 Muscat Canelli, Paso Robles $12.
Pale golden silver color. Aromas of waxy honeycomb, yellow rose petals, and warm peach cobbler follow through on a soft, supple entry to a slightly limp, fruity medium body with oily orange peel and melon rind notes on the peppery finish. (tasted on Sep-14-2009)

80 • Rotta Winery 2007 Chardonnay, Monterey $16.
Brilliant yellow-straw hue. Unusual yeasty aromas overlie a tropical fruit core. A ripe entry leads a full-bodied palate with modest acidity and a viscous texture. A bit flabby in style. Drink now. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

Older Reviews - The following reviews were conducted 12 to 48 months ago. Some wines may be hard to find or may no longer be available. Below are 1 through 6 of the 40 older reviews found.

93 • Rotta Winery 2004 Estate "Giubbini Vineyard", Zinfandel, Paso Robles $27.
Ruby color. Toffee, baked blackberry, honey, and spice aromas follow through to a supple, fruity medium-full body with sensational purity of fruit and a long chocolatey finish. A vibrant and exceptionally balanced zin for every occasion. (tasted on Dec-03-2007)

93 • Rotta Winery 2004 Estate "Giubbini Vineyard", Zinfandel, Paso Robles $27.
Deep ruby color. White chocolate toffee, mint leaf, herb, and spicy blackberry pie aromas follow through on a silky entry to a fruity medium-full body with rich layers ripe berry fruit, spice, exotic peppercorns, and chocolate. Finishes in a tangy berry and caramelized nut fade with chewy tannins. A rich, well structured zin. (tasted on May-03-2008)

93 • Rotta Winery 2005 Merlot, Paso Robles $16.
Deep ruby color. Cherry custard, toasted meringue, pistachio, and allspice aromas follow through on a silky entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium body with gobs of ripe berry and black cherry and lively, well balanced acidity and tannins. Finishes with a long, crisp, berry, apple, and nut fade. A delicious, refreshing sipper, or pair with duck. (tasted on Oct-06-2008)

93 • Rotta Winery 2005 "Heritage", Zinfandel, Paso Robles $18.
Deep ruby color. Vibrant chocolate covered blueberry and raspberry aromas follow through on a rich entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium-full body with lush dried sour cherry and spicy pickle accents. Finishes with a long, flavorful mouthwatering fade. A classic American zinfandel. (tasted on Oct-01-2008)

92 • Rotta Winery 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles $16.
Creme caramel, berry tart, and mild spice aromas. A juicy entry leads to a round, satiny fruity medium-to-full body of ripe blackberry, clay, roasted pepper and spice flavors with a long cocoa-covered orange peel and berry fade. A delicious, seamless, and well balanced cabernet that will excel at the table. (tasted on Aug-15-2007)

92 • Rotta Winery 2005 "Proprietor's", Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles $16.
Ruby black color. Currant custard, wet clay, and nougat aromas follow through on a soft, supple entry to a dryish medium body with tangy berry, black cherry, and mineral accents. Finishes in a sweet spice and toasty praline fade with fine, polished tannins. A nicely balanced cab to pair with steaks. (tasted on Oct-06-2008)

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