Vineyard: Rhys Home

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Small Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir and a Few Whites (9.29 9/5/2013)
Spelunking & Tasting at Rhys Vineyards (9.23 4/13/2013)
Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay (10.22 12/12/2015)
Rhys Vineyards: Three Vintage Tasting (8.30 1/27/2011)
A Dozen California Wineries Offer Holiday Cheer (11.14 12/3/2017)
Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir (10.3 1/22/2015)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Rhys Vineyards

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2014 Rhys Vineyards Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

13.2% alc., $79. 1.32 acres, mixed field blend clones. 450-500 feet elevation with a southwest facing exposure. 100% whole cluster, aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 25% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. The most open nose in the lineup, offering a seductive perfume of red berry, dark rose petal, spice and turned earth. Mid weight dark red fruits are featured, framed by raw, expressive tannins. Over time in the glass, well-spiced cherry fruit emerges lifted by juicy acidity. Oak plays a subtle dance in the background. The finish is both savory and fruity along with a little bit of astringency. Score: 93. Reviewed December 3, 2017 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2013 Rhys Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., $79. A mixed field blend from 1.57 acres. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. The nose leads with aromas of red berries, rose petal and whole cluster spice. A daunting wine today, even when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, with muscular tannins that dominate the charming black cherry fruit. Whole cluster adds cinnamon and other baking spices along with stem notes. Softly textured, the wine’s tannins tend to ameliorate some over time in the glass allowing the cherry fruit to shine. Put this wine in the cellar for at least 3 to 5 years to allow the tannins to soften. Score: 89-91. Reviewed December 12, 2015 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2012 Rhys Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., $79. From a small, 1.57- acre vineyard containing a mixed field blend of selections. · Moderate reddish purple hue in the glass. The nose is closed for business initially, opening more the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Darker cherry and raspberry flavors are featured. Very tasty, and soft and smooth in the mouth. Finishes with showy oak and slightly astringent tannins. Lacks some excitement now, and should be cellared for at least a year. Score: 89-90. Reviewed January 23, 2015 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2011 Rhys Vineyards Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

13.2% alc.. 100% whole cluster, aged in 10% new French oak. · Highly perfumed with exotic spices including cardamom. Juicy and satisfying on the palate, featuring darker stone fruits and berries. The whole cluster really compliments the fruit. Finishes with a dry, focused finish that sports a hint of iron and loam. Exceptional. Reviewed April 13, 2013 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2010 Rhys Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

12.5% alc., $79. A field blend grown in decomposed sandstone. First vintage that includes new and old sections. · Medium reddish-purple color in the glass. Reserved, but pleasing aromas of darker red and black stone fruits and berries with hints of forest floor, Asian 5-spice, mushroom, cut flowers and toasted oak. Soft in the mouth with reserved tannins and a good cut of acidity. Lighter in this vintage, and approachable now, but is a little brooding and should benefit from more time in bottle. Score: 90. Reviewed September 5, 2013 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2007 Rhys Vineyards Home Vineyard San Mateo County Pinot Noir

13.3% alc., $59. A field blend of .25 acres planted to 5’ x 6’ on decomposed sandstone. Yields of 2.5 tons per acre. Aged in 100% new French oak barrels. · Deep, dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Very ripe fruit aromas of black cherries, raisins, grilled fruit, leather and exotic spices. Moderately dense and thick dark berry and black cherry fruit with an earthy undertone and a hint of anise, all wrapped in restrained, firm tannins. Big-boned but soft on the palate, becoming smoother and more delightful with time in the glass. Very good. Reviewed January 27, 2011 WINERY » ARTICLE »