Bonny Doon, “Ca’del Solo”, Big House Red 2003
By Tim on Nov 22, 2005 in Recommendations, Red Blends, Tasting Notes
Bonny Doon, “Ca’del Solo”, Big House Red 2003 ($9) - A blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carignane, Grenache, Barbera, and Malbec. Dark ruby color with aromas of plum and raspberry; raspberry and blackberry fruit flavors with a hint of mint and silky tannins. A real fruit bomb with just a tinge of old world rusticness. Sealed with a Stelvin screwcap. A very good value and fun house wine. Score: 8.5/10
Hey there Tim! We visited bonny doon ourselves not too long ago. Here’s a bit of trivia…..Know why it is called “Big House”? The vineyards are planted nest door to the California state prison in Soledad….Someone over at Bonny doon has a sense of humor! Take care!