92 PTS WILFRED WONG. Loaded from start to finish, the '08 Simi Reserve Cabernet delivers like few others can; ripe red and fruit flavors, with a shading of sweet oak; persistent in the finish.

Simi Landslide Cabernet is a fairly big wine, with plenty of the smooth ripe flavors you expect from Alexander Valley.

The Simi Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley exhibits rich, ripe fruit and sweet barrel in the flavors; nice tension in the finish.

California. Aromas and flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and plum. 13% ABV

Aromas of citrus and tart apples. Flavors of lemon and grapefruit. Refreshing, bright, and crisp with a long finish 13.5% ABV

Flavors of nectarine, peach and lemon, and similar aromas. Lightly toasted, buttery cream, and warm oak character. 13.5% ABV

The Simi Merlot is soft and smooth; shows abundant red fruit aromas and flavors; easy in the finish.