San Simeon Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Region: Paso Robles, California
Produced by: Riboli Family Wines
Year: 2023
Price: $19.99
Purchased at: Costco

👃 Aromas

Cherry, raspberry, blackberry, leather

👅 Tasting Notes

• Nicely balanced acidity

• Smooth texture

• Berry-driven

• Pleasant lingering finish

• Not overly tannic

• Crowd-friendly

⭐ Scores

• Scott: 16 – Would bring confidently to a party

• Lynn: 16 – Would bring to a party

• Combined: 32 🏆

🛒 Buy Again?

Absolutely — party-worthy, balanced, enjoyable.

🏆 Why It Won

• Best balance of fruit, acidity & tannin

• Pleasant finish without harshness

• Both tasters independently ranked it #1

• Crowd-pleasing without being dull

This was the only wine both felt confident serving socially.