Our Cabernet Sauvignon is a fruit-driven wine boasting ripe plum, cassis, and dark chocolate aromas. The rich black fruit flavors are deep and concentrated with notes of tarragon and vanilla. The soft, integrated tannins lead into a balanced and elegant finish with a hint of lingering sweet oak.
Vintage and Winemaker Notes
In 1938, when our founder Al Scheid was 6 years old, his dad and grandpa took him to the Carolton Bar in Bridgeport, Ohio. Grandpa said to choose three numbers and he’d bet a dime on them. Al gave him 3, 4 and 8. The numbers wone and Al was handed $5. To this day, 3, 4 and 8 are his lucky numbers.
Vineyard
The grapes for our Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced from two sustainably farmed estate vineyards situated in southern Monterey County, part of California’s renowned Central Coast. This region experiences warm, sunny days followed by strong winds in the late afternoon and very chilly nights. The wide day-to-night temperature differential results in grapes that achieve fully ripened, well-developed varietal flavors with balanced acidity.
Winemaking
At the winery, the fruit is carefully sorted then destemmed, crushed, and fermented warm in stainless steel tanks. Gentle punch downs are performed several times a day. Once dry, the must is pressed for settling, then racked clean prior to aging for 12 months on new American and French oak.
Specifications
Vintage: 2015
Barrel Regime: Fermented warm in stainless steel tanks
Appellation: Monterey County
Alcohol: 13.5%
Price Comparison
Not for sale online, $192.00/Case MSRP
About The Winery
Winery: Scheid Family Wines
Owner: Al Scheid
Founded: 1972
Location: Monterey County
Al Scheid first saw untapped potential in Monterey County in 1972 when the wine region was in its infancy. What started as a grape growing operation that sold 100% of its production to other wineries today has evolved into a grapes-to-glass family business that crafts authentic and elegant wines. Our Scheid Family Wines portfolio now includes five unique and distinctive labels: Scheid Vineyards, District 7, Metz Road, VDR and Stokes’ Ghost.
With 12 estate vineyards comprised of 4,000 acres located along a 70-mile spread of the Salinas Valley, the array of microclimates and soils give us an incredible selection to work with each vintage. While our wealth of vineyard resources is exceptional, it is our employees that are at the heart of everything we do. Much of our workforce has been with us for over 25 years, with several of our vineyard managers employed for over 40 years.
The Scheid family – Al, Scott, Heidi and long-time COO Kurt Gollnick – along with our dream team of employees, are passionate about crafting the best wine possible and honoring our commitment to be good stewards of the land and supporters of our local community. We are proud to produce authentic products that sit on your dinner table and invite conversation, connection, and warmth.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2015 Ryder Estate Cuvée 348 Cabernet Sauvignon - $20 = 16.66%
LabRat here! I drink mostly red, primarily Zins, Barberas, Sangiovese, Tempranillos. I do occasionally drink some Pinots as well.
I don’t drink a ton of Cabs. For me this was a very balanced, earthy wine. I didn’t taste the fruit as much as I did the Oak. I noticed the description above notes the fruit but I felt this was way more earthy (but I’m not a professional, this was just what I tasted). I have a number of friends who are very picky about their reds and like something milder. This is definitely something I could drink with them.
@scott0210
Ironic! Also very close to my own lucky numbers. I hit a $3 trifecta at a local race track for $1,700 back in the day. My horses were 3, 6, 8.
I am honored to be a lab rat for the 2015 Ryder Estate Cuvée 348, Monterey County Cabernet Sauvignon. The label is very appealing, but the screw cap (Stelvin closure) makes one suspect that this is a less expensive wine.
I received the wine, but had not been notified of its offer date, so I decided to dive right in, instead of waiting and perhaps having to taste on Friday morning before going to work…not a good option.
Before I start, note that my preferred style of wine is new-world, highly extracted oak monster. Think Caymus, Austin Hope, Red Schooner, and in fact, the last couple of evenings we had a bottle of Mollydooker Boxer…so there you go.
As for the wine we are to review. The Ryder Estate is easy-open, not a strong odor on opening, but what there was, was pleasant fruit. We poured a couple of small portions into wide Cabernet glasses (from the dollar store). The color was somewhat translucent with a ruby, going toward maroon color with a rim looking like dark amber maple syrup. The legs were wide, reminiscent of a wine with abv much higher than the 13.5% shown on the label.
Good mouthfeel at the front of the palate, SWMBO said; “like a port”. Drying tannins throughout, and good flavor, not harsh on the finish. The problem for me was that the mid-palate was terribly disappointing…not much at all, except the drying tannins. This reminded me of what, for me is the worst of old-world. (Sister-in-law stopped by (not a red (or real) wine drinker) says;”I’ve had worse”.)
OK, will it improve? I ate some Swiss cheese and some generic wavy potato chips with French onion dip…yeah, international cuisine, and poured the Ryder through the Vinturi four times, all the while sipping to see if I enjoyed the wine more, but alas, I did not. It just seemed to get flatter. I did get the email later this evening telling me that the Ryder won’t go up until Monday, so I can leave it overnight on the counter and try it again tomorrow evening. ‘Til then…
So, the next evening, the Ryder smells of alcohol and some fruit, it tastes very old-world to me, not my preferred style. Those tasting with me tried some aged cheddar cheese, which really upped the fruit…nice! Radishes, not so much.
In conclusion. I’m not going to buy any, but if you’re an old-world type of wine drinker, and if the price is right; we’re thinking $10 - $12, you might want to get a few.
Tasting Notes
Our Cabernet Sauvignon is a fruit-driven wine boasting ripe plum, cassis, and dark chocolate aromas. The rich black fruit flavors are deep and concentrated with notes of tarragon and vanilla. The soft, integrated tannins lead into a balanced and elegant finish with a hint of lingering sweet oak.
Vintage and Winemaker Notes
In 1938, when our founder Al Scheid was 6 years old, his dad and grandpa took him to the Carolton Bar in Bridgeport, Ohio. Grandpa said to choose three numbers and he’d bet a dime on them. Al gave him 3, 4 and 8. The numbers wone and Al was handed $5. To this day, 3, 4 and 8 are his lucky numbers.
Vineyard
The grapes for our Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced from two sustainably farmed estate vineyards situated in southern Monterey County, part of California’s renowned Central Coast. This region experiences warm, sunny days followed by strong winds in the late afternoon and very chilly nights. The wide day-to-night temperature differential results in grapes that achieve fully ripened, well-developed varietal flavors with balanced acidity.
Winemaking
At the winery, the fruit is carefully sorted then destemmed, crushed, and fermented warm in stainless steel tanks. Gentle punch downs are performed several times a day. Once dry, the must is pressed for settling, then racked clean prior to aging for 12 months on new American and French oak.
Specifications
Price Comparison
Not for sale online, $192.00/Case MSRP
About The Winery
Winery: Scheid Family Wines
Owner: Al Scheid
Founded: 1972
Location: Monterey County
Al Scheid first saw untapped potential in Monterey County in 1972 when the wine region was in its infancy. What started as a grape growing operation that sold 100% of its production to other wineries today has evolved into a grapes-to-glass family business that crafts authentic and elegant wines. Our Scheid Family Wines portfolio now includes five unique and distinctive labels: Scheid Vineyards, District 7, Metz Road, VDR and Stokes’ Ghost.
With 12 estate vineyards comprised of 4,000 acres located along a 70-mile spread of the Salinas Valley, the array of microclimates and soils give us an incredible selection to work with each vintage. While our wealth of vineyard resources is exceptional, it is our employees that are at the heart of everything we do. Much of our workforce has been with us for over 25 years, with several of our vineyard managers employed for over 40 years.
The Scheid family – Al, Scott, Heidi and long-time COO Kurt Gollnick – along with our dream team of employees, are passionate about crafting the best wine possible and honoring our commitment to be good stewards of the land and supporters of our local community. We are proud to produce authentic products that sit on your dinner table and invite conversation, connection, and warmth.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Thursday, July 18th - Monday, July 22nd
Ryder Estate Cuvée 348 Cabernet Sauvignon
6 bottles for $59.99 $10/bottle + $1.33/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $99.99 $8.33/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2015 Ryder Estate Cuvée 348 Cabernet Sauvignon
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2015 Ryder Estate Cuvée 348 Cabernet Sauvignon - $20 = 16.66%
Mulled over the Kunde offer. This not so much
LabRat here! I drink mostly red, primarily Zins, Barberas, Sangiovese, Tempranillos. I do occasionally drink some Pinots as well.
I don’t drink a ton of Cabs. For me this was a very balanced, earthy wine. I didn’t taste the fruit as much as I did the Oak. I noticed the description above notes the fruit but I felt this was way more earthy (but I’m not a professional, this was just what I tasted). I have a number of friends who are very picky about their reds and like something milder. This is definitely something I could drink with them.
Old Al picked his lucky numbers at a bar in Ohio but he cant sell his wine here
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@scott0210 LOL!!!
@scott0210
Ironic! Also very close to my own lucky numbers. I hit a $3 trifecta at a local race track for $1,700 back in the day. My horses were 3, 6, 8.
I am honored to be a lab rat for the 2015 Ryder Estate Cuvée 348, Monterey County Cabernet Sauvignon. The label is very appealing, but the screw cap (Stelvin closure) makes one suspect that this is a less expensive wine.
I received the wine, but had not been notified of its offer date, so I decided to dive right in, instead of waiting and perhaps having to taste on Friday morning before going to work…not a good option.
Before I start, note that my preferred style of wine is new-world, highly extracted oak monster. Think Caymus, Austin Hope, Red Schooner, and in fact, the last couple of evenings we had a bottle of Mollydooker Boxer…so there you go.
As for the wine we are to review. The Ryder Estate is easy-open, not a strong odor on opening, but what there was, was pleasant fruit. We poured a couple of small portions into wide Cabernet glasses (from the dollar store). The color was somewhat translucent with a ruby, going toward maroon color with a rim looking like dark amber maple syrup. The legs were wide, reminiscent of a wine with abv much higher than the 13.5% shown on the label.
Good mouthfeel at the front of the palate, SWMBO said; “like a port”. Drying tannins throughout, and good flavor, not harsh on the finish. The problem for me was that the mid-palate was terribly disappointing…not much at all, except the drying tannins. This reminded me of what, for me is the worst of old-world. (Sister-in-law stopped by (not a red (or real) wine drinker) says;”I’ve had worse”.)
OK, will it improve? I ate some Swiss cheese and some generic wavy potato chips with French onion dip…yeah, international cuisine, and poured the Ryder through the Vinturi four times, all the while sipping to see if I enjoyed the wine more, but alas, I did not. It just seemed to get flatter. I did get the email later this evening telling me that the Ryder won’t go up until Monday, so I can leave it overnight on the counter and try it again tomorrow evening. ‘Til then…
So, the next evening, the Ryder smells of alcohol and some fruit, it tastes very old-world to me, not my preferred style. Those tasting with me tried some aged cheddar cheese, which really upped the fruit…nice! Radishes, not so much.
In conclusion. I’m not going to buy any, but if you’re an old-world type of wine drinker, and if the price is right; we’re thinking $10 - $12, you might want to get a few.
Great QPR at retail here.
@Winedavid49
Sooo… get off the schneid and get on the Scheid?
@chipgreen @Winedavid49
I really need to pull something from that mixed white offer, from back in '11!!!
@chipgreen
@chipgreen hah, yes!