Winemaker Notes
Expressive Cabernet with juicy fruit notes, fine tannins and a muscular mid-palate. Layered flavors of plums, dark cherry and vanilla. Expect a long and balanced finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Aromas of black currants, ripe plums and blackberries with touches of cedar, dried herbs and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied with a smooth, generous mouthfeel, firmly framed tannins and balanced acidity. Plenty to like, with good freshness.
The name, Raeburn, is an Old English word that means, "the river where one drinks." A fitting nod to those who prefer to slow down to observe, appreciate and flourish in nature's surroundings.
To Raeburn, it's more than just a name—it's an invitation to pull up a chair, pour a glass, and let the world drift by. They don't try to outsmart the land. Instead, they follow the lead of the pastoral Sonoma County region, tending the vineyards with the same quiet attentiveness as the Great Egret that calls this place home. By keeping things simple and working in harmony with nature, each bottle captures that effortless, sun-drenched feeling of a perfect afternoon by the water.
Guided by Nature's Rhythm Raeburn wines are elegant, lush, and balanced, crafted to express the pure character of each varietal. Drawn from the finest vineyards across Sonoma County and the Russian River Valley, they are made for those who want to slow down, savor the moment, and connect with the world around them.
While Sonoma County is acclaimed—and rightfully so—for its Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, and Zinfandels, it also produces exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the region’s 18 American Viticultural Areas, only a handful produce top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon. These appellations include Alexander Valley, Knights Valley, Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley. Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignons made in these appellations can offer a complex array of aromas and flavors. Fruit notes such as blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis, black cherry and raspberry often are accompanied by hints of graphite, dusty earth, cigar box, toast and vanilla. The varietal has a rich history in Sonoma, and some of these Cabernet Sauvignons and Cabernet-based blends rival the best from Napa Valley.