Robller Vineyard Winery

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Oct 18, 2018

Favorite Wine: Norton

Jerry, the owner’s son, went out of his way to accommodate our fifth visit. Each time the experience just tops the last. Picked up a case of their 2014 Old Vine (25 years old vines) Norton which will continue to age well in bottle. Uniquely, this wine was aged for 24 months in both Missouri Chinkapin and White oak barrels making for a smooth tasting Norton example. The offerings of Vidal, Vignoles, Seyval, Traminette, an impressive dry St. Vincent Rose, Chambourcin, Norton and other blends make this a Missouri standard for wineries. This winery stands with our top three Missouri Norton wineries.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Apr 29, 2012

Favorite Wine: Le Trompier Noir and Norton

Went back to Robller after our first visit several years ago. Apparently my tastes have matured or my horizons have expanded. I really liked the wines this time. Very much so. I liked every one of their dry reds. Hard to choose but my favorite was either the Le Trompier Noir or their elegant, spicy Norton. As so many others have said here, the family is a real privelege to meet and be in their presence.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Dec 03, 2011

Favorite Wine: Vignoles

Definitely off the beaten path, but well worth the extra drive. The staff was nice, and the place definitely had the feel of a family run operation. A nice old boxer named Duke kept us company while we enjoyed a bottle on the patio. Beautiful view.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Nov 05, 2011

Favorite Wine: Le Trompier Noir

I've been encouraged for years to visit this winery located outside of New Haven, and I'm glad I went on my birthday. Robller is an incredible place, with a knowledgeable and friendly staff, terrific wine, great vibe. Jerry, the winemaker's son, not only loves wine, but drinks wine, appreciates wine, collects wine, and is passionate about wine. It shows. His enthusiasm for all of his offerings even resulted in my tasting whites (which I seldom do, barring a Traminette). He's very proud of the great wine they make, and rightfully so. They're sold out of Norton, but the taste he offered of the 2010 vintage was incredibly supple, rich, and elegant. Great wines for aging, with the potential to put away for 10-20 years, but also good for drinking now.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Jul 02, 2009

Nice Family owners. The son-in-law doing the tastings and narrations was very entertaining. However, I just didn't really care for the wines. I think the winemaker is going for a certain style that apparently isn't what I am looking for. All of the wines seemed to have an undertone of a pungent earthy flavor and smell. For me, at least, this trait distracted from the wines We purchased a sweet red called Kasselfest that my wife liked. But this wine, too, had a hint of the earthy, (moldy?) undertone.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Apr 04, 2009

Husband loved the Traminette. Very nice and helpful staff. Beautiful winery. Would be great for events.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Jun 20, 2007

Favorite Wine: Villa Rouge for its versatility, Traminette for sipping

I was impressed with the outgoing staff and the wide variety of reasonably priced wines. Then I attended their BBQ and Blues in June, and Reggae Sunsplash Festival last August and had a blast. Someone wrote a great article about them at: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/258238/robller_vineyard_winery_in_new_haven.html

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Apr 28, 2007

staff was very helpful. bought cases on sale, and some traminette.