Dutton Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir
Racy and fruity, and just a bit rough around the edges. Drink with wild boar sausage. Recommended. 88 points.
Dry Creek Vineyard Heritage Vines Zinfandel
Blackberries, wood smoke, and black pepper roll across the palate in this polished, accessible wine. Some red currant shows on the mid-palate, adding a little zing. This is well- made and well-priced. Drink with short ribs. Recommended. 89 points. DBH
Davis Bynum Jane’s Vineyard Pinot Noir
Raspberry and cranberry roll through the palate, supported by brambles and sage. Recommended. 88 points.
Ridge Vineyards Lytton Estate Petite Sirah
The palate is big, chewy, mouth-filling, with black and blue fruit, molasses, and pepper. Highly Recommended. 93 points.
Ridge Vineyards Pagani Ranch Zinfandel
Buy it a nice steak. It deserves it. Highly Recommended. 94 points.
Ridge Ponzo Zinfandel
Big, fleshy, and full bodied, the palate explodes with a basket full of fruit, blackberries, raspberries, and plums. Highly Recommended. 92 points.
Renato Ratti Battaglione
Fruit-forward and full of zing, this wine begs to be on the table. Recommended. 88 points.
