Vie Mélange Maison I
Savory and juicy on the palate, raspberry, crisp fat, pencil lead, and thyme knit smoothly together. Highly Recommended. 91 points.
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.
Dutton Goldfield Redwood Ridge Pinot Noir
Fresh, tart, complex, and made for food, drink with duck confit. Highly Recommended. 92 points.
Dutton Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir
Opulent and voluptuous, fine red fruits, strawberry, raspberry, with a black fruit background, make a gorgeous palate. Highly Recommended. 95 points.
Dutton Goldfield “Deviate” Pinot Noir
Opulent and supple on the palate, plums and black cherries are joined on the mid-palate by black raspberries. Highly Recommended. 93 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
Rodney Strong Reserve Merlot
Cherries dominate on the palate, with dark chocolate and raspberries joining on the mid-palate. Recommended. 89 points.