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"Contemporary Zinfandel has increasingly become more and more defined by alcohol and high ripeness, but here is a happy reminder of the heights that the grape can reach when it is not pushed to the limit. Dense, deep and absolutely loaded with classic berry-like fruit, this wine delivers all of the richness we could want and does so in a nicely balanced package without raisiny compromise. Its lasting finish shows a good spike of tannins and nary a trace of heat, and all signs point to a terrific future...93 points." [2006 Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel] ~ Connoisseur's Guide to California Wine

"Big, rich, plush, pure, elegant, well-concentrated, blackberry, white pepper and vanillin flavors...5 stars and Best of Show." [2005 Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah] ~ Quarterly Review of Wines

"Incisive ripe-cherry fruitiness governs all aspects of this very well-made youngster, while carefully fit oak provides a sweetening boost in richness from beginning to end. Medium-full-bodied and supple in feel with nicely placed acids providing brightness and bounce to its lengthy finish, the wine hints at refinement yet to come and will repay those willing to wait for a few years with a deep and well-polished Pinot Noir that tempts richness with grace...91 points." [2006 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir] ~ Connoisseur's Guide to California Wine

"...brings the same deft touch he displays with Pinot Noir to this lush, elegant wine. It has the structure of a gentle Merlot, but with the wild cherry and raspberry, date nut cake, cocoa, pepper and clove flavors that make it so distinctive and savory. This is consistently one of the best Zins from RRV...92 points." [2006 Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel] ~ Wine Enthusiast

"A slightly sweet and highly seductive nose of spice, sandalwood, fresh red berry fruit and soy notes introduces soft, round, forward and attractively textured barely middle weight flavors that possess an agreeable sappiness on the solidly dry finish. This offers lovely balance and aside from the relatively showy nose, is actually understated and refined plus there is no detectable warmth. In sum, this is pure and delicious without being obvious...90 points." [2006 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir] ~ Burghound

"...plum and creamy, cherry aromas. There is solid, bright red fruit on the palate, which offers grippy tannins and citrus zest on the lingering finish... 2 stars." [2006 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir] ~ San Francisco Chronicle

"Try this as a refreshing alternative to Chardonnay. It's drier and more tart than most RRV Chards, but otherwise is similar in the oak-infused pineapple, peach, pear, orange and spice flavors and rich, creamy texture...90 points." [2006 Shop Blanc Pinot Blanc] ~ Wine Enthusiast

"The wine is rustically spicy, peppery and briary, with sandpaper tannins, but hey, it's Zinfandel, not Cabernet, and it's a really good one. Dry and brawny, it shows rich wild berry, tobacco, tabasco and carob flavors, and will pair well with game, beef tamales or mushu pork...90 points." [2006 Russian River Valley Zinfandel] ~ Wine Enthusiast

"Fresh green pear and pineapple flavors run through this soft, rich wine. It carries its fair share of alcohol, enough to stand up to roast veal...90 points and a Year's Best Chardonnay." [2006 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay] ~ Wine & Spirits

"Black cherry flavors deepen the middle of this wine, while lighter, sweet strawberry flavors brighten the edges. It's soft and round, a clean zin to serve with duck rillettes...90 points." [2006 Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel] ~ Wine & Spirits

"An elegant, complex wine that has good acid but still manages to be juicy Aromas and flavors of black cherry, cherry, herbs and black pepper. Great balance. Long finish...4 stars and Wine of the Week." [2006 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir] ~ Press Democrat

"Bright citrus/juniper fruit with astounding depth without oak or malolactic aromas apparent. About as complete a Chardonnay as you will ever taste. Should compare with the best of Burgundy...Exceptional." [2006 Rued Vineyard Chardonnay] ~ Dan Berger's Vintage Experiences

"Traces of black pepper and violet amid some wild spice and forest floor notes. From an ultra-cool vineyard, it has perfect acidity for aging. Akin to a great Gevrey-Chambertin. Unique. Will be better in a year and will age 10+...Exceptional." [2006 Devil's Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir] ~ Dan Berger's Vintage Experiences

"Just a bit less exotic, with tobacco and Burgundy notes, traces of cumin and dried tarragon. An infant, but will develop...Exceptional." [2006 Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir] ~ Dan Berger's Vintage Experiences

"Deep boysenberry and loganberry fruit with pepper and real depth. One of the best Syrahs I have ever tasted, a wine that wouldn't be overpriced at $75...Exceptional." [2005 Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah] ~ Dan Berger's Vintage Experiences

"A supple, complex, finely flavored Chardonnay, with white peach, roasted nut, lemon peel, toast, and spicy oak aromas/flavors. Long finish...4 stars." [2006 Rued Vineyard Chardonnay] ~ Restaurant Wine

"These are beautifully balanced, finely flavored Pinot Noirs. The Sanchietti bottling is truly excellent: very distinct in character, full bodied, and long on the palate, with intense fruitiness (plum, raspberry, cherry), with overtones of violet, toast, tobacco, and oak. The Freestone Hill is exceptional: a supple, full bodied, crisp, moderately rich wine, with complex flavors (plum, violet, blueberry, toast, tobacco), and a very long finish."
2006 Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir - 4+ stars
2006 Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir - 5 stars
~ Restaurant Wine

Top Thanksgiving Wine. [2006 Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir] ~ USA Today

Top 10 Mother's Day Wine. [2006 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir] ~ NovusVinum.com

Top 10 Summer Wine. [2007 Shop Block Pinot Blanc] ~ NovusVinum.com

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