151 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma
Chalk Hill Pinot Gris Sonoma 2009
94 Points

Chalk Hill Pinot Gris Sonoma 2009

Rich and generous, the 2009 Pinot Gris carries aromas of pear, apricot, honeysuckle and nutmeg. The flavors include apple pie, honey, almond and brioche. As in keeping with past vintages, this is a full-bodied, opulent version of Pinot Gris.

Read Full Review
AP Vin Pinot Noir Ridgetop Vyd  2010
96 Points

AP Vin Pinot Noir Ridgetop Vyd  2010

A dense, rich, full-bodied style, with aromas of fresh raspberry cobbler and strawberry shortcake. On the palate it features dazzling Christmas spice, ripe black cherry, rhubarb and dark raspberry flavors with a silky smooth texture and billowy tannins.

Read Full Review
97 Points

Chateau Boswell Chardonnay Braughton 2005

Rich and creamy on the palate, this Chardonnay offers notes of citrus intertwined with vanilla, minerals, lemon oil, and honeysuckle as well as great delineation for its massive size. Ultra-smooth and succulent, a symphony of ripe tropical fruit flavors with a hint of Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the remarkable finish that lasts for...

Read Full Review
Audelssa Cabernet Blend Summit 2005
94 Points

Audelssa Cabernet Blend Summit 2005

The 2005 Summit, a Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, exhibits aromas of roasted herb, black cherries and cassis. In the mouth, lavender, espresso beans, and blackberry are deftly melded together with a hint of dark chocolate on the sultry finish that we savored a full 30 seconds. This...

Read Full Review
94 Points

Chateau Boswell Chardonnay Dutton Ranch 2007

Combining the age-ability of the finest grand cru Burgundy with the full throttle Russian River fruit we adore, this boutique winery s biggest Chardonnay in terms of weight and opulence is sourced from the thirty years old vines of Sebastopol Vineyard and is their smallest (only 228 cases) in production terms. This tour de force...

Read Full Review
Audelssa Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
94 Points

Audelssa Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Features a complex array of dark fruit, cedar, semisweet chocolate, exotic spices, espresso and blackberry flavors…finishing with elegant oak and soft tannins that will drink well tonight or anytime over the next 3 years, peaking in 2011 in our estimate.

Read Full Review
Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2008
96 Points

Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2008

This wine is a powerhouse effort that combines the age-ability of the finest grand cru Burgundy with full throttle, gloriously rich Sonoma Chardonnay fruit. The galaxy of flavors includes luscious vanilla, exotic minerality, honeysuckle, crème brulee, as well as impressive delineation for its opulent style. Ultra-smooth and succulent, a symphony of ripe tropical fruit flavors...

Read Full Review
Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2009
96 Points

Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2009

The Durell vineyard is so distinct, it would certainly be ranked as a Premier Cru if California had such designations. The bouquet is bursting with aromas of tropical fruit, grilled pineapple, and white peach. The palate is rich and opulent, with full layers of lemon cream, green apple, butterscotch, and toasted pastry. Durrell s classic...

Read Full Review
Barnett Pinot Noir Viento Valle 2007
94 Points

Barnett Pinot Noir Viento Valle 2007

Rich and full-bodied, with complex, concentrated wild berry and blackberry fruit that’s focused, with hints of sage and espresso, ending with ripe, integrated tannins and a long finish. Drink now through 2014. Boutique production less than 500 cases.

Read Full Review