Aubert

Eastside Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2016

Norman Gennaro

9.2

I like these a lot but no more holding. Lacking a bit of punch. I’m late on these. — 16 days ago

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Ron R

Yep, that’s my observation, Aubert and in general Napa chards beyond 7-8 years of age are flakey.

Emeritus Vineyards

Hallberg Ranch Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2020

Tracy Byrnes

9.4

Loving this vineyard!! Rich fruit. — a month ago

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Bedrock Wine Co.

Old Vine Zinfandel 2023

Doug Powers

9.1

Very fresh, lively, primarily redfruited aromas and flavors, some spicy notes as well, super nicely balanced, great acid, shows admirable restraint, should age nicely midterm (5-10 years?), very good “entry level” Zinfandel, long finish!! I’d read that the 2023 Zins, grown in a relatively cooler year, had a very long growing season, with excellent acidity, and I’d say this shows all of those characteristics. Morgan nailed this, it was great to finally meet his “adult” version, my wife and I first met him about 35 years ago at a ZAP event at Ravenswood hosted by his father Joel. — a month ago

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Rochioli

Estate Grown Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2021

Tom Jenkins

9.2

Silky smooth, soft fruits. Hint of leather, cherries - maybe strawberries. Beautiful. — 17 days ago

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Sonoma-Cutrer

Russian River Ranches Chardonnay 2023

Randy Fuller

9.4

This wine is straw yellow in color. Its nose gives aromas of pear and apple, with lemon coming in behind. There is a hint of oak in the bouquet. The palate brings the citrus minerality to the forefront to play with the fruit flavors. Acidity is bright, but not overpowering. The wine finishes a bit oakier than the nose would have suggested, but it is a pleasurable hit of oak spice. I paired mine with buttery potato pierogies and a carrot risotto dish, and was quite pleased. — a month ago

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