Oak Ridge Winery

La Rioja Alta

Reserva Viña Ardanza Rioja Tempranillo Garnacha 2012

This is spectacular. That roughness that is characteristic of Rioja is prominent but exists alongside a beautifully dry, luscious dark cherry 🍒 and oak flavour. And even with all its complexity, it’s a nice sipper too. — 18 days ago

Gillian Koh
with Gillian
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Hirsch Vineyards

East Ridge Pinot Noir 2012

Rustic and hearty and a little bit boxy until it loosens. It's shy aromatically. Earthy, bing cherries, prunes, and crushed rosemary.

Tannin, structure, and acid seem intact when a little give would do.

Cali wildness that doesn't feel quite as psychedelic as the Chardonnay (see previous note)
— 2 months ago

Paul, Jay and 9 others liked this
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For what it is subdued review?
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Trefethen Family Vineyards

Oak Knoll District Merlot

Mike drank. Smooth tannins. Fruity. Light kitchen spices. — 3 months ago

Mike Galat
with Mike
Charlie liked this
Sheila G.

Sheila G.

At Berns steakhouse.

R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2011

In its prime, tannins are rounded, good body. Just a little too much vanilla/oak for my taste. — 4 months ago

Tom and Ira liked this

Pine Ridge Vineyards

Clarksburg Chenin Blanc + Viognier Blend

Really good and smooth. Very drinkable with or without food — 5 months ago

Ridge Vineyards

Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Almond butter. — a month ago

Andrew, jesus and 1 other liked this

Pine Ridge Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Delicious Sauvignon Blanc - dry with citrus notes. Would get this again. — 2 months ago

Ridge Vineyards

Geyserville Alexander Valley Zinfandel Blend 2023

Somm David T
9.3

This is my favorite Zinfindel blend from Ridge. I like it/them more with 8-10 years of bottle age. But this 2023 drank very well young. One of the best current releases I’ve had in a while. Fresh as it was very recently bottled! 93+ in time.

Sirloin Steak was tip top.

Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2025.

The ticket to this event has a pretty big price tag. But when you consider what a Napa etc. tasting or two and lunch would cost you, you are pretty much there and there is so much more than that. It ends up having great value. It’s wine, spirits and food candy land.
— 3 months ago

Jay, Scott@Mister and 10 others liked this

Beaux Frères

The Upper Terrace Pinot Noir 2021

Probably still a little young, but otherwise a really great bottle. Dark transparent ruby, with a woody-er edge to it. Some cherry pie, herbs, baking spices and tar aromas. Strong structure, making it feel young. Pretty large body for an Oregon Pinot! Going to age well for awhile. — 4 months ago

Jillian Varner
with Jillian
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Turley

Rattlesnake Ridge Howell Mountain Zinfandel 2021

Paul K
9.1

Between 91-92. Big, dense, peppery, and fun for a not a usually Zin guy. Has boysenberry, blueberry, soy, and funk. Pretty good balance if you don’t consider the fruit. 😉 — 5 months ago

Tom, Rick and 10 others liked this

Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Deep ruby color. Aromas of cassis, blackberry and boysenberry with hints of mocha. Licorice, dark chocolate and oak flavors. — 5 months ago

Tom, Tom and 6 others liked this

Ridge Vineyards

Lytton Springs Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Blend 2022

Lovely with a long decant — 2 months ago

Tom liked this

Trefethen Family Vineyards

Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Block 296. Deep purple. Earthy. Dry. Dark fruit. Just opened it. May open up to be lighter. — 2 months ago

Charlie liked this

Hirsch Vineyards

West Ridge Pinot Noir 2014

Perfection. So glad I laid this one down. — 3 months ago

Flowers Vineyard & Winery

Sea View Ridge Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir

Nice but subdued overall. Expected more for the price. — 3 months ago

Trefethen Family Vineyards

Oak Knoll District Chardonnay 2023

Beautiful and light on its feet. Dry - very well made! Fantastic fruit. Very fresh. Honey. Meyer lemon, mandarine, just a faint touch of 1,1,6-trimethyl-1,2-dihydronaphthalene (TDN) aka Diesel. Touch bitter on the back palate. As a chemist i just had to bring this up. At 24 suns in Oceanside. 2 Michelin Chefs cooking. Grab this bargain before it is gone!!!!!! — 4 months ago

Tom and Shay liked this

Chateau Montelena

Napa Valley Chardonnay 2022

Really good Chardonnay, strong flavor of green apple and hints of lemon. Well balanced with oak. No butter flavor which leaves this very crisp. — 4 months ago

Trefethen Family Vineyards

Oak Knoll District Dry Riesling 2023

Bright silver/gold color. Aromas of lemon candy, apple, white flowers and lime. Expressive flavors of lemon, tropical fruit, Granny Smith apple and peaches. Hint of fresh herbs on the medium-plus finish. Mouth watering acidity and excellent balance. Pleasant mouthfeel and aftertaste. So flavorful, bold and well crafted. Heard very good things about Trefethen Dry Riesling and I am glad I finally tried it. Unique Riesling style. — 5 months ago

Austin, Tom and 3 others liked this