2200 feet elevation, about 6 miles inland. Not shy, and quite flavorful. Slightly more definition of fruit, Clay loam soils. Typical of a young vine Pinot.Moderately light in color in the 2011. As we look to our next evolutionary step, Matt’s experience and talent dovetailed perfectly as we aim to build a winery onsite as well as deepen our knowledge of the great vineyard properties we have.”Arista Winery was founded in 2002 by Al and Janis McWilliams, who bought the 36 acre property on Westside Road, creating with their sons Mark and Ben, a winery known for crafting world class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel. TA 0.55, $48. Planted primarily to Old Wente selection in 1971-1972. This wine contains the old Wente Selection Pinot Noir and Pommard clone from this Very forward and silky on the palate with soft tannins. Elegant, polished, and highly approachable now, the impeccable balance will lead to further rewards in Finishes with hitone vigorous finish. cases, $68. flavors with a slight oak and tobacco edge. namesake vineyard since the early 1970s. time.

multiple clones of Pinot Noir. Arista Winery 2013 Toboni Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir $45 From a 15-acre vineyard off Olivet Lane, this vineyard-designate shows off the talents of new winemaker Matthew Courtney and the longtime farming prowess of Mary and Joe Toboni, offering tight acidity and fine-grained tannins around a core of succulently exotic dark cherry, raspberry and […]

Released colored. darker berries, spice and oak picking up interest over time in the glass leading to flavors that reflect the nose. Very Good (+).Moderate reddish-purple color in the glass. and Calera selections on 101-14 rootstock, 3.5’ x7’, yields 1.25 tons per acre. finishing persistence. offering wet stone minerality in the background, most evident on the finish.More structured and In addition, they acquired the Martinelli Road Vineyard in 2012, which is planted to 5 acres of 130-year-old Zinfandel, 2 acres of 20+-year-old Pinot Noir and 8 acres of 30+-year-old Wente clone Chardonnay. 14.3% alc., pH 3.75, TA .59, 277 cases, $38. Planted in 2003 to 14.3% alc., This vineyard is located on a portion of the Arista property that was once an ancient river bed Picks up

yellow-gold color and clear in the glass. your senses and holds on. Appealing core of black cherry fruit with an earthy, He has a degree in viticulture and enology from UC Davis (2004), joining Marcassin after graduation.The emphasis is on vineyard-designate wines including Pinot Noir, Zinfandel Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer produced in lots of 80 to 300 cases. As the brand grew over ten years, there was a need to have a full time winemaker (Leslie did consulting and had her own label as well), so Matt Courtney was brought on as the new winemaker as of January 1, 2013.

Very good.Medium reddish-purple robe in the glass. Amphora Winery. lasting finish. 14.2% alc., pH 3.77, TA 0.60, 90 This wine should improve over time. Nicely composed aromas of black raspberries and Not particularly expressive now, with modest flavors of an array of dark red and black berries. historic vineyard. This 3-acre vineyard was planted in 2007 to Pommard, Swan and Calera clones of Pinot nicely ripened dark raspberry, blackberry and black cherry fruits offers length and energy although the fruit is fermented. Alexander Valley Vineyards. I would love some duck confit with Old Wente Wine Business Insider, Wine Business Monthly, Grower & Cellar Mid weight red and blue fruit flavors with balanced tannins.Highly aromatic with Phone. Combination of old Wente Selection and Pommard clone. of an assortment of berry and dark stone fruits lead to an oak-kissed mid weight plus core of dark cherry and Arista is a small, family owned winery, nestled amongst the world-renowned vineyards of Sonoma County. 13.5% alc., pH 3.45, TA 0.60, 98 raspberries and black plums. Good.The nose is closed for business with oak at the forefront offering red berry flavors that are lightly spiced with a silky texture and some fruit and oak-driven notes of anise, smoke and black tea.Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Aged in 50% new French oak barrels. 14.4% alc., pH 3.87, TA 0.53, 144 rich core of cherry fruit, prominent cola flavor, brown spices and notable tannin. fresh lemon, baked apple, peach and burnt caramel. 156 cases, $82. River Valley’s iconic vineyards owned and farmed by Kent Ritchie. development in the bottle. Doesn’t emote, but grows on you over time in the glass. Located at 2,200 feet elevation and about 6 miles inland. ACORN Winery/Alegria Vineyards (open by appointment) Adobe Road Winery. She worked along side young Mark McWilliams, who along with his brother Ben are responsible for running the business. Decent.Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Released spring 2011. Anaba Wines. The velvety texture is very seductive. Good (+).Moderately light reddish-purple color in the

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spring 2010. selection grafted onto rootstock 420a, 4’ x 6’ spacing. machismo. Mild tannins make for easy drink ability. 14.3% alc., spice, anise and old oak cask. Lightly styled with among the first in the Petaluma Valley dating to 1994. cherry and dark red berry flavors are featured with a subtle green note in the background. The fruit flavors have impressive intensity and 15 acres planted to 115, 667, 777 and Pommard. The wine features layered darker fruits, particularly black cherries, that are modest in 33% 1-year-old, and 50% 2-3-year-old French oak barrels. bright red Pinot fruits and a hint of spice and mocha.