Dry Creek Vineyard Red Bordeaux Blend Dry Creek Valley Meritage (2007)
| Winery: | Dry Creek Vineyard |
| Region: | USA » California » Sonoma County » Dry Creek Valley |
| Type: | Table Wines |
Dry Creek Vineyard
The history of Dry Creek Vineyard is a long and colorful one. Founded in 1972 by David S. Stare, Dry Creek Vineyard paved the way for a renaissance of winemaking and viticulture in the Dry Creek Valley. Before his arrival, the Dry Creek Valley was little more than a few family farms and prune orchards. It was Dave’s vision to start a Loire Valley inspired winery that reintroduced consumers to the wines of northern Sonoma County. Without a doubt, David Stare is a pioneer. Heading west in the late 1960s, Dave personified the character and work ethic of early Gold Rush pioneers. Educated at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Dave worked for the B&O Railroad for several years but quickly realized that his true calling was in the wine industry. Inspired by his trips to the Loire Valley, Dave headed west to California to start his own family winery. Upon his arrival, Dave began taking winemaking classes at UC Davis as a graduate student. On the weekends, he spent time looking at vineyard Read more »
Wonderfully not overoaked, teeth staining purple. Cassis, dark red fruits, not too fruity. bettter than most Bordeaux at this price.
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November 2007
Frick Winery Syrah Dry Creek Valley Owl Hill Vineyard 2000
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October 2007
Ridge Syrah Dry Creek Valley Lytton West Vineyard 2004
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Dee-lish-ous! Had the 2003 some time ago and it left such an impression that I've been trying to find other years just to compare. Wonderfully full, smooth body, medium-sized nose full of fruit. The best example of a really good zinfandel that I've experienced. Read More
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September 2007
Ridge Syrah Dry Creek Valley Lytton West Vineyard 1999
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This is one of my favorites, its an elegant blend. Read More
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September 2007
Dry Creek Vineyard Zinfandel Sonoma County Old Vine 2004
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August 2007
Dry Creek Vineyard Fumé Blanc Sonoma County Reserve 2005
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crisp citrusy cheap Read More
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