Pinot Noir
We decided not to make Pinot for a few years because it was such a hot varietal and we have an aversion to all things trendy. Now that it has come back down to earth a bit, we’re finally back in the mood. Go lightly, we didn’t make much.
2009 Bennett Valley Pinot Noir
Gold Medal, 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Quick Taste
- 75 cases made
- bright, pure and smooth
- $30/bottle
Tom's notes
It has been a few years since our last Pinot Noir and the wait was well worth it. This is a complex, refreshing Pinot that is delicious to drink now and will also improve in bottle over the next five years. The aromas show beautiful strawberry, cola, cranberry and hard candy notes. The flavors are bright, pure and refreshing with juicy berry notes, herb, rhubarb, strawberry and stone. Smooth rich texture and a long finish.
Syrah
It’s only a matter of time before someone makes a movie extolling the many virtues of Syrah. Until then, we’ll keep spreading the good word ourselves as a public service.
2007 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Syrah
Gold Medal, 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Quick Taste
- 95 cases made
- dark, concentrated, super rich
- $28/bottle
Tom's notes
Wow, this is serious and delicious Syrah. Super dark and concentrated with a heady nose of bacon, chocolate, black cherry, anise and toasty oak notes. Dense and super rich in the mouth with a core of dark fruit followed by lush vanilla, black cherry, cassis and herb and mineral notes. Classic Syrah characteristics turned up to 11.
Zinfandel
Those who profess not to like Zin probably don’t care for barbeques, baseball or apple pie either. Be patriotic... about Zinfandel.
2008 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel
Gold Medal 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Quick Taste
- 225 cases made
- rich, juicy, classic Zin
- $26/bottle
Tom's notes
Soft and supple with a pure core of plum, dark berry and cracked pepper. Classic Zin with great rich fruit and texture balanced by juicy acidity. Plum, red cherry, herb and licorice notes linger on the finish. Very drinkable now.
2008 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Zinfandel
Gold Medal 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Quick Taste
- 200 cases made
- dense, rich, bright
- $26/bottle
Tom's notes
A new addition to our Zin portfolio, the Windsor Oaks strikes a great balance between richness and bright juiciness. The aromas show notes of cherry hard candy, plum, and dark berries. In the mouth this is dense and rich with pure Zin flavors of berries and black pepper as well as notes of cola, vanilla and spice. The finish is long and bright, echoing the flavors of plum, cola and baking spice flavors..
2007 Madder Lake Vineyard Lake County Zinfandel
Quick Taste
- 350 cases made
- boysenberry, long, lush
- $30/bottle
Tom's notes
Boysenberry in every way (pie, jam and syrup) along with notes of blackberry, blueberry, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, orange peel, vanilla and toasty oak. Rich boysenberry and blueberry flavors are backed by spice, cocoa and hints of mineral, maple syrup and rhubarb. Long, lush and rich, supported by full, ripe tannins.
Sauvignon Blanc
Considering all those ominous global climate predictions, we're guessing that a crisp white wine will increasingly hit the spot. Enjoy Jus Soli wines in any season, in any climate.
2009 Dry Creek Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Silver Medal 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Quick Taste
- 250 cases made
- bright, crisp, engaging
- $20/bottle
Tom's notes
Beautifully bright with an enticing nose of grapefruit, cut grass and lemon curd. Bright and light in the mouth showing crisp and refreshing flavors of citrus, mineral and herb. An engaging Sauvignon Blanc that will keep you coming back for each refreshing sip.