87 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '05 Dry Creek Vyd Mariner, a Bordeaux blend, is still very hard in tannins and acid; there are deep flavors of currants, cassis and mocha.

92 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '08 Dry Creek Mariner is a vintage that rises to greatness; it impresses for its dryness, richness, classic structure & intricate flavors of blackberries & black currants.

The Dry Creek Vyd Endeavour is a classy and rich Cabernet; has ripe red fruit flavors and relatively smooth tannins.

90 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '05 Dry Creek Soleil is produced in the Sauternes style; a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, expressing sweet flavors of apricot jam and vanilla and creme brulee.

88 PTS WILFRED WONG. A fine prototype of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, the '01 Dry Creek Vineyard exhibits tart strawberry flavors that linger nicely and elegantly on the palate; great with lamb.

87 PTS WILFRED WONG. Showing a nice combination of red fruit and coconut, the perky '07 Dry Creek Vyd Merlot is a solid example of the varietal; drinks easily.

88 PTS WILFRED WONG. A juicy effort with lots of red currant aromas and flavors, the elegant '98 Dry Creek Vineyard Cabernet is a pleasing with well suited for game birds and lighter meat dishes.

The Dry Creek Vyd Sommers Ranch Zinfandel is a rich, ripe, raspberry-like red; explosive on the palate with excellent richness.

87 PTS WILFRED WONG. A full-flavored style of chardonnay, the '00 Dry Creek Reserve offers ripe citrus flavors and some obvious oaky notes; this is a fine choice for mushroom stuffed chicken wings.

88 PTS WILFRED WONG. Power in the glass, the Dry Creek '02 Reserve Fume Blanc is a mouthfulling wine; somewhat oaky and fairly ripe, this bold style is great with richly flavored seafoods.

A pioneering wine, first planted in 1972 by David Stare in Dry Creek Valley. Today, it remains at the soul of the family winery. Zesty, pure and refreshing. Gold Medal San Diego Competition

86 PTS WILFRED WONG. A supple effort, the '98 Dry Creek Merlot show a pleasing attractive delicate side of this omnipresent varietal; this would be a great choice with a good simple beef burgundy.

California. A light smoky nose with a well-defined fruit backing and burnt wood essences. 14.5% ABV