Tasted through some wines quickly from Dry Creek Vineyards located oddly enough in Dry Creek Valley Sonoma. The wines have always been consistent, not in love with their labels but I am not a boater by any means so maybe its just lost on me.
Fume Blanc 2006 One of the few wineries that still use the designation instead of Sauvignon Blanc. Pink grapefruit, not that heavy citrus you get from New Zealand. A touch herbal and nice roundness.
Chardonnay 2005 Pretty straw color 75% malo but surprisingly crisp, a touch of vanilla on the nose but very light. A pleasant surprise for California Chardonnay
Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Very nice grip on the front . maybe a touch too much oak. cassis and lead pencil definitely
Mariner Dry Creek Meritage 2004 I had tried this a month or so ago and didnt care for it. same this time. cola colored, very heavy tannin not smooth at all. not as bad as last time but I still would like to see more fruit. All 5 bordeaux varietals used which would lead one to believe it would be smoother.
Endeavour Dry Creek 89% Cab 11% Merlot Much stronger fruit and balance to me. very pretty and approachable. I will have this in the store soon.
Thanks.
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