Dehlinger Frei Road Vineyard
Frei Brothers
Reserve Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Great wine for the price from Alexander Valley. First time we had the 2009 but was just as good as the 2006 (hidden value at the liquor store up the road). — 13 years ago
with Jessica
Benovia
La Pommeraie Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2014
Benovia is so awesome. Really well made wines. One of the very few Pinot producers that I really enjoy (not being a fan of Pinot Noir)
First time trying this producer. Need to try some more @Tracy Hall
Dehlinger Winery
Frei Road Syrah 2012
Full bodied and rich yet so balanced — 7 years ago
Ferren Wines
Frei Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015
An Xmas gift from a close friend @Bill Bender - thank you so much, Bill.
The nose is bright and boisterous, which oozes red currants and cinnamon. On the palate, this presents just like a contemporary burg. Light on its feet. Soft, round tannins with a lovely interplay of relaxed acid. Finishes with delicacy and elegance.
We are really looking forward to securing a 2019 allocation from the winery. — 7 years ago
with Anne-marie
Very nice, Ron. I’ve got a couple but never tried them. Love the winemaker. Glad to hear you think it’s a winner.
Beautiful producer of new world Pinot.
Shay A
This 2017 is less opulent, more compact, and tightly coiled compared to the 2016. Because of that, I followed this wine over two days.
On day one, this was tart and tangy…almost steely and too powerful. Day two saw this blossom and expand on the palate. The tart/tangy vibe is still there but it’s accompanied by a deep richness. Everything about this Chardonnay is lemon driven…lemon oil, lemon scone, powdered lemon tart bar, especially on the nose. There is a nervy vein of acidity at the core carrying notes of pineapple and white peach, but never pushed too far to the ripe side. One of those wines that retains freshness with the richness. If popping now, decant 1-2hrs or hold another few years, and enjoy the 2016 before opening this 2017! — 4 years ago