Sonoma Zinfandel

Banshee

Sonoma County Pinot Noir 2022

2022 vintage. Quickie pickie up at the ole Smart And Final. Beyond serviceable when you "just need a bottle." 3.25.26. — 20 days ago

Neil, Ted and 9 others liked this
Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

A Sonoma County fav.

Kosta Browne

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Cherry, smoke, and cedar with a touch of baking spice and blackberry. Rich and bold. — 3 days ago

Kosta Browne

One Sixteen Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2019

Oak, pear, citrus, mineral, and brioche. — 9 days ago

Ridge Vineyards

East Bench Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2023

Ridge Vineyards Wine Mixer at Thyme Restaurant — 2 months ago

Tom, Peter and 5 others liked this

La Crema

Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023

ESF
8.9

Forgot I had this about 6 months ago — confirming previous note, such great QPR and a real crowd pleaser year in year out — 14 hours ago

Dave, Tom and 2 others liked this

Paul Hobbs

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2023

Paul Hobbs – Pinot Noir / 2023
Russian River Valley AVA – Sonoma County / California / USA 🇺🇸

Overview
100% Pinot Noir from select vineyard sites across the Russian River Valley. A refined, cool-climate expression that balances depth, structure, and elegance, showcasing Paul Hobbs’ precision-driven style.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe red and dark cherry, raspberry, and plum, layered with subtle baking spice, vanilla, and a touch of forest floor. Oak is present but beautifully restrained, more of a whisper than a statement.

Mouthfeel
Medium+ body with a silky, polished texture. Structured yet graceful, with fine tannins and vibrant acidity. The wine moves seamlessly across the palate, fluid, lifted, and balanced.

Food Pairings
Duck breast, roasted chicken, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, or earthy dishes with herbs.

Verdict
A Pinot Noir that bridges complexity and drinkability. Layered and structured, yet effortlessly elegant, this is Russian River precision at a high level.

🍷 Did You Know?
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir owes much of its finesse to diurnal shifts, warm days build ripeness, while cool, foggy nights preserve acidity and aromatic detail.

🍷 Personal Pick
This is where Pinot becomes expressive without trying too hard. The oak is dialed in, the texture is silky, and the balance is spot on. It doesn’t shout, it truly danced in my palate! Cheers!
— 20 days ago

ESF, Andrew and 8 others liked this

Ridge Vineyards

Three Valleys Sonoma County Zinfandel Blend

Well-balanced Zin blend. Some cherry, plum, tartness with a bit of vanilla. Medium to full bodied. Eich, but a relatively short and clean finish. — 11 days ago

Hirsch Vineyards

San Andreas Fault Pinot Noir 2022

Easter joy. 2022 and a reverse sear. — 9 days ago

Neil, Tom and 4 others liked this

Jordan Vineyard & Winery

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997

When your 66 Bdx spills on your 97 cab, you drink it. A beautiful California endangered species. — 10 days ago

Tom, S.S. and 6 others liked this
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Label soaked with 66 Figeac, but contents are beautiful old-school CA cab w low abv and balanced Bordeaux undertones.
Tom Casagrande

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ESF

ESF

good to hear 97 still holding up