Dry Creek Vineyard

Wilson Ranch Dry Chenin Blanc

9.074 ratings
9.05 pro ratings
Clarksburg, Central Valley, California, USA
Chenin Blanc
Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Potato, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Fruit Desserts, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pungent Cheese, Squash & Root Vegetables, Goat & Feta Cheese, Cheddar & Gruyere, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Nuts & Seeds, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Shellfish, Sweet Potato
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

Straw yellow with aromas of tropical fruits and sweet floral scents. The palate shows peach flavors with citrus zest and some grassy earth notes, not as dry as the label indicates. Some alcohol burn with vivid acidity brings this wine to a medium length finish. Ok but not great.

Straw yellow with aromas of tropical fruits and sweet floral scents. The palate shows peach flavors with citrus zest and some grassy earth notes, not as dry as the label indicates. Some alcohol burn with vivid acidity brings this wine to a medium length finish. Ok but not great.

Aug 26th, 2017
Tim Burgess

Aromatic with lime, tropical fruits of mango, papaya & hints of pineapple on the palate, crisp acidity and mineralogy. Mouthwatering long finish & complexity. Very balanced. Perfect on a warm summer evening.

Aromatic with lime, tropical fruits of mango, papaya & hints of pineapple on the palate, crisp acidity and mineralogy. Mouthwatering long finish & complexity. Very balanced. Perfect on a warm summer evening.

Jun 25th, 2016
Randy Fuller

The wine has a nice bit of golden color, and a truly amazing nose. Aromas of minerals and citrus come with a fanfare from the glass. The scent of fresh limes is delightful. Green apple and peach notes have a bit of a struggle getting through that mineral-driven wall. The palate displays the tart apple and lime flavors best, with a freshness which rivals that of the nose.

The wine has a nice bit of golden color, and a truly amazing nose. Aromas of minerals and citrus come with a fanfare from the glass. The scent of fresh limes is delightful. Green apple and peach notes have a bit of a struggle getting through that mineral-driven wall. The palate displays the tart apple and lime flavors best, with a freshness which rivals that of the nose.

Aug 13th, 2015
Erik Helms

Sommelier/Wine & Beer Buyer Whole Foods Oakland

8.9

Dry! Tropical fruits, moderate+ acid, slight floral palate blended with the grapefruit. Reminds of a kiwi sauv blanc without the gripping acid.

Dry! Tropical fruits, moderate+ acid, slight floral palate blended with the grapefruit. Reminds of a kiwi sauv blanc without the gripping acid.

Jul 8th, 2015
Chris Paul

Wine Educator Copain Wines

8.8

Bone dry. Very floral on the nose. Classic hints of honey and citrus.

Bone dry. Very floral on the nose. Classic hints of honey and citrus.

Apr 11th, 2015
Bill Smart

Marketing/Communication, Dry Creek Vineyard

10

Warm sunny days call for delicious Chenin Blanc. #fridayfun #wine

Warm sunny days call for delicious Chenin Blanc. #fridayfun #wine

Jan 30th, 2015
Laurelyn Wolf

Really great with or without food. Last@glass@still tasted nice after 2 weeks in the fridge.

Really great with or without food. Last@glass@still tasted nice after 2 weeks in the fridge.

Oct 9th, 2017
Andy Hartwick

Crisp, dry, great for summer.

Crisp, dry, great for summer.

Aug 6th, 2017
S T
9.3

Fragrant citrus
Crisp and fresh, balanced mineral content

Fragrant citrus
Crisp and fresh, balanced mineral content

Feb 10th, 2017
Nick Berry

Delicious. Less sweet than in years past bringing a nicer balance to this wine. very enjoyable for warm weather with lost of nice fruit in the nose and pallet. Good price at around ~$12. Unique and interesting indeed for California, a nice diversion from Chard, Sauv, Gris, and Rhones- bravo Sacramento Delta!

Delicious. Less sweet than in years past bringing a nicer balance to this wine. very enjoyable for warm weather with lost of nice fruit in the nose and pallet. Good price at around ~$12. Unique and interesting indeed for California, a nice diversion from Chard, Sauv, Gris, and Rhones- bravo Sacramento Delta!

Oct 9th, 2016