89 Points - Wine Spectator

2010 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Ellenbach Vineyard

“Offers understated elegance and a subtle mix of blackberry, mineral, wilted rose and raspberry notes, culminating in a detailed, nuanced finish. Drink now through 2021. 200 cases made.” —J.L.

91 Points - Wine Spectator

2009 Pinot Noir Ellenbach Vineyard (Sonoma Coast)

“Very rich and intense, with savory, plush, racy dark berry, black licorice, spice, cedar and mineral flavors. Fullbodied and persistent, with a long, detailed finish, brimming with ripe dark berry fruit. Drink now through 2018. 150 cases made.” —J.L.

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2009 Ellenbach Vineyard Semper Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)

This is a very big, rich, dense Pinot Noir, and some will fault it for having the high alcohol and full body that are characteristic of Cabernet. Nonetheless, this is immensely complex and dramatic, offering wave after wave of concentrated black cherry and red currant, with notes of bacon and sweet oak. Gets better and more attractive as it warms in the glass… — S.H.

95 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2007 Semper Ellenbach Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

Acidity makes the mouth water, tannins provide a firm framework, oak is perfectly integrated, and the depth of fruit is impressive. Shows flavors of cherry tart, raspberry Newton, cola, buttered cinnamon toast and vanilla that are magnificent and decadent. Elegant and classy. Should negotiate through the years through 2014.

92 Points - Wine Spectator

Pinot Noir 2010 Gold Ridge Vineyard (Russian River Valley)

“Rich, intense and vibrant, built around vivid blackberry, wild berry and raspberry, with fine-grained tannins giving the flavors traction and length. Drink now through 2020. 180 cases made.” —J.L.

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2009 Gold Ridge Vineyard Semper Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley)

If the first duty of a wine is to be delicious, this Pinot more than lives up to the obligation. It doesn’t show the delicacy or silkiness of a classic Russian River Pinot Noir, being a little heavy and full-bodied. But it’s fabulously rich and opulent, offering a tapestry of berry, mocha, spice and smoky oak notes. Soft, smooth tannins and crisp acids add to the… — S.H.

92 Points - Wine Spectator Insider

2009 Gold Ridge Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

“From the moment you pick up the bottle, you sense this is a special (read expensive) wine.”

Wine Enthusiast Cover

Our 2007 Gold Ridge Pinot Noir made the cover shot of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s March 2010 issue.

97 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2007 Gold Ridge Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

An extraordinary wine. It’s the essence of Russian River Pinot, squared, a big, concentrated, dramatic wine that never loses sight of elegance. Offers a tapestry of cherry pie with the crust, red currant, cherry liqueur and smoky sandalwood flavors that finish with intricate Indian spices. Drink now through 2013.

91 Points - Wine Spectator

2010 Pinot Noir 2010 Silver Eagle Vineyard (Sonoma Coast)

“Offers a pure mix of dusty blackberry and wild berry, with mineral, cedar and crushed rock accents, ending with tannins that give the flavors traction. Drink now through 2021. 190 cases made.” —J.L.

88 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2009 Silver Eagle Vineyard Semper Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)

The oak is a little too strong on this Pinot. Impressive as the underlying wine is in concentrated raspberry and cherry flavors, the barrel influence is dominant, with sweet buttered toast and caramel. Drink it now, after a brief decanting. — S.H. (2/1/2013)

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2010 Semper Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)

A very delicious Pinot Noir, this has tremendous waves of cherry compote, red licorice, sweet pomegranate, cocoa and smoky sandalwood flavors. It’s a great representative of the 2010 vintage. — S.H.

88 Points - Wine Enthusiast

2010 Semper Ulises Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast)

Strong in citrus and tropical fruit flavors, powerful in oak, with a blast of acidity, this is an ambitious Chardonnay, but it’s a bit aggressive. It may calm down in a year or two. Meanwhile, decant it and enjoy with lobster or scallop dishes. — S.H.

90 Points - Wine Spectator

Pinot Noir 2010 Sonoma Coast Homage

“The dusty blackberry and wild berry notes show touches of wildness, with floral scents and an elegant framework, ending with graceful tannins and subtle flavors. Drink now through 2020. 50 cases made.” —J.L.