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Richard Dinner Vineyards

Sonoma Mountain · Sonoma · United States

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grilled steak · barbecue · game meat

201291 pts

Made by Don Van Staaveren, this blends 36% Malbec, 36% Merlot and 28% Syrah, all grown at the well-known vineyard high atop the appellation. Berry pie, chocolate and tangy acidity define it, supported by integrated tannin and oak, finding balance in a medium-bodied, velvety pack…
201088 pts

An abundance of leather and smoke mark this blend of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah. That makes for a big red that's chewy in tannins at first, but settles into a smooth, supple texture as it finishes, a taste of brick and blueberry at its core.
200889 pts

Few California wines are this rich. It swamps the mouth with the essences of ripe black cherry and chocolate, with accents of red licorice, vanilla and buttered toast. The blend is an interesting one of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, set off with fine, complex tannins. The action is…
200793 pts

An enormously rich wine, flamboyant in blackberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, sweet cured meat, anise and black pepper flavors that sink in deep and last long into the finish. An unusual blend of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, it's powerful in tannins and bone dry. Grill up your be…