91 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck, August 2022

“The 2019 Pinot Noir Emerald Ridge Vineyard is lifted with menthol, cherry lozenge, and cola spice. The palate is full with emerging tannins, cedar, dried cranberry, and warm woodsy spice. Allow another year in bottle and drink over the following 5-6 years.”

90 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard Chardonnay

Jeb Dunnuck, August 2022

“The 2019 Chardonnay Walker Hill Vineyard was aged for 18 months in 50% new oak. It is fragrant of white flowers, lemon curd, and oak spice and is medium-bodied, with fresh acidity, notes of almond and citrus pith, and a chalky texture. Drink it over the next 3-4 years.”

93+ points

2018 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

Lisa Perotti-Brown, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, November 2019

“The 2018 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc gives up pronounced pink grapefruit, guava and passion fruit scents with touches of bouquet garni, lime blossoms and honeysuckle. Medium-bodied, the palate is refreshing and elegant, with impressive intensity and a mineral-sparked finish.”

93 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, September 2022

“Structured in tight, youthful tannin, this wine opens in pretty aromas of rose petal and fresh citrus. Bright acidity rides beneath layers of pomegranate, strawberry and blueberry steeped in baking spice and forest tones, with a lingering note of integrated oak. ”

94 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Joshua Greene, Wine & Spirits, April 2022

“Steve Dutton and Dan Goldfield planted this 8-acre vineyard for Ed and Sue Smith in 2002, at their home on a ridge near Occidental, in the western corner of the Green Valley. The sandy Goldridge soils, remnants of an ancient seabed, reduce vigor in the vines, which, in turn, produce the kind of fruit that speaks of the grandeur of the Pacific in the wine’s velvet waves of flavor. It captures the shifting fog in its freshness, the sun in the warm tones of earth. Bright floral scents and dark green plum play in and out of the oak (55 percent of the wine aged in new barrels). This is pretty righteous wine from the coast.”

92 points

Piper Sonoma Brut

Anthony Dias Blue, Tasting Panel, May 2020

“Smooth, creamy and lush with clean, ripe, balanced flavors; rich, dense fruit with a fine mousse and showing considerable flavor depth and still bright and refreshing.”

93 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, January 2022

“Sleek and fine-textured, this is filled with a rich medley of red berry and dried cherry flavors that show hints of citrus zest. The minerally finish is pure and direct, with notes of dried green herbs and cooking spices. Drink now through 2027. 436 cases made. ”

93 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

Anthony Dias Blue, Tasting Panel, July 2020

“Rich ruby color, one of Sonoma’s most iconic vineyards, smooth, intense and deep with tangy acidity and lovely black cherry fruit; balanced and long.”

89 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, January 2022

“Offers plum and raspberry notes with a lightly mulled edge, along with red licorice and sweet spice hints. This has light savory hints that keep the finish honest. Drink now through 2024. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. ”

87 points

2016 Spellbound Petite Sirah

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, September 2018

“Most of the grapes for this wine were sourced in Lodi. For a 24,000-case production, this has plenty of personality. Spice, tobacco and coffee notes jump out first, followed by straightforward blueberry, jammy yumminess.”

89 points

2018 Spellbound Petite Sirah

Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast, February 2021

“Mint, blueberry and freshly crushed grape flavors make this medium- to full-bodied wine taste fresh and easy to enjoy along with the typical firm tannins and nicely thick texture of the grape variety.”

91 points

Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, March 2022

“Mango, pineapple and strawberry flavors highlight this bright and lengthy sparkler, which combines 53% Chardonnay, 39% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Blanc and 2% aged reserve blend. Bright and lengthy, it impresses and overdelivers on its price point.”

90 points

Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, December 2020

“Made from 53% Chardonnay, 39% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Blanc and 2% of an aged reserve blend, this wine has great pink color and is dry, fresh and fruity. Strawberry, raspberry and tangerine wrap around crisp acidity and a lasting opulence that remains balanced and bright.”

93 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, May 2021

“Lively minerality flanks the dried red fruit and berry flavors that are backed by fresh acidity. Shows flinty hints midpalate, with a lithe finish loaded with fresh cooking spice accents. Drink now through 2025.”

92 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, December 2019

“Lively acidity backs pure-tasting red berry and currant flavors in this finely textured style. Minerally midpalate, with a long, sleek finish that features slate accents and hints of white pepper and dried sage. Drink now through 2024.”

92 points

Piper Sonoma Brut Reserve

Meredith May, Tasting Panel, September 2020

“Lemon drop and Red Delicious apple meet soft brioche on the nose. Tangerine zest and vanilla wafer emerge through the tingling effervescence, while the fruit shows as rich and ripe through the finish.”

91 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck, August 2022

“Leading with notes of sweet kirsch and forest herbs, the 2019 Pinot Noir Fox Den Vineyard is another full-bodied wine from the estate, offering notes of fleshy black cherry, blackberry, and freshly turned soil. These are wines that can hold up to grilled meats and richer fare at the table. Drink over the next 3-5 years.”

94 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, February 2021

“From multiple certified-sustainable sites, including Campbell, Morelli Lane and Hallberg, this well-made wine is solid in crisp red-currant fruit and a dusting of dried herb. Rounded and balanced in richness, it offers a persistence of freshness and earthiness that compel.”

95 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Redwood Ridge Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, April 2020

“From a 32-acre site above Annapolis, this is a gorgeously memorable wine that is dark and brooding in the glass. It unveils slowly to show rose, stem, lavender and sage as well as crisp red fruit. Lifted yet structured in feel, it shows power and intensity in perfect tandem with grace and balance.”

90 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, January 2020

“Focused dried cherry and berry flavors dominate this svelte style. Crushed dried rose petal notes blend with minerally accents on the fresh finish. Drink now through 2023. 630 cases made.”