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Courtney Benham 2009 Reserve Malbec (Alexander Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $20
What a great red wine, just about perfect for steak. It’s dry, full-bodied and tannic, with big, ripe blackberry and blueberry flavors. A little rustic, yes, but terrific for drinking now, and easily one of the best California Malbecs ever. And look at that price.
— S.H.
(3/1/2012)
Courtney Benham 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder)
- Cellar Selection
- $40
A strong Cabernet, even an aggressive one, with very ripe, punchy blackberry and dried currant flavors that are deep and long lasting. The tannins are powerful, too. End result is a tough young wine that wants some time in the cellar. Stash until 2015.
— S.H.
(12/15/2011)
Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain)
- Best Buy
- $15
Tastes so good, feels so smooth, that the low price is a shocker. The rich, ripe black cherry, olive and sandalwood flavors are wrapped into beautifully soft, intricate tannins, and the finish is impressively long and spicy. How Courtney Benham can sell a wine this good at this price is a miracle.
— S.H.
(12/1/2011)
Courtney Benham 2005 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $20
Deliciously showcases the variety in a pure, classic way, while retaining the elegant balance of a light Pinot. With its silky mouthfeel, the complex flavors are all Zin, showing wild berries, gingersnap cookie, cocoa and vanilla, and a rich array of pepper, cinnamon and other spices. Great job from this second label of Martin Ray.
— S.H.
(12/1/2007)
Courtney Benham 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $18
Brilliantly ripe pineapple, tangerine and lemon fruit flavors mark this savory young Chardonnay. It shows the citrusy acidity of the cool-climate Edna Valley, with a long, spicy finish. Clean and mouthwatering, it offers a lot for the price.
— S.H.
(3/1/2012)
Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)
- $25
A lovely Cabernet. Shows the softness and herbaceousness that mark Alexander Valley Cabs, but in a good way, with a streak of red cherries, tobacco and sandalwood. Fine now with a good steak.
— S.H.
(11/1/2010)
Courtney Benham 2008 Gewürztraminer (Mendocino County)
- Best Buy
- $12
A good value in this variety that often gets lost in the glare. Shows crisp coastal acidity brightening slightly sweet flavors of pineapples, papayas and honeysuckle, with spicy notes of vanilla and cinnamon.
— S.H.
(4/1/2010)
Courtney Benham 2006 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley)
- $20
This ’06 Zin is as spicy and fruity as you could desire, with masses of currants, cocoa, orange peel, licorice and pepper. But the tannin-acid balance is great, giving it a wonderful structure. Best now for youthful exuberance.
— S.H.
(4/1/2009)
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