90
points
Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley)
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$19
Great price for a Pinot Noir this rich and fancy. It really flatters the palate, offering waves of raspberry, cherry, root beer, vanilla and sandalwood flavors, with a spicy finish. The light, silky texture is especially nice, as is the low alcohol balance.
— S.H.
(12/1/2010)
88
points
Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Sonoma County)
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$10
Great price for a Chardonnay that tastes like it costs a lot more. Although it’s unoaked, it’s very rich in passionfruit, pineapple, peach and vanilla cream flavors, with a honeyed finish. Easy to find, with 5,000 cases produced.
— S.H.
(5/1/2011)