90
points
Mill Creek 2005 Corner Pocket Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)
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$32
To judge by the blast of white pepper and strong tannins, the Northern Rhône is the model for this dry, single-vineyard wine. It is a distinguished Syrah, but too tannic and closed down now for thorough enjoyment. Best to cellar for 3 or 4 years, maybe longer, until it throws some sediment.
— S.H.
(4/1/2008)
89
points
Mill Creek 2001 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley)
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$22
Marked by deep, rich licorice and black cherry flavors, the wine also serves up an array of lovely plum, raspberry, coffee, cola and spice flavors. Tannins are smooth yet firm, and the finish is moderate in length.
— J.M.
(11/1/2003)
88
points
Mill Creek 2004 Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)
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$27
A little heavy and soft, but with a nice grilled steak, it has enough waves of complexity to stand out. The ripe blackberry, root beer, mocha and sweet oak flavors are wrapped into rich, dusty tannins, and the finish is smooth and long. Drink now.
— S.H.
(7/1/2007)
86
points
Mill Creek 2005 Estate Gewürztraminer (Dry Creek Valley)
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$14
Just what the doctor ordered for warm nights and fusion fare. Dry, crisp and wonderfully flavorful, with oodles of tropical fruit, wildflower and, most of all, oriental herbs and spice flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and lemongrass. Just a really nice California Gewurz.
— S.H.
(12/1/2006)