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Preston 2000 Old Vine / Old Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley)
- $20
One of the best Zinfandels of the year. It defines Dry Creek Valley in its brambly fruit and soft, dusty tannins, but raises the bar in elegance, complexity and sheer pleasure. It’s a very dry wine, with a trace of bitterness in the finish. Drink this with the finest barbecue and grilled meats you can find.
— S.H.
(12/1/2002)
Preston 1998 Marsanne (Dry Creek Valley)
- Best Buy
- $13
A silky, viscous, lovely wine that is the equal of just about any Marsanne from the south of France. It’s bright and fresh on the palate, with a touch of apple and vanilla backed by citrus and toast. One of Preston’s best efforts.
— L.W.
(5/1/2000)
Preston 1997 Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley)
- $16
Lots of California Mourvedres have a strong animal or bacon note in the nose, and here it dominates black cherry, currant, Molasses and smoky oak. Voluptuous on the palate; soft and velvety, with creamy tannins and fine fruit. A little soft, and needs just the right food, but really an interesting wine.
— S.H.
(2/1/2000)
Preston 1998 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)
- $18
A dark, young, compact wine that’s barely showing its stuff. The aromas and flavors are all dark: blackberry, plum, black pepper; ample tannins mask the ripe, sweet fruit, but it’s there, and just needs time. Very dry and rich. Have it tonight with braised ribs or similar fare, or let it grow in your cellar.
— S.H.
(2/1/2000)
Preston 2003 Cavallo Barbera (Dry Creek Valley)
- $25
Dense purple in hue, this full-bodied wine has powerful aromas of mushu plum sauce, cherry pipe tobacco and white pepper. It’s tannic, but very soft, with a dry, cherry-leather finish. Try this assertive wine with bold fare.
— S.H.
(11/1/2005)
Preston 1997 Estate Reserve, Vogensen Bench Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)
- $28
Ripe and even, this appealing Sonoman delivers a lovely perfume of cassis toast and white pepper. Plenty of oak keeps it dark and tart, but of the type, it’s very well done, with an even mouthfeel and long, tangy finish. This should be even better in two or three years.
— W.E.
(11/1/2001)
Preston 1997 Old Vines/Old Clones Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley)
- $15
Twelve percent Petite Sirah adds weight and black-fruit flavors to this forward, juicy, tart wine. The tannic finish should soften with a little more time in bottle.
— P.G.
(11/15/1999)
Preston 1997 Cuvée de Fume Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley)
- Best Buy
- $12
Preston’s proprietary Sauvignon Blanc shows why Dry Creek Valley is so hospitable to this varietal. Rich and graceful. Although it’s on the grassy, herbal side, a little Sémillon adds richness and some real complexity. Defines Sauvignon style. Best Buy.
— S.H.
(9/1/1999)
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