Fritz

A trip to Northern California wine country would be empty without a stop at Fritz. We rarely, if ever, leave without any wine, and this stop was no different (6 bottles, as I recall).

2006 Sauvignon Blanc Estate (Dry Creek Valley): $20/$18/$25
There’s something about their Sau Blanc that enthuses us every time. It’s my second favorite sau blanc, but the one I buy more than all others combined.

2006 Rose’:$16/$14/-

2006 Ruxton Chardonnay:$35/$32/$35
If I'm going to pay $30+ for a Chardonnay, it's going to be from Ruxton Vineyards. The balance of fruit is complemented by the modestly creamy mouthfeel, perfect at this price.

2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley): $45/$40/$30

2005 Barrel Select Zinfandel: $40/$36/-

Normally a favorite, this wasn't tasting well at the time.

2005 Dry Creek Valley Syrah:$28/$25/-

2004 Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: $35/$31/-

2005 Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve: $50/-/$50

Opinions vary on this Cab, but I firmly believe it has the structure and quality to be a wonderful cab in a few years.