92 points

2016 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

James Suckling, James Suckling, May 2019

“Full and rather silky, in spite of the generous tannins, this is a serious Russian River Valley pinot noir with ripe sour cherries and delicate spice. Long, fresh and minerally finish that suggests this has a good future. Drink or hold.”

94 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, February 2021

“From multiple certified-sustainable sites, including Campbell, Morelli Lane and Hallberg, this well-made wine is solid in crisp red-currant fruit and a dusting of dried herb. Rounded and balanced in richness, it offers a persistence of freshness and earthiness that compel.”

93 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Chileno Valley Vineyard Riesling

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, December 2018

“From a vineyard farmed by Mark Pasternak on the Marin side of the new Petaluma Gap AVA, this is a perennially beautiful, bone-dry white. Floral, stony and crisp, it offers white peach and apple aromas and flavors, while the acidity is refreshing and integrated.”

95 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Redwood Ridge Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, April 2020

“From a 32-acre site above Annapolis, this is a gorgeously memorable wine that is dark and brooding in the glass. It unveils slowly to show rose, stem, lavender and sage as well as crisp red fruit. Lifted yet structured in feel, it shows power and intensity in perfect tandem with grace and balance.”

92 points

Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs

Anthony Dias Blue, Tasting Panel, July 2020

“Fresh nose, smooth and bright with muscular bubbles; crisp, juicy and balanced with lively fruit and lots of charm; racy acidity, good length and considerable finesse.”

90 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, January 2020

“Focused dried cherry and berry flavors dominate this svelte style. Crushed dried rose petal notes blend with minerally accents on the fresh finish. Drink now through 2023. 630 cases made.”

93 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Redwood Ridge Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, May 2021

“Fleshy and rich-tasting, with hints of mocha to the dried dark cherry and plum paste flavors that are filled with cooking spice accents. Shows notes of mineral and chocolate nibs on the finish. Drink now through 2026.”

92 points

2019 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, September 2021

“Fine-edged, with hints of tangerine to the cherry tart and plum paste flavors that are juicy and supported by rich acidity. The lively finish offers notes of cedar and spice, with hints of coffeeberry. Drink now through 2026. 2,965 cases made.”

91 points

2019 Oberon Merlot, Napa Valley

Tim Fish, Wine Spectator, October 2022

“Delivers a brooding core framed by handsome currant, dried sage and mineral accents, which gather tension and structure toward well-buffed tannins. Best after 2022. 5,500 cases made.”

90 points

2019 Spellbound Chardonnay

Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, May 2020

“Deep golden color, smooth, lush and stylish with ripe fruit and buttery tones, hints of oak; complex for a wine in this price category.”

90 points

2017 Spellbound Petite Sirah

Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, May 2020

“Deep garnet color, lush black cherry nose, smooth and dense with blackberry fruit with a bright core of acidity; charming and generous.”

90 points

2018 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

Wine Spectator, January 2020

“Crisp and vivid, with mouthwatering Meyer lemon, fresh ginger and lime zest flavors that sing out with terrific focus and vibrancy. Notes of grapefruit pith and white pepper add distinction on the finish. Drink now. 205 cases made.”

94 points

2019 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

James Suckling, James Suckling, September 2022

“Creamy nose with lots of vanilla, lemon curd, melon, quince and spiced pineapples. A hint of mineral, too. Full-bodied, flavorful yet tangy and fresh, with a long, creamy finish, but not lacking verve. Vitality found amid the oak spices. Drink now or hold.”

93 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, February 2021

“A linear expression of the grape, this wine is textured and mineral-driven. Focused, it offers crunchy red fruit, cinnamon-cola notes and a tang of orange peel, the body balanced in weight and ripeness.”

95 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, April 2019

“Tones of grapefruit, strawberry and red cherry kick off this immensely textured, expressive wine from a site along Stoetz Ridge above Occidental. Warm spice dots the landscape of lively freshness and supple tannins, with depths of flavor and balanced richness.”

95 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Pinot Noir

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, April 2019

“Tangy and compelling, this is a complex, intensely earthy wine, with wisps of dried herb and fresh sea air. The palate offers a mix of orange, blueberry and raspberry, with persistent acidity. Baking spice, dried herb and forest floor accents meld with the rounded, supple tannins.”

93 points

2018 Dutton-Goldfield Chileno Valley Vineyard Riesling

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, October 2020

“Classic in style, this charming apricot and petrolscented wine fills the palate with white peach and a touch of lemon-lime while good, nervy acidity wakes up the taste buds for another sip.”

90 points

Piper Sonoma Brut

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, March 2022

“Blending 70% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir and 3% Pinot Blanc, with a small percentage of aged reserve wine, this sparkler is crisp in peach, orange and brioche. Densely layered, it offers a medium-bodied, rich texture and integrated acidity.”

Double Gold medal

Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé

San Francisco International Wine Competition, October 2020

“Best of Show”

92 points

2017 Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard Chardonnay

Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, March 2020

“Barrel-fermented and aged for 18 months in French oak—half of the barrels new—this balanced, creamy white is spicy in oak, with a hint of flint. Honey, brioche and stone fruit wrap around bright pops of lime and tangerine, coming together seamlessly on the lingering, crisp finish.”