Dry Creek Valley
Learn more about Dry Creek Valley
Dry Creek Valley, approximately 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, is based around the Dry Creek river in Sonoma County, a tributary of the Russian River. The AVA has earned a reputation for its Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel. The valley remains a rural setting for small family wineries, yet at the same time it is home to the Sonoma wing of the industry giant, Gallo Wineries .
Zinfandel has long established its position as the valley's top red grape, and its second revival since the late 1990s' brought Dry Creek Valley back in the limelight. Dry Creek Valley has actually succeeded in rivaling Amador County in the Sierra Foothills as a stronghold of Zinfandel. Sauvignon Blanc is the valley's signature white grape.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah have also made successful inroads in Dry Creek Valley. Both are growing in acreage as Zinfandel has reached a peak.
Prices:
Bottle
£34.25
Bottle 12 x 75cl 11cs
Bottle 12 x 75cl 1cs
Fiona Hayes, Wine Buyer
Bottle
£37.75
Bottle
£37.75
Bottle 12 x 75cl 8cs
Bottle 12 x 75cl 1cs
Bottle
£38.50
Bottle 12 x 75cl 5cs
Bottle 12 x 75cl 1cs
Petit Syrah, often partners Zinfandel to provide a spine to the wines and the 21% here is perfectly judged to add some structure. A little Carignan fills out the framework and there is a touch of American oak as well. A fine all-rounder that is starting to hit its straps but will reward further cellaring.
Fergus Stewart, Private Account Manager
Fiona Hayes, Wine Buyer