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Dry Creek Vineyard is at the center of modern Dry Creek Valley wine history. The winery was the first established in the valley after prohibition.
Dave Stare started to plant his vineyard in 1972, and decided to plant Sauvignon Blanc first and later planted Bordeaux varietals (against the advice of various professors and grape-growers).
His immediate success was a real signal for renewal of the wine industry in the Valley.
Today's wines still follow the tradition set by Dave; and under the supervision of Bill Knuttle, a veteran winemaker, the wine style is directed towards more balance, finesse, and a greater respect for the different terroirs. The winery participates in the ever-growing sustainable farming philosophy. I was pleased to discover that the wines are becoming more food friendly and are showing a better expression of Dry Creek Valley fruit.
Dry Creek Vineyard is becoming, once again, a wine destination in the Valley! |
