
Switchback Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Peterson Family Vineyard 2001
Switchback Ridge Petite Sirah Napa Valley Peterson Family Vineyard 2004
Switchback Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Peterson Family Vineyard 2007
Switchback Ridge Merlot Napa Valley Peterson Family Vineyard 2009
Switchback Ridge Petite Sirah Napa Valley Peterson Family Vineyard 2002
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California Merlot's Mixed Bag
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News & Features : Tasting Highlights
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New reviews of a dozen exciting young reds from the Golden State, some collectible, some good values
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News & Features : Tasting Highlights
12 California Merlots
A dozen wines that show the elegance and supple texture the Merlot grape can attain in the Golden State
August 10, 2009
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Two friends mix business with pleasure to create outstanding reds from Napa
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Bob Foley's Magic Touch
From Cabernet to Charbono, this unsung ace builds an amazing record of quality
Oct. 15, 2003 Issue : Tasting Reports
California Merlot's Mixed Bag
A few stars from Napa Valley shine in 2000 amid some tough-edged wines
Dec. 31, 2012 - Jan. 15, 2013 Issue : Features
Profiles of Wines Nos. 2 to 100
Nov. 30, 2007 Issue : Tasting Reports
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Looking Back to the Future
Pondering the best of 2011 and what may come in 2012
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Blogs : Exploring Wine with Tim Fish
2009: The Vintage California Merlot Redeemed Itself
The vintage looks promising in a range of styles
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Blogs : Exploring Wine with Tim Fish
Darkest Before the Dawn with California Merlot
As acreage plummets in California, is it time for a renaissance?
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Blogs : Exploring Wine with Tim Fish
Fear and Loathing with California Merlot
Calm down, there are plenty of good wines if you're a smart consumer
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