Willow Creek
Denner Vineyards
About
Completely solar-powered estate with sustainable farming. Premium Bordeaux and Rhône varieties.
On the menu
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon • 2021
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon opens with brooding notes of red currant, cedar, dried flowers, and chapparal. Ripe black plum, mocha, and cinnamon strut across the palate – they are trailed by hints of grilled herbs. The finish starts with concentrated tannins, then transforms into a seamless combination of unctuous midpalate and lingering acidity.
- $85
Dirt Worshipper
Syrah • 2022
Powerful aromas of violets, blueberries, sandalwood, and olive tapenade explode from the glass. The midpalate is dripping with blackberry, white pepper, espresso and dark chocolate notes that evolve into a rich mouthfeel and stunningly long finish.
Ditch Digger
GSM • 2022
Muddled wild strawberries and mulberries are juxtaposed against citronella and garigue. Anise seed, petrichor and red plum notes fill out this massively complex wine. The earthy, savory nature of the blend keeps the open generous textures in check as the finish sails on and on in perfect harmony.
Ditch Digger Concrete
GSM • 2022
Notes of spiced damson plums, sugared strawberries, and prosciutto greet your nose right from the start. Underpinnings of Hibiscus flower, Earl Grey, and forest floor chime in to support this wine's earthy nature. Crunchy red fruits and peppery spice frame the palate, where the tannins are balanced by a silky texture.
- $80
Sacred Burro
Carignan • 2022
Enticing aromas of blackberry, lavender, Sichuan peppercorn and tamarind merge on the seductive nose. The lively palate opens with cherry, orange zest, and an explosion of umami flavors – notably porcini and nori. The midpalate starts robust with a supple texture that is quickly focused with a core of fruit flavors and precise acidity.
Theresa
Rhône Blend • 2023
Smelling like a warm spring day with delicate aromas of chamomile, oleander, beeswax and a kiss of sea spray. The wine dances with notes of candied grapefruit, mandarin orange and Asian pear wrapped in sweet brioche. Medium bodied, the plump and juicy palate dazzles the senses calling you back for another sip.
- $55
Viognier
Viognier • 2022
The 2022 Viognier explodes from the glass with aromas of Meyer lemon, peach pit, wet stone, and botanicals. Incredibly lively on the palate, this beautiful white offers notes of nectarine, melon and shortbread. It's at first silky and rich on the entry but quickly evolves with focused acidity on the incredibly long-lasting finish.
Zinfandel
Zinfandel • 2022
Elegant aromas of wild strawberry, freshly ground black pepper, and wet slate introduce the ethereal 2022 Zinfandel. The palate is generous, offering a menagerie of mulberry, black licorice, and hoisin notes garnished with an orange peel twist. The finish is indelible with a densely packed core of fruit and savory elements that linger long after the wine is gone.
Experiences
Tasting
45–60 min