Deerfield Ranch Winery

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Jun 03, 2025

Favorite Wine: Zinfandel

Paid a visit this week to (full disclosure) my good friend Robert Rex at Deerfield and the place is just as inviting as ever, I won't try to fool you, but on thing is for sure: if youre a true wine aficionado like me you will have a flurry of choice! Yes the Red Rex does get a lot of attention, but the Zinfandel is also an absolute stand out—rich, vibrant, and layered with dark fruit, it’s easily one of the best Zins I’ve tasted in Sonoma. It’s the kind of wine that makes you want to linger for another glass! The Sonoma Mountain Reserve and the Wolf Run Vineyard are also on my hit list, both are tpo notch: polished, structured, and showing off that classic Sonoma depth without being overbearing. They’re the kind of Cabs that impress both casual drinkers and serious collectors. As for the Deefield place itself, the cave tasting room is definitely one of the most unique settings in Sonoma—cool, atmospheric, and lined with barrels that make every pour feel a little more special. Deerfield is commited to “clean wine”—low in sulfites and histamines so you can really savor most wines without worrying about some of the usual side effects, which is a thoughtful touch that sets them apart. If you haven’t been in a while, it’s well worth a return trip—there’s always lot here to rediscover.

Wine: Winery: Ambiance: Dec 28, 2011

We visited in March 2010 during the Savor Sonoma festival. This was my husband's absolute favorite wine during that trip; he still talks about it. He prefers very bold in-your-face wine, and if that's your style, you will probably also like Deerfield. I thought the wine was very good--especially the Red Rex, but I find it to be a bit too bold for everyday drinking. If you're enjoying a good steak, then this is your wine, but I think it needs strong food to complement it. I loved the winery--when we went they had recently completed the tasting room caves, which were nice. I also loved the quirky giraffe art on the property. And I really enjoyed the people--not pretentious at all. This winery represents what I find so appealing about so many Sonoma Valley Wineries--people who know that wine should be FUN and who don't take themselves or their wine too seriously. That being said, they are producing some great wine with a lot of depth; I just find it a bit too bold for my taste.