PRESS REVIEWS
Wine Reviews
108 reviews
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Sonoma Valley Merlot 2023 Appellation Collection
90 Points
Wine Spectator
August 24, 2026
Focused and intense, bringing together passion fruit, ruby grapefruit and green papaya flavors on a sleek and mouthwatering frame. Vetiver, lemongrass and lemon blossom notes linger effortlessly.
– Tim Fish
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Gold Medal
Global Wine Masters Competition
September 23, 2026
– The Global Wine Masters
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Sonoma County Old Vines Zinfandel 2023
90 Points
James Suckling
August 20, 2026
This is a spicy, dark-fruited zinfandel with layers of mocha and earth. The palate is full-bodied with a plush mouthfeel, supple tannins and a lush finish. Drink or hold.
– Ryan Montgomery
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
90 Points
James Suckling
August 20, 2026
Black fruits, spice, cedar, herbs and mocha. The palate is medium-bodied with integrated tannins and acidity and a plush generous finish. Drink now.
– Ryan Montgomery
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 Appellation Collection
91 Points
James Suckling
August 20, 2026
Aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, plum, cedar, dried herbs and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied with fine-grained tannins, balanced acidity and a supple, slightly rustic finish. Drink or hold.
– Ryan Montgomery
