Love their wines. We've been going to the winery over 20 yrs. They're very laid back, always generous and helpful.
Frank
Amazing wines and a fabulous experience. Went with a group of four and no one had a wine they didn't like. Everyone enjoyed each variety and had a hard time identifying the best of the best. They were all delicious. We also loved the service provided by Bridget. We all enjoyed our time with her because she understands both wine and hospitality. Bridget was our favorite person on our weekend wine trail.
Gary Collins
Was there last September and had a wonderful experience. I opened the Mourvedre this afternoon and it was like a breath a fresh air.The flavors and nose of this wine are absolutely amazing. With hints of sweetness and low tannins it is perfect on a cool spring dayHere's hoping I am able to visit again soon to enjoy the warmth of the wine and the winery. So glad I joined the club.
Paul Connolly
Two enthusiastic thumbs up! Rick, Bridget and Jim take pride in their wines and their hospitality. Rightfully so. Their wines rival or exceed anything from Napa and their warm authentic hospitality make Amphora a must-visit.
Gordon Uchenick
Marvelous wine, well crafted
Christine W.
Amphora was the first winery we visited in our week-long Sonoma wine exploration. So far (after three days) it is still the best. Each wine we tasted was so unique and delicious. The vermentino we tried is so far the best Sonoma white we have tasted. We had a hard time deciding which wines to purchase, This is a small winery without a lot of kerfuffle--great for us! This was a beautiful, relaxing, and low-key tasting experience with the best wines anywhere.
Isabel B.
Rick Hutchinson the owner was extremely rude and condescending. The worst wine tasting experience in the past 10 years that I have been visiting Sonoma dry creek area. He threw $20 dollars in our faces and called us cheap.When I made the reservation the day before I was told she (karen) needed my credit card to HOLD the reservation. They charged my card for $60. Then when we only had one tasting, Rick refused to reimburse our remaining $40 as well as give us the two tastings he owed us. When we realized they had charged the money the day before, and didn't tell me they were going to do that and didn't want to reimburse me, we wanted what he still owed us - 2 tasting, he refused and threw $20 at us and called us cheap. He still owes us a tasting and he's calling us cheap.
Jack Nissen
Last night Tracey and I opened and drank a bottle of your Dry Creek 2005 Zinfandel.YUM!!! :-)
Keith Blackwell
Over the top personal service (often by owner & winemaker Rick) and delicious wine. Unusual wines plus the standards. Invest in some futures here. Join the club! Think outside the bottle, and become part of the family!Super fun. Super nice.If you want average, the “usual” & boring... go somewhere else.
Andreas Tompros
Rick knows how to work with old world grapes on western soil. Low alcohol, grapes shine like they should. Fruit is not over baring. Recommend to old world wine drinker and all that enjoy great wine.
Cozy lil spot in wine country with GREAT wines, nice varieties. If you join the Wine Club (& you must) Rick & company make you feel like family.
Frank W Visciano
This winery has terrific wines and great variety. Definitely worth visiting if in Dry Creek. The winemaker is fantastic and fun as are the entire staff. Very knowledgeable. Definitely recommended
Andrew McDougall
Great wine! This place is a must. Stop by and taste some really great wine. I personally enjoyed the wine and the owners time to talk about it. He is doing some really great things. Joined the wine club too!
Sarah Msika
(Translated by Google) Super vineyard, run by enthusiasts. Vinified in amphoras, red and white, French, Spanish grape varieties.Nice discovery!100% recommended by Pointus.(Original)Super vignoble, tenu par des passionnés. Vinifiés en amphores, cépages rouges et blancs, français, espagnols.Belle découverte !100% recommandé par Pointus.
Dasha Biswas
Rick is wonderful, genuine and knowledgeable, funny yet informative.We loved his wine. Ended up buying his Port, just sooo delicious!Also recommend his GSM.His cute dog was wondering around and few butt scratches later, we were best of friends:-)Thank you Rick for a great time! Best wishesDasha and Yaneth
Love their wines. We've been going to the winery over 20 yrs. They're very laid back, always generous and helpful.
Amazing wines and a fabulous experience. Went with a group of four and no one had a wine they didn't like. Everyone enjoyed each variety and had a hard time identifying the best of the best. They were all delicious. We also loved the service provided by Bridget. We all enjoyed our time with her because she understands both wine and hospitality. Bridget was our favorite person on our weekend wine trail.
Was there last September and had a wonderful experience. I opened the Mourvedre this afternoon and it was like a breath a fresh air.The flavors and nose of this wine are absolutely amazing. With hints of sweetness and low tannins it is perfect on a cool spring dayHere's hoping I am able to visit again soon to enjoy the warmth of the wine and the winery. So glad I joined the club.
Two enthusiastic thumbs up! Rick, Bridget and Jim take pride in their wines and their hospitality. Rightfully so. Their wines rival or exceed anything from Napa and their warm authentic hospitality make Amphora a must-visit.
Marvelous wine, well crafted
Amphora was the first winery we visited in our week-long Sonoma wine exploration. So far (after three days) it is still the best. Each wine we tasted was so unique and delicious. The vermentino we tried is so far the best Sonoma white we have tasted. We had a hard time deciding which wines to purchase, This is a small winery without a lot of kerfuffle--great for us! This was a beautiful, relaxing, and low-key tasting experience with the best wines anywhere.
Rick Hutchinson the owner was extremely rude and condescending. The worst wine tasting experience in the past 10 years that I have been visiting Sonoma dry creek area. He threw $20 dollars in our faces and called us cheap.When I made the reservation the day before I was told she (karen) needed my credit card to HOLD the reservation. They charged my card for $60. Then when we only had one tasting, Rick refused to reimburse our remaining $40 as well as give us the two tastings he owed us. When we realized they had charged the money the day before, and didn't tell me they were going to do that and didn't want to reimburse me, we wanted what he still owed us - 2 tasting, he refused and threw $20 at us and called us cheap. He still owes us a tasting and he's calling us cheap.
Last night Tracey and I opened and drank a bottle of your Dry Creek 2005 Zinfandel.YUM!!! :-)
Over the top personal service (often by owner & winemaker Rick) and delicious wine. Unusual wines plus the standards. Invest in some futures here. Join the club! Think outside the bottle, and become part of the family!Super fun. Super nice.If you want average, the “usual” & boring... go somewhere else.
Rick knows how to work with old world grapes on western soil. Low alcohol, grapes shine like they should. Fruit is not over baring. Recommend to old world wine drinker and all that enjoy great wine.
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Cozy lil spot in wine country with GREAT wines, nice varieties. If you join the Wine Club (& you must) Rick & company make you feel like family.
This winery has terrific wines and great variety. Definitely worth visiting if in Dry Creek. The winemaker is fantastic and fun as are the entire staff. Very knowledgeable. Definitely recommended
Great wine! This place is a must. Stop by and taste some really great wine. I personally enjoyed the wine and the owners time to talk about it. He is doing some really great things. Joined the wine club too!
(Translated by Google) Super vineyard, run by enthusiasts. Vinified in amphoras, red and white, French, Spanish grape varieties.Nice discovery!100% recommended by Pointus.(Original)Super vignoble, tenu par des passionnés. Vinifiés en amphores, cépages rouges et blancs, français, espagnols.Belle découverte !100% recommandé par Pointus.
Rick is wonderful, genuine and knowledgeable, funny yet informative.We loved his wine. Ended up buying his Port, just sooo delicious!Also recommend his GSM.His cute dog was wondering around and few butt scratches later, we were best of friends:-)Thank you Rick for a great time! Best wishesDasha and Yaneth