When a third-generation commitment to a vision and legacy collides with a great vintage head on, you get a wine that is only released on vintages deemed worthy in miniscule amounts. May I introduce Taylors ‘Exceptional Parcel Release’ Cabernet Sauvignon. Wakefield Wines- Clare Valley. Is actually Taylors Winery was originally established in 1969 by BillContinue reading “Wakefield ‘The Visionary’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 “
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Campo al Mare Bolgheri Rosso 2020.
Another great example of an Italian wine made from grapes varietals not native to Italy. This is a blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet, 15% Cab Franc, and 5% Petite Verdot sourced from the Bolgheri DOC on the western edge of Tuscany boarding the sea. This region was a hidden gem until the 1990’s whenContinue reading “Campo al Mare Bolgheri Rosso 2020.”
Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.
Yalumba Winery. A legacy founded in 1847 with a focus on sustainability allowing nature to take the lead pretty much sums up Yalumba. Samuel Smith, a British brewer started the legacy and 6 generations later it has achieved accolades and respect across the planet. The Menzies Estate comprises of 8 individual and unique vineyards, allContinue reading “Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.”
The Biggest Mistake People Make
….. about Italian wines is they only focus on the classic Italian varietals. Nothing wrong with that if you don’t mind missing out on some great wines. I’m here too tell you that Italy makes great Cabernet and this is a wonderful example. With an understated label it’s easy to pass over this wine onContinue reading “The Biggest Mistake People Make”
Chateau Tanunda “Grand Barossa” Series
I visited Adelaide in 1985, just a quick 5-day visit and stayed 10 years- one of the easiest cities in the world to live in and a must visit if your every in Australia. I visited Chateau Tanunda in that first week and then several times a year over the course of my stay. ItContinue reading “Chateau Tanunda “Grand Barossa” Series”
Wakefield Winery- aka Taylors Wines, Clare Valley, Sth Australia.
Wakefield Wines- Clare Valley. Is actually Taylors Winery originally established in 1969 by Bill Taylor who was a Pub owner and Wine Merchant in Sydney who sold what could have been the first ‘private label’ in Australia- Chateau Clare. Their association with the Clare Valley Co-operative to produce the Chateau Clare wine dates back toContinue reading “Wakefield Winery- aka Taylors Wines, Clare Valley, Sth Australia.”
Exceptional Cabernet from a Difficult Vintage.
The Vintage. 2017 was a difficult vintage and, as we all know the year finished with devastating fires. Putting all that aside, those that got it right, got some spectacular results. In retrospect, the biggest problem the 2017 vintage faced was being flanked by 2015, 2016 and 2018 vintages that produced some exceptional wines. 2017Continue reading “Exceptional Cabernet from a Difficult Vintage.”
Taub Family/Heritance Wines- an unknown Napa Gem.
Heritance has been described as the cornerstone Napa Valley brand of the Taub Family Vineyards but its history goes back further than when the Taub Family bought them. The name Heritance was derived from combining the words ‘heritage’ and ‘inheritance’- two important concepts signifying a new tradition and the continuation of an enduring legacy championedContinue reading “Taub Family/Heritance Wines- an unknown Napa Gem. “
A White and a Red For Your Consideration.
Freemark Abbey was one of the first Cabernet’s I tasted and have always been impressed by their wines. I was fortunate to visit the winery PC- pre covid, in October of 2019 and definitely intend to revisit on my next trip to Napa. The Winery is unpretentious and a delight to walk around, friendly staffContinue reading “A White and a Red For Your Consideration.”
Something For Everyone- 3 wines I’ve tasted in the last week that are worth a look- and a taste.
A by Acacia Pinot Noir 2019 Set in the heart of Napa Valley’s Carneros Wine Region, it was established in 1979, long before there was an AVA or any real interest in the region. Just a belief and a Pioneer spirit that great Pinot and Chardonnay can be grown here and was one of theContinue reading “Something For Everyone- 3 wines I’ve tasted in the last week that are worth a look- and a taste.”
Vine to Table 