This is sourced from their Hallberg Vineyard, a vineyard stretching 100 acres in size, nestled in the Green Valley sub-appellation, and named after the previous owners. For those technically minded, it is made up of clones 777 and 667, sourced from three different blocks located on the east and west sides of the Hallberg RanchContinue reading “Gary Farrell Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2022”
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Ruffino Modus 2008- an excellent Italian to invite home.
This Tuscany gem is a blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), and Merlot (25%). The drinking window for this is 10–15 years. Again, let’s open it and see if it’s still holding together. This is 18 years old. This was Ruffino’s ‘Super Tuscan’ offering with a reputation for being refined, polished tannins, elegant, withContinue reading “Ruffino Modus 2008- an excellent Italian to invite home.”
Ruffino Modus 2008
This Tuscany gem is a blend of Sangiovese 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25%, and Merlot 25% Drinking window on this was 10 – 15 years. Again, let’s open it and see if it’s still holding together. This is 18 years old. This was Ruffino’s ‘Super Tuscan’ offering with a reputation for being refined, polished tannins, elegant,Continue reading “Ruffino Modus 2008”
Faustino V Reserva 2018- one of the first families of Rioja.
Bodegas Faustino was one of the first families of Rioja, and was established by the Martinez family in 1861. Today, it is managed by the 6th-generation daughters. The wine gained worldwide attention in the 1960’s, representing the marriage of Rembrandt art and an iconic bottle design, which facilitates decades of ageing potential. It is aContinue reading “Faustino V Reserva 2018- one of the first families of Rioja.”
Dry Creek Vineyard Sea Quelle 2021- exceptional drinking.
David Stare, the winery founder’s passion for wine, was fueled by living in Germany for a spell and a 2-week trip to Bordeaux and the Loire Valley. Upon returning to the US in 1970, he read a Wall Street Journal article about California’s bright future for making excellent wines. That was enough for him toContinue reading “Dry Creek Vineyard Sea Quelle 2021- exceptional drinking.”
Dry Creek Vineyard Sea Quelle 2021- exceptional drinking.
David Stare, the winery founder’s passion for wine, fueled by living in Germany for a spell and a 2-week trip to Bordeaux and the Loire Valley. Upon returning to the US in 1970, he read a Wall Street Journal article about California’s bright future for making excellent wines. That was enough for him to packContinue reading “Dry Creek Vineyard Sea Quelle 2021- exceptional drinking.”
Langmeil Three Gardens Grenache, Shiraz, Mataro 2022- Iconic Barossa Producer.
Barossa was established as a small trading village in 1842, the same year Langmeil Winery was founded, making it the oldest winery in the region. The Lindner family, owners of the iconic Langmeil Winery, has been a part of Barossa culture for six generations, with an unwavering commitment to producing high-quality wines. Their name isContinue reading “Langmeil Three Gardens Grenache, Shiraz, Mataro 2022- Iconic Barossa Producer.”
Lapostolle Curvée ‘Alefandre’ Merlot 2012 – from the cellar.
About the Winery … Yet another Chilian Winery with French roots. The winery was established in 1994 by Alexandra Marnier Lapostolle and her husband Cyril de Bournet. Alexandra is from the renowned Marnier Lapostolle family, that has for several generations dedicated itself to making high-quality wines and spirits. In other words, French winemaking philosophy withContinue reading “Lapostolle Curvée ‘Alefandre’ Merlot 2012 – from the cellar.”
Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2015- timeless class Cabernet.
Mount Veeder Winery was the first on the mountain, sitting high above the fog line and receiving sunshine almost all day. It was started by Michael and Arlene Bernstein in 1970, planting Bordeaux rootstock. Later, they made history by being the first in Napa Valley to plant Petit Verdot and all five Bordeaux varietals onContinue reading “Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2015- timeless class Cabernet.”
Tenuta Di Arceno Chianti Classico 2021- Invite an Italian for Christmas.
This Chianti Classico is predominately Sangiovese- 85% with a splash of Merlot, and then aged 2-3-year-old French oak, small barrels for 10 months. The grapes were sourced from vineyards in the Chianti Classico region, which, some would argue, produces the best Sangiovese in Tuscany. One sip will convince you that it expresses a real senseContinue reading “Tenuta Di Arceno Chianti Classico 2021- Invite an Italian for Christmas.”
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