I was fortunate to get to taste the 2023 vintage of Dominus- Napa Valley. This world-renowned wine is a blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot, with 40% using new French oak. It scored a 100 Pt rating and several 98 – 99 Pt ratings, and the 2023 vintage isContinue reading “Dominus 2023- a 100 pt stunner!”
Tag Archives: Red Blends
Famille Perrin Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Les Sinards 2010 – from the cellar!
After the region went through several name changes, Châteauneuf-du-Pape was settled upon during the ‘Papal Era’ in the 14th century, when, in 1309, Pope Clement V and his successors began developing the surrounding vineyards. Pope John XXII built a fortified summer residence on the hill above the village—this “new castle” is the origin of theContinue reading “Famille Perrin Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Les Sinards 2010 – from the cellar!”
Olianas Perdixi Bovale 2020
Brought to you from Olianas, a winery considered to be the benchmark in Sardinian Wineries. This blend of 85% Bovale and 15% Carignano showcases why Sardinia is considered one of the most unique wine growing regions in the world, producing wines of depth, complexity and charm. The Bovale is sourced from the Anfiteatro vineyard whichContinue reading “Olianas Perdixi Bovale 2020”
Argiolas Costera Cannonau di Sardegna 2022
This is a blend of 90% Cannonau (Grenache), 5% Bovale Sardo, and 5% Carignano. The Cannonau contributes ripe red fruits and smoothness, the Bovale Sardo adds structure, and Carignano builds on color and savory tension. Argiolas is considered the island’s leading winery producing quality driven wines, dating back to 1938. Their ‘Costera’ vineyard covers 88Continue reading “Argiolas Costera Cannonau di Sardegna 2022”
Gary Farrell Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2022
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”
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.”
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