Chateau de Pez of course! About the Winery … It is possibly the oldest Bordeaux wine-making estate in the Saint Estéphe appellation, rivaled only by Chateau Calon Segur. The Chat. de Pez estate was created in 1452 by Jean de Briscos and has since passed through many owners with Jean-Claude Rouzaud being the current ownerContinue reading “What has 42 ha and 70 plots and is delicious to drink? …”
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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.”
Have you tasted a Zibibbo? – drink like Cleopatra.
Tonnino Zibibbo 2021 This 100% organic Zibibbo is from Sicily, planted on soil rich in limestone, sand, and organic elements. It is known predominately as a sweet wine that falls into the Muscat family and is also known as the ‘Muscat of Alexandria’. This is a dry version and infinitely drinkable- be warned. It isContinue reading “Have you tasted a Zibibbo? – drink like Cleopatra.”
Cambria Estate ‘Julia’s Vineyard’ 2018 – Infinitely drinkable!
First impression from the nose is loads of cherries, cola, dark raspberries, and an earthy leather note to round things out. One sip and I am convinced this is one of the best Pinots on the market that sits around $25. This is classic cool climate, coastal elegance sourced from a single vineyard in SantaContinue reading “Cambria Estate ‘Julia’s Vineyard’ 2018 – Infinitely drinkable!”
What has 42 ha and 70 plots and is delicious to drink? …
Chateau de Pez of course! About the Winery … It is possibly the oldest Bordeaux wine-making estate in the Saint Estéphe appellation, rivaled only by Chateau Calon Segur. The Chat. de Pez estate was created in 1452 by Jean de Briscos and has since passed through many owners with Jean-Claude Rouzaud being the current ownerContinue reading “What has 42 ha and 70 plots and is delicious to drink? …”
Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2016 – from the cellar.
The idea of Two Hands Winery came together when Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz, were attending a friend’s engagement party and discussed making wine and producing the best possible Shiraz from iconic regions in Australia. That was 1999. A lot of water has gone under the bridge, with more vineyards being acquired stretching from theContinue reading “Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2016 – from the cellar.”
Penfolds St Henri 2019- another classic release.
I bought this bottle on a recent trip to Australia, you can tell because it is under a screwcap, all the US releases are under cork. I do not know why there is still pushback against screwcaps, which are, arguably the best closures for wine. This is one of my all-time favorite wines which, sinceContinue reading “Penfolds St Henri 2019- another classic release.”
Copain Daybreak White Wine 2023- Aromatic, delicious, mouthwatering, food friendly- perfect for summer.
Quick word about the winery … Copain was established in 1999 by winemaker Wells Guthrie and Kevin McQuown and quickly became known for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. The Jackson Family purchased the winery in 2016 and maintained the emphasis on varietal wines, whilst bring to the table a commitment to sustainability and climate action.Continue reading “Copain Daybreak White Wine 2023- Aromatic, delicious, mouthwatering, food friendly- perfect for summer.”
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.”
Penley Estate ‘Phoenix’ Cabernet 2021- worth drinking at least twice, or more.
This has always been a budget-friendly wine that over-delivers on great vintages, and 2021 was an excellent vintage. With a string of 92 Pt ratings, I was keen to get this in the glass and find out where this was up to, with 4 years under the belt. The name was conceived by Reginald LesterContinue reading “Penley Estate ‘Phoenix’ Cabernet 2021- worth drinking at least twice, or more.”
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