The winery was named in tribute to Uriel J. Nielson, who planted the first commercial vineyard in 1964, in Santa Barbara County. Against the grain and a ton of advice, this region was considered far too cold to grow grapes. His forward thinking planted the seeds for an excellent wine AVA perfectly suited for bothContinue reading “Nielson Pinot Noir 2022”
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Cult Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 – the Beau Vigne Collection.
The bottle and label scream elegance, but have you tasted this before? Ed and Trish Snider started the winery almost 30 years ago with Dave Phinney at the winemaking helm. They had a simple aim: to make wine that would compete with the greatest wines in the world. Kirk Venge came onboard as winemaker inContinue reading “Cult Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 – the Beau Vigne Collection.”
d’Arenberg ‘The Custodian’ Grenache 2012.
d’Arenberg does not have the oldest Grenache vines in the world, but they are close. This family business, since 1912, has played the role of custodians of old vine Grenache – about 135-year-old vines- and holds about 1/3 of the old vines in McLaren Vale. Chester, fourth generation Custodian of the winery, took over theContinue reading “d’Arenberg ‘The Custodian’ Grenache 2012.”
Yalumba The Tri-Centenary Barossa Grenache 2012.
This majestic wine is sourced from some of the oldest Grenache vines in the world, planted in 1889, and imposes elegance and finesse on the drinker from the first sip. This really is a classic wine and a pleasure to drink. From its almost translucent satin red color that shimmers to the enticing aromatics ofContinue reading “Yalumba The Tri-Centenary Barossa Grenache 2012.”
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? …”
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.”
Groth Estate Chardonnay 2022- new world with an old-world soul.
All the grapes were sourced from the Hillview Vineyard which was acquired in 1982. This 44-acre Vineyard was acquired for its Merlot but almost half was replanted with Clone 4 (Wente) and Clone 76 (Dijon) after realizing its potential for world-class Chardonnay. Ted Henry, their winemaker, came on board in 2021 as Director of Winegrowing,Continue reading “Groth Estate Chardonnay 2022- new world with an old-world soul.”
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.”
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