This Thursday we will sample two whites and four reds including a Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and red blend. The wines are from California and Oregon from appellations including Lodi, Napa Valley and the Willamette Valley. Left Coast Cellars– “Left Coast Cellars was established in 2003 on Oregon’s 45th parallel….
This Thursday we will sample six California wines from various producers and regions. Although they are each made by different wineries, what they have in common is that they are artisanal, hand-crafted, small-lot wines of quality and value. These days there are countless wines made in California (many are simply mediocre!)- we sample literally hundreds…
Fleur de California is a value-driven brand that produces wines that are vibrant, fresh, and approachable. The wines are made from purchased grapes from the North Coast, Central Coast, and Carneros; they specialize in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Petite Sirah. We will sample one example of each at the tasting, ranging in price from $11.99-$16.99. Twenty…
The rating system, or 100-point scale, is a very controversial subject matter in the Wine Business. In some cases ratings can “make or break” a wine or producer, but it is a risk that many choose to take. This week we will explore a selection of wines that recently received “high” ratings- in our opinion…
Autumn is in the air, and what way to better celebrate than with hard cider and bold red wines? This week we will sample an array that tells us Fall is just around the corner; these include two brand-new Ciders from Foggy Ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia, two “rustic” reds from the southern-Italian…
Anderson’s Conn Valley is a premier estate located in Napa Valley. It is a family-owned and operated winery that is known for their world-class Cabernet Sauvignons and Bordeaux-style blends. Conn Valley was founded in 1984, and today is managed and operated by second-generation family member, Todd Anderson. While their 100% estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon has…