Black Cordon Vineyards approaches winemaking with the intention of making wine that is intense and complex with a distinct character that faithfully represents where the grapes have been grown. Attention to detail and hands-on attention to every barrel of wine is what it takes to pull this off. With Paul Hobbs as Consulting Winemaker, the [...]
For those who purchased previous vintages of 16×20 I don’t need to make any more introduction. For the rest of you, be prepared to be delighted. This 400 case production (97% Cabernet and 3% Petit Verdot) was sourced from four prime vineyards in Napa (Yountville, Atlas Peak, Oak Knoll and Soda Canyon). Paul Hobbs does [...]
Before we get to the wine, let’s take a moment to congratulate the San Francisco Giants on their impressive, and what some people would call impossible, World Series victory. (Apologies to my Detroit fans.) No matter who you root for, you have to admit that they made an admirable comeback. In the same breath, however, [...]
Paul Hobbs’ portfolio seems like the one of a globetrotter; add vineyard manager extraordinaire Ulises Valdez and you have one of the best combo “vineyardists” in the wine industry. The Landy Estate is one of Paul’s latest ventures, and you can tell immediately who is at the helm of these great wines! Landy 2008 M.D.V.R. [...]
Paul Hobbs does not need an intro, he is the Maestro. He belongs in the “Hall of Fame” we all know this. The Ritchie Vineyard is a “Grand-Cru” worthy property, planted to older vine Chardonnay, that is every winemakers dream. David and Karen Dunphy, the owners of Black Cordon also own a stunning Cabernet vineyard [...]
The Laird Family is the largest (vineyard) land owner in the Napa Valley with over 2500 acres, but only produce a very small amount of wine themselves under the tutelage of Paul Hobbs. The Laird grapes (various designated vineyards) are used by wineries such as Levendi, Nickel & Nickel, Tor, and Kapcsandy, to name a [...]
This is one of those Frank’s palatable price point wines – between 35 & 75! A great value Napa Valley Cabernet, made by one of the region’s best winemakers – Paul Hobbs! 16 x 20 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Retail 45.00 – GGWC 39.99 FREE SHIPPING on 12 Use the discount code “16X2012″ during [...]
The latest two releases of the Stewart wines are real stunners, and having Paul Hobbs as your quarterback only reiterates what a key guy he is to a winery! For those who bought the previous vintage (which received rave reviews), I can tell you that the 2008 vintage will “rock your world!” Paul does not [...]
This little winery has been turning a lot of heads as of late. Of course it helps when Paul Hobbs is your winemaker and your source from some of the best vineyards in the Napa Valley, many that have produced 100 Point wines! Stewart 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Retail 68.99 – GGWC 55.99 With Paul [...]
Paul Hobbs does not need to be introduced. His skills are amazing and his wines are spectacular. The new Walker Station Chardonnay (147 cases) is just another example of Paul’s exemplary skill level and attention to detail. Paul is the master of many varietals, and this latest release of the 2009 Walker Station “Ritchie” Chardonnay [...]
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