Carol’s career got an early and unusual start at only six years old. Her mom developed an “identify the scent” game using household herbs and spices that was the beginning of Carol’s path into the wine industry. It quickly became apparent that Carol not only had a great sense of smell, but she was remarkably [...]
Ed Kurtzman’s portfolio includes Roar, Freeman, August West and Sandler. He really put his stamp on the wine map and received great accolades with these wines (and others) over the past 20 years. I was very excited when he offered me the 2010 Buck Hill Zinfandel. A real crowd pleaser and money saver! Sandler 2010 [...]
This winery has stunned me the last couple of years, but the 2007 tops it all! Selected from two organically farmed estate vineyards. The first, Stone Edge Farm, is located on the west side of the Sonoma Valley, in soils studded with rounded stones left over from the ancient floods of Carriger Creek as it [...]
Remridg is a small family-owned operation with some great vineyards of their own and some amazing sources to select from. The 2009 Rockpile is one of the most-sought-after vineyards in the state. Their winemaker does not need an intro – Jay Buoncristiani (Buoncristiani, Penche, etal). As for Zinfandel, it is one of the quintessential wine [...]
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 [...]
Hidden Ridge is really hidden behind a ridge on the back of Spring Mountain, the esteemed appellation of Napa Valley. Hidden Ridge’ neighbor Kamen has received great accolades over the years, and now is their turn! Marco di Giulo has been the winemaker since day 1. With some years under his belt working with this [...]
The weather is heating up and the days are long. There are not many things that are nicer than kicking back on the porch and watching the sun set with a cool glass of white wine. Here are some of my picks for the best summer releases. Valdez 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, U.V. El Diablo Vineyard [...]
I only need to say Kosta Browne – now I have your attention. Yes, the wines from Jemrose are made by ace winemaker Michael Browne (From Kosta Browne), and in some instances a little DuMol (some assistance from Andy Smith winemaker at DuMol) was incorporated. Shane Finley (assistant winemaker at Kosta Browne) and Greg Bjornstad [...]
Skylark 2007 Stagecoach Syrah, Napa Retail 45.00 – GGWC 39.99 Buy 12 for only 37.99 ea. This vineyard known for some of the most sought after Cabernet and Syrah lies at the southern edge of Pritchard Hill at 900 – 1800 feet elevation. My friends John Lancaster and Rob Perkins (sommeliers at Boulevard Restaurant in [...]
Entering the wine industry less than 9 years ago as a harvest intern, Shane Finley has literally started at the bottom and worked his way to the top. After spending several seasons as an intern in California, Australia, and the Northern Rhône, Shane became Cellar Master at Copain Custom Crush. While there he had the [...]
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