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2019 Del Dotto Calistoga BDX Style Blend

November 2, 2022by Rosa Chalekian1 Comment on 2019 Del Dotto Calistoga BDX Style Blend
2019 Del Dotto Calistoga BDX Style Blend

The phrase “Bordeaux-style red blend” may be used informally to describe red wines produced from a combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and to a lesser extent Carmenère and Malbec.

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2016 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Petit Verdot

July 6, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on 2016 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Petit Verdot
2016 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot is one of the five main Bordeaux varietals. It ripens much later than the other varieties in that region. When it does ripen, it adds tannin, colour and flavour, in small amounts, to the blend.

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2016 Ladera Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

June 22, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on 2016 Ladera Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2016 Ladera Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2016 Ladera Estate Cabernet Sauvignon reflects both the power and complexity of great mountain fruit.

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2016 Justin ISOSCELES Reserve

May 11, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on 2016 Justin ISOSCELES Reserve
2016 Justin ISOSCELES Reserve

ISOSCELES Reserve is built upon the exceptional quality and character of the Bordeaux grape varieties grown in Paso Robles.

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2018 Frank Family Reserve Chiles Valley Zinfandel

March 30, 2022by Rosa Chalekian1 Comment on 2018 Frank Family Reserve Chiles Valley Zinfandel
2018 Frank Family Reserve Chiles Valley Zinfandel

While California Zinfandel can be produced in various styles, ranging from light to full-bodied, they all exhibit a certain fruit forwardness that is frequently described as “jammy”. It is also known for licorice, spicy and peppery notes.

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2019 Rombauer Barbera

March 16, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on 2019 Rombauer Barbera
2019 Rombauer Barbera

Barbera is originally grown in Northern Italy, it is known for it's deep color, full body, low tannins and high levels of acidity.

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Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

March 9, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, notably known for being the winery that won the Cabernet Sauvignon competition in the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris, was founded in 1970, and is considered a Napa Valley first-growth estate.

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Piazza Del Dotto

March 2, 2022by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on Piazza Del Dotto
Piazza Del Dotto

There aren't enough words to describe the unique and incredible experience Del Dotto provides from beginning to end.

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2017 J. Davies Jamie Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

February 23, 2022by Rosa Chalekian5 Comments on 2017 J. Davies Jamie Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 J. Davies Jamie Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Davies Vineyards would not be here today if it weren’t for the efforts of those who pioneered the Schramsberg Estate. The 2017 J. Davies is the fifth most highly rated Diamond Mountain District wine based on critic scores.

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2018 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon

November 10, 2021by Rosa ChalekianLeave a Comment on 2018 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon
2018 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon undoubtedly dominates Napa Valley today. Sequoia Grove is located in the prime Rutherford District of the Napa Valley. Sequoia Grove is a family-owned winery located in Rutherford, Napa Valley. They create a world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and other Napa Valley wines that emphasize elegance, finesse, structure and balance.

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