Latest Event Updates

Crocker & Starr

Posted on

One of the unique finds this year was Pam Starr’s blend of Malbec and Cab Franc. Smooth (Malbec) with hints of spice (Cab Franc). Excellent pairing with Mexican dishes.

California Wines & Wineries Blog's photo.

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

Lail Vineyards – Blueprint

Posted on

A nice surprise from the Castlewood Wine Club. A very dark and young wine, an almost black Cabernet & Cab Franc Blend with a hint of chocolate and sweet tannins. Not one to cellar but a good “to drink wine”. Will give an indication of 2013 vintage from Napa.

California Wines & Wineries Blog's photo.

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

Blackbird Contraian

Posted on Updated on

This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc produced by Alan Potts is a “home run” and made my Top Wines of 2015. Worthy of buying and is more of “drink now” but could be held a few years.

12187781_10205092629291132_2873403433316004667_n[1]

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

Wood Family Vineyards

Posted on Updated on

Rhonda Wood has been producing wonderful wines as bright as her smile for 10+ years. One of the best winemakers in Livermore Valley. Her Chardonnay, “Especial” Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah are all outstanding.

12316210_10205223371479605_3230469301172136131_n[1]

 

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

Kinsella Estates

Posted on Updated on

12250120_10205141473112197_1654142214456542420_n[1]

Kinsella Estates in Healdsburg offers several good Cabernet Sauvignon’s and a zesty Zinfandel. A Thomas Rivers Brown project.

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

YoungInglewood

Image Posted on Updated on

 

One of the better Cabernet’s coming out of Napa from a family owned winery in St Helena is YoungInglewood. The label says what is needed in a good Cabernet — balance which they have done magnificently!

12190872_10205100384605010_5421674411233398724_n[1]

 

 

 

 

 

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.

Incendium Wines

Posted on Updated on

Winemaker and owner Vincent Kalny and wife Deanna of Incendium with Jessica Arnold at The Wine Foundry. His 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon was very tasty. Vince is Cal-Fire employee and donates a portion of profits to help firefighters who are injured or killed in service. He currently project is helping the 23 firefighters who lost their homes fighting up in Middletown. — with Vincent Kalny and Deanna Kalny.

12096014_10205051662866997_996392564128465893_n[1]

This entry was posted in Uncategorized.