Archive for 'North Coast' Category

Scharffenberger Brut - Champagne & Sparkling

Mar 1st, 2010 by admin | 0

Non-Vintage by Scharffenberger from North Coast, California. Scharffenberger Brut is made by the traditional methode champenoise process - whereby the wines are individually bottle-fermented before being riddled and disgorged. The wine is approximately two-thirds Pinot Noir and one-third Chardonnay and undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation. Scharffenberger Brut is made from its own 120-acre [...]

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Bonterra 2005 Organically Grown Chardonnay - White Wine

Jan 4th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Bonterra from North Coast, California. An intial impression of rich, buttery cream turns to aromas of honey and lightly toasted almonds, followed quickly by tropical aromas of pineapple and citrusy lemon. This wine is refreshing on the palete with a vibrant tartness and lemon zest.
 

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Ten Mile 2005 Broken Road Red - Red Wine

Dec 10th, 2009 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Ten Mile from North Coast, California. 64% Petite Sirah, 18% Zinfandel, 8% Barbera, 8% Malbec, 2% Carignane Our inspiration for this wine was based upon the classic field blends of California from the late 1800’s. Sourced from several dry farmed, old vine vineyards, The Broken Road is a blend [...]

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Two Angels 2006 Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

Sep 14th, 2009 by admin | 0

White Wine by Two Angels from North Coast, California. This vintage of Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc was hand sorted twice; once before de-stemming and once after. Then the wine went through extended cold fermentation (three weeks at 50F) to preserve the natural, vibrant fruit characteristics of the grape. Midway through fermentation, the wine was [...]

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Bonterra 2005 Organically Grown Merlot - Red Wine

Jun 27th, 2009 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Bonterra from North Coast, California. The blend for the 2005 vintage layers Merlot with Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon, along with a touch of Grenache, bringing complexity and a slight herbaceous note to the wine. The heritage of Bordeaux is evident here. Aromas of cranberry, chocolate and cola spice add [...]

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Brassfield 2003 Round Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel - Red Wine

Jun 21st, 2009 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Brassfield from North Coast, California. A lively aromatic medley of cedar and brambly dark fruits give a slight character of cooked jam in the initial offering from the glass. The soft entry is highlighted by ripe raspberry and blackberry notes within a soft, round mid-palate, and followed by a balanced structure [...]

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Lolonis 2002 Orpheus - Petite Sirah Red Wine

Jun 4th, 2009 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Lolonis from North Coast, California. Creamy, black fruit aromas give way to more incisive, juicy, and coffee-laced flavors plus tooth-coating tannins in the mid-palate; best to age a few years or decant for current drinking. Viticulture Technique:Taking its name from the lyrical charmer in Greek Mythology, our Lolonis [...]

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Brassfield 2006 Pinot Grigio - Pinot Gris/Grigio White Wine

Mar 1st, 2009 by admin | 0

White Wine by Brassfield from North Coast, California. The home ranch on the western side of High Valley has been known as High Serenity Ranch for over one hundred years. Brassfield 2006 Pinot Grigio comes from the original 10 acre vineyard and the 40 acre vineyard, planted in 2003. Both of these vineyards are [...]

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Windsor 2002 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - Red Wine

Jan 5th, 2009 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Windsor from North Coast, California. From vineyards in North Coast County, this Cabernet holds a rich, dark and purple color that leads to a wonderfully enticing aroma of blackberry. It has delicious fruit notes of ripe blackberry, big cherries which ends with a smooth and spicy finish. A bright, lively and [...]

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Roederer Estate NV Brut - Champagne & Sparkling

Jan 4th, 2009 by admin | 0

Non-Vintage by Roederer Estate from North Coast, California. Roederer Estate Brut, the first California sparkling wine produced by Champagne Louis Roederer, builds upon a 200-year tradition of fine winemaking that has made Roederer champagne among the most sought-after in the world. Roederer’s winemaking style is based on two elements: ownership of its own vineyards [...]

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