With over 11 acres planted to Albariño today, Abacela made its first varietal in 2001. That was also the...
Element 79 Vineyards, Fair Play (El Dorado County, California) 2017
Yet another tasting adventure from Element 79 Vineyards. In “Alloy” we encounter a blend of...
Element 79 Vineyards, Fair Play (El Dorado County, California) 2020
This highly unusual field blend of 49% Syrah and 51% Viognier was co-fermented and then, to guarantee it will be...
Château Haut Claribes, Bordeaux Supérieur (France) 2019
This is the top-of-the-line release from Domaines Fontana, which is located in Gensac, a tiny town midway between...
Domaine de Chênepierre Christophe Lapierre, Moulin-à-Vent (Beaujolais, Burgundy, France) 2019
small domain produces several Cru Beaujolais from it 10.5 hectare, organically farmed vineyard. Among the...
Cochon Wines, Sonoma County (California) Viognier 2021
Emphasizing Rhône-style wines, Cochon offers up this 100% Viognier that was never in contact with oak. ...
Element 79 Vineyards, Fair Play (El Dorado County, California) 2018
Another impressive wine from this rising star. From its 32 acre hillside vineyard, this Cuvee is a blend of 70% Syrah and...
Eden Rift Vineyards, Cienega Valley (San Benito County, California) Chardonnay 2019
Eden Rift Vineyard, arguably the oldest continuing vineyard in California, now includes 22 acres of Chardonnay spread out...
Tamarack Cellars, Columbia Valley (Washington) 2019
Based in Walla Walla, Washington, Tamarack Cellars draws from several sources in the Columbia Valley to offer this popular...
Zin, Zap & Zen: Talking with Joel Peterson
Most people who build a brand from scratch and after, say, 25 years sell it for mega-millions would take the money and quietly...
Talent Cellars, Rogue Valley (Oregon) 2017
This new family run winery is based in the small town of Talent, near Medford. The label is a replica used by the...
Smith-Madrone Vineyards, Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Dark, concentrated, multi-layered and age worthy, this Napa Cabernet is a great expression of the estate vineyard...