Nestled among the picturesque vineyards of Mendocino County lies a hidden gem that embodies the essence of artisanal organic winemaking: Ettore Wine. About Ettore Wines The story of Ettore Wines is one of dedication, innovation, and a deep connection to the land. Founded by winemaker Ettore Biraghi, the winery is a testament to his relentless…
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Wine of the Week: 2010 Breggo Cellars Gewürztraminer Ferrington Vineyard
Every Thursday I feature a wine I particularly enjoy, whether it’s something new and different, is a great value, or from a producer worth checking out. For this week, my Wine Of The Week is the 2010 Breggo Cellars Gewürztraminer Ferrington Vineyard. The Winery Breggo Cellars is located in the City of Booneville in Anderson Valley AVA, which is…
TGIF Bubbly! 2012 Yorkville Cellars Sparkling Petit Verdot Brut Rosé
My wife and I usually make it a point to drink sparkling wine on a weekly basis. It’s typically Friday night…thus “T.G.I.F. Bubbly” It’s a celebration of sort, to the end of the work week. We switched it up a bit this week, because we always have a sparkling wine for Thanksgiving. We chose the 2012 Yorkville…
Wine of the Week: 2010 Campovida Zinfandel Chiarito Vineyard
Every Thursday I feature a wine I particularly enjoy, whether it’s something new and different, is a great value, or from a producer worth checking out. For this week, my Wine of the Week is the 2010 Campovida Zinfandel Chiarito Vineyard. The Winery Campovida is a family owned and operated certified organic farm and working vineyard located…
Wine of the Week: 2011 Navarro Vineyards Edelzwicker
Every Thursday I feature a wine I particularly enjoy, whether it’s something new and different, is a great value, or from a producer worth checking out. For this week, my Wine Of The Week is the 2011 Navarro Vineyards Edelzwicker. The Winery Navarro Vineyards is a family-owned winery that has been growing growing grapes, making wine…
Wine of the Week: 2005 Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley
My Wine Of The Week for November 3rd-9th is the 2005 Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley. The Winery Goldeneye winery in the was founded in 1996 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn of Duckhorn Vineyards, producers of one of Napa Valley’s most iconic Merlots. The winery is located in Philo, which is located in the Anderson Valley in western Mendocino County. Essentially, their…
Wine Of The Week: 2009 Copain Syrah Les Voisins
My Wine Of The Week for October 13 – October 19 is the 2009 Copain Syrah Les Voisins. The Winery Copain Winery was founded by winemaker Wells Guthrie in 1999. The winery sits atop a hillside with an astounding view of the Russian River Valley. As I looked out over the valley on gorgeous Indian summer day, I was struck with a…
T.G.I.F. Champagne And The Like…Piper Sonoma Brut
This week’s bubbly tasting features Piper Sonoma, the California label of French Champagne house Piper-Heidseick
What’s Your Favorite Wine Tasting Region In California?
If you HAD to pick one wine-tasting region in California as your favorite, what would it be?