The name, in case you wondered, reportedly originates from founder Frank Woods’ plan to name the new winery “Woods Vineyard.” His children, who were studying French at the time, suggested the more exotic “Clos du Bois” instead, which loosely translates to “enclosure in the woods.” Grape(s): Chardonnay Winery: Clos Du Bois Region: Russian River Valley, ...
Clos du Bois farms more than 900 acres in the renowned Alexander Valley in northern Sonoma County and gathers top-quality fruit from other growers throughout Sonoma County and in key growing regions of Coastal California — some of whom we’ve been working with for decades. Grape(s): Malvasia Bianca Winery: Clos Du Bois Region: Russian River ...
Grape(s): Syrah Winery: Wente Vineyards Region: Livermore Year: 2007 Special Designation: Shorthorn Canyon Price: 10-15 Review Aromas of bright cherry and red plum highlight the nose, with a note of leather lingering in the background. A sip brings forth flavors of plum, black cherry, smoked meats, vanilla, and a refreshing kick of pepper. With a ...
Mick and Jeannette McQueen farm the Clements Hills region, a sub-AVA located in the larger Lodi AVA. This 42 acre vineyard is 150 feet above sea level and is planted on Ramoth sandy loam, a soil type which contains granitic rock sources. The depth to the water table is no more than seven feet, and ...
After retiring from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1967, Norman (Bud) Robinson and wife Helen (Dinky) Robinson purchased 78 acres in the Napa Valley. An idea of vineyards was planted by friends and neighbors Nathan Fay and Father Tom Turnbull and that was all it took to get the Robinsons inspired. Grape(s): Cabernet ...
The 2007 Sonoma County harvest was smaller than normal; however, the fruit quality was exceptionally high. There was little winter rainfall, which affected both the size and the timing of the 2007 vintage. The berry size was smaller than average, thus affecting the cluster weight, which resulted in highly concentrated fruit. Grape(s): Zinfandel Winery: Rancho ...
During the 2007 growing season, the summer months were dry, with no rain to threaten rot or mildew, a factor that is particularly relevant in the growth of exceptional Zinfandel. Warm sunshine developed ripe flavors, and cool evening temperatures allowed for slow and even maturation while maintaining proper levels of acidity. Grape(s): Zinfandel Winery: Rancho ...
The Galante Family has a long history in the Monterey area. Owner Jack Galante’s great grandfather, J.F. Devendorf, was the founder of the town of Carmel. In 1994, Jack Galante decided to build a winery and use some of his grapes to produce ultra-premium estate bottled wines. Grape(s): Pinot Noir Winery: Galante Vineyards Region: Monterey, ...
Sacramento’s premiere wine and food fest is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Wineries, restaurants, and microbrews will serve their...
The Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association invites you to enjoy the wineries of this extraordinary appellation! As a Passport...
