June 5, 2010
Hahn Estates now owns 650 SLH vineyard acres that range in elevation from 200 to 1,200 feet. The Hahn SLH wines, which epitomize the appellation as well as the passion and commitment of the Hahn Family, are created from the fruit of these meticulously planted hillside vineyards. These wines are produced completely in the Santa ...
June 2, 2010
The partners of Lockwood Vineyard, Paul Toeppen, Phil Johnson and Butch Lindley, who have cumulative vineyard management experience of over 90 years, first planted the large 1,850 acre estate vineyard in 1981 after concluding that the parcel was perfect for growing premium grapes. They chose a remote area nestled at the base of the Santa ...
June 2, 2010
Perhaps the most highly prized white grape of Spain and Portugal, Albariño is in many ways the crown jewel of Iberian whites. Famous for the crisp, full-flavored wines it produces in Galicia, this varietal is also used to make the refreshing but comparatively lightweight Vinho Verde of the Minho Valley in Portugal. Grape(s): Albarino Winery: ...
June 2, 2010
Long recognized as the flagship varietal of the Iberian Peninsula, Tempranillo has been the basis of noble wines for centuries. Famed for its role as the primary component of Spain’s Rioja, Tempranillo is an indispensible feature of the Spanish viticultural landscape and is one of the most widely planted varietals in Spain and Portugal. Just ...
June 2, 2010
Touriga is the name applied to a pair of Portuguese varietals that create exceptional wines prized for their richness and remarkable aromatics. Though U.S. labeling laws only allow the use of the generic term “Touriga”, in truth, this designation usually refers to either one or both of the two varietals known in Portugal as Touriga ...
June 2, 2010
Their Cosecheiro is an estate-grown blend that derives its name from the Spanish cosechero, referring to the small, independent winegrowers of the Iberian Peninsula. The 2006 vintage is comprised of Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, and Tinto Cão sourced from their Y Ranch and Home Ranch vineyards in the San Antonio Valley. These components were ...
May 23, 2010
Monterey Bay Aquarium – June 10th, 7:30 -10:30 p.m. 2010 Prepare to thoroughly enjoy a night at the Monterey Bay Aquarium unlike any other! When the doors of the Grand Tasting open at The Monterey Bay Aquarium guests will receive a commemorative wine glass and be welcomed to a world class venue unlike any ...
May 18, 2010
Kali Hart is named for Robbert Talbott’s youngest daughter, Kalin Hart. First introduced in 1999 (1997 vintage), the style of this wine is meant to showcase regional characteristics of the cool growing area of the Monterey County. Grape(s): Chardonnay Winery: Talbott Vineyards Region: Monterey County Year: 2008 Special Designation: Kali Hart Price: 15-20 This is ...
May 18, 2010
Ancient gravel, left by the meandering Salinas River, is one of the key reasons why Lorelei’s Vineyard Riesling is worthy of a single vineyard bottling. The climate of this distinctive location is cool to very cold and heavily influenced by the frigid, mile deep waters of the nearby Monterey Bay. Grape(s): Riesling Winery: Ludwig ...
May 4, 2010
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, ...