First Trip to Wine Country -- Mondavi or Shafer
May 2nd, 2007, 05:34 PM
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I can't find my tasting notes (probably in DH's office) so I went down to the cellar. Here's what we have:
Maggie's Reserve Zin 2004
Richard Sauret Zin 1999, 2001,2003 and 2004
Aperico Co Zin 2004
Hendry Vineyard Reserve Zin 2004
Rhodes Vyd.Redwood Valley Pet.Sirah 2004
Solano Co Syrah England-Shaw Vyd 2004
SF Bay Mourvedre 2004
I'm really glad you put me through this strenuous task. That 1999 needs rescuing! I fear that, as the French would say,
Il a tourne en vinaigre, Mon dieu!!
Maggie's Reserve Zin 2004
Richard Sauret Zin 1999, 2001,2003 and 2004
Aperico Co Zin 2004
Hendry Vineyard Reserve Zin 2004
Rhodes Vyd.Redwood Valley Pet.Sirah 2004
Solano Co Syrah England-Shaw Vyd 2004
SF Bay Mourvedre 2004
I'm really glad you put me through this strenuous task. That 1999 needs rescuing! I fear that, as the French would say,
Il a tourne en vinaigre, Mon dieu!!
May 2nd, 2007, 06:02 PM
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A lot of the wineries you are visiting in Sonoma have their wines everywhere. I would encourage you to go 'off the beaten path' a bit. Off the top of my head - Preston, Quivera, Ledson, BR Cohn, Gary Farrell or Seghesio. As the joke goes in Sonoma. The dump buckets you see on every table, well, those will be shipped to Mondavi at days end. Enjoy !!
May 2nd, 2007, 07:06 PM
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Stop in at Loxton and Wellington (on Dunbar Road just off Hwy 12 in Kenwood). Chris Loxton used to be one of the winemakers at Wellington, but opened his own place about 4 years ago. Great reds at both sites and they are spittin' distance from each other.
May 3rd, 2007, 12:29 AM
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I did't ask to put you thorugh, as you say, "this strenououis task". You didn't even have to translate into French, which, BTW, is not what I think I would consider how the French might trally phrase what it is you are trying to say.
I don't drink the wines that you posted, but since my contention was why would you claim Rosenblum wines to be not available anywhwere, my local Supermarkets in the North east has most of the Rosenblum Zin's that you have in your cellar ... at about the same cost (sometimes cheaper) that they are sold by the winery's website.
I don't drink the wines that you posted, but since my contention was why would you claim Rosenblum wines to be not available anywhwere, my local Supermarkets in the North east has most of the Rosenblum Zin's that you have in your cellar ... at about the same cost (sometimes cheaper) that they are sold by the winery's website.
May 3rd, 2007, 06:49 AM
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It sounds like you have a great trip planned. We are thinking of a similar trip and I'm hoping to use some of your advice. People have given a lot of suggestions on small wineries in Sonoma, but what about smaller more intimate wineries in Napa?
May 3rd, 2007, 10:49 AM
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BR Cohn and Ledson are nice suggestions. We also like the wines from Imagery, especially their Viognier. Gundlach-Bundschu also has some really nice Pinot Noir. Their grounds are gorgeous and there is a small lake there which is scenic. This is a very nice spot for a picnic before your wine tasting in the area. ***kim*** 
May 3rd, 2007, 03:23 PM
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Hey LLindaCC!
No, you didn't rattle my cage, not in in same way that you admitted that I made you run to your closet to count your bottles of cheap zinfandels.
I was just pointing out the fact that the wineries you liked and suggested are as ordinarily available in all drugstores and supermarket counters as the one that you specified to be.
No, you didn't rattle my cage, not in in same way that you admitted that I made you run to your closet to count your bottles of cheap zinfandels.
I was just pointing out the fact that the wineries you liked and suggested are as ordinarily available in all drugstores and supermarket counters as the one that you specified to be.
May 4th, 2007, 12:19 AM
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bill boy, you are one pompous a@@
What I have in my CELLAR, not closet, is not all I taste in a winery. Don't I wish I could own every wine I taste. My bottles are between $25-70 of the Rosenblum, that is a small fraction of what we have in our CELLAR, not closet.Just because YOU don't enjoy CA Zins doesn't make you smarter or have better taste than anyone else. Wine is a highly personal thing. To the OP- the winery experience is different from place to place. There are some small fun wineries such as Foppiano whose winery boasts lots of old train memorabilia. J Winery- very smart, modern food pairings. Places such as Imagery have a wine art exhibition. We've been there every year over the last 7 years and there are always new discoveries. Ask for advice from winery owners, innkeepers, etc.
What I have in my CELLAR, not closet, is not all I taste in a winery. Don't I wish I could own every wine I taste. My bottles are between $25-70 of the Rosenblum, that is a small fraction of what we have in our CELLAR, not closet.Just because YOU don't enjoy CA Zins doesn't make you smarter or have better taste than anyone else. Wine is a highly personal thing. To the OP- the winery experience is different from place to place. There are some small fun wineries such as Foppiano whose winery boasts lots of old train memorabilia. J Winery- very smart, modern food pairings. Places such as Imagery have a wine art exhibition. We've been there every year over the last 7 years and there are always new discoveries. Ask for advice from winery owners, innkeepers, etc.
May 4th, 2007, 06:04 AM
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LLindaC, Thanks so much for all of your suggestions. They all look like great unique wineries to visit. That is exactly what we are looking for -- different types of wineries that offer different experiences and great wine.
May 4th, 2007, 11:52 AM
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LlindaC, you degenerate one!
You'd better watch what you call me in your posts.
Just because I pointed out out that your winery suggestions are pretty much the supermarket brands that you claim them as not to be, you get your panties bunched up in a terrible knot.
Where in my posts did write that I did not like CA zinfandels? Yes, I posted that I don't drink the ones that you keep in your basement closet, but that was it.
Given your recent response to me, I am definitely sure and will declare that I am much more smarter and have better taste than you with your cheap wines theat cook up in your closet!
You'd better watch what you call me in your posts.
Just because I pointed out out that your winery suggestions are pretty much the supermarket brands that you claim them as not to be, you get your panties bunched up in a terrible knot.
Where in my posts did write that I did not like CA zinfandels? Yes, I posted that I don't drink the ones that you keep in your basement closet, but that was it.
Given your recent response to me, I am definitely sure and will declare that I am much more smarter and have better taste than you with your cheap wines theat cook up in your closet!
May 4th, 2007, 03:35 PM
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Angela, here's a link to William Harrison.
http://www.whwines.com/wines.html
It's worth visiting because of the history. We have a bottle of that $90 one that I'm hiding.
billboy, my husband read all that you wrote about me and he says whatever gender you prefer, you need some lovin. And not with yourself.
http://www.whwines.com/wines.html
It's worth visiting because of the history. We have a bottle of that $90 one that I'm hiding.
billboy, my husband read all that you wrote about me and he says whatever gender you prefer, you need some lovin. And not with yourself.
May 5th, 2007, 06:42 AM
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Everyone is talking about the wines they have in their cellars...I only have two in my refrigerator. I'm going to Sonoma in June and I think i'd like advice on where to go for a basic wine tasting/appreciation course.
May 5th, 2007, 07:09 AM
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I'll second the seggestions of Imagery (in Sonoma) & Regusci (in Napa). BR Cohn also has some great olive oil. Also, the wine maker @ Armida is great - they make Sin Zin & some other fun stuff, gaelle - Sonoma is very user friendly. Many will be happy to share their knowledge & answer any questions you may have. If you have the time and are staying in Healdsburg or Sonoma go to one of the local wine consortiums. You may be able to taste a larger variety there, and many offer very informative tastings. The best way to learn, is to just do it.
May 5th, 2007, 08:35 AM
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We like Peju in Rutherford (Napa Valley). It is fun there and the gardens are lovely. Often lots of singing and silliness in the tasting room and I love their cabs. Also I really like their Savignon Blanc and, surprisingly, the Chardonnay. Wines only available at the winery, small family-owned.
