by George Bato | May 6, 2026
FAR NIENTE2024 CHARDONNAY NAPA VALLEY There’s a certain style of California Chardonnay that announces itself the moment you open the bottle. Buttery, broad, oaky enough that you’re basically drinking furniture. It’s Chardonnay with the bass cranked...
by George Bato | Nov 27, 2024
FAR NIENTE2023 CHARDONNAY NAPA VALLEY A legacy of excellence and luxury, Far Niente Chardonnay has been captivating wine lovers since its debut in 1979. With roots dating back to 1885, the estate’s story is as rich as its wines. Prohibition halted operations in 1919,...
by George Bato | May 7, 2024
CONVENEby DAN KOSTA 2019 PINOT NOIRCAMPBELL RANCH VINEYARDSONOMA COAST Dan Kosta is a trailblazer in high-quality domestic Pinot Noir, a luminary who, alongside Michael Browne, co-founded Kosta Browne Winery in 1997. Known for his steadfast pursuit of perfection,...
by George Bato | Jan 27, 2024
DuMOL RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY “I was blown away by the wines I tasted from DuMOL this year. Two thousand twenty-one is one of the greatest vintages I have tasted here.” —Anotnio Galloni, Vinous Media (The two thousand twenty-two vintage is looking...
by George Bato | Dec 22, 2023
WINE COUNTRY CONNECTIONTOP 10 WINES OF 2023 At Wine Country Connection, our Top 10 Wines of 2023 feature the most enthralling and impressive wines, resulting from a year filled with a tremendous amount of tastings, new friends, and industry connections. Radiating with...
