by George Bato | Jul 30, 2023
WALTER HANSEL 2021 PINOT NOIRTHE ESTATE VINEYARD RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY Stephen Hansel turned out a brilliant set of 2021 Pinots that confirm all the promise I sensed in the tank samples just prior to bottling. The 2021s are deep, beautifully perfumed, and...
by George Bato | Jun 20, 2023
MASSICANANNIA WHITE WINE BLEND CALIFORNIAT 2022 Are you tired of the same old boring wines? Ready to step out of your comfort zone and try something new and exciting? Look no further than Massican, the brainchild of the legendary winemaker Dan Petroski. Dan Petroski...
by George Bato | May 1, 2023
The Napa Valley, located in Northern California, is home to several American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), each with its own unique climate, soil, and topography, which contribute to the distinct character of the wines produced from these regions. American Viticultural...
by George Bato | Apr 27, 2023
DuMOL 2021 SPRING RELEASES “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 Masterfully blended by Winemaker/Partner, Adam Smith and...
by George Bato | Mar 19, 2023
FAR NIENTE2021 CHARDONNAY NAPA VALLEY John Benson founded Far Niente in 1885, and the winery was a notable stronghold in Napa Valley until Prohibition closed the gates in 1919. Sixty years later, Gil Nickel purchased and restored the property with a vision to create a...
