El Enemigo Cabernet Franc 2021

By |August 20, 2024|Categories: , , , |

El Enemigo Cabernet Franc 2021 has a ruby red color with soft violet tones. On the nose the wine has intense aromas notes of cassis, ripe currants, and sweet spices including black pepper and cloves. On the palate it has notes of ripe red fruits with hints of eucalyptus and tagged black pepper. This wine has an excellent balance and elegance with a well-structured, persistent finish. Pair it with grilled game meats.

Chateau La Gorce Medoc 2019

By |December 6, 2023|Categories: , , , |

Château La Gorce is an organically farmed Left Bank Bordeaux estate, classified as a Cru Bourgeois. The château is located in the Médoc appellation, the furthest north appellation in Bordeaux, a few miles north of St. Estèphe. Sandwiched between the Gironde river and the Atlantic ocean, with gravel, clay and limestone soils, Médoc wines are concentrated and savoury.

The Cru Bourgeois classification is a well-respected, long-standing classification for Left Bank Bordeaux wines, usually made from a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon. Cru Bourgeois châteaux are typically considered one qualitative step below their Grand Cru Classé neighbors, but are well known for their exceptional value, frequently producing very affordable wines that can nonetheless easily improve for 15-20 years. The Cru Bourgeois classification is made every five years, and is based on a blind tasting by a professional panel as well as other criteria, ensuring quality.

La Gorce is a delicious, satisfying Bordeaux, rich yet dry, ripe but savory. It will appeal to lovers of classic Bordeaux and other French red wines.

Clos Floridene Rouge 2019

By |February 13, 2024|Categories: , , , |

Clos Floridene Rouge 2016 is a red wine from the Graves region of Bordeaux. It is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot  grapes. On the nose, this wine displays aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, and vanilla, along with hints of tobacco, leather, and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and a touch of oak. The tannins are firm and well-integrated, providing a long and complex finish. This wine is an excellent match for grilled and roasted red meats, such as beef or lamb, as well as hearty stews and strong cheeses. It can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years to come, as it has the potential to age and develop more complexity over time.

Chateau Caroline Moulis-en-Medoc 2018

By |April 25, 2023|Categories: , , , |

Château Caroline is a red wine produced in the Moulis-en-Médoc appellation, located in the Bordeaux region. The 2018 vintage is considered an excellent year for Bordeaux wines, with ideal growing conditions resulting in high-quality grapes. Château Caroline Moulis-en-Médoc 2018 is made predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot. The wine has a deep ruby color and a complex aroma profile that includes notes of blackcurrant, cherry, tobacco, and vanilla. On the palate, Château Caroline Moulis-en-Médoc 2018 is full-bodied with a rich texture and silky tannins. The wine is well-balanced with a good acidity, and the flavors of blackcurrant and cherry are accompanied by subtle hints of spice and oak. Overall, Château Caroline Moulis-en-Médoc 2018 is a beautiful  Bordeaux wine. It would pair well with grilled meats or hearty stews and can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years.

Patricia Green Pinot Noir Reserve 2022

By |February 2, 2024|Categories: , , , , |

Patty Green and Jim Anderson started Patricia Green Cellars in 2000 after walking away from a very successful winery that they had built up since its inception in 1993. As karma would have it they were offered the opportunity, out of almost nowhere, to purchase a winery and vineyard that were located in the area that would become to be known as the Ribbon Ridge AVA. The winery was built on the idea that there were great vineyards in Oregon that could produce uniquely excellent wines if people dedicated themselves to the farming and winemaking necessary to do so. Over many vintages that ideal expanded as experience was gained, the winery grew and the sophistication of the vision adapted to the times.

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