09/26/2024 Tasting Notes*

Napa Valley Albariño (2023)

The 2023 Albariño comes from the Stewart Ranch in the south Napa Estuary and the Dunlap Vineyard off Los Carneros Avenue. This vintage offers aromas of pear, vanilla cookie, Babcock peach and hints of lime leaf. The crisp palate has flavors of kumquat, quince and almond, with a satiny texture and refreshing finish.

Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc (2022)

The Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc expresses freshness and bright fruit, with no perceptible oak character. This vintage offers aromas of white peach, honeydew melon and lemongrass. The palate is bright and refreshing with mouthwatering acidity adding energy to the crisp finish.

Napa Valley Chardonnay Carly's Cuvée (2022)

The 2022 Carly’s Cuvee Chardonnay is beautifully crafted with fresh aromas of pears, golden apple, lemon chiffon, hazelnut, white flowers, and a hint of oak. On the palate, the wine shows excellent intensity and balance, with flavors of melon, pineapple and citrus.

Carneros Pinot Noir Stewart Ranch (2021)

The 2021 Stewart Ranch Pinot Noir has welcoming aromas of wild cherry, clove, baking spices and elderberry. The palate is graceful and balanced, with savory spicy plum, tart red currant, and a satiny texture on the finish.

The Barrel Blend (2020)

Blend: 57% Malbec, 20% Merlot, 10% Petit Sirah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Syrah

The Barrel has aromas of deep black cherry and boysenberry fruit are under laid by spicy vanilla flavored oak, along with supporting flavors of raspberry, plum, licorice, and chocolate (Winemaker's tasting notes).

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (2021)

Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot

The grapes for this vintage were carefully blended to give the wine power and balance. This Cabernet displays aromas of ripe berries, cassis, and mocha. Rich fruit and ripe tannins define the style of this wine.

*These wines are currently scheduled for the 09/26/2024 tasting. Changes to this lineup may be made at any time. You must be 21 years or older to attend a tasting.