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The Back Label E03 – Scot Bilbro, Marietta Cellars

July 17, 2020

Scot Bilbro is the owner and winemaker at Marietta Cellars, a California wine institution since 1978. Marietta farms nearly 400 acres of vineyards, including some of the oldest Grenache and Syrah plots in the country.

Introducing Marietta Cellars

July 17, 2020

VINTUS welcomes Marietta Cellars, an innovator and institution of quality California wines since 1978.

The Best Pinot Noirs Willamette Valley Has to Offer

July 17, 2020

Forbes Magazine highlights Ponzi Vineyards as one of the top Pinot Noir producers of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Contributor Michelle Williams spent the past year researching the valley’s top producers to […]

20 Reds Under $20: Where the Values Live, for Now

July 22, 2020

In staying with the current political times, visa-vi the 25 percent tariff and looming increase (please submit comments in opposition HERE), the New York Times recommends avoiding the historic wine […]

When Simplicity Can Be a Winemaking Virtue

July 22, 2020

In the widely popular monthly column, Wine School, produced by Eric Asimov of the New York Times, the topic of the consumer’s aversion to “sweet wines” tackled. Asimov explains that, […]

Rave Review: 2017 Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir

July 22, 2020

The Nittany Epicurean recently reviewed the 2017 Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir and awarded the wine the below rave review!  “The wine showed a light ruby color. Cherry, […]

Bottle Service: What to Drink Now

July 23, 2020

As the country’s leading lifestyle culinary publication, Food & Wine knows that readers are constantly seeking exciting, refreshing ways to enjoy fresh summer produce this season and tips on wines […]

What Ray’s Pouring Now

July 23, 2020

Food & Wine Executive Wine Editor Ray Isle shared his favorite things to drink this summer in the publication’s August issue, including Bonanto Aperitivo. He explains, “Made by a sommelier […]

Calistoga Ranch and Chateau Montelena partner for a new tasting experience

July 23, 2020

The Weekly Calistogan highlighted a new partnership between the luxurious Calistoga Ranch and Chateau Montelena. In essence, Chateau Montelena developed three exclusive tasting experiences for resort guests to enjoy without […]

Wine Review: Gary Farrell Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir

July 23, 2020

Wine Review Online published a 94 Pt review of Gary Farrell Winery’s Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016. Critic Marguerite Thomas writes, “deep and dark in color, this gorgeous Pinot Noir […]

E. Guigal Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2019, Rhône Valley, France

July 24, 2020

Vinepair columnist Ed Deitch highlighted Guigal’s vibrant Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2019 in his most recent write up. In addition to differentiating this style from those produced in Provence, Deitch […]

The Back Label E01 – Bo Barrett, Chateau Montelena

July 24, 2020

In our very first episode, Jesse Levine sat down with Bo Barrett of Chateau Montelena. Having been at the forefront of the winemaking scene in Napa Valley since the 1976 Judgement of Paris, Bo had plenty of stories to share about the history of the estate and explains why it took just about fifty years to figure out he was “doing it right.”

Top 100 Italian White Wines for the Summer

July 24, 2020

As part of his extensive program of content on Italian wines, James Suckling rounds his top 100 Italian white wines to enjoy this summer. The list proudly boasts several wine […]

Bollinger’s ‘Baby Brother’ Champagne Gives a Reason to Celebrate

July 29, 2020

Bloomberg Wine Columnist Elin McCoy’s latest column is dedicated to the launch of Champagne Bollinger PN VZ15. Arriving in the U.S. market this September, Elin had the opportunity to participate […]

The Back Label E04 – Theresa Heredia, Gary Farrell Winery

July 31, 2020

“My approach to winemaking is very much about taking advantage of specific vineyard and fruit qualities,” says Theresa. “I like to tailor the winemaking techniques specifically to each block of fruit that we receive separately. My job is to treat it as gently as possible so that we end up with a balanced wine.”

On Wines: Day Tripping to Chateau Montelena

August 3, 2020

Sacramento Magazine chronicles a recent day trip to Chateau Montelena, sharing in detail the safety measures and new protocols put in place for both a safe and fulfilling winery visit. […]

Gary Farrell Russian River Neighborhood Vignettes Series: Green Valley

August 5, 2020

In the ongoing “Neighborhoods of the Russian River Valley”, Gary Farrell Wine Maker Theresa Heredia discusses the Green Valley.This is the only neighborhood that is an official sub-appellation of the […]

Ponzi Launches “Together”

August 7, 2020

The Aspen Times wrote a story highlighting a new limited edition wine from Ponzi Vineyards. The wine, Together, is a 2017 Pinot noir with 100% of profits dedicated to supporting the […]

E. Guigal Makes Big Acquisitions in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

August 8, 2020

Wine Spectator reports that the esteemed Northern Rhône producer, the Guigal family, has acquired the Domaine Les Clefs d’Or in Châteauneuf-du-Pâpe. No stranger to the southern Rhône, Phillipe Guigal started […]