Wine Review of the Week

Each Monday we post a new review of a typically low-production wine in our Wine of the Week section and feature everything from prestigious Champagnes to value Cabernet Sauvignons. Our special selections, which are often chosen from boutique wineries, are picked to match the season. Be sure to check back each week to learn about our latest featured wine.

February 6, 2012

Wine label of Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards Decadencia Dessert Wine, our wine of the week

Wilson Creek Decadencia
Made from Old Vine Zinfandel blended with a touch of natural chocolate, Wilson Creek's Decadencia dessert wine would make a unique finish to a romantic Valentine's Day meal.

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January 30, 2012

Wine label of Charles Krug 2008 Family Reserve Generations, our wine of the week

Charles Krug 2008 Family Reserve Generations
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2008 Family Reserve Generations is a well-balanced wine, showing racy red cherry and blackberry acidity.

January 23, 2012

Wine label of Belle Glos 2009 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir, our wine of the week

Belle Glos 2009 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir
This 2009 vintage hails from the Santa Maria Valley, on California's Central Coast. Offering a burst of flavor when it hits the mouth, it is a wine for those who like their Pinot Noir big.

January 16, 2012

Wine label of Andis Wines 2009 Petite Sirah, our wine of the week

Andis Wines 2009 Petite Sirah
Produced at one of the most state-of-the-art wineries in all the Sierra Foothills, Andis Wines 2009 Petite Sirah offers flavors of tart pomegranate and cherry, blackberry and a hint of cocoa and spice.

January 9, 2012
Thomas George Estates 2009 Pinot Blanc Saralee's Vineyard

January 2, 2012
Stoller Vineyards 2007 SV Estate Pinot Noir

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