Napa Family Vineyards

• December 2013

  Our friend, Outthere, has made us aware of the Historic Vineyard Society, and I, personally, have enjoyed reading about his experiences with the society, and his interactions with some of the producers who source from these vineyards.  Yesterday, Mrs. Emark handed me an article entitled "The Battle for America's Oldest Vines" that she had clippe... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Old California Vines

  
  

• November 2013

  It’s always a good time to be talking about Chardonnay, but never better than now. As we lead into the holidays many will be faced with making the daunting choice of bringing a bottle or two to dinner. It’s a perilous responsibility fraught with potential for disaster, but it doesn’t have to be. When in this position stop trying to be the hero a... Read More

  From the article A Baker's Dozen: $30 Chardonnay

  
  

• November 2013

  As I sit here trying to come to some conclusion it occurs to me that perhaps I am going about this all wrong. I amafter all a wine snob. Yes, it’s true, I am biased and I know it. I am first and foremost a red wine drinkerso when I think of the best regions my thoughts automatically run towards things like Nebbiolo and Piedmont, PinotNoir and Bu... Read More

  From the article Region of the Year 2013

  
  

• November 2013

  It's not often that I have a plan. Well, a detailed plan at least.. Some sort of a plan not being a requirement for those in this business. But a detailed plan, and over-arching theme for a visit to wine country can certainly come in handy.  This month’s, or rather last month’s theme was, surprisingly enough: Zinfandel. I say surprisingly becaus... Read More

  From the article The Best of Zinfandel

  
  

• October 2013

  UPDATED! The reveal has begun.Open your packageShare your gift with the CommunityTake a guess at who sent it to you Players:Lingprof - Has received her wine Napagirl68 - 2012 Failla Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir JonDerry - 2001 Miguel Merino Rioja Reserva and 2005 Infinito Malbec Foxall - 2010 Ogier Saint-Joseph Outthere - 2011 Holdredge Pinot Noir "M... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Secret Santa 2013 for wine....

  
  

• October 2013

  2013 brought new mega wine/beer/cigar stores to the Portland, Or./Vancouver Wa. area. We went from going from little wine shops with limited selections to 2 stores with over 2500 different wines each.This is nice because you can plan ahead, check your wine rack or cellar and go on line to pick your selections. Once you've determined what you wan... Read More

  Forum post in the topic New Wine Mega Stores

  
  

• October 2013

  Here's some inside Snooth scoop on a cool opportunity.Oberon Wines is sponsoring a contest where the winner gets to work alongside their winemaker for a week, among other nice prizes. Snooth friends, here's your chance. I, unfortunately, am ineligible :-(   Entry DetailsDiscuss why you should be the Winemaker's Apprentice.Maximum 2 minutes per v... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Wanna be a Winemaker's...

  
  

• September 2013

  We're heading back to (my favorite wine region) Russian River the first weekend in October and are looking for advice on what to do and what to expect.  We've been to RRV several times but only during the off season.  Is there anything special we should do at this time of year, and conversely, is there anything we should avoid? Read More

  Forum post in the topic Seeking Advice for Russian...

  
  
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  September 2013

  Lucienne Vineyards Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir 2011

  Snoothrank:

  No written review

  Wine review by Mr Dolce

  
  
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  July 2013

  Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay Napa 2011

  Snoothrank:

  Bright on the nose and a bit waxy with some banana aromas floating under the perfumey oak. Entering the mouth with strong lemon curd, melon and peach flavors in a soft, moderately creamy style that is broad in the mouth, this is silky and fairly rich, with lots of flavor but not overpowering weight. The midpalate shows a blip of tannin along wi... Read More

  Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

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