2021 Occidental (Kistler) ‘Freestone-Occidental’ Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Wine geeks like us are always drawn to stories of brave pioneers who venture into inhospitable land with a dream for a singular vinous expression. One of our favorite stories is about the West Sonoma Coast and its exquisite Pinot Noir. Nested between the dramatic bluffs of […]
“No one really knows why this heavenly name was given to the property, but we certainly have committed ourselves to honour it!” – Baron Eric de Rothschild When searching for a value wine, one tried and true method is to seek out modestly priced selections from a legendary winemaking house. We know of few, if […]
Winemaker DAVID RAMEY Wine Spectrum honors David Ramey as Winemaker of the Year. David is one of the most respected and admired winemakers in the world. This year, he celebrates 50 years of winemaking. In his illustrious career, David has made an indelible contribution to the evolution and prestige of the Sonoma County wine community. […]
Each year Wine Spectrum reveals its Top Wines of the Year honoring the ‘best-of-the-best’ wines as well as Top Wine of The Year and Top Winemaker of The Year. The Top Wines of the Year represents hours of tasting & evaluation by our wine buyers to select the best wines for your enjoyment. You […]
It comes as no shock that millennials are shying away from that big, buttery Chardonnay that was popular back in the ’80s. What they are craving is a bit more crisp, light, and easy-drinking. Rosé seemed to satisfy the taste buds of the newer generation, but another varietal has seemed to be on the up-tick: […]
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There’s a point in time when the typical wine lover begins searching for an intellectual component to their wine appreciation. Enter Pinot Noir. Originally from France’s Burgundy region—Pinot Noir makes an intensely flavored, complex, high-acid wine with incredible longevity. Pinot Noir is the most highly prized wine in the world. It’s considered the most sensuous […]
Each year Wine Spectrum reveals its Top Wines of the Year honoring the ‘best-of-the-best’ wines as well as Top Wine of The Year and Top Winemaker of The Year. The Top Wines of the Year represents hours of tasting & evaluation by our wine buyers to select the best wines for your enjoyment. You […]
2021 Wine of The Year—2018 Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley $65 2021’s Winemaker of the Year, Julien Fayard crafts an outstanding Cabernet that delivers on value—the Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is from the stunning 2018 vintage. WSI4+ VIN92 The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Le Pich is absolutely gorgeous. Ripe, plummy and so enticing, […]
Winemaker JULIEN FAYARD Wine Spectrum honors Julien Fayard as Winemaker of the Year. Known as a Frenchman, “terroir whisperer,” 100PT winemaker, winery owner and avid surfer—Fayard is one of Napa Valley’s most respected consulting winemakers with two decades of winemaking experience. Two-time honoree Fayard was also awarded 2016’s Winemaker of the Year. The quality, consistency […]
“Wine is indeed a gift, it even has its own Roman god, Bacchus, the god of wine and revelry.” The holiday planning season is upon us! Show your appreciation with a Wine Spectrum curated gift set or customize a wine gift for someone special. Curated Gift Sets We’ve curated some of the best wines from California’s prestigious producers to International […]
