There's always a first time for everything. On this June evening, nearly thirty people gathered at Jan's home for a wine tasting. With that many people, a bottl...
It spends 22 months in 85% European oak and 15% American oak. Brian called it a serious wine and said it "maybe needs more time to acquire a sense of humor."
By Jolee Pink
Drive up a long bumpy dirt road in the middle of the Valle de Guadalupe to be rewarded by the stunning, modern Decantos Winery built into t...
150 cases produced, Brian enjoyed the lovely perfumed nose and described it as "soft as rainwater in the mouth" and called it "a refined, superior wine."
Kim called it "Kool-Aid in a wine bottle." Al said it would be good for someone who doesn't drink wine. I deal if you're looking for a sweet summer sipper, but not a hit with the group.
Laura called it beautiful and full-bodied. Jan said it was very nice with a great nose and balance. Kim loved the nose and softness, but not the $45 price. I loved the violet color and mouthfeel. Jim called it a keeper. It scored better than four stars.
For a small boutique winery, Beach House’s wine tasting list is impressively extensive with sixteen varietals of whites and reds available to taste and purchase. Kimberly explains that “we wanted people to come and enjoy themselves, so, we’ve created something for everyone’s tastes.”
The friendly, engaging and knowledgeable staff highlighted each wine’s distinct characteristics. The 2014 Estate Grown Rose of Sangiovese is a classically dry French-style Rose with aromas of strawberry, watermelon and cherry, and flavors of berries and plum. The 2013 Barbera, aged in American oak literally popped with cherry, blackberry, and notes of pepper. The 2012 oak-aged Cabernet Sauvignon featured hints of black cherry and leather.
