Scalon
Two Shepherds
Ceja Farms Grenache Rosé 2014
Third Rosé of the tasting is the Grenache Rosé from Two Shepherd Wines. Absolutely beautiful in color, completely different than the Tercero Wines and a deeper and darker color than the Scalon Cellars. This Rosé was a deep rose pink almost magenta pink. Nose kept changing over the evening and even the next day. Straight out of the glass this wine attacked with strawberries and some white cherries. As it opened up there was a savory twist to it, very appealing for us. Moderate acidity (7/10), slightly less than the Tercero but was nicely balanced and in line with the moderate plus body. Beautiful texture and complexity. Acidity gripped the sides of your mouth mid palate and left you with a slight puckered feeling. Slightly dry finish that felt like it would not end. We enjoyed it best above fridge temperature, but give it a chance to warm up a little, the complexity continues to grow. Completely agree that we need to grab a few more of these before they are gone! Drink now till 2021. — 8 years ago
Scalon
Priority Red Cabernet Franc 2013
This is actually the 2013 Cabernet Franc by Julien.
Dark and deep ruby red. Tons of red fruits and a bit of cinnamon on the nose. Soft attack but lush too and layered in spices and red fruits. Great structure and pretty rounded. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Slightly dry and long finish. All from the Caldwell Vineyard. Drink till 2036. — 7 years ago
Tercero
Vogelzang Vineyard Mourvèdre Rosé 2015
First Rose of the tasting is the Mourvedre Rose from Tercero Wines. Absolutely beautiful in color, completely different than the Two Shepherds and the Scalon Cellars. Bright, clear and light orangey pink, almost like peach or beige. Nose was coated with white and tropical fruits such as guava, white peaches, lychee, and some light green apples. So much going on but a lot more complex than just the clean fruits. There was also a slight dirty fruit side accompanied with some light wood chips and wet stones as it warmed up. Strong acidity with a crisp, tangy, beautifully tart and refreshing body. Started out with guava and lychee on the palate that definitely brought out some additional tartiness in the white and red fruits. As it opened up there were some slight savory notes with a little wet grass like right after a rain storm. Very refreshing. Long and lingering finish. Was a little tight to start but by the end we were very impressed! Cannot wait to try more of the wines made by Larry. Highly recommend and drink till 2022. — 8 years ago
Scalon Cellars
Napa Valley Syrah Rosé 2014
Second Rosé of the tasting is the Syrah Rosé from Scalon Cellars. Beautiful and bright pink in color, completely different than the Tercero Wines and a shade lighter than the Two Shepherds. Nose started out with some strawberries, red berries and some light vanilla. As it opened up over the evening it developed some rose petals and light white floral notes. Beautifully crisp and refreshing. Slightly sweet with a good amount of white and red fruits such as strawberries and white peaches on the palate. Moderate acidity (6.5/10) and smooth body. Long crisp and off-dry finish. Drink till 2020. — 8 years ago
Scalon
Priority Red Blend 2013
Second vintage of Scalon Cellars and last wine for Thanksgiving. Floral, perfume and a not so nice cherry medicine. I honestly still feel that it needs 6+ hours of decant. Given 2 hours already. I looked up online because we were very confused where all the perfume came from. Guess where? Pinot Noir which there is 25%. I hope they do not do this next year but we will see. Tannins are high 7.5/10, and sharp body. Definitely need to wait a few years before touching these again. Ruby red with purplish rim. — 8 years ago
Daniel Anderson
Full but soft Cab that’s balanced with its fruit notes. Easy but rewarding drink on its own. Decanted for 2 hours. — 2 months ago