2023 BEST IN SHOW (tie)- ALAMEDA COUNTY
A vibrant aroma of strawberry, raspberry and watermelon is revealed in the bouquet. On the palate, crisp and refreshing layers of strawberry and cherry comes to life with hints of stone fruit. The finish is clean and mouthwatering with fruit, floral and subtle mint lingering lightly.
2023 BEST IN CLASS RED BLENDS- TVC
50% Petite Sirah, 16% Malbec, 16% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Primitivo, 4% Petit Verdot
The nose reveals a bouquet of black berry, blueberry, cherry and plum with spice and earthy undertones. The palate has a medium-plus mouthfeel with vibrant ripe red fruit and good acid balance. The finish is complex and lingering as the bold fruit softens with soft oak and tannins.
2023 SILVER MEDAL RED BLENDS- TVC
39% Sangiovese, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Tempranillo, 15% Petite Sirah.
The Luna Del Valle is rich and complex, revealing a bouquet of dark fruit with hints of leather, cedar, spice and aromatics. The palate reveals a soft and well-rounded mouthfeel and layers of flavor consistent with the bouquet. The finish is smooth and long lasting with dark fruit, spice, oak and soft tannins.
The bouquet on this Syrah reveals a fruit explosion of ripe red and dark fruit. After an initial fruit explosion, spicy and earthy edges begin to appear. It is medium bodied with balanced acidity and tannins. The finish is medium to long with lingering fruit and subtle notes of clove, tobacco, pepper and smoke. This Syrah has the ability to age well.
This Cabernet Sauvignon reveals a rich nose of dark fruit, black cherry and blackberry with subtle herbaceous notes. On the palate, the acidity is balanced by the tart cherry, melded dark berries and mix of crushed herbs. The finish is smooth and well balanced with a lingering soft, earthy finish.
2023 BEST IN CLASS CAB FRANCS-TVC
The bouquet reveals fruit of raspberry, cherry and currant with floral notes and subtle hints of spice. This medium body wine produces a bright mouthfeel with good acid and soft tannins. Soft red fruit lingers through the finish and complements the many other subtleties of oak, spice and tannins.
The Sauvignon Blanc has a bouquet of bright citrus and sweet stone fruit aromas. Subtle minerality adds balance and complexity. On the palate, luscious layers of crisp clean citrus and stone fruit with vibrant acidity produces a full mouth feel. The finish is refreshing and lingering with the fruit and acid well balanced.
Enjoy the nose with aromas of melon, apricot and citrus with tropical fruit, subtle floral & oak undertones. The palate is dry and crisp with medium body and flavors of melon, tropical and stone fruits. The finish is rich and lingering with soft fruit hints of vanilla, pineapple and coconut.
2023 Best in Show (tie) – Alameda County
A vibrant aroma of strawberry, raspberry and watermelon is revealed in the bouquet. On the palate, crisp and refreshing layers of strawberry and cherry comes to life with hints of stone fruit. The finish is clean and mouthwatering with fruit, floral and subtle mint lingering lightly.
This Petite Sirah reveals a nose of ripe blackberry, blueberry, black cherry and plum with restrained oak and earthy notes, hints of black pepper, black tea and vanilla. On the palate, the rich fruit coats the palate for a full mouth feel. Fruit, subtle spice, restrained oak and approachable tannins provide a well balanced and lingering finish with medium-to-medium plus intensity. Pair with beef bourguignon and dark chocolate.
2023 SILVER ITALIAN REDS- ALAMEDA COUNTY
The Sangiovese reveals a bouquet of raspberry, boysenberry and cherry with subtle undertones of fig, black tea and earthy notes. The palate further reveals the bright red fruit with spice and herbal undertones. This has a light to medium body mouth feel. The finish is well balanced between fruit , acid and light tannins.
Our Sparkling Rose, made of Pinot Noir grapes, has a beautiful reddish pink color and tiny bubbles. On the nose, the fresh aromas of ripe raspberry and cranberry are blended with delicious fresh summer strawberries. On the palate, the full sweetness of ripe raspberries is more pronounced as flavors develop in the second sip. Bright red apple flavor dominates on the finish which is boosted by a sweet creamy texture.
Sparks of brightness and a touch of sweetness, this sparkling reveals a nose of crisp green applesand Asian pear.
Waves of creamy white peach aromas are blended with flavors of delightful nuttiness and a hint of brioche. The tiny and long-lasting bubbles create a light mouthfeel.
This rustic beauty reveals aromas of jammy dark berries and cherry with fig, earthy/leather and baking spice undertones. It is medium body with layers of flavor that are consistent with the bouquet. Rich and complex across the palate with a long-lasting finish of fruit, spice and oak and very subtle tannins. Pair with pizza, mushrooms, hamburgers and pasta with grilled vegetables.
2023 SILVER MEDAL OTHER REDS- TVC
This Grenache exhibits flavors and aromas of lush pomegranate and red cherries with a touch of white pepper and baking spices. The palate is clean and crisp. The finish has good acidic structure with very subtle tannins that will continue to develop for several years. Pair with stuffed peppers, herb roasted potatoes, hamburgers and ratatouille.