For everything, there is a season. As we say goodbye to summer grilling and welcome in the warming flavors of pumpkin spice and cinnamon as the weather begins to chill, we may also be looking to make some additions to our wine collection.
The leaves are changing color, the weather is beginning to cool, and we’re drinking some great California wines perfect for autumn.
Imagery Estate Winery Brut
Imagery Estate Winery is one of the most inviting finds in Sonoma, and their Brut would be a beautiful way to start any special occasion. This Brut is made in the traditional “Méthode Champenoise” method and is a spirited blend of sparkle with notes or apple and pear and a stunning finish.
Hamel Family Wines Isthmus 2018
Hamel is known to be one of Sonoma's top biodynamic producers, and this Cabernet blend from Hamel Family Wine's Nuns Canyon vineyard is perfect for those hearty roasts we enjoy as the weather begins to chill. This deep ruby red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, and has notes of black fruits and cassis, with tons of texture and richness.
Benziger Family Winery 2020 North Coast Rose
A beautiful rose’ is often associated with summer, but this bright and cheerful varietal can be fun in the early days of fall as well. With lots of citrus zest aromas and the flavors of strawberries. It’s crisp and has perfect balance - will be ideal for date night.
Stags' Leap Winery 2019 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
There’s nothing quite like a light and crisp Sauvignon Blanc, and the Stags’ Leap Winery take on the classic has notes of citrus fruit and lemongrass with balanced acidity and minerality. It’s crisp and complex, and has flavors of peach, Meyer lemon and grapefruit, for a beautiful and smooth finish.
McManis Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
McManis offers a full-bodied and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon that is not only an incredible value at its price point, with lots of body and the notes of smoky oak, raspberry, and vanilla. This drinkable wine is perfect for your next dinner party.
Concannon Vineyard 2019 Reserve Viognier
Whether enjoying a fish dinner or a beautiful roast chicken, a Viognier is a perfect choice and Concannon’s aromatic white offers notes of citrus blossom with flavors of citrus. The taste of apple and pears with a mild acidity and smooth finish may just become a dinner table staple.
2018 Wrath Ex Vite Pinot Noir
Nothing says cooling weather like a bold and spicy Pinot Noir, and this one has flavors of cherry, black raspberry and lots of velvety texture.
Sonoma-Cutrer 40th Anniversary Chardonnay Winemakers Release
Sonoma-Cutrer Winemaker’s Release 40th Anniversary Chardonnay is a fun story because it involved a collaboration between winemakers past and present, leading to a beautifully balanced wine that tastes delicate even while being full-bodied, with the creamy quality Chardonnay lovers look for and just the right amount of citrus acidity.
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