Red California Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Red California Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 wine

Allow the wine to aerate for an hour before enjoying. Beaulieu Vineyard, one of the oldest wineries in the US, was founded in 1900 in Rutherford, California. The vineyard has a long history of winemaking, even supplying wine to churches during Prohibition.

Beaulieu owns vineyards in various regions, growing Bordeaux grapes in the Mayacamas Mountains and other varieties in Saint Helena, Calistoga, and Carneros. This wine is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon blended with Petite Sirah and Cabernet Franc, aged for 18 months in French, American, and European oak barrels. It has a rich, well-balanced taste with aromas of currants, cherries, spices, tobacco, and herbs.

The palate is lively and velvety, with medium-to-full body and smooth tannins. The finish is long and fresh, hinting at sweet spices. Pair it with grilled red meat or game for a perfect match.

Red Oregon Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge 2022 wine

In 1986, Michael Etzel stumbled upon an 88-acre pig farm for sale in Oregon during a vacation. Teaming up with his brother-in-law, renowned wine critic Robert Parker, they bought the property on Ribbon Ridge in the Northern Willamette Valley. They decided to plant Pinot Noir grapes, and their small-scale winery has since become a standout in Oregon.

The estate now produces top-notch wines from meticulously cared-for vines grown using organic and biodynamic methods. This refined cuvee reflects the winery’s recent shift towards more elegant and polished Pinot Noir wines. Made from carefully selected grapes from specific vineyards on the estate, this wine is crafted using modern techniques to highlight the fruit and terroir.

It boasts aromas of crushed wild strawberries, red cherries, tea, and earthy notes. The medium-bodied palate features silky tannins and a refreshing touch, with vibrant red fruit flavors leading to a long finish accented by subtle spice and herbal hints. This wine pairs perfectly with charcuterie, cheeses, or dishes with tomato-based sauces.

Red Oregon Beaux Freres Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2022 wine

Allow Beaux Freres Pinot Noir to breathe for an hour before enjoying. Established in the 1980s by Robert M. Parker, Jr.

and Mike Etzel, this renowned winery in Oregon’s Willamette Valley focuses on showcasing the unique terroir of Ribbon Ridge. By combining biodynamic farming and minimal intervention winemaking, they crafted their first Pinot Noir in 1991. Today, the winery, now owned by Michael Etzel™s son and part of the Henriot Group, continues to produce exceptional wines.

Their flagship Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, sourced from eight vineyards, is aged in oak barrels, with about 35% being new. This wine represents the excellence of Oregon’s wine industry and the dedication of Beaux Freres to producing top-quality wines.

Red South African Beeslaar Pinotage 2020 wine

This South African wine is made by Arbie Beeslar, a Pinotage expert who launched his brand in 2011. The grapes come from a vineyard with ideal conditions – well-drained soil, a cool climate, and a southeast wind. The grapes are handpicked from 25-year-old bush vines and fermented in concrete vats.

After aging in French oak barrels, the wine boasts a complex aroma of red and black fruits, licorice, dark chocolate, tobacco, and spices. The palate is rich and concentrated with elegant tannins, leading to a dry and lingering finish. This high-quality wine pairs well with game dishes, lamb, or beef stews.

It is recommended to let the wine breathe for 90 minutes before enjoying.