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For our 15th anniversary on July 25th, we uncorked a special bottle of Mayacamas Pinot Noir 2009, purchased last year from the Mayacamas Napa downtown shop. It was the only 2009 vintage available. Despite Mayacamas focusing primarily on Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, the winery ceased production of Pinot Noir after 2013. Knowing this, we were

Before diving into the details of Favia LÍNEA, I felt it necessary to revisit the winemaker Andy Erickson. 😀 Screaming Eagle, Harlan Estate, Mayacamas, Spottswoode, and Stag’s Leap—these are names that resonate deeply with wine enthusiasts worldwide. What ties these renowned wineries together is the genius of winemaker Andy Erickson, who has played a pivotal

For a long time, the adage ‘Pinot Noir equals Burgundy’ was an unchallenged truth in the wine world. Pinot Noir from regions outside Burgundy was often in the shadows, at best viewed as a budget-friendly understudy. This perspective, however, was set to ]change dramatically. Until the early 2000s, Pinot Noir from regions other than Burgundy

Dominus, Dominus Estate’s flagship wine, was ranked number one in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2021 and was also selected as one of the nine cult wines by Wine Spectator in 2000. To illustrate my connection with this fascinating wine, I have to go back to my days studying architecture at the AA School

In my previous post, 10 Affordable Cult Wines You Should Taste, I highlighted Leviathan as a standout—my top recommendation, in fact.👍🏻 I shared with you that my cellar holds about 6-8 bottles of this enchanting wine, a stock I diligently replenish to ensure I never run out. Why? Because it’s absolutely worth it. Perfect for

There’s always a special thrill in opening a wine for the first time, especially when it’s a gift. I recently had the joy of uncorking a bottle of The Mascot 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, thoughtfully gifted by my dear friend K👤 who knows about my deep love for dogs🐶 The sight of the English bull terrier