Category Archives: Cole Ranch

White wines of California

Kenwood, Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc 2008 This wine is always crisp and citrussy and a consistent value in Sauvignon. Vinted and bottled in Kenwood 13.5% $10  at the winery, a gift to the class from the SFCWC  Kenwood Vineyards Husch, … Continue reading

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Esterlina Riesling 2007

During the Winemakers of Sonoma Class at the Santa Rosa Junior College, we’ve been visiting with some of the region’s most famous stars. Mike Lee charted the history of winemaking in the area and his list of Big Improvements for … Continue reading

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The contrasting flavors of white wine

Angeline, Russian River Valley, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 In the nose there are the competing smells of citrus, candy, flowers and a bit of mown grass. You taste the citrus with a sense of the lemon zest as well. There’s a … Continue reading

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