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“I want to make it easy for people to try new wines. Whether you’re
a beginner, or just need a bit of a refresher, our in-store wine experts
can teach you how to buy, store and taste wine. And if you get a
chance, go to NOWFE. The events offer a great way to sample a
selection of wines, and learn what styles and regions you prefer. I’ll
see you at the Stroll!”
—Sally Culver, Director of Wine, Beer & Spirits
Markham Vineyards
One of Napa’s first four wineries,
Markham now has over 350 acres. The
winemaker, Kimberlee Nicholls, selects
grapes from their Yountville and Oak
Knoll vineyards, and Calistoga and
Trubody ranches to give the wines balance
and richness. Markham specializes in
Merlot, but their Cabernet, Chardonnay
and Sauvignon Blanc are all quality.
ROUSES RECOMMENDS
Markham 2008 Napa Valley Merlot
Markham 2010 Sauvignon Blanc
Fess Parker
Fess Parker produces Chardonnay, Pinot
Noir, Syrah and Riesling varietals in Los
Olivos. This Chardonnay is a refreshing
favorite, made with grapes from six select
Santa Barbara County vineyard sites.
ROUSES RECOMMENDS
Fess Parker 2011 Chardonnay
Rosenblum
Rosenblum makes over 20 different types
of zinfandel. The Cuvee features aromas
of black cherry, blackberry and raspberry,
as well as spice and vanilla overtones.
This is a zesty, drinkable wine. Meet the
winemaker at NOWFE!
ROUSES RECOMMENDS
Rosenblum Vintner’s Cuvee XXIX Zinfandel
Jordan
The Jordan estate includes nearly 1,200
acres of rolling hills, vineyards, oak trees,
lakes, streams, olive groves, and organic
gardens, as well as the winery. There are
110 acres of Bordeaux varieties under vine
(Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
and a few acres of Malbec). The 2008
cabernet is a bright, ruby red with fresh
black cherry and blackberry flavors.
ROUSES RECOMMENDS
Jordan 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
J Lohr
This winery has more than 900 acres of
cool-climate estate vineyards in Monterey
County, 2,000 acres in Paso Robles, and
33 acres in Napa Valley. Each vineyard
is dedicated to specific varietals. Arroyo
Seco, where the cool-climate varietals for
Bay Mist and Wildflower are grown, has
one of the longest growing seasons of any
California winegrowing region.
ROUSES RECOMMENDS
J Lohr 2010 Estates Wildflower Valdiguiè
J Lohr 2011 Bay Mist