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La Jota Vineyards ~ 2002 Cabernet

"Classic Napa mountain Cab, intensely concentrated in fruit, richly tannic, and dry, and of course, such a wine needs and deserves the new oak they lavished on it. Flavors and structure perfectly balance, with massive cherry pie, cassis and mocha flavors meshing with sweetly ripe tannins and rich barrel notes of vanilla and char. This is a dramatic, complex young Cab that will hold for six years."
94ptsWE

"A contrast of plump, succulent fruit and hard, stony tannin, this gives a clear taste of Howell Mountain intensity while remaining floral and fine. The violet scents and the dark earthiness should grow into deeper complexity as it ages. Cellar through 2012 or '14."
92ptsW&S

Appellation: Napa Valley Howell Mountain 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc winemaker: Kimberlee Nicholls (Markham Vineyards) Read more about this wine HERE

Spotlight on Wine Country Artisan: Jim Gray

The Carving Workshop of Jim Gray specializes in woodcarving, stonecarving, cast bronze work for high-end residences. Fireplace surrounds, kitchen hoods, fountains and any type of architectural work in limestone, marble, fine hardwoods is our speciality.

Via Vino Wine Tours

Custom wine tours in Napa Valley. Jo Ann Bingham is a local travel & wine consultant. She can custom design a tour especially for you! Short notice is no problem. Couples welcome. Go tasting with a Sommelier!

"Talk like a local, taste like a local, tour like a local."

Shaun Andrews introduces you to a few exciting, ultra-premium wineries you may not yet have discovered on your own...

Order CD here. $14.95

Are You Lookin' at ME?

We were packing up this custom label job for shipping when the house photographer walked through the warehouse - and couldn't resist taking this photo opportunity - don't they look great?

More, More, More...

Wineries & Wines	Tours
Take the Winery Tour... find links to the wines online. Order gourmet wine gifts and custom-labeling.	Arrange a customized wine country tour... let someone who knows the area guide you through a perfect day - or week..
Golf	Hot Air Balloon Rides
Play one (or more) of our local golf courses - book tee times online and look for specials.	Float over our vineyard landscapes in a hot air balloon for the most unique and memorable wine country experience.
Events	Weddings
Find links to event calendars - highlighting special functions at unique venues.	Planning a wine country wedding Check these links for florists and caterers and photographers - oh my!