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Fresh off the Winepress!
2009 Merlot. Discover our new 2009 Reserve Merlot, one of the first vintages created in our new state-of-the-art Reserve Winery! This intense, supple wine delivers an incredible depth of dark fruit and richness. Aromas of Italian plum, cherry jam, bramble, and butterscotch begin the intrigue. Chewy tannins give the fruit footing as it delves into a lovely, satisfying finish. Try roasted duck or hearty risotto with this smooth and flavorful wine. Experience it for yourself today!
2012 Malvasia. Our Malvasia Bianca is back with the new 2012 vintage! This highly sought-after wine is found nowhere else outside the winery. Malvasia Bianca is a semi-sweet, refreshing Greek grape varietal which pairs beautifully with spicy Asian and Mexican style dishes. With notes of orange blossom and honeysuckle on the nose, peach and tangerine across the palate, and invigorating acidity on the finish, the 2012 Malvasia Bianca is the perfect complement to sunny spring days on the patio.
2012 Pinot Gris. Relax in the sun with the refreshing 2012 Pinot Gris! It adeptly balances ripe white tree-fruits with vibrant acidity and sprightliness. The nose opens with expressive aromas of white peach and Bartlett pear joined by wafts of orange blossom, lemon peel and river rock and a touch of allspice. The entry is supple and smooth, leading with ripe, succulent stone fruit and then picking up a tantalizing brightness of grapefruit, citrus and chalky mineral notes on the finish. This wine is a perfect companion for summer picnics or seafood cookouts.
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Bud-Breaking News from Assistant Winemaker John Hazak!
With almost all of the aromatic white wines in bottle at this point, much of my attention has shifted to coaxing the last of the Chardonnay barrel lots through completion of Malolactic Fermentation. While most have finished MLF, there are always a few that struggle each year to complete this palate-softening process that stabilizes the wine, and forms the base for a more silky, viscous texture that Napa Valley Chardonnay is known for. The palate weight and creaminess will continue to develop over the coming few months with period barrel stirring to help yeast breakdown and lees integration.
In the vineyards, bud break is just now kicking off the 2013 growing season, with about 5-6" of growth in some of the more advanced areas, like Carneros Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. So far, most of the early winter rainwater has been exhausted. If I had to guess, we may be looking at a smaller than average, or average, crop level. Smaller than average crop loads tend to lead to high quality, so we’ll keep our fingers crossed!
Thanks for listening,
John
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Make April Amazing with our Magnum of the Month!
Seriously complex and well structured, our 2005 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot comes from vines that struggle in the rocky, volcanic soils. The opulent black cherry and mineral flavors, layered with mocha, spice and toasty oak, give remarkable weight on the palate, and then linger on the expansive finish. With tannins that combine power with suppleness, this wine already delivers luscious, complex flavors, yet promises excellent aging potential. Enjoy with braised lamb shanks or chocolate truffles! Bring these marvelous magnums home today for just $89.00!
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Appreciate Art in April!
Treat yourself to fine art and fine wines this April! Sterling Vineyards will play host to wonderful wine-themed paintings from celebrated artist and interior designer Vaso Peritos. In addition, phenomenal photos from our very own Jean-Pierre Huser will be displayed throughout the winery. Indulge your senses in the visual and viticultural arts at Sterling Vineyards!
Experience the Spirit of the Greek Isles at Sterling Vineyards!
Join us for incredible Grecian-style music, dancing, and cuisine at our 2nd Annual Greek Festival on May 25th, 12:00pm to 3:00pm. Our founder, Peter Newton, expressed his love of Greek architecture in the classic and award-winning design of our winery. There will be plenty of the Malvasia Bianca, our signature Greek grape varietal, to enjoy as well. Space is limited, reserve your tickets now!
Tickets
Club price: $75 per person
General Price: $85 per person
Call (707)-942-3353 for details!
Have an Extraordinary Earth Day with Sterling Vineyards!
Did you know? Our aerial tram runs completely on solar power from our 336 solar panels! These panels produce enough energy every day to power 8 averaged sized homes and save 33 tons of greenhouse gases annually. Our solar energy production system also offsets the electricity needs for many of our winemaking processes. In addition, Sterling is committed to reaching our goal of zero waste-to-landfill by 2015. Take in the beauty of the verdant Napa Valley from our nature-friendly tram this Earth Day!
Meet Benjamin Hanson, our Concierge Expert!
If you were wondering who that friendly new voice on our phones belongs to, allow me to introduce you to Mr. Benjamin Hanson! A lifelong resident of the bay area, Ben is a wine-loving local who can’t get enough of our Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon. Ben strives to create dynamic deals for his customers that you won’t find anywhere else, not even on our website. Give Ben a call today and see what you’ve been missing!
Ben Hanson: (707)-942-3377, Ben.S.Hanson@diageo.com
The Chosen One: the 2008 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Discover one of Benjamin Hanson’s new favorites, our 2008 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon! This intense, mountain-grown wine has a dark ruby color and aromas of toasty oak, bay leaf and blueberry. Concentrated black cherry, blackberry, and briar flavors mingle with subtle mountain minerality. This rich, luscious wine will mature beautifully over four to seven years. Enjoy it with skirt steak and a side of sautéed mushrooms and shallots!
Skirt Steak with Mushrooms & Shallots
Savor this sumptuous skirt steak topped with decadent sautéed mushrooms & shallots! Pairs perfectly with our 2008 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon!
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