Hi, I won't tell Montelena that.<g>
Montelena... this wine reminds me of other two wines... Cakebread Cellars, and Fetzer, gentler wines, but imo in need of keeping
As far as a blend, the Dominus is a blend, so is the Opus One(both have strong, very strong ties to France). Insigna is a blend also, and some I can't recall at the moment. I like the blends for the balance, and earlier accessability. The Cabs. are like a punch in the face if not fully matured and mellowed.
Regarding the boon in prices, the same holds true for a lot of the Califs. that you mention in contrast to the Bordeaux. They are produced on small hill sides, and all the micro climates of Calif. produce many different flavors, unllike a mix of the Bordeaux region.
And as far as glasses go, I agree 100%, no frills, I use clear thin crystal. I have some goblets from Checz. Very ornamental, but I can't enjoy the wine in them.
Reidel is the best. hands down. everyone out there should get some if you truly want to get the most out of your wine(though I don't have a problem drinking out of the bottle if I can't find a glass.. What was that wine? Mad dog 20/20<g>)?
Perhaps... that was the reason Thomas Jefferson was such a brilliant man.
didn't he start the wine cellar at the white house? But I think he was more brlliant for all the gardens and things he grew at Montecello. Cheers! |
