We here at Stage Left have been big fans of Chris Dearden for many years (since he was GM / COO at Robert Biale Vineyards). It is only recently that we've been able to taste Dearden Wines. In March 2024, we held a tasting... Read More
Because of Tenuta Sette Cieli’s respect for nature, the winery has chosen organic practices to safeguard the environment. Everything is done by hand in the vineyards, with careful attention to each detail. The journey continues... Read More
Alain Gras has been working passionately since 1979, with a great respect for the land. This is an exceptional terroir thanks to being on top of a hill, which benefits from a limestone-clay soil that forces the vine roots to descend... Read More
Alain Voge is known today as one of the great producers of the Cornas region of the Northern Rhône Valley. Domaine Alain Voge started producing wine in 1958 and has been jined by Albéric Mazoyer since 2004.... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo... Read More
Aldo Conterno, a legend in his own lifetime, managed to forge a reputation as one of the most
celebrated growers in Piedmont after parting ways with his family’s estate to set up his own winery
in 1969. A maverick... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo wine, and in... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo... Read More
Conterno and his older brother Giovanni assumed responsibility of the Giacomo Conterno estate in 1961, but the brothers eventually parted ways over conflicting philosophies on the production of Barolo... Read More
On the steepest slopes of Champagne at the gateway to Burgundy, the renowned Kimmeridgian limestone contributes its unique aromas to the wines made in the three appellations of Les Riceys. Domaine Alexandre Bonnet produces some... Read More
When acclaimed vintner Paul Hobbs arrived in Spain in 2015, he traveled to a remote village in the northwest region of Galicia. There, he met with Antonio Lopez, a local viticultor who introduced him to Alvaredos, a small town... Read More
Alvaredos-Hobbs is a winemaking venture started by husband-and-wife team David and Monica Alvarado and their friend, Paul Hobbs. The trio have made a name for themselves by producing wines of exceptional quality, and their foray... Read More
Leo Alzinger Jr took over the family domaine in 2002 after returning from harvest in New Zealand. Prior to that he traveled to other regions to gain more experience. “The most significant experience came with my work in... Read More
Leo Alzinger Jr took over the family domaine in 2002 after returning from harvest in New Zealand. Prior to that he traveled to other regions to gain more experience. “The most significant experience came with my work in... Read More
We formed Team Anthem in early 2009 to produce small quantities of handcrafted wines from the most distinctive and promising mountainous vineyards in Napa Valley. After considering over 100 applicants from... Read More
On our trip to Napa with our team this summer, we made our 1st visit to Anthem Winery. Anthem is currently 'below the radar', but not for long. The winemaker Jeff Ames, is a talent to watch. We bought all we could get... Read More
Bold and powerful, the 2017 Mt. Veeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful expression of the estate vineyard, adeptly displaying red fruit color and flavor, including Bing cherries and bright red spice, followed by hints... Read More
The 2019 Beckstoffer Las Piedras Cabernet from one of Napa Valley’s most iconic vineyards boasts a show-stopping, deeply pigmented red hue in the glass. It opens with beautiful aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate, and... Read More
Grazing-Based Viticulture was first conceived and implemented at Antiquum Farm. The central tenet of this process is to grow wines that clearly communicate the wild and honest soul of this place and the... Read More