Angels & Cowboys Rose 2015

Angels & Cowboys Rosé was made using the traditional Provençal method. To preserve nature's generosity along with old-world tradition, the grapes were harvested at 21° brix. This retained the youthfulness of the fruit, creating a wine style both vibrant and complex. The grapes were lightly crushed and left to macerate on their skin. Once the juice achieved its perfect pale pink hue and began to show fragrant phenols from the skin-contact, the juice was pressed off the mast then closely monitored while it underwent a long cool fermentation. Upon completion of fermentation, the Rosé aged on its yeast lees for a little over 2 months, creating great depth and mouthfeel. Angels & Cowboys Rosé is a blend of Grenache Rouge, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Grenache Blanc Sourced from Carneros, Alexander Valley & Dry Creek Valley

Angels & Cowboys Rose 2015 Winemakers Notes: The color is a light blush of pale gray and pink. Aromas are minerally and ethereal with hints of grapefruit and spicy floral notes. In taste, the wine is lively and racy with flavors of citrus blossoms and minerals. On the palate, the Rosé displays vibrant acidity, with a full and silky mid palate, deliciously great length and just enough texture to enjoy with or without food accompaniment. This dry Rosé is one of those rare wines that work well with vegetable dishes and spicy ethnic foods. Enjoy it with roast chicken, salmon, seared tuna, summer salads and any sushi from vegetables to strong fish, crab cakes, shrimp cocktails and ceviche. "A perfumey, floral nose of rich ruby red grapefruit and fresh cut grass is apparent. It's light-medium bodied on the palate with lively ripe citrus notes of lime zest and a subtle creamy texture. The finish is crisp and clean with a refreshing kick of minerality." 92 Points 2016 ULTIMATE WINE CHALLENGE Excellent, Highly Recommended

A taste of Sonoma, Angels & Cowboys Proprietary Red 2013 - Newton 'Red Label' Chardonnay 2014

Angels & Cowboys Proprietary Red 2013   A blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Malbec, this wine gallops on the palate with rich, concentrated notes of brambly, peppery blackberry pie. Melted fudge prances and makes a heavenly "pardner" with red fruits and savory spices. Food friendly.   91 Points The Tasting Panel Magazine, May 2016

Newton "Red Label" Chardonnay 2014  Newton "Red Label," has ripe fruit characteristics of apple, pear and apricot, balanced with some oak. Good acidity and a nice mouthfeel. Costas Gotham Wines

Ferrari Carano Fume Blanc 2014

Ferrari Carano Sustainable Vineyards

Ferrari Carano Vineyards GREAT WINE BEGINS IN THE VINEYARD

The fact that the winery's name incorporates the word "Vineyards" is a deliberate way to  empha-size that grape source and terroirplay important roles in the final product. From a small, 30-acre plot of grapes purchased in 1979, to today's 19 estate vineyards in six different appellations totaling over 1,500 acres, Ferrari-Carano owns some of the finest wine growing properties in all of California.

Ferrari Carano Fume Blanc 2014 It is always obligatory when I taste or drink Ferrari-Carano's Fumé Blancs to reference my mother. This was her favorite wine, and it was the only one where, with prodding, we could get enough in her to become euphoric. Why she liked it so much I never can be sure, but certainly every time I have had it, I can understand its popularity. It basically says one thing, "I am delicious." In many ways, there is no need for a wine critic or any wine jargon if a wine can make that point quickly. In any event, the 2014 Fumé Blanc has a delightful, rather compelling, big sweet kiss of caramelized citrus, melons, a touch of peach and tropical fruits. Whatever French oak they use seems pushed way to the background, and the wine is exuberantly fruity, even effusive, with good acidity and always has stunning purity of character. This is a beauty, and with respect to my mother, she had it right. Drink this in its first year or so of life.  90 Points eRobetParker.com #223