Easter and Passover are almost here, and naturally, there must be wine involved. So, we thought we'd take the opportunity to share with you options that would go perfectly with your Easter Sunday or Passover Seder dinners. Click here for the wine recommendations. As always, call or come by to talk about your specific meals.  

 

2007 Plungerhead Zinfandel, Lodi, California.  After months of searching, we finally found an Old Vine Zin for which we have been looking. Plungerhead's Lodi Zinfandel is medium-plum in color with rich and sappy French oak, ripe raspberry and blueberry notes. The core of the wine is very robust with dark fruit including black cherry and cassis followed by generous and integrated spice flavors of anise and licorice. Ample coffee flavors on the backside lead to a classic old vine, resinous finish. Although rich, this wine will lead into summer perfectly - great with BBQ and grilled meats. ($16.99)

 

2006 Line 39 Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake County, California.  Move out of the way Napa and watch out Sonoma, Lake County is coming in hot. Following the success of Line 39's Sauvignon Blanc, the Cabernet Sauvignon is also one to keep you coming back for more. Aromas of bright red fruits, blackberry, tobacco and cedar are complemented by elegant, chewy black fruit flavors and subtle tannins to make this one very enjoyable Cab. An instant staff favorite, you'll see why we love it. ($10.99)

 

2006 Gerard Bertrand Reserve Speciale Pinot Noir, France. This 100% Pinot Noir comes from the coolest altitude vineyards in the Languedoc. Robust, it opens to reveal ripe cherry fruit and wild raspberry flavors, notes of nutmeg and brown spice with silky tannins and an elegant, balanced finish. Enjoy slightly chilled with lamb, turkey and ham. A perfect Easter selection that will be on our table. ($14.99)

 

2006 Chalone Estate Grown Chardonnay, California.  The 2006 Estate Chardonnay captures the expression of Chalone terroir with layers of citrus, apple and pineapple characters. Hints of brioche, hazelnut and mineral weave through the lush fruit flavors. The distinctive minerality in this wine comes from Chalone vineyard's unique limestone and decomposed granite soils. This quality contributes to the wine's aging potential - as the fruitiness diminishes, the minerality continues to add complexity. Ten months of aging broadens the mouthfeel and enhances its rich, silky texture. ($34.99)