Since the 1800s, the Camut family has grown 46.5 hectares of apple trees in the Pays d'Auge, the finest growing region for Calvados. In Normandy, 800 types of apples are grown; the Camut family grow about 25 of these. Cider... Read More
Since the 1800s, the Camut family has grown 46.5 hectares of apple trees in the Pays d'Auge, the finest growing region for Calvados. In Normandy, 800 types of apples are grown; the Camut family grow about 25 of these, all... 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
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
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
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
In the heart of Piedmont, atop the fabled Serragrilli hill, lies a vineyard that knows the secrets of time and the beauty of patience. The Serragrilli hill is not just any vineyard; it is the crown... Read More
We believe strongly in the power and promise of Oregon Chardonnay. Sigrid Chardonnay is an homage to our Swedish grandmother whose spirit, grace, and strength inspired three generations... Read More
Eighth Maker is a celebration of my family’s heritage brought full circle, the name a nod to my stepping in as Beringer’s eighth winemaker 139 years after my great-great-grandfather Jacob and his brother Frederick... Read More
The domaine of Bitouzet-Prieur is a discovery of, and imported by Neal Rosenthal of Neal Rosenthal Selections. Neal is a true 'Artiste', eschewing large commercial producers for the small, family owned hand-crafted wines... Read More
Black Maple Hill began it's journey into the world of whiskey back in 2000 where it was originally produced in Kentucky, it was rumored to be wheated bourbon from Stizel-Weller and bottled by Julian Van Winkle III himself.... Read More
Bomberger’s Declaration Distillery Bourbon honors the legacy of the former distillery known as Bomberger’s in the 1800’s and later as Michter’s in the 20th Century. Please join us in toasting and celebrating... Read More
Booker’s Rye has an intense flavor profile with pronounced, well-balanced notes of wood and oak from the longer aging process. The deep amber liquid offers a complex aroma with spicy notes from the rye in the mash bill.... Read More
We bought this bottle shortly after bottling in 1995, when single-malt scotches were the new in-thing and at Stage Left Steak, we were were one of the few early adopters. We had about 30 single-malts... Read More
Viña Cobos makes wines that are authentic expressions of the terroir from which they come. Paul Hobbs, founding partner and winemaker at Viña Cobos, has worked since 1988 in the exploration of the different terroirs... Read More
According to Wine Advocate Magazine, ...the Caprili 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva AdAlberto is a single-vineyard expression that has drawn its fruit from the same site since 2010. The wine is dedicated to the paternal figure... Read More
The term “Riserva” connects directly to the wine world. Together with “IN”, that is the symbol of Castell’in Villa, it gives more recognizability to this selection.
Castello di Volpaia is located in an 11th century village that bears the same name. It sits on a hilltop just north of the town of Radda in Chianti, 2,024 feet above sea level, in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. One... Read More
Produced each year in limited quantities, the Chartreuse V.E.P. is made using the same processes as the Chartreuse Jaune. The Carthusians took care to select certain traditional yellow liqueurs which will continue to age for many... Read More
Trying to describe Chateau d'Yquem and its history in a few paragraphs is like trying to summarize the rise and fall of the Roman Empire in one classroom lecture. It simply cannot be done. While any oenophile who has ever... Read More
The story and creation of Chateau Gilette dates back to 1710, when two, well-known Sauternes families got together through marriage. The Numa Medeville family married family Marie Despujols, the daughter of another famous family... Read More
Viña Cobos makes wines that are authentic expressions of the terroir from which they come. Paul Hobbs, founding partner and winemaker at Viña Cobos, has worked since 1988 in the exploration... Read More
The Viña Cobos Vineyard Designate line captures the richness and power of exceptional vineyards and estates within Valle de Uco and Luján de Cuyo. Its purpose is to unveil that story and our challenge is to let it... Read More
A native of San Jose who grew up in Southern California, Corison arrived in the Napa Valley in the mid-1970's with $200 and the standard wine maker's credential, a masters degree in oenology from the University of California... Read More
Meticulous wood selection has been a hallmark of Maison Courvoisier since its founding in 1828. In honor of this tradition, Maison Courvoisier’s Sixth Generation Master Blender, Patrice Pinet, has collaborated with Fifth... Read More
The Dal Forno family has been making wine since 1983. Located in Val D’Illasi, the estate consists of 65 acres of vines planted to traditional indigenous varieties of Corvina, Corvinone, Rodinella, Oseleta, and Croatina.... Read More
Hailing from Lebanon by way of Paris, Daniel and Georges moved to California in their youth and soon achieved success in business. This, however, was just the beginning of their journey. Inspired by their family history and worldview,... Read More
Dearden's Cabernet Sauvignon 'Sleeping Giant' 2018 offers a captivating bouquet of ripe blackberries and currants, intertwining with subtle hints of dark chocolate and vanilla, creating an enticing aroma. On the palate,... Read More
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
Our great-grandfather, Richard Detert, came to the US from Germany in 1909 at the age of 23 and eventually made his way to CA in 1926 to manage his uncle’s (W.F. Detert, who came thethe U.S. in 1866)... Read More
We love this whisky. It first came to our attention when it took the Chairman's Trophy at The Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2020! You can check out a Zoom tasting we did with all the Chairman's Trophies with Paul Pacult... Read More