07.15.2005 - By Tim Elliott
The second in my 3-part series reviewing the wines tasted on my recent Napa Valley trip. This time I talk about the modern history of the Napa Valley and taste some surprising Zinfandel’s made there. I also announce a new poll at the blog.
Show notes:
00:20 - Show theme and objectives
02:40 - Modern history of the Napa Valley
08:04 - Tasting notes disclaimer
09:45 - Neal Family Vineyards, Zinfandel, Rutherford 2003 ($22)
11:09 - Ballentine Vineyards, Zinfandel, Napa Valley, Estate 2000 ($18)
12:06 - Ballentine Vineyards, Zinfandel, Block 9 2000 ($27)
12:33 - Ballentine Vineyards, Zinfandel, Block 11 2003 ($25)
13:12 - Ballentine Vineyards, Zinfandel, Block 9 2003 (NYR)
13:49 - Ballentine Vineyards, Zinfandel Port, Napa Valley 2003 ($25/375ml)
15:00 - August Briggs, Zinfandel, Napa Valley 2003 ($28)
15:30 - Best of tasting and best value
16:50 - New poll open on blog
18:13 - Podcast Awards voting
19:29 - Contact details and credits
21:15 - Next show theme
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