VGS: GOOD THINGS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
VGS Zinfandel
Moon Mountain
At last...the VGS ZINFANDEL is back....after skipping the 2020 vintage due to the Napa fires, we are so excited to have this wine back in stock!
...and the 2021 VGS Zinfandel is simply put-STUNNING!
It is a symphony of aromas and flavors filling your nose and mouth with pure pleasure.
Dark red and black berries abound accented by fields of wildflowers, spices as if you were in a Moroccan spice market-this wine is really beautiful. In the mouth, it take over completely, coating every taste bud with its weight and presence.
On the finish, it stays with you forever.
We LOVE the VGS Zinfandel 2021-and are so excited for you to taste it!
VGS Zinfandel
Moon Mountain
At last...the VGS ZINFANDEL is back....after skipping the 2020 vintage due to the Napa fires, we are so excited to have this wine back in stock!
...and the 2021 VGS Zinfandel is simply put-STUNNING!
It is a symphony of aromas and flavors filling your nose and mouth with pure pleasure.
Dark red and black berries abound accented by fields of wildflowers, spices as if you were in a Moroccan spice market-this wine is really beautiful. In the mouth, it take over completely, coating every taste bud with its weight and presence.
On the finish, it stays with you forever.
We LOVE the VGS Zinfandel 2021-and are so excited for you to taste it!
Grapes: 100% Zinfandel
Appellation: Moon Mountain
Vineyard: Alta Vista Vineyard
Aging: 17 Months new Freck Oak barrels
Soils: Loamy with shale & volcanic rock
Fermentation: 27 days natural yeasts
Harvest date: Ocotber 2021
Cases produced: 550
Age ability: Now-10 + years
Potelle Two
Napa Valley
The practice of establishing a “second wine” began in the 18th century as way for Bordeaux winemakers to be more selective of the wine going into their estate label. The goal was to increase the quality of the “Grand Vin” (i.e. VGS) and also create a very good second wine, which can typically be enjoyed, younger and costs less.
Since then, a lot of the top chateaux have added a third wine. That strict selection between the lots and the barrels, ensure the very best quality for the Grand Vin and a tremendous quality/value for the second vin.
At VGS, we have done that by adding Potelle Two which makes our selection process even stricter.
Potelle Two, the second wine of Potelle, was born from this tradition.
In the mouth the wine has a nice structure, the weight is good, it sits well, it is round and ample but it also presents a nice suppleness that balances the structure and ensure earlier drinkability. The finish is very long.
Potelle Two
Napa Valley
The practice of establishing a “second wine” began in the 18th century as way for Bordeaux winemakers to be more selective of the wine going into their estate label. The goal was to increase the quality of the “Grand Vin” (i.e. VGS) and also create a very good second wine, which can typically be enjoyed, younger and costs less.
Since then, a lot of the top chateaux have added a third wine. That strict selection between the lots and the barrels, ensure the very best quality for the Grand Vin and a tremendous quality/value for the second vin.
At VGS, we have done that by adding Potelle Two which makes our selection process even stricter.
Potelle Two, the second wine of Potelle, was born from this tradition.
In the mouth the wine has a nice structure, the weight is good, it sits well, it is round and ample but it also presents a nice suppleness that balances the structure and ensure earlier drinkability. The finish is very long.
Grapes: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Zinfandel, 9% Syrah & 4% Merlot
Appellation: Napa Valley
Aging: 14 months in new French Oak
Soils: volcanic
Fermentation: 22 days with a 7 day cold soak
Harvest date: October 2019
Cases produced: 964
Age ability: Now-2028
50/50 Cuvée
50% Bordeaux & 50% Napa Valley
The seventh vintage of our acclaimed 50/50 Cuvée. A completely unique wine, one like no other in the wine industry! A delicious red blend composed of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc, 14% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot
Having been born and raised in Bordeaux, France but having lived in the Napa Valley for the past 35 years, I wanted to merge these two great wine cultures and create something really unique... a wine from my "two homes".
So, I have partnered with my favorite cousin in Bordeaux to blend a completely appropriate and imaginative wine. I am proud to introduce and offer this one-of-a-kind wine to you!
Aromatically this wine says “I am from Napa” with bright red and black berries, cocoa and spices. Once you take a sip, the Old-World, Classic Bordeaux texture and subtle fruit flavors dominate. We have tasted many Master Sommeliers and winemakers blind on this wine, and each time they are confused, intrigued, perplexed and amazed…we think you will be too!
50/50 Cuvée
50% Bordeaux & 50% Napa Valley
The seventh vintage of our acclaimed 50/50 Cuvée. A completely unique wine, one like no other in the wine industry! A delicious red blend composed of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc, 14% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot
Having been born and raised in Bordeaux, France but having lived in the Napa Valley for the past 35 years, I wanted to merge these two great wine cultures and create something really unique... a wine from my "two homes".
So, I have partnered with my favorite cousin in Bordeaux to blend a completely appropriate and imaginative wine. I am proud to introduce and offer this one-of-a-kind wine to you!
Aromatically this wine says “I am from Napa” with bright red and black berries, cocoa and spices. Once you take a sip, the Old-World, Classic Bordeaux texture and subtle fruit flavors dominate. We have tasted many Master Sommeliers and winemakers blind on this wine, and each time they are confused, intrigued, perplexed and amazed…we think you will be too!
Grapes: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon 19% Cabernet Franc 14% Petit Verdot 5% Merlot
Appellation: 50% Bordeaux & 50% Napa Valley
Vineyard: a Bordeaux secret...NDA involved!
Aging: 22 months 100% new French Oak
Cases produced: 200 custom collectors wooden six pack cases
Age ability: Now-2044
VGS Chardonnay
North Coast
A unique blend of Chardonnay from two very special appellations & vineyards:
60% Mount Veeder Chardonnay from Bald Mountain Vineyard
40% Russian River Valley Chardonnay from Bacigalupi Vineyard.
A long growing season gave way to wonderful phenolic maturity and an abundance of crop. This Chardonnay displays an intense brightness and freshness and ripe stone fruit aromas: lychee, white nectarine and peach. In the mouth, the fruit profile evolves from banana and pineapple to spice such as ginger and toasty coconut. This is the perfect wine to enjoy with some sunshine or with your favorite Thai food.
VGS Chardonnay
North Coast
A unique blend of Chardonnay from two very special appellations & vineyards:
60% Mount Veeder Chardonnay from Bald Mountain Vineyard
40% Russian River Valley Chardonnay from Bacigalupi Vineyard.
A long growing season gave way to wonderful phenolic maturity and an abundance of crop. This Chardonnay displays an intense brightness and freshness and ripe stone fruit aromas: lychee, white nectarine and peach. In the mouth, the fruit profile evolves from banana and pineapple to spice such as ginger and toasty coconut. This is the perfect wine to enjoy with some sunshine or with your favorite Thai food.
Appellation: North Coast
Vineyard: Bald Mountain Vineyard & Bacigalupi Vineyard
Aging: 10 months
Soils: Loamy with shale and volcanic rock
Fermentation: Native Yeast
Harvest date: October 2022
Alcohol: 14.8
Age ability: 7-10 year
VGS Cabernet Sauvignon
MOUNT VEEDER, NAPA VALLEY
Think ballet dancer, rather than a muscle- bound bodybuilder. Elegant and refined with great clarity and focus. This wine possesses a pure, fresh fruit quality that is so rare these days.
A bright ruby red color immediately shines from the glass.
Aromatically-a roomful of red roses (picture yourself in Barbara Streisand’s dressing room) jump to your nose, red licorice, black raspberries, cocoa powder, crushed black peppercorns and warm toasted coconut.
Texturally-refined and elegant, medium body, soft-melted polished tannins.
The flavors evolve in the mouth from red cherry with a light note of green olive, Nantucket beach plum, fresh herbs like thyme & rosemary, chocolate cherry cordial candies, cedar, anise and cardamom. A very multi-dimensional wine.
The finish is smooth as silk...be careful, you will love this wine! The longer you wait the more you will discover what it has to offer.
VGS Cabernet Sauvignon
MOUNT VEEDER, NAPA VALLEY
Think ballet dancer, rather than a muscle- bound bodybuilder. Elegant and refined with great clarity and focus. This wine possesses a pure, fresh fruit quality that is so rare these days.
A bright ruby red color immediately shines from the glass.
Aromatically-a roomful of red roses (picture yourself in Barbara Streisand’s dressing room) jump to your nose, red licorice, black raspberries, cocoa powder, crushed black peppercorns and warm toasted coconut.
Texturally-refined and elegant, medium body, soft-melted polished tannins.
The flavors evolve in the mouth from red cherry with a light note of green olive, Nantucket beach plum, fresh herbs like thyme & rosemary, chocolate cherry cordial candies, cedar, anise and cardamom. A very multi-dimensional wine.
The finish is smooth as silk...be careful, you will love this wine! The longer you wait the more you will discover what it has to offer.
Grapes: 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 3 % Malbec
Appellation: MOUNT VEEDER, NAPA VALLEY
Vineyard: Saffron Vineyard
Aging: 22 Months in 85% new French Oak Barrels
Soils: Loamy with shale & volcanic rock
Fermentation: Native Yeasts
Harvest date: October 2021
Alcohol: 14.6%
Cases produced: 888
Age ability: Patience will reward you on this wine!