Tuesday, April 06, 2010Posted by Bobat 3:21 pmin blog0 comments
Sat down again last week with Chris and Tom Leaf to taste the 2009 Amber and Devoto in barrel. Was going in thinking about taking the Amber off of wood early (50% is on new Radoux (French Oak)) as it’s shaping up with such great flavor. Am also considering a big blend decision with the Devoto fruit: blend in Amber fruit, losing Devoto’s Green Valley appellation (in lieu of the larger Russian River designation), but ideally creating a wholly richer and more complex wine. Ended up deciding to decide nothing. Everything is evolving nicely, two very distinctive and interesting wines, am going to just step back and get out of their way for now. We noticed a little reduction on the Devoto wine (sulfuric compounds, likely a byproduct of fermentation) that some might “clean up” with a drop of copper; but again decided to leave the thing alone, the aromas seemed to blow off quickly and I expect these compounds to combine and resolve themselves in the coming months. Tom Leaf particularly liked the “Oregonian” aromas and taste of the Devoto, a dead-ringer, he claims, for an Oregonian wine whose name I’ve forgotten. We’re all excited to see how it […]
Friday, March 26, 2010Posted by Bobat 4:07 pmin blog0 comments
Both the Amber and Devoto 09 Pinots quietly went through malo in December, have been tasting and pondering since, both are still moving targets. I’ve racked them once to pull them off some murky flavors. The Amber fruit however is clearly something great, like a tight dark musty dr pepper with mushrooms and nuts. I may pull it off oak early this year (April?) to really showcase the fruit. The Devoto is young, lean, spare, with just a hint of rustic loam/earth. Have been tasting it on its own and with a 5-10% mix of Amber fruit (which would require it being a Russian River AVA designate, rather than the more specific Green Valley of Russian River), both have their merits; I find my opinion changes slightly depending on lunch… Back in to taste further next week before Crushpad moves it’s operations to Napa.
Tuesday, March 09, 2010Posted by Bobat 9:07 amin blog0 comments
It was great to meet everyone at the 7 on Locust summer celebration! We’re happy to announce that future Wait Cellars wine orders and club shipments may be picked up at 7 on Locust during normal store hours — a very nice option if you’re generally north of the bridge and want to save on shipping cost, footprint, and receiving hassle. Plus a great opportunity to regularly check out the fascinating creative directions taking shape at this unique boutique. Many thanks to Elena, Nadine, Elizabeth, Wendy, and the rest of the 7oL crew!
Thursday, December 03, 2009Posted by Bobat 4:29 pmin blog0 comments
Looking for a gift for the discriminating wine drinker? Look no farther than our Caramel Almond Gift Pack! For $40, send a bottle of Wait Cellars’ 2007 Russian River Pinot Noir and include a bag of gourmet Recchiuti Caramel Almonds. A great value, available this month only! Recchiuti (www.recchiuti.com) is a fantastic local maker of artisan confections, we’re very excited to partner with them on this holiday gift idea. Click here http://tinyurl.com/ydurhaw, or simply go to “Buy” on waitcellars.com and look for the holiday gift pack.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009Posted by Bobat 1:17 amin blog0 comments
The Wait Cellars 2006 and 2007 Russian River Pinot Noir will be poured this Saturday, November 21st from 1pm to 4pm at The Wine Club at 953 Harrison at 6th (thewineclub.com). Tastings are free! The Wine Club is a venerable (since 1985) SF wine shop and they’ll be highlighting San Francisco Wine Association wineries. If you don’t know this shop, you should, it’s a low-key gem!