Wine blog time, and walking again on two feet

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So...my foot hurts today. I had a few days of relief but this morning I woke up with a hurting foot. Had to take 2 ibuprofen so my two little projects for today may not happen. However, I can lay down, elevate/ice my foot, and type on my phone so here's a little wine blog for you. But I havevto say I'm looking forward to be able to walk on two feet again, even though the physical therapy process may be painful. I can't wait to be a functioning member of society working and traveling again, dancing and wine tasting again. For now, I can give my experience and opinion. So here goes...

Topic: Wines I've had you can't go wrong with for anyone

1. Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon and Red Proprietary Blend. Mom and I had a glass of the Red Proprietary Blend (their GSM) at Il Fornai in Carmel. It inspired me to visit Hahn winery and try others. Out of the Hahn and Smith & Hook wines, their Cab really stood out. In fact I liked it more! These wines hail from the Central Coast, and some wines are made from Paso Robles vines. I suggest a visit to Hahn winery in Soledad, CA, that has stunning views of their vineyards, but they do have a tasting room in Carmel. Fun note: Smith & Hook is the label under Hahn focusing on Cab-based Blends.
Cost: for either wine it's $20-25 a bottle, and can be found in some grocery stores.
Tasting: $20, either location

2. Pinot Noir lovers - Calera and Walt. These two wineries focus mostly on Pinots, with a few Chards. Calera also sometimes has a Rose and Viognier. Why I chose these is that they both make  Pinot Noir for every tastebud. Each has between 5 to six offerings for well-made Pinots. Everyone I've given away has been loved by those who received them. Also, visit both wineries. Walt in downtown Napa for the amazing service, and Calera outside of Hollister for the peaceful central mountain views and excellent service. Fun note: Walt is the Pinot Noir/Chardonnay driven winery of Hall wines, and is Kathryn Hall's maiden name. Calera was founded by Josh Jensen, and was bought recently by Duckhorn company so they are now part of the Duckhirn Portfolio of wines (a favorite of mine). They loved Jensen's process and wines so much that they kept it to keep the quality of the winemakers wine intact through the transition. I'm so glad they did.
Cost: $35-$95/bottle. The "cheaper" of these wines are as good as the more expensive so you can't go wrong.
Tasting: Calera $20, Walt $30

3. Last but not least, Picchetti Winery in San Jose has a wine for anyone, both sweet and dry palates alike. What I truly like about this winery is that you can make a day of it, bring a picnic, buy a bottle, sit at one of their picnic tables, and enjoy nature and, if your lucky, one of their wandering peacocks. You can't get these wines in stores but ordering online or a visit is in order, and I'd say mandatory for anyone visiting the San Jose area. Fun note: The winery has been around since 1872 (though it did have to close for a few years starting in 1976). The new owners though have kept with Picchetti traditions.
Cost: $40-$70/bottle
Tasting: $20

There are others but these are the top on my list for "friendly" wines for all palates. I'll write a follow up on others later.

Enjoy!
Tiffany 💋 

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