Wine of the week: Cambria "Julia's Vineyard" 2012 Pinot Noir

Youthful, balanced, supple, very fruit forward, light nose type of Pinot Noir. Cambria Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir is the quintessential expression of the Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir. Light and fruity balanced and textured, red cherries, pomegranate, raspberries, and sweet oak fill your palate with a long dancing finish that makes you want to drink a second glass. 100% grown estate Pinot Noir for $20-$25 is a steal! I would recommend this to any Pinot lover or someone interested in getting to reds but don't know where to start. Also this wine could make a great gift for Christmas.                                                                          

Wine of the week

I chose the 2009 EOS estate Zinfandel from Paso Robles, CA as my wine of the week for a few reasons: 1. Could not beat the price, it was only $9. 2. I have tried it before and remembered it being tasty and wanted to see if I remembered correctly, I did. EOS winery is located right outside of Paso Robles with beautiful rolling hills and vineyards surrounding the grounds, from my experience with their wines they continually make complex big reds and beautifully composed whites. Paso Robles is really starting to become more well known as a wine destination more and more every year and recently was named 2013 Wine Region of the Year. Specifically becoming more known for their Rhone style Reds such as Zinfandel and Syrah, Paso Robles wineries specialize in upwards of 40 different varietals, so whether you like Red or White Paso Robles not only offers a different style of wine and winemaking, its laid back nature makes it a place you just want to be.

Tasting Notes:  Aroma of Raspberry, charred oak, with hints of pepper and vanilla. On the palate Raspberry jam, pepper, black cherry with a long supple finish. Definitely worth a try!