Dispatch - Sip
April 23, 2021
Chateau Montelena's Concierge Program is featured in the May issue of Modern Luxury San Francisco in a column that highlights new happenings in and around the area. The article speaks to...
The posh bottles of wine so exclusive that you can't just go out and buy
April 23, 2021
Fortune included Chateau Montelena in a story about exclusive, collectible wines that aren't readily available to purchase at retail stores. In fact, the writer says, "If you dream of helping...
Steven Spurrier: Burgundy's 2019 Vintage is Not to be Missed
April 23, 2021
The late Steven Spurrier wrote a feature in The Somm Journal highlighting Burgundy's 2019 vintage, including an in-depth overview of Domaine Chanson and the 2019 crus - four whites and...
Here's How to Tell if a Wine is Worth Aging
April 23, 2021
Robb Report wrote a detailed story to help readers better understand whether they should purchase wine to drink now or to age in their homes for years to come. Chateau...
Quinta do Noval Declares 2019 Port Vintage
April 23, 2021
Decanter reported that Quinta do Noval has declared three ports from the 2019 vintage, including its famed "Nacional." As for the extremely small production Nacional, produced from a small parcel...
Wine Reviews: California New Releases
April 16, 2021
Terroirist highlighted Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2018 and Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018 as part of a California new release story. Awarding it 91 points, the Russian...
Toast with Mom
April 16, 2021
USA Today selected Gary Farrell Olivet Lane Chardonnay 2018 as a top toast for Mother's Day this year. The story notes that the Russian River Valley region makes "world-class chardonnay,...
The Italian Volcanic Red Wine Called "The Barolo of the South"
April 16, 2021
Wine Enthusiast recommended Paternoster 2016 Don Anselmo in a story highlighting 12 of the most exciting Aglianico grape bottlings from the Vulture region in Basilicata. The wine, which the publication...
New Releases from Champagne
April 16, 2021
Forbes contributor Tom Hyland recommended Champagne Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs 2014 in a recent column focused on new releases. He notes "aromas of fresh lemon, yellow flowers and chamomile."...
Champagne Maker Bollinger Buys Ponzi Vineyards
April 09, 2021
NBC Portland covered the news of the Bollinger family's acquisition of Ponzi Vineyards in a TV segment that aired on Thursday, April 8. Sisters Maria and Luisa Ponzi spoke with...
These Elite Bottles of Wine are So Exclusive, You Can't Just Buy Them
April 09, 2021
Bloomberg highlights the library vintages of Chateau Montelena as some of the most exclusive bottles of wine available to consumers. Elin McCoy elaborates that "certain rare bottlings from big-name wineries...
Fifty Shades of Syrah
April 08, 2021
In her latest feature for Wine Searcher, Margaret Rand details the factors that allow for Syrah's ability to shapeshift into a multitude of guises ranging from cool and peppery to...
Exciting News: Bollinger and Ponzi Families Unite
April 07, 2021
Today we have very big news! After 50 years working to establish the Willamette Valley as a world renowned wine region, the Ponzi family is staged for the next chapter....
Champagne – James Bond’s royal flush
April 05, 2021
In honor of the highly anticipated release of EON's 25th Bond film, No Time To Die, Jancis Robinson published a detailed story about James Bond's love for Champagne and Bollinger's...
New Napa Valley Wine Concierge Will Get You Wines Not Available for Purchase
April 05, 2021
Departures wrote a dedicated story on Chateau Montelena's new customizable Wine Concierge program. The piece elaborates on the luxury offering, which gives wine lovers access to the winery's extensive library...
Experience California Wine Country in Style at These 9 Effortlessly Luxurious Vineyards
March 26, 2021
Departures included Chateau Montelena's "Concierge Program" in a story that highlights luxury experiences currently offered in Napa Valley for visitors. Writer Jonathan Cristaldi explains, this program "grants wine lovers access...
Winter White Wines Perfect for Early Spring
March 26, 2021
MassLive selected Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Chardonnay 2018 in this week's column focused on white wines to enjoy this spring. Writer Ken Ross opens the piece with a comparison...
The Top 10 Wines for Summer 2021
March 26, 2021
Drinkhacker highlighted Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2018 in a round up focusing on top wines for summer. Stating that you can't go wrong with Gary Farrell, the...
Sonoma Chardonnay Comes Alive
March 12, 2021
The April 2021 issue of Wine Enthusiast features Gary Farrell Winery in a story focused on Sonoma Chardonnay. Writer Virginie Boone notes that "California Chardonnay, specifically from Sonoma, is finally...