Tag Archives: Donelan Wines
Single Vineyard vs. Cuvees: A Wine by Any Other Name
By Tyler Thomas Frequently I am asked the question “which is better, blends or single vineyards wines?” The way we couch things in the industry, it seems sometimes that one or the other should be better. Large production wines with … Continue reading
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German Lessons
By Tyler Thomas Making great wine vintage after vintage is a result of two places: the vineyard and the mind. While inimitable wine presumes inimitable fruit, the role played by the mind, and juggling variables involved from vineyard to glass … Continue reading
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Sonoma & Syrah
By Tyler Thomas As the principle grape we employ in our vinous endeavor and the vehicle to my wine interest you may dismiss my passion for Syrah as mere pandering. However if you are willing to explore the depths of … Continue reading
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Senel Wine’s Top 10 of 2011 (the Full List)
Thank you all for following me through another bountiful year of wine experiences. I hope 2011 has treated you well, regardless of how “into” wine you are. Remember, it’s just wine. You don’t just jump into knowing everything or having … Continue reading
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Senel Wine’s Top 10 Wine of 2011: #9
2009 Donelan, Venus, Sonoma County (California) $45 Ranking point total 3.5 (1.25/1.25/1) Following-up on the success of the selection of their Cuvee Christine in last year’s Top 10, they’ve rightly earned their spot yet again. This time, they are simply showing … Continue reading
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Autumn Pairing: Pork Chops and Cabbage w/ Savory Apple Cider Gravy & ’09 Donelan Venus
Now that we’ve had two stunning dishes paired with two exemplary wines, it’s time for the pièce de résistance, my recipe! Ok, so we were supposed to have a third guest recipe; however it seems as if they’ve backed out. The … Continue reading
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Wines I’m diggin’ now
The last few Wines I’m diggin’ now installments have been themed, so I thought I’d get back to simply recommending some awesome wines that I know you’ll enjoy. Well…you’ll enjoy if you like wine that is. As of late I’ve … Continue reading
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An interview with Tyler Thomas of Donelan Wines
For the past few years, I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying the transition of one of California’s truly spectacular wine houses. Back in 2009, I first came across PAX/Donelan through a bottle of 2007 PAX Cuvee Christine while dining at Bedford Village … Continue reading
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Big flavor and even bigger value available from Rhone varietals in the United States
For some time now, I have been singing the praises of terrior driven, Rhone-styled wines from producers outside of France. Names like PAX / Donelan in Sonoma, Torbreck in Australia, and a few other New World wineries have yet to … Continue reading
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