We are sipping between the showers this weekend at Madrona Wine. Stop by and see what will bring some sunshine into your life.

Friday—a value Chianti. There is a lot to smile about here.

2020 Donna Laura, Alteo Chianti Reserva $16
100% Sangiovese
Clear ruby red color with clean aromas of wild rose, black currant and sour black cherry. Persistent flavors of red berries with soft tannins and an overall fine structure.

Saturday – lots of layers from the Loire to the Cali coast.

2022 Domaine Colin, “Pierre Francois” Rouge $20
70% Pineau d’Aunis, 30% Pinot Noir, 10% Gamay
Loire
This is and elegant Loire red that would please any Pinot lover. It has a fruity, spicy and fine nose. The flavors are layered, balanced, silky and well structured.
2021 Flowers, Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir $48
First class California Pinot. A mix of red and blue fruit on the nose unfolds with layers of violets, spice notes. Hints of blueberries join a burst of cherry on the palate, grounded by fine-grained tannins and juicy acidity.

Sunday – you say Ribera and I say “what time is dinner?”

2015 Catania, Ribera del Duero Crianza $14
100% Tempranillo
Ripe fruit aromas with hints of cocoa and roasted coffee. A touch of sweet fruit on the palate with a backbone of tannins and a little acidity.