Friday, October 15, 2010

Erin Martin with Laird Family Estate wines/Appellations

Laird 2006 Cold Creek Ranch Pinot Grigio 2006.. i would have to say this was the miss of the day... Carneros fruit, soft pink grapefruit... ml or oak softness.. low acid .. and pushing old age



Laird Cold Creek Ranch Chardonnay.  golden yellow in the glass... mouth filling.. light acidity and long finish.. California Chardonnay wine

Laird Jillian's Blend Red 2007... cab/syrah/merlot  good acidity and melded flavors... soft tannin on the finish..named for the winery owners daughter??

Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2007.. surprisingly a 100% cab that was drinking now. showing good cassis and fruit and just the right amount of oak.. good value for the region.



Laird 2005 Mast Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon single vineyard that is dark purple and heavy... sweet fruit but not as lush as the Napa 07...have to say I like the 07 better... even with the age of this wine.

Lairds sell a good amount of their grapes to other vintners. Rombauer for one.

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