![]() ![]() Being renamed FEL Wines in March, 2014, as a tribute to Lede’s mother, Florence Elsie Lede. They also make Pinot Gris, Gewurtz, Riesling, and Chardonnay. We fell in love with them for their Pinot Noir, but we quickly discovered and fell for their Syrah, as well. Owned by Cliff Lede, with Ryan Hodgins at the helm as winemaker, Breggo is located in Anderson Valley. We love that Woman Power is behind this winery and adore their deft handling of grapes. ![]() Syrah is their signature varietal but they also make divine Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and a Rosé. Headed by owner/winemaker Deborah Schatzlein and owner/winegrower Cindy Paulson, Bink is located in the town of Philo, in Mendocino County’s gorgeous Anderson Valley. The Adams also founded another winery, Ten Acre, through which they produce gorgeous Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Bella’s tasting room is in its wine cave, which makes for an exquisite and fun tasting experience. They produce big, beautiful Zinfandels, as well as a Petite Syrah and even a Rosé. Scott grew up in Minnesota, thus making Bella practically a hometown winery for us. Located in California’s Dry Creek Valley, Bella was started in 1999 by husband and wife Scott and Lynn Adams. We’ve only recently discovered them, but we’re very impressed! Bella Arnot RobertsĪ partnership between childhood friends Duncan Arnot Meyers and Nathan Lee Roberts, the winery focuses primarily on small lot, single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Chardonnay made with grapes from various Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino vineyards. A new find for us, the aroma alone of their Pinot Noir can send you into the stratosphere. Farming organically and sustainably, they make Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache and Viogner. After an incredibly lucky last minute change of plans kept Peter from being at a meeting in the World Trade Center on the morning of 9/11, the Works left their corporate jobs to pursue their dream of winemaking. In California’s Santa Rita Hills, Ampelos is owned by husband and wife Peter and Rebecca Work. Happy holidays and cheers to one and all! The Thirsty Kitten’s Favorite Wineries for 2013 Ampelos Because when the dog bites and when the bee stings and when we’re feeling sad, we simply remember our favorite things, and then we don’t feel so bad. So, with a tip of the hat to Julie Andrews and Rodgers and Hammerstein (sorry, not the Carrie Underwood version), we raise our glasses to creme colored ponies and crisp apple strudels, to doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles. Our two non-California contenders are from Oregon and Argentina. ![]() For those who like to keep count, there are 8 in Sonoma County, 5 in Mendocino County, 2 in Santa Barbara County, and 1 in Napa. (You should be well aware of our biases by now). Ours, of course, is comprised entirely of wineries. Yes, just like Oprah we have a favorite things list for 2013. If you don’t already recognize the significance of this line, we’ll spell it out for you: These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things. Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens. 12 Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens | A Few of Our Favorite Things. ![]()
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