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woman on wine: vineyard glam

by amy reiley

While most of the world knows Francis Ford Coppola as the man who brought us The Godfather, those in the wine biz consider him a godfather of the American wine industry. Bringing his appreciation for art and undying perfectionism to the world of wine, Coppola has built one of the finest wine empires in California's revered Napa Valley. His Rubicon is considered one of the finest, (and most expensive) American red wines. But his imposing Niebaum Coppola Estate Winery also produces finely crafted wines for every budget.

2001 BLANCANEAUX
A thirst-quenching, crisp, complex wine, Blancaneaux is a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. The name, literally translated from French means “white water,” but the wine, with its citrus and cut hay flavors and hints of apple and oak is no ordinary “water.” $$$


2002 BIANCO
A fun, flirty blend, Bianco blends Pinot Grigio with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Refreshing with great acidity, it finishes clean with a hint of pleasantly bitter grapefruit. $


2001 CABERNET FRANC
Single varietal Cabernet Francs are on the rise on the American wine scene and this is undoubtedly a fine example as to why. Highly extracted with a gorgeous, plum color, this finely crafted Cab Franc is ripe with tart cherry, currant and blackberry flavors. $$$


2000 CASK CABERNET SAUVIGNON
A luscious, terroir-driven Cab, the Cask is a beautiful expression of Rutherford soil. A top Napa Valley Cab, the wine exudes lusty blackberry and bramble aromas and flavors. $$$$


2001 DIAMOND SERIES BLACK LABEL CLARET
A pretty blend of Cab, Merlot, Cab Franc and Malbec, Coppola’s Claret is packed with aromas and flavors of exotic spice. Well-priced at under $20, it is an alluring and complex, value-driven wine. $$


2001 DIAMOND SERIES GOLD LABEL CHARDONNAY
A fruity, juicy tropical Chard, the Gold Label offers California lushness without an overabundance of oak. Fairly priced at about $15, its definitely a crowd pleasure among Chardonnay fans. $$


2001 DIAMOND SERIES GREEN LABEL SYRAH
Made with fruit from California’s Paso Robles and Monterrey regions, this is a wine as intensely colored as pen ink. Offering the varietal characteristics of American Syrah, it is a fine example of the grape’s plum and current flavors with the added impact of a long, peppery finish. $$


2001 EDIZIONE PENNINO ZINFANDEL
A tribute to Coppola’s maternal grandfather, the Edizione Pennino Zin is a sweet, spicy luscious expression of Napa Valley fruit. Its aromas and flavors capture the best of baking spices intermingled with cherries, berries and just a hint of vanilla custard. $$$


2002 ROSSO
A blend of Zin, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosso is a crowd-pleasing, rustic blend. A meaty, flavorful wine with cherry and blackberry flavors, it’s an easy-drinking wine - and one that just cries for penne. $


SOPHIA BLANC DE BLANC
Created as a gift to his daughter Sophia, this Blanc de Blanc has become a gift to all lovers of American sparkling wine. Made from Monterrey County, fruit, this limited-production fizz offers floral aromas and clean, light, citrus flavors. $$
 
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