by Lane on Jan.15, 2012, under Accolades
Sandra Silfen chose our 2007 Matchbook Tinto Rey as the Detroit News recommended wine for January 11!
Selections are by wine columnist Sandra Silfven
“Smooth tannins, ripe berry fruit with cherry, blueberry and tobacco nuances characterize this sassy red from the Dunnigan Hills with coastal fruit blended in. It’s made by the Giguiere family, which planted the first vineyards in the Dunnigan Hills, northeast and inland of Napa Valley. Their noted labels included R.H. Phillips, Toasted Head and Hogue Cellars, all of which were huge successes and eventually sold. In recent times, with partners, they started the Crew Wine Co., and planted Matchbook Vineyard in the Dunnigan Hills. “Tinto Rey” means Red King and is the main grape in this dry red blend, and Tempranillo is the king of Spanish reds. It also has Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Graciano and Petite Sirah in the blend.”
Read the entire review on line.
