Johnson Estate Winery

Foley Johnson

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Plumbing and tobacco, mellow and smooth finish. Paired with filet and duck. It works with the duck well — 17 days ago

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Molino Real

Mountain Wine Málaga Moscatel 2016

Before phylloxera wiped out its vineyards, Málaga was considered one of Europe’s greatest wine regions and its legendary “mountain wines” were coveted throughout the world. In his memoirs, Hugh Johnson singled out an 1830s “mountain wine” bought at a Christie’s auction under the label Molino del Rey as the best wine he’d ever drank - and he’s had plenty. Taking its inspiration from Johnson’s account, Telmo Rodríguez’s Molino Real represents a groundbreaking effort to revive Málaga’s winemaking traditions and to explore the region’s potential for top quality sweet wines.

A “vino naturalmente dulce” or naturally sweet wine (not to be confused with Málaga’s also famous “vino dulce natural” a fortified style developed later in the 18th Century), Molino Real is made with Muscat of Alexandria grapes from 9 hectares of vines on steep slate slopes in Cómpeta in the Axarquía region. The grapes were sun dried - a process known as asoleo - to increase sugar concentration, fermented in 225-liter oak barrels and then aged for 20 months.

Sumptuous, exuberant nose. Flowers, orange blossom, and peach (actually peach yogurt). Balanced, not overwhelmingly sweet. Delicious!
— 4 years ago

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Foley Johnson

Napa Valley Chardonnay 2019

Really good. Excellent Chardonnay. Very balanced. Good to order from wine club. — 8 months ago

Robert Johnson

Merlot 2009

2009 vintage. Smooth and silky. Nice mid strength red. Black currants and a hint of smoke on the nose. Very nice. — 3 years ago

Alloro Vineyard

Riservata Pinot Noir 2014

tbc
9.0

A gift from Erik and Kate Johnson — 4 years ago

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Vice Versa

Le Petit Vice Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Short Rib wine. 👍🏼
Winery notes,

Unique circumstances helped create the monumentally impressive 2013 Le Petit Vice. Proprietor Patrice Breton worked with Paul Hobbs and Mike Smith in the beginning, and finished the wine with the help of Philippe Melka, and Shawn Johnson… Four of Napa Valley’s most accomplished winemakers.

Aged for 22 months in Taransaud and Marques French oak barrels,
— 4 years ago

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Paul T HB

Paul T HB

2-3 minute sear on each side at 500-550. Perfect 👌
Paul T HB

Paul T HB

Prime cut makes a difference. Not a chew fest like supermarket meat.
Ellen Clifford

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I have never heard of Taransaud or Marques French barrels but if I go after a master of wine probably should know all the barrels 🤔 any which way sounds like it was a good wine 🍷

Domaine Bart

Marsannay Rosé Pinot Noir 2020

Everything you want in a rosé.Crisp, refreshing, opens up as the meal goes on. This got lost in the bday blizzard but was returned to, time and again.
According to Johnson & Robinson @World Atlas of Wine, Rosé accounts for just 1% in Burg, but is a specialty in Marsannay.
I see why.
— 3 years ago

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Newton Johnson Family Vineyards

Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley Chardonnay 2014

Well balanced buttery chardonnay, With elegant notea of citrus and elegant oakiness.
Superb South African Quality
— 4 years ago

Turnbull Wine Cellars

Johnson Turnbull Vineyard Selection 82 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1986

Predecessor to today's Turnbull Winery..think around $30 bucks back in its time.

Double decant (decent chunky sediment) and pour. A sterling tawny ruby red color with good bricking. On the nose: A surprisingly expressive nose!......sweet aged cab perfume, cherries, Eucalyptus, cedar, green veggies, smoked meats. Taste: elegant, smooth, nice mouthfeel, medium body wine with dried black fruit, dried herbs, pepper, and a currant & leather medium finish with just a little tannic kick after all these years. A gift from a friend, and a TREAT to drink this Saturday night!!!!!
— 4 years ago

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Tom Garland

Tom Garland

@Paul T- Huntington Beach Mixed in with Robert Palmer, Simple Minds, Peter Gabriel, Dire Straits..thats it, bottle is done.
Jeff D.

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Fun blast from the past!
Tom Garland

Tom Garland

@Jeff D. Yes, enjoyed the trip!Cheers!