Sterling Vineyard
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Sterling Vineyard Produces Many Varieties
Sterling Vineyard is located in Napa Valley that produces a unique style of wine appreciated by many people throughout the world. The following of people, restaurants, liquor stores, and bar owners that Sterling Vineyard has created and maintained over the years all equally enjoy the winery’s “Reserve” wines, “Single Vineyard Wines,” “Napa Valley Wines,” and “Vintners Collection Wines.”
Reserve Wines
The Reserve wines are the most expensive produced at this winery, and are available only in limited quantities. They are considered to be the most select of all Sterling Vineyard wines, and are not widely distributed. The Reserve wines come in Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and a Bordeaux Blend.
Single Vineyard Wines
The wines that are considered “Single Vineyard Wines” are those made from grapes which were grown in one of three specific vineyards. The grapes that are harvested from these three vineyards year after year are consistent in providing enjoyable flavors that are similar, yet unique. The types of Single Vineyard Wines regularly produced are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.
Napa Valley Wines
The Napa Valley wines that Sterling Vineyard produces are very fruity in nature. Many contain hints of blackberry, cherry, and other fruits. These unique wines tend to be light and clean tasting, and come in the following varieties: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. The Napa Valley wines are so popular among Americans that Sterling Vineyard recently announced that its Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was the most frequently ordered wine “by the glass” at restaurants around the country. They were able to obtain this information from a poll taken by Wine & Spirits Magazine in 2005.
Vintner’s Collection
The Vintner’s Collection consists of the Sterling Vineyard wines frequently appearing on wine lists at restaurants. The recipe for these wines was created with food in mind, and they go well with most cuisine, ranging from prime rib to a homemade spaghetti dinner. The Vintner’s Collection includes the following varieties: Merlot, Chardonnay, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon. These wines are the least expensive of all produced at this winery.
Touring the Winery
A tour of the Sterling Vineyard is a unique experience. The vineyard strives to provide an elegant experience for all who decide to tour and taste wine there, and even go as far as serving guests wine in crystal wine glasses. The tours consist of a guide presenting information about the historical background of the winery and educational facts about Sterling Vineyard, as well as the wine industry as a whole.
Groups of people who attend a tour of the winery are treated with samples of wine from the vineyard’s Reserve collection, which are the most expensive wines produced. As with all winery tours in the United States, all of those who attend must be over the age of 21. In addition, reservations for tours and wine tasting should be made as far in advance as possible because the winery only hosts one tour a day. Reservations can be made by calling the winery or visiting the winery’s web site.
Wine Club
For any fan of Sterling Vineyard wines, there is a uniquely designed wine club that may be beneficial to join. The club offers wine delivery to any address every single month, discounts off regularly produced wines, private wine tasting, and special invitations to events. Joining the wine club is easy and a membership can even be given to another person as a gift. More information is available on the Sterling Vineyard’s web site.
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