How’you doing…Luna?

Luna Vineyards Pinot Grigio 2007, Napa Valley, CA

I think this catch phrase is an amalgamtion of a line from Friends (so eloquently recited by Joey) and the name of an internet company that was subsequently purchased by Google, but somehow it has stuck in our household. All of this by way of an introduction to Luna Vineyards in Napa Valley, CA, owned by Mike Moone and George Vare.

Luna Vineyards Pinot Grigio 2007, Napa Valley, CA, $18.00
Winemaking: 95% Pinot Grigio, 5% Chardonnay; 20% fermented in neutral French oak barrels, 30% underwent malolactic fermentation
Aromas: Citrus, floral, hint of stone, slight yeast
Flavors: Orange, citrus zest
Structure: Medium+ acidity, medium-bodied, medium alcohol, medium+ length
Conclusion: Good fruit concentration, with nice aromas, but more limited complexity on the palate.

 

Luna Vineyards Sangiovese 2007, Napa Valley, CA, $25.00
Winemaking: 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petite Sirah; Aged for 12 months in 25% new French oak barrels.
Aromas: Cherry, oak, spice, tomato leaf
Flavors: Rich, concentrated fruit – cherry, tomato, spice and oak
Structure: Medium-high acidity, medium-bodied, medium alcohol and medium length.
Conclusion: A good quality wine, ready to drink now.

 

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