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November 24th, 2020

The Arsonist Red Blend & Matchbook Cabernet Named Top 100! by Wine Enthusiast

by: Virginia Valdez Sandfer

BREAKING NEWS! Our 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend made the Wine Enthusiast’s 2020 Top 100 List coming in at #71.

This makes two (2!) Matchbook wines featured on Wine Enthusiast’s top 100 lists this year: 2018 Matchbook Cabernet Sauvignon coming in at #28 on the Top 100 Best Buy list and now 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend on the Top 100 list.

Our 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend will be on the list in Wine Enthusiast’s Best of the Year issue to be released on December 15.

Congrats again to our amazing winemaking and vineyard teams for working together to make fabulous, high-scoring wines from the Dunnigan Hills!


August 10th, 2020

Red Hot Ratings in the 90’s from Wine Enthusiast

by: Virginia Valdez Sandfer

AWARD-WINNING LINEUP  

2018 Matchbook Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon 
{ 91 points & Best Buy }

“This is a brawny, full-bodied and firmly tannic wine that’s nevertheless seductive, complex and layered. A dark color and impressions of tobacco, black currant, and sage make it delicious to sip.”
— Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast Magazine”

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2017 The Arsonist Red Blend
{ 92 points } 
“This wine is super concentrated and complex in its array of red and black fruit flavors, with subtle oak spices and a rich texture. A blend of Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, it has a mouthcoating effect and a lingering gorgeous finish.” 
—Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast Magazine
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2018 Matchbook Estate Bottled Petite Sirah
{ 91 points }

“This wine is richly flavored and boldly tannic, literally coating the mouth. It is deep and dark in color, packed with blackberry jam and strawberry flavors, with a mouthfeel that is velvety in texture.”
—Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Or get all three in one convenient trio pack – Buy Now »

Watch &  Learn


Enjoy this video overview of Matchbook Wine Company’s Red Wine Program featuring Director of Winemaking, Dan Cederquist, and owner, John Giguiere. Get to know our award-winning wines through our soils, vineyard techniques, and excellent winemaking practices.
Watch Now »

Other recent scores in the 90’s »


July 1st, 2020

Sizzling Summer in the 90’s!

by: Virginia Valdez Sandfer

 

Get the barbeque fired up, the picnic table set, and pour a glass of your favorite wine. Many of our favorites have been recently reviewed and are – Hot, Hot, Hot! From rich and luscious to bright and fruity, we’ll have a wine for you and your friends.

Read the reviews below and shop online or come visit us at our re-opened tasting room. Be sure to check out our FAQ post before visiting.

Photo by:
@jordantarver and @nicssimpleliving


2018 The Arsonist Chardonnay

91 points, The Tasting Panel Magazine

“Smooth and creamy with nice depth and balance; rich, complex and subtle with vanilla new oak and ripe – but not heavy – fruit; long and generous.”

90 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

 

2017 The Arsonist Red Blend

93 points, Blue Lifestyle

Deep garnet color, soft spice nose, satin smooth texture; juicy and tangy with plum and spice, lush and dense with complexity and layered flavors, long and generous.” –Anthony Dias Blue

 

2018 Matchbook Old Head Chardonnay

90 points, The Tasting Panel Magazine

“A surprisingly impressive wine at this price; lush and creamy with ripe fruit and notes of vanilla oak; dense and rich but tangy and balanced.”

90 points & Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

 

2018 Matchbook Red Gravel Cabernet Sauvignon

90 points, The Tasting Panel

“Deep garnet color; smooth texture, concentrated flavors of plum, blackberry and spice; toasty, rich and dense; long and balanced.”

90 points & Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

 

2017 Matchbook Petit Verdot

92 points, Blue Lifestyle

“Rich garnet color, smooth texture, juicy and tangy blackberry fruit, spice, toasty oak and hints of vanilla; stylish and long…” –Anthony Dias Blue

 

2015 Matchbook Syrah

92 points & Editors’ Choice, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

“This generous, expansive wine tastes rich and concentrated from the first whiff of ripe plums, baking spices and cedar to the lingering, spiced plum finish. It is full bodied, layered and mouthcoating” –Jim Gordon

 

2019 Chasing Venus Marlborough NZ Sauvignon Blanc

96 points & Double Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

94 points & PLATINUM, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

91 points, The Tasting Panel Magazine

“Smooth herbal nose, exuberant citrus with tangy acidity and racy style; juicy, fresh and lively, clean, charming and long.”

 

2019 Mossback Russian River Valley Rosé of Pinot Noir

Tasting Room Exclusive

90 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

“Melon, soft citrus and strawberry keep coming from start to finish in refreshing fashion. Poolside perfection.”

 

2018 Mossback Russian River Valley Chardonnay

90 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

“Bright red fruit stars in this young and fresh wine. It’s balanced by a a solid acidity.”

 

2017 Mossback Chalk Hill Cabernet Sauvignon

91 points & Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

90 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

“Fresh and clean with soft citrus notes.”

 

2019 Tinto Rey Rosé

92 points & Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

91 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

“Aromas of strawberry and stone fruit, excellent balance and a long finish.”

 

2018 Tinto Rey Verdejo

90 points & Gold, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

9 Bright California Wines, Wine Spectator

“Light and juicy, this offers a gripping mix of grapefruit and lemon zest flavors, set on a sleek and crisp frame, with a touch of freshly grated ginger lingering.”

 

2016 Tinto Rey Super Tinto Red Blend

90 points, Blue Lifestyle

“Smooth, toasty and earthy; berry fruit and good balance; juicy and long.” –Anthony Dias Blue

 

2015 Tinto Rey Tempranillo

91 points & Editors’ Choice, Wine Enthusiast Magazine

“This generous wine is full in body and packed with ripe black fruits wrapped in dark chocolate. Fine-grained tannins give support on the palate and balance the opulent fruitiness.” –Jim Gordon

93 points & Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition

92 points & Gold – BEST TEMPRANILLO, 2020 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

 Enjoy your summer sipping!

 


June 26th, 2020

Chasing Venus Scores 91 Points!

by: Virginia Valdez Sandfer

Our Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc was just awarded 91 points in The Tasting Panel Magazine’s July / August issue. This go-to white wine is perfect for summer sipping. Pair it with your favorite warm-weather dishes like grilled chicken, sushi, vegetable pasta, or an herbaceous garden salad. Watch our tasting video below to familiarize yourself with this charming wine.

 

Get a bottle! Shop our online wine store to experience this bright and lively Sauvignon Blanc! Click here.