New Wine Review from WinePredator

3 Russian River Valley Women in Wine for Sonoma Wine Month Producing Pinot Noir:
Balverne, Ketcham, Selby paired with Pate and Duck

Check out the full article [HERE]

We’re honored to be featured in Wine Predator’s latest article celebrating Sonoma Wine Month! The piece highlights three women-led wineries producing exceptional Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, including Balverne, Ketcham Estate, and Selby Winery. Each winery brings a unique perspective and dedication to crafting outstanding wines.​

Explore the full article to learn more about these remarkable women and their contributions to Sonoma's vibrant wine scene: Sonoma County Vintners​

A heartfelt thank you to Gwendolyn Alley for shining a spotlight on women in wine during Sonoma Wine Month.​

Apr 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM Permalink

New Wine Reviews from PlanetGrapeWineReview

​We’re honored to be featured in Wine Predator’s latest article celebrating Sonoma Wine Month! The piece highlights three women-led wineries producing exceptional Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, including Balverne, Ketcham Estate, and Selby Winery. Each winery brings a unique perspective and dedication to crafting outstanding wines.​

Explore the full article to learn more about these remarkable women and their contributions to Sonoma's vibrant wine scene: Sonoma County Vintners​

A heartfelt thank you to Gwendolyn Alley for shining a spotlight on women in wine during Sonoma Wine Month.​

2024 Balverne Sauvignon Blanc  Chalk Hill Sonoma California USA  91
Fresh, zippy and dry with notes of pink grapefruit, lime zest, mango, fresh fennel and tarragon.
14%, 750 ml, $27  [Check it out here]

2021  Balverne Chardonnay  Russian River Valley Sonoma California USA  92
Full bodied, supple and dry with notes of lemon tart, green Anjou pear, peach cobbler and buttered pecan.
13.9%, 750 ml, $35  [Check it out here]

2024 Balverne Rose of Pinot Noir  Russian River Valley Sonoma California USA  91
Light, refreshing, crisp and dry with notes of raspberry, watermelon, peach and wild oregano.
13.5%, 750 ml, $24  [Check it out here]

2022 Balverne Pinot Noir  Russian River Valley Sonoma California USA  93
Full, plush, tart and dry with notes of pomegranate, raspberry, red cherry, red licorice, sarsaparilla and clove.
13.8%, 750 ml, $45  [Check it out here]

2021 Balverne  Cabernet Sauvignon  Chalk Hill Sonoma California USA  93
Full-bodied, smooth and dry with notes of black cherry, black currant, vanilla, clove and dark chocolate.
14.3%, 750 ml, $48  [Check it out here]

2021 Balverne Zinfandel  Russian River Valley Sonoma California USA  93
Full, supple, sweet-tart and dry with notes of raspberry, strawberry, red cherry, plum, peppered salami and smoked almond.
14.3%, 750 ml, $30  [Check it out here]

A big thank you to Planet Grape Wine Review for recognizing the quality and character of our wines. We’re proud to continue showcasing the best of Sonoma with each new vintage.

Apr 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM Permalink

New Wine Review from Vinography

Vinography Unboxed: Week of 4/13/25

Alder tasted through some of our newest releases and shared his thoughts on the wines, including detailed tasting notes and impressions.

It’s always an honor to have our wines recognized by respected voice in the wine world. We invite you to check out the full post and see what he had to say: Check out the full article [HERE]

A huge thank you to Alder and Vinography for shining a spotlight on Balverne and Notre Vue Estate.

2022 Balverne Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California
Light garnet in the glass, this wine smells of raspberries and cranberries. In the mouth, bright raspberry, orange peel, and pomegranate flavors have a bright juicy acidity and faint, powdery tannic texture. Notes of sweet oak emerge in the finish more strongly than I would like. 13.8% alcohol. Score: between 8.5 and 9. Cost: $45.

2021 Balverne Zinfandel, Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California
Medium garnet in the glass, this wine smells of sweet blackberry and licorice. In the mouth, flavors of blackberry, brown sugar, sweet oak, and dried herbs have decent acidity and lightly tacky tannins. There’s a bit too much wood influence here for me. Certified Sonoma Sustainable. 14.3% alcohol. Score: around 8.5. Cost: $30

2021 Balverne Cabernet Sauvignon, Chalk Hill, Sonoma, California
Medium to dark garnet in color, this wine smells of cherry, tobacco leaf, and plum. In the mouth, bright cherry and plum flavors are juicy with fantastic acidity and wrapped in muscular tannins that coat the mouth. The wood is very well integrated here, giving structure but little flavor, letting the cherry fruit shine through the finish. Certified Sonoma sustainable. 14.3% alcohol. Score: between 8.5 and 9. Cost: $48

Apr 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM Permalink

Notre Vue Wins Big: 6 Medals at the Dan Berger Wine Competition!

Notre Vue Wins Big: 6 Medals at the Dan Berger Wine Competition!

If you’re looking for award-winning wines in Sonoma County, we have exciting news! Notre Vue Estate Winery has earned six medals at the prestigious Dan Berger Wine Competition, including Best of Class for our 2021 Merlot and 2021 Malbec.

Award-Winning Wines from the Heart of Sonoma County

At Notre Vue, we craft wines that truly reflect the beauty and diversity of Sonoma’s Russian River Valley and Chalk Hill AVAs. Winning multiple awards, including two Best of Class honors, is a testament to our dedication to quality, sustainable farming, and expert winemaking.

Spotlight on Our Best of Class Winners

🍷 2021 Merlot – A beautifully balanced red with rich dark fruit, smooth tannins, and a long, elegant finish.

🍷 2021 Malbec – Bold and expressive, with layers of blackberry, plum, and spice, making it a standout among California Malbecs.

These wines captured the attention of judges and are now available for you to experience firsthand!

Visit Notre Vue for a Wine Tasting in Sonoma

There’s no better way to celebrate than by tasting these award-winning wines for yourself. We invite you to visit our family-owned estate winery, where you can enjoy breathtaking vineyard views, sustainable farming practices, and world-class hospitality.

Book Your Tasting Today!

Reserve your spot now and discover why Notre Vue is one of Sonoma’s hidden gems.

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Mar 19, 2025 at 10:23 AM Permalink