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The Final Pour! Top Wines for Championship Celebrations

  • Mar 26, 2024
  • By The Vineyard Vixen

In the spirit of excellence, we've curated a selection of top wines from the prestigious 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

The Final Pour: Winning Wines for Championship Celebrations

As the excitement of March Madness reaches its pinnacle and basketball fans gather around screens to witness the crowning of a champion, there's no better time to elevate your viewing experience with the perfect bottle of wine. Whether you're cheering for your favorite team or simply enjoying the game-day atmosphere, savoring premium wines can add an extra layer of sophistication and enjoyment to the championship celebration.

 

For the red fans

For Red Wine Fans:

1850 Wine Cellars 2021    Cabernet Sauvignon, Sierra Foothills

Amphora 2019   Grenache, Dry Creek Valley

Avino Dos 2018   Malbec, Oak Knoll District

Bent Creek Wines        2021    Petite Sirah, Livermore Valley

Boeger Winery            2020  Tempranillo, El Dorado

Bogle Family 2021    Pinot Noir, California

Cathedral Ridge 2019   Pinot Noir, Columbia Gorge

De La Montanya 2021    Merlot, Dry Creek Valley

deLormier Winery        2021    Zinfandel, Alexander Valley

Furthermore Wines    2021    Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast Gioia Vineyard

Garre Vineyard    2020  Primitivo, Livermore Valley

Greenhill Vineyards     2021    Tannat, Virginia

Hoyt Family 2019   Petit Verdot, Paso Robles Willow Creek Dist

Ladera                        2021    Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

Mazzocco Sonoma       2021    Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley Pony Vineyard

Rancho Roble Vineyards   2022   Barbera                   

Rockpile Vineyards             2020  Syrah/Shriaz, Rockpile Vineyard

Scott Harvey                         2021    Zinfandel, Amador County

Vezer Family Vineyard    2019   Nebbiolo, Napa Valley Blue Victorian Vineyard

 

Winning white, rose and sparkling wine too

For White, Rose, and Sparkling Wine Lovers:

Wente                                        NV      Sparkling Brut, Arroyo Seco

Campos Family Vineyards  2022   Dry Rose, Contra Costa County

Edio Vineyards at Delfino Farms  2022   Albarino, El Dorado

Helwig Winery                    2020  White Blend, Shenandoah Valley

Matrix Winery                      2022   Dry Rose, Russian River Valley

Notre Vue                            2022   Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

V. Sattui                              2022   Riesling, Russian River Valley

Tin Barn Vineyards            2022   Sauvignon Blanc, Los Carneros

 

Cheers to all the winning wines

These are just some of the winning wines, you can view the full list of medal winners here.

Whether you're raising a glass to the winning team or simply savoring the thrilling moments of the championship game, these top wines from the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition are sure to elevate your viewing experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the final pour as you toast to the excitement of March Madness with unparalleled taste and sophistication.

 

Cheers to great basketball and even better wine!

 

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