The Final Pour! Top Wines for Championship Celebrations
In the spirit of excellence, we've curated a selection of top wines from the prestigious 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
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 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
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
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!
Award Winning Tasting Rooms
1850 Wine Cellars
Placerville
Amphora Winery
Healdsburg
AvinoDos Wines
Napa
Bent Creek Winery
Livermore
Boeger Winery
Placerville
Bogle Family Vineyards
Clarksburg
Campos Family Vineyards
Byron
Cathedral Ridge Winery
Hood River
De La Montanya Winery
Healdsburg
deLorimier Winery
Geyserville
Furthermore Wines Healdsburg
Healdsburg
Garre' Vineyard & Winery
Livermore
Greenhill Winery & Vineyards
Middleburg
Helwig Winery
Plymouth
Hoyt Family Vineyards
Paso Robles
Ladera Vineyards
Calistoga
Matrix Winery
Healdsburg
Mazzocco Sonoma
Healdsburg
Rancho Roble Vineyards
Lincoln
Rockpile Vineyards
Healdsburg
Scott Harvey Wines
Plymouth
Tin Barn Vineyards
Sonoma
V. Sattui Winery
St. Helena
Vezer Family Vineyard
Suisun Valley
Wente Vineyards
Livermore
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