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Fenestra Winery - Livermore Valley

Fenestra has a long history in the Livermore Valley as it has been in operation for over thirty years. Their current winemaker, Brent Amos, is fairly new to the winery, but his offerings only further the legacy of Fenestra's owners, the Replogle family. Sourcing fruit primarily from the Livermore Valley and Lodi, they offer a wide variety of wines, and while you may not recognize the grapes used, your taste buds will certainly recognize the quality.

Here are our panel's reviews of a section of Fenestra's current releases:

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Fenestra Verdelho 2011
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): Verdelho
Region: Lodi
Year: 2011
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 10-15

Review:
Aromas of citrus fruits, melon, kiwi, and herbaceous suggestions greet the senses. A sip reveals notes of pineapple, grapefruit, and kiwi that finish on a light, chalky note. A clean, crisp white, with nice fruit character, that's a bit out-of-the-ordinary, it's very approachable and food friendly.
Rating: 90

Fenestra Verdelho Tempranillo 2008
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): 95%Tempranillo, 1.5% Mourvedre, 1% Souzao, 1% Graciano, 1% Petite Sirah
Region: Livermore Valley
Year: 2008
Special Designation: (n/a)
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 30-35

Review:
Aromatics of strawberries and raspberries meld with notes of spice and clove on the nose. Flavors of raspberry and cherry are accented by sweet spice and tea emerge on the palate. It's a medium-bodied, jammy red that fans of smooth, lightly spiced wines will enjoy. Just 97 cases were produced.
Rating: 89

Fenestra Red Wine 2007
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Franc, & 3% Petit Verdot.
Region: Livermore Valley
Year: 2007
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 40-45

Review:
A bouquet of cherries, bramble fruit, cassis, dark chocolate, oak, and floral notes greets the senses. With a sip, flavors of cherry, blackberry, and raspberry meld with suggestions of cocoa and oak. A smooth, fruit-driven blend with soft tannins, fans of easy-going, layered reds will enjoy this bottle. 160 cases produced.
Rating: 89

Fenestra Tourvanillo 2007
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): 47% Touriga, 22% Alvarelhão, 10% Tempranillo, 14% Malbec, 3% Tinto Cão, 2% Souzão, and 2% Graciano.
Region: Lodi
Year: 2007
Special Designation: Tourvanillo
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 25-30

Review:
Blackberry, raspberry and cherry aromas rise up from a glass along with a hint of rose petal. Flavors of bramble fruit and red berries mingle with notes of spice, dark chocolate, and leather on the palate. Smooth, full-bodied, and offering some nice layers, try this bottle if you're looking for a little wine adventure. You won't be disappointed.
Rating: 90

Fenestra Syrah 2007
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): Syrah
Region: Livermore Valley
Year: 2007
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 15-20

Review:
Aromatics of red berries and plums with accents of spice and anise greet the senses. Raspberry, cherry, and boysenberry flavors meld with notes of leather and pepper on the palate. A hearty Syrah, with a nice balance of fruit and non-fruit flavors, fans of reds with a earthy/gamy character will enjoy this wine very much. 272 cases produced.
Rating: 90

Fenestra Petit Verdot 2008
Winery: Fenestra
Grape(s): Petit Verdot
Region: Livermore Valley
Year: 2008
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 30-35

Review:
A bouquet of rich dark fruit, black licorice, and dark chocolate rises up from a glass. Blackberry, bing cherry, and cassis flavors come together on the palate with accents of chocolate and floral notes. A smooth, welcoming wine with moderate tannins, fans of elegantly styled reds should try this bottle.
Rating: 90

By Jason Barlow

Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

 

 

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