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White Wines
Balistreri white wines are made completely natural. They are fermented in “red style”, on the skins of the grapes which attributes to the rich, deep colors and flavors. Our white wines are also unfiltered, unfined, and not cold-stabilized. Because of this natural process, you may find a harmless haze or sediment in the wine. Enjoy!
2009 Colorado Chardonnay $22
(Talbott Vineyard) The “Un-Chardonnay”, fermented on the skins and stems like a “Red”, this Chard is full of body and complex flavors of pears and citron.
2010 Colorado Viognier $24
A throwback to your favorite and richest of the Balistreri Viognier. Warm honeysuckle scents are tempered by fresh ginger spice on the nose. Lush, velvety lemongrass and hints of tropical fruit lingers into the surprisingly dry finish.
2010 Dry Muscat $20
Delicate notes of orange blossoms on the nose draw you into a burst of sparkly Clementine on the palate. This delicate Orange Muscat was grown in Lodi, CA and crushed in Denver augmenting our generational tradition of vinting exceptional Dry Muscats.
2010 Colorado Riesling $24
(Talbott Vineyard) A totally “Un-Riesling”, tropical aromas with subtle hints of pineapple & rich oak flavors are followed by a spicy finish.
Red Wines
2010 Colorado Sangiovese $24
(Talbott Vineyard) Another great vintage. Beautifully balanced– the cream soda on the nose leads you into the big cherry flavors that finish with traces of walnut and a spicy dry finish.
2009 Brother’s Primitivo $26
French Oak aromas of sweet vanilla and spice with an array of woody flavors, juicy plum, traces of ginger and pine with a sharp oak tannin finish. Grown by the Winemaker’s cousin “Brother” in Lodi, CA, crushed in Denver.
2010 Tempranillo $26
Rich garnet hues and green peppercorn spice entice your palate into tart red plum and layers of savory spice flavors while the finish lingers. Grown in Amador County, CA; crushed in Denver!
2009 Colorado Little Feet Merlot $24
(Talbott Vineyard) Stomped by little feet at Festival Italiano at Belmar in Lakewood, CO in Fall 2009. Another big, full-bodied wine with intense berry flavors and well-balanced tannins.
2010 Colorado Little Feet Merlot $24
(Talbott Vineyard) Stomped by little feet at Festival Italiano at Belmar in Fall 2010. It’s bigger and bolder than the ’09 with intense dark berry & cherry flavors and young, dry tannins that will mellow with age.
2010 Colorado Little Feet Merlot $26
(Johnson & Talbott Vineyard) Stomped by little feet at our Annual Balistreri Harvest Party in Fall 2010. This is an exceptionally rich Merlot. Dry cranberry, cocoa, and grain dominate the nose. Traditional Merlot flavors of cherry and chocolate are veiled by a firm, leathery tannin. Aging will reveal one of best American interpretations to the St. Emilion style of world-renowned Merlots.
2008 Colorado Merlot $24
(Johnson Vineyard) Bright oak & spice aromas lead you into the juicy sweet berry flavors that finish with sweet vanilla.
2006 Colorado Zinfandel $56
(Talbott Vineyard) A rare, limited-production wine with beautiful vanilla aromas, soft velvety berry flavors with hints of sweet spices and a long smooth finish.
2007 Colorado Zinfandel $42
(Talbott Vineyard) A rare, limited-production wine with peachy aromas, tart plum & cranberry flavors with soft tannins.
2009 Colorado Zinfandel $56
(Talbott Vineyard) A rare, limited-production wine with enticing vanilla aromas, ripe berry flavors and bold spices that linger on the smooth finish.
2010 Colorado Zinfandel $56
(Talbott Vineyard) Really Luscious!! A rare, limited production wine with fresh vanilla and sweet butter aromas. Intense spicy flavors are mitigated by slightly sweet jammy grape tones that linger on the surprisingly dry finish.
2010 Syrah $26
A young varietal Syrah with black current aromas striking the nose. Green pepper corn and vanilla lead into a tannic finish. Experience this rich wine with your favorite fillet or rib-eye preparation.
2010 Colorado Syrah $28
(Talbott Vineyard) Vanilla and pepper on the nose lead you into layers of sweet berry flavors complimented by a slightly smoky finish.
2010 Brother’s Cabernet Sauvignon $16
A new Brother’s Cab with welcoming fruit and spice aromas and flavors packed with fresh berries, and soft, earthy tannins. Grown by the Winemaker’s cousin “Brother” in Lodi, CA; crushed here in Denver.
2008 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon $32
(Talbott Vineyard) A bold, classic Cab. Deep garnet hues and spicy aromas lead you into smooth flavors of black cherry, red plum, rich cassis, berries and traces of puckery walnuts that linger on the dry finish.
2010 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon $36
(Whitewater Hill Vineyard) A young, well-balanced Cab. Enjoy the leathery spice and sage aromas with blueberry flavors that expand across your palate with a long, smooth finish.
2009 Colorado Cabernet Franc $26
(Black Bear Orchard) The ultimate hearty dinner wine. Spicy aromas of green pepper and oregano are followed by concentrated plum and roasted pepper flavors that lead you into the tannic yet buttery finish.
2009 American Petite Sirah $32
A deep purple Petite- big, young and powerful. Fresh aromas lead you into intense berry flavors that are followed by robust tannins. A superb wine to enjoy now and also cellar for many years to come. Grown in Lodi, CA, crushed in Denver, CO!
2010 Colorado Petite Sirah $48
(CVS Vineyard) Beautiful inky purple hues with aromas of fresh plum and black cardamom spice lead you into intriguing flavors of Italian plums, hints of black licorice and a dry molasses finish.
Dessert Wines
Balistreri Port $28
Delish!! A “Ruby Style” port produced with Portuguese varietals grown in Amador County, CA. 50% Touriga, 25% Tinto Cao, and 25% Alvarelhao. Brilliant berry flavors with perfect balance of sweetness!
2008 Colorado Late Harvest Merlot $26
(Talbott Vineyard) A not-to-be-missed Late Harvest Merlot. Sweet & spicy! Aromas of intricate spices lead you into an array of sweet dried fruit flavors.
2008 Late Harvest Zinfandel $20
A super sweet Red with a spicy kick!
Colorado Cherry $13
Barrel aging adds character to this pleasant cherry wine. Almond, spice and strawberry aromas with cinnamon and cherry flavors.
Balistreri Library Wines
The Balistreri Wine Library is a collection of wines that have been reserved by our winemaker for a special reason. These wines have either received awards at international wine competitions or are personal favorites. Balistreri Library wines are only available in sets of two or three bottles, intended for the serious collector.
Talbott Vineyard Vertical collection $170/set
2005 Colorado Zinfandel #2281
2006 Colorado Zinfandel#178-179
2007 Colorado Zinfandel#148-150
Hovde Vineyard 3 bottle collection $240/set
2003 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon #2288
Bennett Merlot 2 bottle collection $170/set
2000 Colorado Merlot #2065
2001 Colorado Merlot #2044
Lodi Petite Sirah 2 bottle collection $160/set
2001 Petite Sirah #2063
2003 Petite Sirah #9925
Horse Mountain Vineyard Vertical collection $215/set
2003 Colorado Syrah #2296
2004 Colorado Syrah #7838
2005 Colorado Syrah #123-124
Lovies Vineyard 3 bottle collection $225/set
2003 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon #9927
