Balistreri Current Wine Releases
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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!
2008 Colorado Chardonnay $22
The “Un-Chardonnay” – fermented in the barrel to bring out the complex flavors of pears and hints of citrons with a touch of butter.
2008 Colorado Viognier $24
Sweet honeysuckle on the nose, crisp green apple and pear flavors with a rich finish. Enjoy this surlie Viognier at a full chill.
2008 Dry Muscat $20
Delicate floral aromas lead you into the crisp fruit flavors with sweet spice over tones. Clean and dry on the palate.
Red Wines
2007 Colorado Sangiovese $22
Fresh and young with bright red cherry flavors, pairs well with everything from pastas to red and white meats .
2008 Colorado Sangiovese $22
The aromas of vanilla and cream soda invite you to taste the fresh Bing cherry flavors that mingle with the youthful spicy tannins.
2007 Colorado Merlot $16
(Three Vineyard) Give this complex merlot a swirl to unfold all the layers. Earthy flavors of lavender, tobacco and dried stone fruit dominate this rustic merlot. Great for everyday.
2008 Colorado Merlot $26
(Bennett Vineyard) Aromas of savory marinade with black pepper and clove. Then, flavors of black cherry and plum enhance the rich, dense texture as a hint of mocha lingers on the finish.
2008 Colorado Little Feet Merlot $24
(Talbott Vineyard) Stomped by little feet at Festival Italiano in Belmar Fall 2008. Another exceptional year. This one is a big, full bodied wine with luscious fruit and well balanced tannins.
2008 Colorado Little Feet Merlot $24
(Lovies Vineyard) Delight your senses with this big bold Merlot. Look for aromas and flavors of black cherry, dark cocoa, a trace of hazelnut and a big, velvety finish. Stomped by little feet at the Balistreri Harvest Party Fall 2008.
2005 Colorado Merlot $22
(Grand River Vineyard) Hints of dried cherry, cassis, cocoa, coffee, and an assortment of spices.
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
Beautiful vanilla aromas, soft velvety berry flavors with hints of sweet spices and a long smooth finish.
2007 Colorado Zinfandel $42
A rare Colorado Zinfandel with peachy aromas, tart plum & cranberry flavors with soft tannins.
2008 Colorado Syrah $28
(Talbotts Vineyard) Delicious! Heavy cream and pepper on the nose with velvety vanilla and berry flavors that mingle with spicy dry tannins that linger on the palate for an eternity!
2007 Colorado Syrah $28
(Talbott Vineyard) Deep, red plum hues, with sweet floral aromas on the nose. Flavors range from vanilla, anise, and lavender to dense berry and sprinkled with spice. The finish is rich and satisfying with young yet supple tannins.
2006 Colorado Syrah $26
(Whitewater Hill Vineyards) Complex spicy aromas lead you into the rich blackberry flavors as they mingle with the woody tannins.
2008 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon $28
(Book Cliff Vineyard) Fresh and young, swirl to release intricate aromas of sweet cedar laced with a trace of mint. Rich berry and black currant flavors tangle with young, woody tannins for a long, satisfying finish.
2006 Brother’s Cabernet Sauvignon $16
Called “Brothers Cab”, this soft, easy drinking Cab is made with grapes grown by the winemaker’s cousin “Brother” in Lodi, California. Hints of cocoa dominate this barrel aged wine.
2006 Colorado Cabernet Sauvignon $30
(Hovde Vineyards) It has hints of lavender and fresh black cherry on the nose with blackberry, currant, and nutty flavors. The finish is brisk with slightly puckery tannins. A young, classic Cab.
2006 Colorado Cabernet Franc $28
(Talbott Vineyard) The flavors range from tart plum and blueberry to garden herbs and savory spices.
2006 Colorado Cabernet Franc $28
(Avant Vineyard) A young varietal franc with green tannins and intense fruit. The ultimate hearty dinner wine. Concentrated ripe plum with hints of lavender and tobacco.
2007 Colorado Cabernet Franc $30
(Black Bear Orchard) Hints of blueberries and warm spices on the nose lead you into the dry cherry and black plum flavors- then savory spices linger on the dry finish.
2008 Petite Sirah $48
Exceptional! Beautiful inky purple hues with creamy aromas that lead you into the intriguing luscious flavors of deep blue plum and intricate spices. Hints of cocoa contribute to the silky smooth finish. Grown in Lodi, CA; crushed in Denver!
Winner of Double Gold —2009 Colorado Mountain Wine Fest
Winner of BEST OF SHOW—2009 Colorado Mountain Wine Fest
Dessert Wines
Balistreri Port $28
A “Ruby Style” with 5 different grapes: Tinta Roriz, Tinta Cao, Touriga, Alvarelhao, and Cabernet Sauvignon. A perfect balance of sweetness!
2006 Colorado Late Harvest Merlot $26
(Bennett Vineyard) Flavors of dried cherries, plums, raisins, toasted nuts, and sweet anise are balanced by big powerful tannins.
2008 Colorado Late Harvest Merlot $26
(Talbott Vineyard) Sweet & Spicy! Aromas of intricate spices lead you into an array of sweet dried fruit flavors.
2006 Late Harvest Zinfandel $20
Have a “sweet tooth”? A sweet red with complex flavors that lean towards dried apricot, cherry and prunes with hidden spices.
Colorado Cherry $13
Extended time in the barrel added character to this special release of 2007 Cherry wine. Almond, spice & strawberry aromas with sweet cinnamon and cherry flavors. We call it “cherry pie in a bottle”!
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 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
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