Episode 333 – Margaux Meets Coombsville — Left Bank Elegance vs. Napa Power (with a Tuscan Surprise!)

In today’s episode, Shelley and Phil sift through the numerology of 333 by featuring, on this National Chiati Day, a Chianti (go figure) while comparing an old world Cabernet Sauvignon (in the form of a left bank Bordeaux) and a new world Cabernet Sauvignon, one from Napa Valley. This is a VERY fun episode, that includes a VERY fun announcement at the end, so it seems only appropriate to say, #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing 

Wines this episode:

• 2022 Astorre Noti Chianti DOCG ($33 at Fred Meyer but no longer available)
• 2015 Château Prieuré-Lichine Margaux (Grand Cru Classé) ($80 at Wine Library but no longer available)
• 2021 Ackerman Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($98 at Wine Library but no longer available)

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: J. Bookwalter and Pilgrim’s Market!

J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. 

Register for the September Seasons wine dinner with J. Bookwalter on September 28 HERE

Check out Pilgrim’s Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!

Register for the September Seasons wine dinner with J. Bookwalter on September 28 HERE

The Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Wine Word/s of the Week – Tannin Polymerization 

Over time (like in this 2015 Margaux), harsh, astringent tannins bind together into larger molecules (polymers) that become heavy and fall out of solution as sediment.

Seasons of Coeur d’Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d’Alene’s culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don’t miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 

Mentions: David Hoffman, Grocery Outlet, Jancis Robinson, Chris Cochran, Garyvee Wine Club, Darrin Halliday, Frichette Winery, Shae and Greg Frichette, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, Sarah and Mark Lathrop and Teodora Baba.

Purchase Shelley’s planner – https://herbestyearspress.com   

Some wines we’ve enjoyed this week: Matt Parish “The 24” Zinfandel, Gérard Bertrand Claudette du Languedoc Adissan Art de Vivre, Badet Clement Révélation Chardonnay, The Hess Collection Maverick Ranches Cabernet Sauvignon and Catena San Carlos Cabernet Franc. 

Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! 

© 2026 Wine Time Fridays – All Rights Reserve

If you want to watch this episode on YouTube, here you go!

The YouTube video will be up shortly. Sorry for any inconvenience.