Review: Ceja Vineyards Vino de Casa 2010

In my continuing periodic series, Wines Scantily Clad, today’s review is the Ceja Vineyards Vino de Casa 2010.

As you may know, I am a member of NakedWines.com, a crowd-funded winery offering excellent wines at excusive, member prices. Wines Scantily Clad are wines that are not NakedWines.com wines, but are produced by NakedWines.com winemakers. These are often private labels, or part of a family venture, as is today’s selection. While not Naked Wines, they are almost Naked, thus, Scantily Clad.

The NakedWines.com connection is Dalia Ceja. Her “La Tapatia” line of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines are popular favorites among Angels, and sell out quickly. Dalia’s family came to Napa Valley in the 1960’s as farm workers, and later established the first Mexican-American owned winery in Napa County. (Read their inspiring story here.) When she isn’t making her own wines for NakedWines.com, Dalia is the Brand Marketing Manager for Ceja Vineyards.

When I found the Ceja Vineyards Vino de Casa, my first reaction was, “Interesting. A blend of one of the most delicate red grapes with one of the boldest. I’ve got to try this!” Vino de Casa is a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Syrah, all from Napa Valley.

From the website:

Aromas of bright cherries, dark fruit, spice and ripe plum. The palate is medium-bodied and showcases hints of black currant and tobacco while ending in a supple finish. Flavors of cedar infused with blueberry abound. This is the perfect “everyday” wine.

Here’s my review:

​A blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Syrah. The color is a deep Ruby in the glass. Aromas of Bing cherry, plum, and oak greet the nose. First sip, oh so smooth! Raspberry, cranberry, cherry, and vanilla on the palate with soft cedar and blueberry on the finish. A creamy mouthfeel and light acidity make this a truly delightful wine. Delicious on its own, but magical paired with a spice crusted pork steak!

4.5 out of 5 stars

I got mine at Total Wine & More: $26.99.

I highly recommend that you get some, too!