Boorman Winery

Wine and friends just seem to go together, and what a lovely day it was. A
group of us split the cost of a limousine and enjoyed the day without worry.
Our first stop before lunch was the Boorman Winery. The Boorman's, Todd and
Rose, were lovely hosts. They literally live wine, with the vines a view from
their home and wine fermenting on the premises.

They started out as collectors in the 1980's. With a license in pest control and
vineyard management classes under their belt they took their passion a giant
leap forward. They are a small producer growing premium Cabernet Sauvignon
and Cabernet Franc grapes and yielding 1500 cases of wine per year. Group
tastings are held by appointment and what hospitable hosts they are.

We gathered around a burgundy draped table in a structure with barrels and
vats keeping secret nearby. I was impressed with the time Rose had put into
preparing wonderful appetizers for us. Toasted baguette slices brushed with
olive oil had been divided; one half was topped with filet and gorgonzola before
broiling rare and the other with a chopped tomato, basil and balsamic mixture
and a slice of fresh buffalo mozzarella. There was a bowl of garlic stuffed olives
as well. The offerings got us through more wines than we could have otherwise
while Todd guided us through our journey.

A good Cabernet has been a struggle for me to find without spending the big
bucks, but the Boorman winery did some good ones. The 2003 Cabernet Franc
wooed me with hints of raspberry, plum and cherry. The others thought it was
too strong, while I thought they were weak. The 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon was
another fantastic wine bursting with berries and subdued oak .

We all had our favorites which we had opportunity to purchase. I especially
liked the personal attention that you get at Boorman. Group tastings are $5
per person which is a bargain considering we tried a good variety wines and the
glasses were generous. It's a good way to get acquainted with these wines
and meet their maker. Have the Boorman's sign a bottle for a unique gift.

Located at 21630 Ave De Arboles in Murietta.

Telephone (951) 600-9333