Author Archives: David Lower

About David Lower

We are a boutique wine store located in the N. Tacoma Proctor district, researching and finding small winerys that make no more than 2000 cases a year, we taste and retaste to be sure of the quality, with in depth understanding what the winemaker is accomplishing, the nuances that make great wine. David Lower started collecting small winemakers in the early 90s from Spain, Italy, Burgundy, California, Washington, Oregon. "Procuring and tasting every wine I could afford to buy was essential to gaining some idea of what exits in the wine world". Victoria Johnson is the store Manager at Black Door Wine Company, a visual artist, understands that details make all the difference in good and great wine. She enjoys exploring the wines with David developing her palate gaining a quick and refine knownledge. .

A classic Merlot, Rough House and a Montepulciano

Posted on November 27, 2012 by David Lower

Duckhorn has been making wine in Napa Valley since early ’70s, so of course-some things happen-then with experience awesome things happen. Such is the case. Duckhorn Merlot Napa Valley Vineyards 2009: With firm tannins and exceptional length, this is a lovely … Continue reading →

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4 Malbes

Posted on October 24, 2012 by David Lower

Please join us on November 3, 2012 for a a Tasting of 4 Malbecs $5.00 tasting fee Originating from the Bordeaux region of France, this grape is among the “big six” for red wine grapes. However, with the exception of … Continue reading →

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Daily deal-limited

Posted on October 19, 2012 by David Lower

What’s exciting is to find wines that are unheard of and or small lots, however with the quality that demands attention. Each day I will bring to you some great finds-not discounted wines from others, bad vintages or poorly stored … Continue reading →

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A great Bordeaux

Posted on October 18, 2012 by David Lower

Hello friends, Chateau Bellegrave Modoc 2009 Along the tasting trail-almost everyday of the week-I taste a wine that makes me ponder.  This’s that wine. Inexpensive Bordeaux can often seem too tannic, with a sharp edge and of course who can … Continue reading →

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Grenache blanc

Posted on October 9, 2012 by David Lower

Grenache blanc is a variety of white wine grape that is related to the red grape Grenache. It is mostly found in Rhône wine blends and in northeast Spain. Its wines are characterized by high alcohol and low acidity, with citrus and or herbaceous notes. Not really known … Continue reading →

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New Wines at Black Door Wine Co.

Posted on September 13, 2012 by David Lower

  Arianna Occhipinti-When I was 18, I enrolled in winemaking school in Milan. At age 21 Arianna started making wine in her native Sicilian village, because she loves her home country. This’s her calling, her love, and her wines. I … Continue reading →

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Farmforklife.com

Posted on September 8, 2012 by David Lower

A few weeks ago a sweet petite woman walked into the store, with a keen sense of place, our wine store. Asking many questions about the wines we stock, her interest were driven by the small vineyards we seek out … Continue reading →

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Featured Winery of September-Maison Blue

Posted on September 4, 2012 by David Lower

 Maison Bleue is a family-owned winery dedicated to the production of terroir-driven wines from designated vineyards and appellations located across Washington State. We focus primarily on Rhône varieties such as Grenache, Syrah, Marsanne and Viognier, as well as Chardonnay. Our winemaking … Continue reading →

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