Tamber Bey in the  News

Restaurant of the Week

Triniti Restaurant, Houston, Texas

February 6th, 2012.  With a nod to the culinary triad of sweet, savory and spirits, Executive Chef Ryan Hildebrand and a stellar lineup of culinary talent are banding together to create Triniti, a progressive American restaurant designed by locally based MC2 Architects. Joining him in the kitchen are Chef de Cuisine Jose Hernandez (formerly with Philippe), Chef Greg Lowry (last with Voice at Hotel Icon), Chef Matt Lovelace (most recently with Barbed Rose), and at the front of the house, General Manager/Sommelier Fred Zennati (last seen at Tony’s). Located at 2815 S. Shepherd Drive, the restaurant promises to be unlike any other in Houston in both cuisine and design. Tamber Bey is on the list with our 2009 Deux Chevaux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon by the glass.

Winery Partner of the Year

December 13th, 2011.  (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Destination Cellars, the first and only luxury destination wine club, today announced the recipients of its third annual Winery and Alliance Partner of the Year awards.

"Recognizing our winery and alliance partners is something I've come to look forward to every year," said David Keuhner, founder and CEO, Destination Cellars. "Having quality and trusted partnerships has shaped who we are today and it is a joy to be able to acknowledge them with these awards."

New Winery Partner of the Year - Tamber Bey. Tamber Bey is renowned for its 100% estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Chardonnay. With estate vineyards in the Oakville and Yountville appellations, these Napa Valley cool-climate grapes are designated for the Tamber Bey signature wines.

"We're proud to be accepting this award for new winery partner of the year," said owner Barry Waitte. "With so many amazing new winemakers emerging every year, we're honored to be selected. Working with Destination Cellars has been a joy to work with and we're looking forward to many more years of partnership."

Here Comes the Petit Verdot

October 14th, 2011. The crew was out early this morning picking the 1 acre block of Tamber Bey Petit Verdot.  There were two passes through the vineyard to pick the fruit as winemaker Mike Smith wanted to ferment and barrel the 'sunny side' and 'morning side' fruit in seperate processes.  This Petit Verdot will go into the Tamber Bey Bordeuax blends of Rabicano and Tovero.   Now that they are off the vine, we'll see these wines released in the fall of 2013.  We can't wait! 

Merlot is Off the Vine

October 2nd, 2011.  This Sunday was the last pick of the Deux Chevaux Vineyard Merlot.  A very robust year for this varietal, the Merlot weighted in at over 15 tons, and pressed out beautiful and rich.  This Merlot will be the base for the 2011 100% Merlot and the 2011 Rabicano, and maybe wil find it's way into other wines.  Just in time of this pick as the rain started one day later! 

Three Steeds Makes Debut at Tamber Bey

October 1, 2011.  Tamber Bey Vineyards introduces not only a new wine - but a new label!  This true second label from Tamber Bey is estate grown fruit and a combination of juice from multiple varietals and both estate vineyards.   This 2009 Three Steeds Cabernet Sauvignon ($34) is a unique blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot.  Only 380 cases made!  This wine is currently only available at the Tasting Room in downtown St. Helena, so come on up for a taste or give us a call.  We'll ship you some! 

The label name and picture is a representation of the painting commissioned by Vintner Barry Waitte of his first three horses; Bayamo, Tamborina and Kann Sam Count – which is hanging in the tasting room of the Tamber Bey tasting room in downtown St. Helena.

Tamber Bey Releases New Vintages and Four New Wines!

October 1, 2011.  October is always a big month for wineries in Napa Valley, but at Tamber Bey it was our BIGGEST!  The winery not only brought out new vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot - and the wildly popular Rabicano, they also release four new wines! Being added to the line up was a 100% Cabernet Franc, two new Bordeaux Blends called Sabino and Tovero, but the winery also introduced a new 'second label' called Three Steeds (see above).   The Tamber Bey lineup now is sporting nine wines, all estate grown, and all given the care to make distinct and with rich character. 

The 2011 Harvest is on!

September 20, 2011.  The vineyard crew worked in the early morning to secure the Dijon Clone Chardonnay from the Deux Chevaux Vineyard in the Yountville Appellation to make what will be the 2011 Chardonnay.  "We are very pleased with the pick over these three days" says winemaker Mike Smith.  "From the brix to the acidity level, all the numbers and tastes are at an excellent level."  So Chardonnay fans - it's not long, about 18 months from now, that you'll see this fruit in the bottle for you to enjoy! 

Tamber Bey on the Trail for a Vintner Dinner in Jackson Hole

September 15th, 2011.  Vintner Barry Waitte and GM Jennifer Nice were the winery hosts at the International Chapter of the YPO in Jackson Hole, Wyoming on September 15.  The YPO meeting was by Lawrence and Cindy Fields for the members, and the daily events included a private rodeo at the famed Jackson Land and Cattle Company - which was followed by a wine dinner featuring Tamber Bey wines pared with Wyoming favoriates including elk.  This was a great event. 

Merlot Gets Scored by Wine Spectator

September 12, 2011.  "Dense and layered, with aromas of red currant and mint and firm flavors of tart red plum, cedar and herbs that finish with mineral-laced tannins." writes Tim Fish of the Spectator.  The Tamber Bey 09 Merlot is the only 2009 to get rated in what was a feature article called 13 Marvelous Merlots from California.  The Tamber Bey Vineyards 2009 Merlot received a 90 point rating.  READ

TBV gets new distributor in Texas

August 2011. Tamber Bey Vineyards announces that BevCo International, based in Houston, will have exclusive distribution representation for the great state of Texas.  Stephanie and David Baird formed BevCo International in 2002 with a mission of providing high-quality, distinctive and value oriented wines and spirits through an organization based on personalized service and integrity. 

TBV now distributes in North Carolina and West Virginia

July 2011.  Tamber Bey Vineyards announces two new distributors for the states of North Carolina and West Virginia.  Mutual Distributing and the French Wine Connection respectfully will be our distributors for these great states, responsible for representing TBV to restaurants and fine wine retailers.  We welcome to the Tamber Bey family. 

Extended Hours at the TBV Tasting Room - Open to 8pm Daily

April 2011.  The Tamber Bey tasting room will now be open until 8pm every day!  Now you can come in and sample the Tamber Bey lineup into the evening that will include tastings, glass pours and open library bottles.  Enjoy your glass at the bar or on the outside porch.