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The Architect Wine Club Wines for Novemeber
11/04/2026
The start of Nov means the Holiday's are right around the corner. I do not pair the Nov and Dec wine club wines with recipes because of the holiday dinners that are typically made to spend with friends and family. The wines this month are from the Architect out of Sonoma, California. These are wines that will be perfect for your holiday meal. If you drink them before Thanksgiving, and I encourage you to do so, they are delicious, we have plenty for more purchases.
Many of us find that we share our Thanksgiving meals with a a group of people whose tastes and wine savvy span a wide range. Choosing wine for such a diverse gathering doesn't have to be hard. Because Thanksgiving dinner can be heavy — you need something moderate to light in alcohol, with high acidity to balance all that richness.
The Main wine for this month is a Pinot Noir which is the classic red wine for Thanksgiving, its bright acidity, light-to-medium body, and soft red fruit flavors pair smoothly with both turkey and traditional side dishes like cranberry sauce and stuffing.
The Main white is a Chardonnay out of Russian River. Chardonnay is a great choice for Thanksgiving because its signature balance of bright citrus acidity and creamy, textured oak stands up to both roasted turkey and rich, buttery side dishes.
To complete your traditional Thanksgiving meal the complement wine is a Cabernet. Although some Cabernets can have high tannins, The Architect shows a softer tannin structure and will work well if you are having a main meat like prime rib, game and it will go well with mushroom-forward stuffings and savory side dishes. .
NOTES: This 2022 Cab Franc is true to its varietal characteristics. Beautifully expressive floral notes of violets and fragrant dried herbs such as fresh sage with a slight hint of sweet tobacco all backed with notes of plush blue and black fruits. The wine is perfectly balanced and delivers bountifully with enticing flavors of plum, black cherry, black currant, caramel and spice that is all seamlessly laced together by fine-grained tannin and perfectly balanced acidity giving this wine flight, structure, and length.
A fun wine that can easily be enjoyed on its own anytime and favorably paired with a wide variety of cuisines. This wine will gracefully cellar age, but with proper decanting can be enjoyed anytime. I do recommend drinking within the next eight years to capture all the Cab Franc personality.
Many of us find that we share our Thanksgiving meals with a a group of people whose tastes and wine savvy span a wide range. Choosing wine for such a diverse gathering doesn't have to be hard. Because Thanksgiving dinner can be heavy — you need something moderate to light in alcohol, with high acidity to balance all that richness.
The Main wine for this month is a Pinot Noir which is the classic red wine for Thanksgiving, its bright acidity, light-to-medium body, and soft red fruit flavors pair smoothly with both turkey and traditional side dishes like cranberry sauce and stuffing.
The Main white is a Chardonnay out of Russian River. Chardonnay is a great choice for Thanksgiving because its signature balance of bright citrus acidity and creamy, textured oak stands up to both roasted turkey and rich, buttery side dishes.
To complete your traditional Thanksgiving meal the complement wine is a Cabernet. Although some Cabernets can have high tannins, The Architect shows a softer tannin structure and will work well if you are having a main meat like prime rib, game and it will go well with mushroom-forward stuffings and savory side dishes. .
Enjoy!
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The Architect Pinot Noir
NOTES: Crafted from Sonoma Coast vineyards, this Pinot Noir balances vibrant cherry, strawberry, and pomegranate with rose petal, spice, and a refined mineral edge. Silky tannins and lifted acidity showcase the freshness and finesse of Sonoma’s cool-climate terroir.
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The Architect Chardonnay
NOTES: From the cool morning harvests of the Russian River Valley, this Chardonnay shows Sonoma elegance at its best. Crisp apple, pear, and pineapple meet subtle layers of crème brûlée and toasted almond. Bright acidity and graceful oak integration deliver a wine that’s both polished and versatile.
The Architect Chardonnay
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The Architect Cabernet
NOTES: Hailing from 2 vineyard sites in the renowned Alexander Valley, vines between 10 and 15 years old. Fermented in steel, aged in oak. This Cabernet-dominated red has lush dark berry fruits with smooth, beautifully integrated tannins. Heady aromas of black cherry, cassis, ripe plums are nicely balanced with hints of spice and a long silky finish.
The Architect Cabernet
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High Tier Wine Club Main Wine
Trujillo Cabernet Franc
High Tier Wine Club Main Wine
Trujillo Cabernet Franc
NOTES: This 2022 Cab Franc is true to its varietal characteristics. Beautifully expressive floral notes of violets and fragrant dried herbs such as fresh sage with a slight hint of sweet tobacco all backed with notes of plush blue and black fruits. The wine is perfectly balanced and delivers bountifully with enticing flavors of plum, black cherry, black currant, caramel and spice that is all seamlessly laced together by fine-grained tannin and perfectly balanced acidity giving this wine flight, structure, and length.
A fun wine that can easily be enjoyed on its own anytime and favorably paired with a wide variety of cuisines. This wine will gracefully cellar age, but with proper decanting can be enjoyed anytime. I do recommend drinking within the next eight years to capture all the Cab Franc personality.
Enjoy! -Michael Trujillo, Winemaker
Only 71 Cases Produced 92 Points - Wine Enthusiast
Only 71 Cases Produced 92 Points - Wine Enthusiast
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Deanna Albertson