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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
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BOLLINGER, “Special Cuvee”, Brut N/V |
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$110 |
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Ay, France |
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A beautiful Champagne. Complex
and elegant, evoking ginger, jasmine, citrus and honey aromas and flavors,
accented by a biscuit and grain component coming as much from barrel
fermentation as yeast aging. Very firmly structured and long. WS |
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BRUNO GIACOSA, Spumante, Extra Brut 2001 |
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$125 |
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Neive, Italy |
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De VENOGE, Brut, Rose NV |
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$99 |
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Epernay, France |
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G.H. MUMM, “Cordon Rouge”, Brut N/V |
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$86 |
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Reims, France |
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Very aromatic, with floral and
citrus flavors, a creamy texture and vibrant structure. Fine balance and personality here, with a
lingering lemon note on the finish. WS |
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GRUET WINERY, Demi Sec N/V |
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$45 |
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New Mexico |
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The subtle fruity aromas and the
freshness of the Demi-Sec drives the character of this light bodied, semi-dry
sparkling wine. The palate carries through with a creamy sensation and vivid
flavor of green apples, ripe pears, pineapple and a hint of mineral. It is
delicate, lively and elegant! Winemaker's Note: Toasty bouquet, light and
elegant with good acidity, exotic fruit flavors. A dessert wine for those
with a sweet taste! WM |
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IRON HORSE, “Wedding Cuvee”, 2005 |
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$67 |
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Sonoma County, California |
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J, "Cuvee
20", NV |
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$76 |
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Russian River Valley, California |
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KRUG,
Grand Cuvée, Brut N/V |
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$224 |
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Reims, France |
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A big, boldly styled Champagne
with smoky, earthy, pear, apple, and spicy aromas as well as flavors, loads
of effervescence, and fine body and depth. WA |
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LOUIS ROEDERER, “Cristal”, Brut 2000 |
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$365 |
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Riems, France |
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This goes for personality and
finesse. An assertive, honeyed style, with plenty of citrus flavors. Mature
coffee and roasted nut accents are peeking through, with a robust structure
and a dried citrus aftertaste. WS |
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MOËT et CHANDON, “Dom Pérignon” 1998 |
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$289 |
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Epernay, France |
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Exhibits aromas and flavors of
lemon oil, orange rind, and brioche in a medium-bodied, zesty, rich,
moderately intense style. It is far superior to either the 1993 or 1992. WA |
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MOLLY DOOKER, "Goose Bumps", Sparkling Shiraz 2006 |
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$87 |
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South Austrailia |
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CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING WINES |
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MUMM NAPA, Brut Rose N/V |
$13 |
$49 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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Aromas of strawberry, herb and
mineral lead to simple flavors of raspberry and toast. WS |
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PERRIER-JOUËT, “Flower”, Cuvee Belle Epoque, Brut 1996 |
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$244 |
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Épernay, France |
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Reticent aromas and flavors
hinting at vanilla pastry, peach, citrus and ginger, all beautifully
integrated with its firm structure and supple texture. A roasted, nutty element emerges on the
finish. WS |
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PIPER-HEIDSIECK, Brut NV |
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$85 |
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Reims, France |
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This is creamy, enticing and
bursting with honey, vanilla, hints of coffee and candied berry flavors, all
matched to a rich texture and firm structure. WS |
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PIPER-HEIDSIECK, “Cuvée Rare”,Brut NV |
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$263 |
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Reims, France |
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Toasty, but also displays
ginger, honey and citrus flavors backed by a muscular structure. It has finesse and a mouthwatering finish.
WS |
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PIPER-HEIDSIECK, “Rare”, Cuvée Resérvé, Brut 1990 |
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$315 |
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Reims, France |
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Graceful, evoking dried berry
and citrus notes, this supple bubbly has richness that's burnished to a soft
glow radiating from within. Biscuit and honey accents addt o the mix and the
finish is dry and tangy, with a lingering aftertaste of berry. WS |
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RAVENTÓS I BLANC, "L'Hereu", Reserva Brut 2005 |
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$45 |
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Cava, Penedes, Spain |
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ROSE RANCH CUVEE, Tedeschi Vineyards N/V |
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$32 |
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Maui, Hawaii |
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SCHRAMSBERG VINEYARDS, “J. Schram” 1999 |
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$168 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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Spice, ginger, fresh pear and
floral notes lead to a rich, complex array of flavors in this bubbly, with
yeast and dough notes. Turns smooth and shows extra layers of concentation,
with a long, lingering finish. WS |
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ZARDETTO, Prosecco, Brut N/V |
$9.00 |
$33 |
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Conegliano, Italy |
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The NV Prosecco Brut shows
noticeably more character as its bursts from the glass with an engaging array
of aromas and flavors. It comes across as generous and expansive on the
palate, with excellent length and lovely harmony. WA |
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RIESLING (page 1) |
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CHATEAU Ste. MICHELLE, "Eroica", Dr. Loosen, Riesling 2007 |
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$48 |
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Columbia Valley, Washington |
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Light to medium straw-colored
with fragrant aromas of spring flowers, mineral, and honeysuckle. Crisp and
just off-dry, in a Kabinett style, it delivers flavors of melon and
pineapple. WA |
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CRAGGY RANGE, "Fletcher Family Vineyard", Riesling 2008 |
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$45 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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Dried fruits, yellow flowers, a
touch of honeycomb and spice. Good definition. Moderate weight, vibrant
acidity and weight with green apple, kiwi fruit and a touch of lime leading
to an understated finish. This is a cerebral Riesling. WA |
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DR. L,
Loosen Bros., Riesling 2008 |
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$27 |
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Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany |
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Sleek and tangy, showing
apricot, lime and mango flavors matched to a lively structure. There's good
harmony and persistence through the finish. WS |
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HELMUT HEXAMER, Riesling-Auslese 2003 |
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$89 |
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Rheingrafenberg, Meddersheimer,
Nahe, Germany |
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Lightweight and elegant, showing
complex red berry, floral, lime and passion fruit aromas and flavors, with a
vibrant structure and long finish. WS |
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JOH JOS. CHRISTOFFEL
ERBEN, Ürziger Würzgarten, Riesling-Kabinett 2007 |
$55 |
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Mosel, Germany |
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Beautifully balanced and packed
with crunchy peach, apricot and slate aromas and flavors. Fine structure
makes an elegant impression, with a mouthwatering finish. WS |
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PFEFFINGEN, Ungsteiner Herrenberg, Riesling, Spatlese 2005 |
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$51 |
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Germany |
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A lanolin, almost nutty, aroma
and flavor suggest malolactic fermentation in this broad white. Apple and
grapefruit notes complete the flavor spectrum. Ripe, with a firm acidity that
keeps it focused through the finish. WS |
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REICHSRAT
von BUHL, "Armand", Riesling, Kabinett
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$41 |
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Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany |
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Pungent, this evokes grapefruit
and stone notes. Intense and defined by vivid acidity, needing time to
harmonize. Ends with a refreshing citrus aftertaste. WS |
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RIESLING (page 2) |
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REICHSGRAF
von KESSELSTATT, Piesporter Goldtrőpfchen, Riesling, Kabinett
2007 |
$53 |
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Mosel, Germany |
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A 2007 Piesporter Goldtropfchen
Riesling Kabinett represents the latest in a long-running series of
impressive Kesselstatt renditions of this famous site. Scents of pink
grapefruit and black currant could be from Scheurebe. A refreshing, subtly
oily palate displays well-judged and unobtrusive sweetness that simply places
the fruit in high relief, while making possible a wine of low alcohol and
delicacy. WA |
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ROBERT WEIL, Riesling, Auslese 2003 |
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$234 |
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Grafenberg, Kiedrich, Rheingau, Germany |
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Sporting a nose that combines
aromatic characteristics typical of Beerenauslesen and Eisweins, reveals
smoky botrytis-laced yellow fruits as well as hints of lemon-laced caramels.
Armed with huge richness, this deep effort has superb purity, intensity, and
length. WA |
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ROOGLE,
"Marquis Philips", Riesling, 2007 |
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$24 |
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Western Australia |
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The 2007 Roogle Riesling is
light straw-colored with a lovely perfume of mineral, spring flowers, and
honeysuckle with a hint of tropical fruits in the background. Just off-dry
(10 grams residual sugar), round, and intensely flavored, this is very sexy Riesling
at a great price. WA |
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SELBACH-OSTER, Riesling, Kabinett 2008 |
$10.50 |
$39 |
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Mosel, Germany |
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Apple, grapefruit and nectarine
flavors are etched into the racy structure in this Riesling. Though light,
it's tight and slightly hard on the finish. WA |
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SELBACH-OSTER, Zeltinger Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Spätlese 2005 |
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$63 |
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Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany |
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“For me, 2005 is a singular
vintage in my career,” says Johannes Selbach, “in that it is ripe,
multi-faceted, and has excellent acidity. You can pick any of the other
recent classics – 1975, 1990 ... . Each of the benchmark years is great in
its way, however here you have a combination that is fun to drink now, ten
years from now, and in thirty years as well. It remains to be seen, but I
think 2005 is in another league. WA |
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SELBACH-OSTER, Zeltinger Schlossberg, Riesling, Auslesee 2003 |
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$76 |
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Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany |
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A sweet, soft, silky-textured
wine filled with flavors reminiscent of apples, raspberries, red currants,
and poached pears. A powerful underlying minerality comes to the fore in the
mid-palate and is extended into this effort’s impressively long finish. WA |
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BLUSH AND ROSE WINES |
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BERINGER, White Zinfandel 2008 |
$6.00 |
$21 |
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California |
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BON BON, Shiraz Rose 2008 |
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South Australia |
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BORSAO,
Granacha Rose 2007 |
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$24 |
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Boria, Spain |
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The 2007 Rose is 100% Garnacha.
Medium pink-colored, it exhibits an enticing nose of rose petals and cherry.
Crisp and dry on the palate, it has a solid core of cherry fruit, good grip,
and a fruit-filled finish. WA |
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CHATEAU Ste. MICHELLE, "Nellie's Garden", Dry Rose 2006 |
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Columbia Valley, Washington |
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LUCY,
Lucia Vineyards & Winery, Rosé of Pinot Noir 2008 |
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$39 |
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Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey
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Light pink in color. The 2008 Lucy is a very flavorful rosé.
An immediate perfume of strawberries, rose petals, white peaches and
fresh-cut watermelon fill the glass.
On the palate the texture is very mouth coating. Layers of flavor evolve into a more
delicate finish, framed by crisp acidity.
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SEPS,
Cabernet Sauvignon Rose 2007 |
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$33 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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TASCA d'ALMERITA, "Regaleali", Le Rose 2007 |
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$33 |
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Sicilia, Italy |
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Bright, deep and intense pink in
color, Le Rose offers an intriguing yet delicate bouquet of cherry,
raspberry, blackberry, and mulberry. Rich, persistent with refreshing
acidity, this is what Sicilians enjoy in the torrid summer. Great with fish,
poultry, spaghetti with clams, fried calamari and risotto marinara. WM |
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TRIENNES, Rose 2008 |
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France |
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This blush wine is made from
grapes pressed following only a very brief period of skin contact. It results
in a rosé of a very light pink color. An aromatic nose of red fruits and
candy is followed by a round, harmonious and seamless palate. This wine will
seduce you by its freshness and elegance. WM |
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VEGA SINDOA, Grenacha 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Rose 2006 |
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$21 |
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Navarra, Spain |
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Bodegas Nekeas continues to
offer wines of exceptional value. The 2006 Vega Sindoa Rose is medium
pink-colored with fragrant strawberry aromatics and flavors. Nicely fruity
and succulent, this ripe wine should prove to be remarkably versatile with a
wide range of food. It is a superb value. WA |
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SAUVIGNON BLANC and FUMÉ BLANC (page 1) |
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CADE WINERY, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 |
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$60 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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Vibrant, with lemon-lime and
passion fruit flavors that are juicy and refreshing. Herbal, grassy notes
come in on the finish. WS |
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CASA LAPOSTOLLE, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
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$27 |
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Rapel Valley, Chile |
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Plump and forward, with tasty
grapefruit and lemon verbena notes that stay fresh on the finish. WS |
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CHATEAU ST. JEAN, Fume Blanc 2008 |
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$29 |
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Sonoma County, California |
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CLIFF LEDE VINEYARDS, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
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$52 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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Aged in a combination of
primarily stainless steel and about 28% French oak, it offers crisp, flinty
grapefruit notes intermixed with fresh citrus and a hint of orange blossom.
WA |
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| 46 |
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| 47 |
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CLOUDY
BAY VINEYARDS, Sauvignon Blanc 2009 |
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$64 |
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| 47 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 47 |
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Light and appealing for its
citrus character, with lemongrass and lime flavors that dance easily through
the finish. WS |
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| 47 |
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| 48 |
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DRY
CREEK VINEYARD, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
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$34 |
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| 48 |
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Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County,
California |
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| 48 |
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Vibrant and juicy, with focused
citrus notes of Meyer lemon, lime peel and grapefruit. A pleasant herbal
grassiness provides an added dimension of freshness, with a mouthwatering
finish. WS |
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| 48 |
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| 49 |
49 |
DRYLANDS WINES, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 |
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$32 |
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| 49 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 49 |
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Focused and very intense, with a
lively array of grass, lime, grapefruit and stone flavors. Citrus acidity
hones the finish. WS |
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| 49 |
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| 50 |
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FERRARI CARANO, Fume Blanc 2009 |
$9.75 |
$36 |
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| 50 |
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Sonoma County, California |
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| 50 |
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Citrus, mango, kiwi, and lime
aromas are complemented by flavors of vanilla, guava and grapefruit in
Ferrari-Carano’s 2009 Fumé Blanc. Cool, stainless steel tank fermentation
gives this wine a crisp freshness while the subtle oak character from barrel
aging adds great complexity and depth. WM |
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| 50 |
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| 50 |
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SAUVIGNON BLANC and FUMÉ BLANC (page 2) |
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HONIG VINEYARD, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
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$33 |
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| 51 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 51 |
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Fragrant, with perfumed notes to
the pea blossom, passion fruit and gooseberry flavors, which are lively and
spicy, with good intensity and an almond skin finish. WS |
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KIM CRAWFORD, Sauvignon Blanc 2009 |
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$42 |
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| 52 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 52 |
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Elegant and vibrant, this
mouthwatering wine offers lime and tequila flavors that are reminiscent of a
margarita, but remains light, refined and distinctive. WS
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53 |
LONGBOARD VINEYARDS, Sauvignon Blanc 2006 |
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$41 |
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| 53 |
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Russian River Valley, California |
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| 53 |
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This cool vintage wine, with
almost no oak, is crisp and young in acids, with gooseberry flavors and a
touch of feline influence. WE
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MERRY EDWARDS, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
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$84 |
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| 54 |
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Russian River Valley, California |
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| 55 |
55 |
MOHUA,
Sauvignon Blanc 2009 |
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$32 |
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| 55 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 55 |
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Fresh pear and candied lemon
aromas and flavors remain fresh and zingy through the finish in this lively
white. WS
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| 56 |
56 |
RUDD,
Sauvignon Blanc 2007 |
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$93 |
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| 56 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 56 |
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Leslie Rudd is doing an
outstanding job with Sauvignon Blanc, and his offering has become one of the
three or four finest Sauvignons in the Napa/Sonoma/Mendocino area. The 2007
Sauvignon Blanc (1,260 cases) is a gorgeously sexy Sauvignon exhibiting pronounced
notes of honeyed melons, hints of figs and smoke, and a waxy orange-like
character. It possesses the lovely texture of a white Burgundy along with the
aromatic complexity and zesty acidity of a California Sauvignon. WA |
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| 57 |
57 |
VAVASOUR WINES, Sauvignon Blanc 2005 |
|
$38 |
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| 57 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 57 |
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Intense, with concentrated
grassy flavors framing grapefruit, gooseberry and mineral notes. Salt and
stone notes linger on the finish. WS |
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| 58 |
58 |
WATTLE CREEK WINERY, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 |
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$33 |
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| 58 |
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Mendocino, California |
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| 58 |
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Open-textured, with very good
intensity to grapefruit, guava and lemon-lime flavors. Stone, grass and
mineral accents highlight the finish. WS |
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| 59 |
59 |
WITHER HILLS, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
|
$34 |
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| 59 |
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
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| 59 |
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The 2008 Sauvignon Blanc has a
potent grassy nose with apple and passion fruit. The palate is simple but
with pleasant tropical tones, peach and passion fruit, soft landing on the
grassy finish. Moderate length. Well-crafted and satisfying. WA |
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CHARDONNAY (
page1) |
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| 60 |
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AU BON CLIMAT, "Our Way", Santa Maria Valley, California 2004 |
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$73 |
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| 60 |
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The 2003 Chardonnay Big Paw
exhibits a light green/gold color followed by a steely, elegant nose of
tropical fruits intermixed with scents of lemon blossom, honeyed citrus, and
subtle wood. Medium to full-bodied, with good acidity as well as a persistent
finish. WA |
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| 60 |
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| 61 |
61 |
AMBULLNEO, “Big Paw”, Central Coast,
California
2003 |
|
$94 |
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| 61 |
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The 2003 Chardonnay Big Paw
exhibits a light green/gold color followed by a steely, elegant nose of
tropical fruits intermixed with scents of lemon blossom, honeyed citrus, and
subtle wood. Medium to full-bodied, with good acidity as well as a persistent
finish. WA |
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| 62 |
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ANCIEN,
Carneros, California 2005 |
|
$69 |
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| 62 |
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| 63 |
63 |
BREWER-CLIFTON, “Mount Carmel”, Sta. Rita Hills, California 2006 |
|
$122 |
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| 63 |
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|
Terrifically sweet, pure notes
of orange blossom, tangerine oil, damp earth and a hint of pineapple soar
from the glass of the blockbuster 2006 Chardonnay Mount Carmel. This is a
gorgeously full-bodied, layered Chardonnay that should drink well for at least
a decade. WA |
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| 63 |
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| 64 |
64 |
CARTLIDGE & BROWNE, California 2008 |
$7.75 |
$28 |
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| 64 |
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Reveals a hint of tropical
fruit, light to medium body, a touch of wood, and a pleasant
personality. WA
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| 64 |
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| 65 |
65 |
CATENA ALTA, Mendoza, Argentina 2007 |
|
$67 |
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| 65 |
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|
The 2007 Catena Alta Chardonnay
was sourced from one lot in the Adrianna Vineyard. It was barrel-fermented in
50% new French oak with native yeasts followed by 12-18 months in barrel with
frequent batonnage. Light gold-colored, it has a superb nose of pain grille,
baking spices, mineral, nutmeg, and tropical notes. Medium-bodied, elegant,
and impeccably balanced, this is a complex Chardonnay. WA
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| 65 |
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| 66 |
66 |
CHAPPELLET, Napa Valley, California 2007 |
|
$61 |
|
| 66 |
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Ripe layers of fig, green apple
and pear are full-bodied yet elegant, gaining body and richness and ending
with a full-blown finish, shaded by nutmeg. WS |
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|
| 66 |
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| 67 |
67 |
CHATEAU st. JEAN, Sonoma County, California 2008 |
$8.00 |
$29 |
|
| 67 |
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| 68 |
68 |
CHATEAU st. JEAN, "Belle Terre Vnrd, Alexander Valley, California 2005 |
|
$53 |
|
| 68 |
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|
Exhibits abundant notes of
honeysuckle, white peaches, and apricots in its medium to full-bodied
personality. With terrific freshness, purity, and length. WA |
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|
| 68 |
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| 69 |
69 |
CHATEAU ste. MICHELLE, "Indian Wells", Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 |
$38 |
|
| 69 |
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|
Toasty, spicy aromas and flavors
are more prominent than fruit in this smooth-textured, polished Chardonnay,
echoing ripe pear and smoke as the finish lingers. WS |
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|
| 69 |
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| 70 |
70 |
COLUMBIA CREST, “Estate”, Columbia Valley,
Washington 2008 |
$6.75 |
$24 |
|
| 70 |
|
|
Polished, round and spicy, this
is generous with its creamy pear and caramel flavors, lingering on the
nutmeg-tinged finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 70 |
|
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CHARDONNAY (page2) |
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| 70 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 71 |
71 |
DOMAINE SERENE, “Côte Sud”, Willamette Valley,
Oregon 2006 |
|
$96 |
|
| 71 |
|
|
Polished, creamy and nicely
focused to show its pear, apple and hazelnut flavors, mingling easily against
fine acidity on the long, expressive finish. WS |
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|
|
| 71 |
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|
| 72 |
72 |
FAILLA,
"Estate Vineyard," Sonoma Coast,
California 2006 |
|
$83 |
|
| 72 |
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|
Slightly richer and more exotic,
with hints of honeysuckle, pineapple, and other tropical fruit, has terrific
underlying acidity, some noteworthy minerality, and notable freshness for a
wine that is medium-bodied and nicely concentrated. WA |
|
|
|
| 72 |
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| 73 |
73 |
FERRARI-CARANO, Alexander Valley, California 2007 |
|
$59 |
|
| 73 |
|
|
Sleek and well-balanced,
offering subtle green apple, mineral and citrus flavors that whisper delicacy
and finesse. WS |
|
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|
| 73 |
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|
| 74 |
74 |
FOXGLOVE, Varner, San Luis Obispo County,
California 2008 |
|
$31 |
|
| 74 |
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|
| 75 |
75 |
GIACONDA, "Nantue Vineyard", Victoria,
Australia 2005 |
|
$121 |
|
| 75 |
|
|
The 2005 Chardonnay “Nantua”
contains 7% Roussanne. It was fermented in barrel with native yeasts using
French oak, 25% new where it remained for 10 months before being bottled
unfiltered. Light gold-colored, it offers an alluring bouquet of toast, butter,
floral notes, baked apple, and tropical fruits. This is followed by a round,
viscous, layered wine with gobs of flavor, excellent balance, and a lengthy
finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 75 |
|
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|
| 76 |
76 |
HANNA,
"Proprietor Grown", Russian River
Valley, California 2007 |
|
$39 |
|
| 76 |
|
|
Medium-bodied, offering a
Sauvignon-like grassiness and picking up hints of green apple, melon and
spice. WS |
|
|
|
| 76 |
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|
| 77 |
77 |
JORDAN VINEYARDS, Russian River, California 2007 |
|
$59 |
|
| 77 |
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|
| 78 |
78 |
KENDALL-JACKSON, "Grand Reserve",
California 2007 |
|
$42 |
|
| 78 |
|
|
The 2008 Chardonnay Grand
Reserve, which comes from their vineyards in Monterey and Santa Barbara, is a
richer, fuller wine with loads of tropical fruit and honeysuckle. It is crisp
and full-bodied. WA |
|
|
|
| 78 |
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|
| 79 |
79 |
KIM CRAWFORD, "Unoaked", New Zealand
2008 |
|
$39 |
|
| 79 |
|
|
Bright and lively. A lean,
fragrant style that offers lime, melon and hints of spice as the finish
lingers deftly. WS |
|
|
|
| 79 |
|
|
|
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|
|
| 80 |
80 |
KISTLER VINEYARDS, "Durell Vineyard", Sonoma
Coast, California 2007 |
|
$145 |
|
| 80 |
|
|
Nectarine, orange blossom, lemon
custard, and whole currants are present in the 2007 Chardonnay Durell
Vineyard. This is, again a wine with
crisp, zesty acidity, striking liquid minerality, and a long, full-bodied finish.
WA |
|
|
|
| 80 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 81 |
81 |
KISTLER VINEYARDS, "McCrea Vineyard", Sonoma
Coast, California 2006 |
$145 |
|
| 81 |
|
|
Exhibits a light gold/green hue
along with aromas of stone fruits, honey, orange zest (or is it tangerine?),
and subtle wood spices. Full-bodied with beautiful texture as well as purity,
and a long finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 81 |
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|
| 82 |
82 |
L'ANGEVIN, "Charles Heintz Vineyard", Sonoma Coast, California 2006 |
|
$109 |
|
| 82 |
|
|
Sensational aromas of
nectarines, crushed rocks, and peaches soar from the glass. It hits the
palate with stunning concentration, loads of tropical fruit, and notes of
lemon oil and orange blossom. A complex, full-bodied Chardonnay with terrific
minerality. WA |
|
|
|
| 82 |
|
|
CHARDONNAY(page3) |
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| 82 |
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| 82 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 83 |
83 |
L'ECOLE No 41, Columbia Valley, Washington 2008 |
|
$47 |
|
| 83 |
|
|
A fine, easy-drinking, high acid
style of Chardonnay, this shows spiced apple and white peach flavors,
quaffable and tart. It will taste best with some sort of creamy sauced
poultry or seafood. WE |
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|
|
| 83 |
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|
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|
| 84 |
84 |
LANDMARK VINEYARDS, "Overlook", California 2007 |
|
$60 |
|
| 84 |
|
|
Green apple, floral, lime and
citrus blossom scents give this full-bodied Chardonnay a distinctive edge.
Crisp and flinty, ending with wet stone. WS |
|
|
|
| 84 |
|
|
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|
| 85 |
85 |
LEEUWIN ESTATE, “Art Series”, Margaret River,
Australia 2004 |
|
$164 |
|
| 85 |
|
|
Aged for 18 months in 100% new
oak with no malolactic fermentation. It offers a classic Puligny aromatic
profile of mineral, butterscotch, white peach, spiced apple, and poached
pear. This leads to a streamlined Chardonnay with its oak totally integrated,
ripe, elegant flavors, outstanding depth and concentration, and a long, pure
finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 85 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 86 |
86 |
LEWIS CELLARS, “Barcaglia Lane”, Russian River,
California 2006 |
|
$123 |
|
| 86 |
|
|
Smells rich and perfumed, with
intense, elegant pear, honeysuckle and honeydew melon flavors that turn sleek
and refined on the long, lingering finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 86 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 87 |
87 |
LOUIS LATOUR, "Ardeche", France 2006 |
|
$27 |
|
| 87 |
|
|
Pleasant ripe apple and melon
nose with oatmeal and butter nuances. The palate is well balanced with a
medium body of fairly concentrated stone fruit flavors supported by medium to
high acidity. Medium+ finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 87 |
|
|
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|
|
|
| 88 |
88 |
LOUIS LATOUR, Montagny 1er Cru, La Grande
Rouche, France 2006 |
|
$49 |
|
| 88 |
|
|
The latest rendition of a
long-running, high-production Latour hit, their 2006 Montagny 1er Cru
displays honeysuckle, pear, and apricot in the nose; a luscious, polished
palate generous in its ripe fruit and backed by chalky, stony mineral
suggestions; and an impressively layered finish. This excellent value has
generally shown considerable resilience. WA |
|
|
|
| 88 |
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|
|
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|
| 89 |
89 |
MOUNT EDEN, Santa Cruz Mountains, California 2006 |
|
$97 |
|
| 89 |
|
|
Simply delicious, a rich,
buttery style, delivering ripe, vivid and delicate peach, pear and honeydew
melon fruit that's complex, concentrated and full-bodied Offers excellent
length and depth. Creamy oak adds a touch of smoke and vanilla. The texture
is silky. WS |
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|
|
| 89 |
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|
|
|
|
|
| 90 |
90 |
PAHLMEYER, Napa Valley, California 2007 |
|
$138 |
|
| 90 |
|
|
Aromas of fresh, ripe fig and
peach join smoky, toasty oak and spicy hazelnut notes in this sleek,
full-bodied style. Ends with a sweetish fig and apricot edge that's elegant
and complex. WS |
|
|
|
| 90 |
|
|
|
|
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|
| 91 |
91 |
PAUL HOBBS, "Richard Dinner", Sonoma Mountain, California 2006 |
|
$125 |
|
| 91 |
|
|
Rich without being heavy or
cloying, with a subtle mix of spicy pear, honeysuckle, spice and honeydew
melon flavors that are elegant and restrained. WS |
|
|
|
| 91 |
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|
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|
| 92 |
92 |
PURE EVIL, South Australia 2007 |
|
$25 |
|
| 92 |
|
|
Simple and refreshing, with
spicy pear flavors, finishing on a lime note. WS |
|
|
|
| 92 |
|
|
CHARDONNAY(page4) |
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|
| 92 |
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|
| 92 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 93 |
93 |
ROCKBARE, McLaren Vale, South Australia 2006 |
|
$28 |
|
| 93 |
|
|
Rockbare’s 2006 Chardonnay is
unoaked. Fifty percent of the wine went through malolactic fermentation and
remained on the lees with frequent batonnage. Light straw-colored, it offers
an attractive nose of pear, lemon-lime, and white peach. Medium-bodied, in
the mouth this supple-textured Chardonnay delivers mouth-filling poached pear
and baked apple flavors, excellent depth and concentration, and a long,
fruit-filled finish. It is an outstanding value. WA |
|
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|
| 93 |
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|
| 94 |
94 |
ROMBAUER VINEYARDS, Carneros, California 2008 |
|
$69 |
|
| 94 |
|
|
There's spice, citrus, pear and
a touch of jalapeño pepper in this Chardonnay, which, though crisp and
refreshing, turns rich and creamy on the finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 94 |
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|
|
|
|
|
| 95 |
95 |
RUDD, Bacigalupi
Vineyard, Russian River, California 2006 |
|
$128 |
|
| 95 |
|
|
It reveals lovely white currant,
citrus oil, and nectarine notes as well as pure, clean fruit. WA |
|
|
|
| 95 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 96 |
96 |
SANFORD WINERY, Santa Barbara, California 2008 |
$11.50 |
$43 |
|
| 96 |
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|
|
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|
|
| 97 |
97 |
TESTAROSSA, "Sleepy Hollow Vineyard", Santa Lucia Highlands,
California 2006 |
$76 |
|
| 97 |
|
|
Enticing floral citrus and apple
blossom scents turn rich and layered on the palate, with sweet fig,
applesauce, tropical fruit and citrus notes that are bold and distinctive,
with a long, persistent finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 97 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 98 |
98 |
TREVOR JONES, "Virgin", Barossa Valley, South Australia 2007 |
|
$40 |
|
| 98 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 99 |
99 |
VARNER, "Bee Block", Santa Cruz Mountains, California 2006 |
|
$80 |
|
| 99 |
|
|
Medium to full-bodied, with
notes of waxy, caramelized nectarine and, oranges, in addition to lemon oil
and crushed rock, this wine has beautiful texture and a full-bodied, long
finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 99 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 100 |
100 |
WILLIAMS SELYEM, "Allen Vineyard", Russian River, California 2007 |
|
$179 |
|
| 100 |
|
|
The outrageously delicious 2007
Chardonnay Allen Vineyard offers up honeysuckle, orange marmalade, and other
assorted tropical fruits intermixed with crushed rocks and white currants.
This is a beauty, with crisp acidity, purity, and a layered texture. WA |
|
|
|
| 100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 101 |
101 |
YALUMBA, "The Y Series", Unwooded, South Australia 2008 |
|
$25 |
|
| 101 |
|
|
Fresh and lively, with
lemon-scented apple and spice flavors that linger on the tart finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 101 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 101 |
|
|
|
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|
|
| 101 |
|
|
ALCOHOL FREE |
|
|
|
| 102 |
102 |
SUTTER HOME, "Fré", Chardonnay 2008 |
$5.00 |
$17 |
|
| 102 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 102 |
|
|
BLENDED and OTHER WHITE WINES (Page 1) |
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| 102 |
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| 102 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 102 |
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|
| 103 |
103 |
PACIFIC RIM, “Vin de Glacière”, Riesling 2007 (375ml) |
3oz/9.75 |
$39 |
|
| 103 |
|
|
Selenium Vineyard, Columbia
Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 103 |
|
|
|
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|
|
| 104 |
104 |
COPPO,
La Rocca, Gavi 2007 |
|
$45 |
|
| 104 |
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Cancelli, Italy |
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| 104 |
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Coppo’s 2007 Gavi La Rocca is a
pretty, perfumed white. It reveals plenty of varietal character in a
refreshing, bright style. WA |
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| 104 |
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105 |
CRIOS de SUSANNA BALBOA, Torrontes 2009 |
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$29 |
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| 105 |
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Cafayate, Calchaquies Valley, Salta, Argentina |
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| 105 |
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The 2009 Torrontes remains one
of Argentina’s benchmarks for this variety. Sourced from 31-year-old vines in
Cafayate (where the finest Torrontes grows), it displays a fragrant bouquet
of spring flowers, honey, and tropical aromas. Medium-bodied and dry on the
palate, it has ample fruit backed by vibrant acidity leading to a lengthy
finish. WA |
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| 105 |
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| 106 |
106 |
DOLCE WINERY, Late Harvest Wine 2005 375ml |
2.5oz/18.00 |
$124 |
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| 106 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 106 |
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Intense and vibrant, with citrus
peel, tobacco leaf, honeysuckle, honeydew melon, spicy fig preserves and
fresh peach flavors. Rich and fleshy-textured, but with an acidity and
structure that gives the flavors some traction. Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.
WS |
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| 106 |
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| 107 |
107 |
KAENA,
"Hapa Blanc", 2007 |
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$41 |
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| 107 |
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Santa Ynez Valley, California |
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| 107 |
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Peach, tropical and citrus
flavors are ripe and round, with both a luscious mouthfeel and refreshing
acidity. There's good intensity and focus, with an apricot finish. Grenache
Blanc and Roussanne. WS |
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| 107 |
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| 108 |
108 |
L'ECOLE No 41, Semillion
2007 |
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$41 |
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| 108 |
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Columbia Valley, Washington |
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| 108 |
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Soft, with a lively underpinning
to the fig and spice flavors. WS |
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| 108 |
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| 109 |
109 |
LOUIS JADOT, Santenay, "Clos de Malte",
2006 |
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$57 |
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| 109 |
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Burgundy, France |
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| 109 |
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From the nearly 30% of this site
that is planted in Chardonnay, It features lime, grapefruit, and musk melon
in a clear, refreshing, yet richly-textured display. A vivid sense of chalky,
stony underpinnings adds interest to a long, luscious finish, undimmed even
in a sample I tried from new wood. It represents another surprising triumph
with a “clonal cocktail” of young vines, as well as a remarkable value. WA |
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| 109 |
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BLENDED and OTHER WHITE WINES (Page 2) |
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BOTTLE |
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| 109 |
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| 110 |
110 |
LUNA VINEYARDS, Pinot Grigio 2007 |
|
$45 |
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| 110 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 110 |
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| 111 |
111 |
METHVEN FAMILY VINEYARDS, Pinot Gris 2007 |
|
$31 |
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| 111 |
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Wilamette Valley, Oregon |
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| 111 |
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From estate fruit, this is a cut
above most similarly priced Oregon Pinot Gris. The nose sends up a lively mix
of cilantro and other sweet herbs, leading into ripe pear-flavored fruit.
Flavors meld and linger, acids refresh, and the wine takes a lovely, lazy
stroll down your palate, inviting another sip. WE |
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| 111 |
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| 112 |
112 |
MOLLYDOOKER, "The Violinist", Verdelho 2008 |
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$41 |
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| 112 |
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South Australia |
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| 112 |
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The Lefty Series begins with the
one white wine in the portfolio, the 2008 The Violinist Verdelho. Medium
straw-colored, the fragrant nose offers up notes of baking spices, pit
fruits, melon, and floral aromas. On the palate it has a creamy texture, ripe
flavors, and excellent balance. WA |
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| 113 |
113 |
PIEROPAN, “Classico”, Soave 2007 |
|
$32 |
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| 113 |
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Veneto, Italy |
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| 113 |
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A blend of 85% Garganega and 15%
Trebbiano, it spends just a few months in large, neutral oak. This is a
classy, elegant Soave redolent of ripe peaches, smoke and earthiness. Made in
a taut, focused style, it possesses excellent depth and lovely overall balance.
WA |
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| 113 |
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| 114 |
114 |
PINE RIDGE WINERY, Chenin Blanc /Viognier 2008 |
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$31 |
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| 114 |
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California |
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| 114 |
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A consistent winner from this
Napa winery, this fragrant, stylish blend of Chenin Blanc and Viognier is the
type of dry white I wish more California wineries would focus on. Moreover,
there are 45,000 cases of this excellent bargain. Think of a spring flower
garden oozing with melon and citrus blossom notes. Fresh, light to
medium-bodied, and dry, it is a food-friendly white to enjoy as an aperitif
or with food over the next year. Kudos to Pine Ridge! WA
WA |
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| 114 |
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| 115 |
115 |
SANTA MARGHERITA, Pinot Grigio 2008 |
$12.75 |
$48 |
|
| 115 |
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Alto Aldige/Vaaldadigo, Italy |
|
|
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| 115 |
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| 116 |
116 |
TURLEY, "The White Coat", Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache
Blanc 2007 |
|
$70 |
|
| 116 |
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San Luis Obispo County,
California |
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| 116 |
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The 2007 The White Coat (80%
Roussanne, 15% Viognier, and 5% Grenache Blanc) exhibits surprising elegance
along with a hint of spring flowers, medium body, attractive freshness, and a
dry finish. WA |
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| 116 |
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| 116 |
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PINOT NOIR (page1) |
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| 116 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
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| 117 |
117 |
A to Z WINEWORKS, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$42 |
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| 117 |
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Oregon |
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| 118 |
118 |
ANCIEN WINES, Pinot Noir 2006 |
|
$81 |
|
| 118 |
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Mink Vineyard, Napa Valley |
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| 119 |
119 |
ANTHILL FARMS, "Tina Marie Vineyard", Pinot Noir 2006 |
|
$89 |
|
| 119 |
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Russian River Valley, California |
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| 120 |
120 |
A.P. VIN, "Turner Vineyard", Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$99 |
|
| 120 |
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Sta. Rita Hills, California |
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| 120 |
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Combines firm, supple, plum,
black cherry and smoky oak with touches of mineral and herb, gaining depth,
richness and complexity. Alluring and inviting. WS |
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| 121 |
121 |
CARTLIDGE & BROWNE, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$35 |
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| 121 |
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California |
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| 122 |
122 |
CONO SUR, "Vision", Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$29 |
|
| 122 |
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Colchagua Valley, Chile |
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| 122 |
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The 2008 Pinot Noir Vision
Series exhibits a bouquet of strawberry, cherry, and rhubarb, a smooth,
easy-going palate-feel, and good grip and length. WA |
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| 123 |
123 |
DOMAINE SERENE, "Evenstad Reserve", Pinot Noir 2005 |
|
$123 |
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| 123 |
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Wilamette Valley, Oregon |
|
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| 123 |
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Lithe in texture, with a
distinctive range of red cherry, black cherry, cinnamon and mocha flavors
that ride smoothly over a graceful frame, lingering nicely on the clear,
expressive finish. WS |
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| 124 |
124 |
ERATH, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$40 |
|
| 124 |
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Oregon |
|
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| 125 |
125 |
ESTANCIA
ESTATES, "Pinnacles Ranches", Pinot
Noir 2008 |
|
$35 |
|
| 125 |
|
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Monterey County, California |
|
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| 126 |
126 |
HANDLEY
CELLARS, Pinot Noir 2006 |
|
$49 |
|
| 126 |
|
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Anderson Valley, Mendocino
County, California |
|
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|
| 126 |
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|
Well-structured, with tight
black cherry, cedar, herb, sage and spicy floral scents that give this a
delicate aftertaste and mouthfeel. WS |
|
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| 127 |
127 |
LOUIS
LATOUR, Domaine de Valmoissine, Pinot Noir 2007 |
|
$34 |
|
| 127 |
|
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Vin de Pays des Coteaux du
Verdon, France |
|
|
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| 127 |
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|
The tannins are very apparent on
the palate. With nicely developed fruit this wine offers a rounded and smooth
finish. WM |
|
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|
| 128 |
128 |
MACMURRAY RANCH, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$48 |
|
| 128 |
|
|
Sonoma Coast, California |
|
|
|
| 128 |
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|
Sweet and sour cherry,
pomegranate, mossy and austere. WA |
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| 129 |
129 |
METHVEN FAMILY VINEYARDS, "Reserve", Pinot Noir 2005 |
|
$99 |
|
| 129 |
|
|
Willamette Valley, Oregon |
|
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| 129 |
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|
This wine is a blockbuster with smoky rich
aromas of blackberry pie, barrel char, forest floor and sweet, intense oak
spices. Young now, the sweet palate is high-toned with red and black fruits
intertwined in a mouthwatering and juicy red raspberry and cherry silky
texture, echoing the smoky and pungent aromas in the mouth with saddle
leather and pipe tobacco. The finish is long and ripely tannic yet smooth and
decadent. WM |
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| 129 |
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|
PINOT NOIR (page2) |
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| 129 |
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| 129 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 130 |
130 |
MT. DIFFICULTY, Pinot Noir 2007 |
|
$75 |
|
| 130 |
|
|
Central Otago,New Zealand |
|
|
|
| 130 |
|
|
Bright and jazzy, offering a
lively mouthful of blackberry, pomegranate and mint flavors that shine
through a veil of crisp tannins on the finish. WS |
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| 131 |
131 |
OYSTER BAY, Pinot Noir 2007 |
|
$37 |
|
| 131 |
|
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
|
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| 131 |
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|
Ripe and focused, but light on
its feet, with dark currant, licorice and cream flavors mingling effectively
on a polished frame. The finish persists harmoniously. WS |
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| 132 |
132 |
PICKET FENCE, Pinot Noir 2006 |
|
$55 |
|
| 132 |
|
|
Russian River Valley, California |
|
|
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| 132 |
|
|
Tight and sleek, with savory
herb, wild berry and black cherry fruit that's ripe and structured, with
touches of mineral and cedar. WS |
|
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| 133 |
133 |
PONZI VINEYARDS, "Tavola", Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$54 |
|
| 133 |
|
|
Willamette Valley, Oregon |
|
|
|
| 134 |
134 |
R WINES, "Permutations", Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$31 |
|
| 134 |
|
|
Victoria, Australia |
|
|
|
| 134 |
|
|
Light and tangy, a charmer, with
black fruit and orange peel flavors in modest proportions. WS |
|
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|
| 135 |
135 |
SIDURI WINES, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$44 |
|
| 135 |
|
|
Willamette Valley, Oregon |
|
|
|
| 135 |
|
|
Firm in texture, with a meaty note weaving
through the red berry flavors, lingering gently. WS |
|
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|
| 136 |
136 |
TANDEM WINES, "Van Der Camp", Pinot Noir 2006 |
$17.75 |
$66 |
|
| 136 |
|
|
Sonoma Mountain, California |
|
|
|
| 137 |
137 |
THE CROSSINGS, Pinot Noir 2008 |
|
$42 |
|
| 137 |
|
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Marlborough, New Zealand |
|
|
|
| 137 |
|
|
This Pinot Noir has macerated black cherries
and bilberry on the lively nose. Sweet ripe blackberry dominating the palate
that has chewy tannins. WA |
|
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| 138 |
138 |
WESTLAND LANE, Pinot Noir 2007 |
$8.75 |
$32 |
|
| 138 |
|
|
Willamette Valley, Oregon |
|
|
|
| 138 |
|
|
A screaming deal from Methven Family
Vineyards, which is on the eponymous Westland Lane in Dayton. Pretty garnet
color; red currants, cranberries and roses on the nose and light palate;
lightly spiced finish. A quaffer that would be delicious with seafood. The
Oregonian |
|
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| 139 |
139 |
WITHER HILLS, Pinot Noir 2005 |
|
$63 |
|
| 139 |
|
|
Marlborough, New Zealand |
|
|
|
| 139 |
|
|
Tightly wound, with a solid core
of intensity to tangy raspberry, fresh herb and game meat flavors. Spice,
cedar and orange skin notes accent a firm finish. WS |
|
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|
| 139 |
|
|
ZINFANDEL (page
1) |
|
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|
| 139 |
|
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|
| 139 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 139 |
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| 140 |
140 |
AIDA ESTATE, “Vineyard 29”, Zinfandel 2006 |
|
$151 |
|
| 140 |
|
|
St. Helena, Napa Valley,
California |
|
|
|
| 140 |
|
|
Deep ruby/purple-tinged blend of
86% Zinfandel and 14% Petite Sirah, it boasts complex notes of scorched
earth, lavender, black cherries, spice box, pepper, and earth. Full-bodied
with loads of glycerin as well as heady alcohol, it is an exuberant, astonishing
Zinfandel. WA |
|
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|
| 140 |
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| 141 |
141 |
CHATEAU MONTELENA, “Estate”, Zinfandel 2006 |
|
$55 |
|
| 141 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 141 |
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|
The 2006 Zinfandel Estate is a
sexy effort with crisp acidity, fresh berry fruit, plenty of pepper and
spice, and no hard edges. WA |
|
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| 141 |
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| 142 |
142 |
DRY CREEK VINEYARD, “Heritage”, Zinfandel 2007 |
|
$46 |
|
| 142 |
|
|
Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County,
California |
|
|
|
| 142 |
|
|
Zesty and easy to drink, with
spicy cherry aromas and lively flavors of wild berry, fresh pepper and sage.
WS |
|
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| 142 |
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|
| 143 |
143 |
GIRARD WINERY, “Old Vine”, Zinfandel 2007 |
|
$53 |
|
| 143 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 143 |
|
|
Sleek and briary, with wild
berry and toasty spice aromas and slightly rustic huckleberry and licorice
flavors. WS |
|
|
|
| 143 |
|
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| 144 |
144 |
LOLONIS WINERY, Zinfandel 2005 |
|
$53 |
|
| 144 |
|
|
Redwood Valley,California |
|
|
|
| 144 |
|
|
Rustic, with slight plum and
spice aromas and muddled, earthy flavors. WS |
|
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| 144 |
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| 145 |
145 |
MURPHY-GOODE, “Liar’s Dice”, Zinfandel 2006 |
|
$41 |
|
| 145 |
|
|
Sonoma County, California |
|
|
|
| 145 |
|
|
A vibrant and jammy wine, with
lively raspberry and pepper aromas and soft, supple black cherry and toasty
vanilla flavors. WS |
|
|
|
| 145 |
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| 145 |
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| 145 |
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| 145 |
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| 145 |
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| 145 |
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|
| 145 |
|
|
ZINFANDEL (page
2) |
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| 145 |
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| 145 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 145 |
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| 146 |
146 |
RIDGE VINEYARDS, “Three Valleys”, Zinfandel 2008 |
$11.50 |
$43 |
|
| 146 |
|
|
Sonoma County, California |
|
|
|
| 146 |
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|
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|
| 147 |
147 |
RUSDEN,
“Chookshed”, Zinfandel 2004 |
|
$133 |
|
| 147 |
|
|
Barossa Valley, Australia |
|
|
|
| 147 |
|
|
A blockbuster effort, comparable
to a top Turley Zinfandel from Napa Valley.
This stunning, pure, juicy, succulent Zinfandel exhibits aromas of
spring flowers, blueberry liqueur, pepper, and spice. It is unquestionably
the finest Australian Zinfandel I have ever tasted. WA |
|
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| 147 |
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| 148 |
148 |
SEGHESIO, Zinfandel 2008 |
|
$49 |
|
| 148 |
|
|
Sonoma County, California |
|
|
|
| 148 |
|
|
Offers up copious amounts of
blue, red, and black fruits as well as excellent purity, medium to full body,
a supple texture, and enough acidity to provide vibrancy. It is a pure,
elegant, substantial Zinfandel. WA |
|
|
|
| 148 |
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|
| 149 |
149 |
TURLEY WINE CELLARS, "Dusi Vineyard", Zinfandel 2008 |
|
$84 |
|
| 149 |
|
|
Paso Robles, California |
|
|
|
| 149 |
|
|
Strong earthy, meaty, smoked
game, and underbrush characteristics are present in the dark plum-colored
2008 Zinfandel Dusi Vineyard. This outstanding Zinfandel reveals a more
herbal, spicy personality.
WA |
|
|
|
| 149 |
|
|
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|
| 150 |
150 |
TURLEY WINE CELLARS, "Hayne Vineyard", Zinfandel 2006 |
|
$144 |
|
| 150 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 150 |
|
|
One of the most famous
Zinfandels made is Turley’s 2006 Zinfandel Hayne Vineyard. It is hardly a
wimpish wine at 15.7% natural alcohol, but the overall impression is one of
delicacy, finesse, and beautiful black cherry and currant notes intermixed
with some lavender, spring flowers, and incense. A pretty wine, and another
Zinfandel in this vintage that has a somewhat Pinot Noir sensibility to it.
WA |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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| 150 |
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|
| 150 |
|
|
MERLOT (page
1) |
|
|
|
| 150 |
|
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 151 |
151 |
BURGESS CELLARS, Merlot 2005 |
|
$49 |
|
| 151 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 151 |
|
|
Sleek and well-structured, with
red currant, sage and lead pencil aromas and layered plum, mocha and spicy
cedar flavors that finish with firm tannins. WS |
|
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|
| 151 |
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| 152 |
152 |
CASA LAPOSTOLLE, “Cuvee Alexandre”, Merlot 2005 |
|
$48 |
|
| 152 |
|
|
Apalta Vineyard, Colchagua
Valley, Chile |
|
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| 152 |
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The Cuvee Alexandre series are
single vineyard selections named after proprietor Alexandre
Marnier-Lapostolle. The 2005 Merlot “Cuvee Alexandre – Apalta Vineyard"
has 15% Carmenere in the blend. Purple-colored, it has an attractive nose of
black currant, blueberry, vanilla, and clove. The wine has good weight on the
palate with layers of black fruits and a firm structure.WA |
|
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|
| 152 |
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| 153 |
153 |
COLUMBIA CREST, “Reserve”, Merlot 2006 |
|
$51 |
|
| 153 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 153 |
|
|
Firm, focused and juicy with
dark berry and floral aromas and flavors, lingering on the ripe, toasty,
refined finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 153 |
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|
| 154 |
154 |
FALESCO, “Pesano”, Merlot 2006 |
|
$39 |
|
| 154 |
|
|
Umbria, Italy |
|
|
|
| 154 |
|
|
Offers loads of mineral and
blackberry character, with hints of violet. Full and rich, with loads of soft
tannins and a vanilla aftertaste. Very New World in style. WS |
|
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|
| 154 |
|
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|
| 155 |
155 |
FELINO,
“Vina Cobos”, Merlot 2008 |
|
$47 |
|
| 155 |
|
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Mendoza, Argentina |
|
|
|
| 155 |
|
|
A juicy, round, fresh style with
red plum and licorice notes backed by a fleshy, vanilla-tinged finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 155 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 156 |
156 |
FERRARI-CARANO, Merlot 2006 |
$10.50 |
$39 |
|
| 156 |
|
|
Sonoma County, California |
|
|
|
| 156 |
|
|
A multidimensional, velvety wine
with a dark ruby color and complex nose of fresh black cherries, blackberry,
roasted coffee bean and chocolate, this year’s Merlot is accented by
intricately woven flavors of red currants and caramel with a touch of tobacco
lingering on the silky, smooth finish. WM |
|
|
|
| 156 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 157 |
157 |
KENDALL-JACKSON, "Vintner's Reserve", Merlot 2006 |
|
$39 |
|
| 157 |
|
|
Sonoma 61%, Napa 23% and
Menocino 16% Counties, California |
|
|
|
| 157 |
|
|
The cherry, mocha, and
chocolate-scented 2006 Vintner’s Reserve Merlot (nearly 100% estate-grown
Merlot fruit) is quite good. WA |
|
|
|
| 157 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 158 |
158 |
L'ECOLE No 41, Merlot 2005 |
|
$68 |
|
| 158 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 158 |
|
|
Bright and distinctive, offering
red cherry and currant flavors that just won't quit as this lean, lithe wine
zings across the palate. Finishes with silky texture. WS |
|
|
|
| 158 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 158 |
|
|
MERLOT (page
2) |
|
|
|
| 158 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 159 |
159 |
LONGBOARD VINEYARDS, "Da Kine",
Merlot 2007 |
|
$47 |
|
| 159 |
|
|
Russian River Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 159 |
|
|
Young and still rough around the
edges, but there's plenty of jammy black cherry, ripe plum and spicy fruit.
WS |
|
|
|
| 159 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 160 |
160 |
MARQUIS PHILIPS, Merlot 2008 |
|
$36 |
|
| 160 |
|
|
South Eastern, Australia |
|
|
|
| 160 |
|
|
The 2008 Merlot will go a long
way toward repairing the grape’s reputation as a libido killer.
Purple-colored, it sports an enticing bouquet of cedar, black cherry, plum,
and violets. Full-bodied, layered, and succulent on the palate, this ripe
effort is well balanced despite its size, and has a lengthy, fruit-filled
finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 160 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 161 |
161 |
NELMS ROAD, Woodward Canyon Winery, Merlot 2006 |
|
$49 |
|
| 161 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 161 |
|
|
The warm 2006 vintage gave
beautifully ripe fruit with flavors of dried black fruits, cassis, and Bing
cherry. Aromas of subtle herb, spices, and vanilla integrate with the fruit,
leading to a nice generous finish. The wine is dark purple in color. This wine
was bottled early to retain fruit and is quite drinkable for a wine so young.
WM |
|
|
|
| 161 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 162 |
162 |
NEYERS VINEYARDS, "Neyers Ranch", Merlot 2006 |
|
$76 |
|
| 162 |
|
|
Conn Valley, Napa Valley,
California |
|
|
|
| 162 |
|
|
The 2006 Merlot Neyers Ranch
(85% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon) possesses sweet mocha and
caramel notes intermixed with black cherry, roasted herbs, and spicy oak. The
wine is medium-bodied, supple-textured, and ideal for drinking in its first 5-6
years of life. WA |
|
|
|
| 162 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 163 |
163 |
NORTHSTAR WINERY, Merlot 2005 |
|
$83 |
|
| 163 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 163 |
|
|
Soft and open-textured, with a
meaty edge to the cherry and spice flavors. Stays light on its feet through
the mild tannins on the finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 163 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 164 |
164 |
NOVELTY HILL WINERY, Merlot 2005 |
|
$41 |
|
| 164 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 164 |
|
|
The 2005 Merlot is medium
ruby-colored with aromas and flavors of red currants and cherry. Drink this
solid, well-balanced effort over the next 6 years. WA
|
|
|
|
| 164 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 165 |
165 |
“R”
COLLECTION,
Raymond Vineyards, Merlot 2006 |
$8.25 |
$30 |
|
|
|
| 165 |
|
|
California |
|
|
|
| 165 |
|
|
A beautiful wine, easily able to stand beside more expensive ones.
Made with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, it’s soft, dry and
complex, showing flavors of cherries, berries, currants and herbs. WE |
|
|
|
| 165 |
|
|
SYRAH / SHIRAZ (page1) |
|
|
|
| 165 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 166 |
166 |
CAYUSE, "Cailloux Vineyard", Syrah 2006 |
|
$159 |
|
| 166 |
|
|
Walla Walla Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 166 |
|
|
The saturated purple 2006 Syrah
Cailloux Vineyard (with 4% Viognier in the blend). It displays a
Cote-Rotie-like nose of smoked meat, game, and bacon with a dollop of burnt
sugar and blueberry making an appearance. Layered, plush, and super-rich,
this full-bodied, pleasure-bent effort has exceptional length. WA |
|
|
|
| 167 |
167 |
HENSCHKE, “Hill of Grace”, Shiraz 1999 |
|
$695 |
|
| 167 |
|
|
Edna Valley, Australia |
|
|
|
| 167 |
|
|
The prodigious 1999 Shiraz Hill
of Grace is a magnificent Eden Valley Shiraz, fashioned from vineyard blocks
ranging between 52-144 years of age. Its inky/ruby/plum/purple color is
followed by a fragrant perfume of black fruits intermixed with underbrush,
dried herbs, vanilla, and spring flowers. Full-bodied, magnificently
concentrated, pure, and delineated, this gorgeous, still young, compelling
Shiraz is another example of a vintage that more and more appears to be
underrated. WA |
|
|
|
| 168 |
168 |
KAY BROTHERS, Amery Vineyards, “Block 6”, Shiraz 2002 |
|
$148 |
|
| 168 |
|
|
McLaren Vale, Australia |
|
|
|
| 168 |
|
|
Very dense, with smoky,
licorice-scented black fruit flavors. Firmly tannic on the finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 169 |
169 |
MARQUIS PHILIPS, Shiraz 2008 |
|
$34 |
|
| 169 |
|
|
South Eastern, Australia |
|
|
|
| 169 |
|
|
The 2008 Shiraz offers up aromas
of cigar box, damp earth, smoked meat, bacon, and blueberry. Packed with
flavor on the palate, it is full-bodied, round, and altogether pleasure-bent.
WA |
|
|
|
| 170 |
170 |
MOLLYDOOKER WINES, “The Boxer”, Shiraz 2008 |
|
$47 |
|
| 170 |
|
|
South Australia |
|
|
|
| 170 |
|
|
Bright and jazzy, offering an
effusive mouthful of cherry, pomegranate and spice flavors that are as
aromatic as they are long and vivid. This has density without great weight,
and the finish keeps on going. WS |
|
|
|
| 171 |
171 |
MOLLYDOOKER WINES, “Two Left Feet”, Shiraz 2008 |
|
$47 |
|
| 171 |
|
|
South Australia |
|
|
|
| 171 |
|
|
A blend of 68% Shiraz, 17%
Merlot, and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon which also spent 11 months in 50% new
French and American oak. A glass-staining opaque purple color, it emits an
enticing aromatic array of sandalwood, Asian spices, incense, blueberry, and
blackberry preserves. Dense, sweet, and layered on the palate, it is
surprisingly light on its feet despite its size. Concentrated, lengthy, and
full-flavored, this wine is all about pleasure. WA |
|
|
|
| 172 |
172 |
MOLLYDOOKER WINES, “Enchanted Path”, 2005 |
|
$180 |
|
| 172 |
|
|
Mclaren Vale, Australia |
|
|
|
| 172 |
|
|
The 2005 Enchanted Path (66%
Shiraz and 34% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in primarily American oak, 60% new) is
fashioned from relatively young vines. It reveals an amazing opaque
purple/blue/black color (always a hallmark of Marquis wines), a full-bodied,
powerful, smoky nose, extravagant layers of fruit, spice, glycerin, and
extract, full body, superb intensity, tremendous richness, and a seamless
personality. It is a textbook example of a southern Australian red at its
richest, fullest, and most pure. WA |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 172 |
|
|
SYRAH / SHIRAZ (page2) |
|
|
|
| 172 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 173 |
173 |
MOLLYDOOKER WINES, “Enchanted Path”, 2006 |
|
$170 |
|
| 173 |
|
|
Mclaren Vale, Australia |
|
|
|
| 173 |
|
|
The 2006 Shiraz (66%) – Cabernet
Sauvignon (34%) “Enchanted Path” was made entirely from McLaren Vale fruit.
Opaque purple-colored, the wine has a fragrant bouquet of pain grille,
leather, smoked meat, game, blueberry, and blackberry. This is followed by a
structured wine with intense, spicy black fruit flavors, full-body, and
superb balance. WA |
|
|
|
| 174 |
174 |
MOLLYDOOKER WINES, “Enchanted Path”, 2007 |
|
$160 |
|
| 174 |
|
|
Mclaren Vale, Australia |
|
|
|
| 174 |
|
|
The 2007 Enchanted Path, a blend
of 67% Shiraz and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, is aged in mostly American oak, 70%
new. Purple/black colored, it has a brooding bouquet of spice box, toasty
oak, mineral, espresso, black currant, and blueberry. WA |
|
|
|
| 175 |
175 |
PAX,
“Cuvee Christine”, Syrah 2004 |
|
$127 |
|
| 175 |
|
|
Sonoma County, California |
|
|
|
| 175 |
|
|
A selection from various
vineyards. Kept 17 months in mostly new French oak, and bottled without
fining or filtration (the general practice at Pax), it is a lovely, forward,
fruity Syrah offering notes of white chocolate, black currants, smoke,
roasted herbs, and licorice. This is a full-bodied, fleshy, succulent effort.
WA |
|
|
|
| 176 |
176 |
PENFOLDS, “Grange” Shiraz 1990 |
|
$699 |
|
| 176 |
|
|
South Australia |
|
|
|
| 176 |
|
|
Magnificent, exotic, a veritable
cascade of opulent flavors--earthy currant, black cherry and
licorice--incredible length, wrapped in finely grained tannins. WS |
|
|
|
| 177 |
177 |
PENFOLDS, “Grange” Shiraz 1993 |
|
$399 |
|
| 177 |
|
|
South Australia |
|
|
|
| 177 |
|
|
Dark, peppery and earthy
overtones add substance to this chewy, remarkably complex red wine. It
delivers a ripe core of plum and dried currant, then branches out, hinting at
anise and mineral on the finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 178 |
178 |
R WINES, "Boarding Pass", Shiraz 2006 |
|
$37 |
|
| 178 |
|
|
South Australia |
|
|
|
| 179 |
179 |
WOOP
WOOP, Shiraz 2008 |
$8.00 |
$29 |
|
| 179 |
|
|
South Eastern, Australia |
|
|
|
| 179 |
|
|
This is polished, with a cola
edge to the berry flavors, finishing with some density. WS |
|
|
|
| 180 |
180 |
YALUMBA, 'The Octavius", Old Vine Shiraz 2002 |
|
$197 |
|
| 180 |
|
|
Barossa, Australia |
|
|
|
| 180 |
|
|
A spectacular effort, the 2002
Shiraz The Octavius (100% old vine Shiraz aged 22 months in both French and
American wood) is a noteworthy successor to the phenomenal 2001 released last
year. Aromas of figs, chocolate, blackberry and cassis liqueur, roasted
meats, and barbecue spice emerge from this hugely extracted, full-bodied
monster. Reminiscent of some Grange Hermitage cuvees from the early
seventies, it is a wine of supreme quality, with a singular personality as
well as 20-25 years of aging potential. WA |
|
|
|
| 181 |
181 |
ZACA
MESA, Syrah 2003 |
|
$39 |
|
| 181 |
|
|
Santa Ynez Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 181 |
|
|
Appealing in a rustic sort of
way. Aromas of white pepper, roasted herbs, plum and licorice lead to intense
flavors and chewy, cedary tannins. WS |
|
|
|
| 181 |
|
|
CABERNET SAUVIGNON (page1) |
|
|
|
| 181 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 182 |
182 |
BABCOCK
VINEYARDS, "Classic Rock", Cabernet
Sauvignon 2006 |
|
$40 |
|
| 182 |
|
|
Santa Ynez Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 182 |
|
|
Offers supple, easy-drinking
currant, black cherry and plum notes, turning sleek and elegant. WS
|
|
|
|
| 182 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 183 |
183 |
BERINGER
VINEYARDS, "Private Reserve", Cabernet
Sauvignon 2005 |
|
$219 |
|
| 183 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 183 |
|
|
There is no doubt that the 2005
Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is the top wine in the portfolio.
Delicious notes of smoky oak, creme de cassis, espresso roast, blackberries,
and graphite are followed by a full-bodied, powerful, rich wine with undeniable
elegance and finesse as well as sweet tannins. It can be drunk now or
cellared for 15-20 years. This cuvee usually includes about 5% Cabernet Franc
in the blend. WA |
|
|
|
| 183 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 184 |
184 |
BISHOP'S
PEAK, "Talley Family Winery", Cabernet
Sauvignon 2006 |
|
$41 |
|
| 184 |
|
|
Paso Robles, California |
|
|
|
| 184 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 185 |
185 |
CARAVINA, Seavey Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 |
|
$110 |
|
| 185 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 185 |
|
|
The 2006 Caravina (96% Cabernet
Sauvignon, and 4% Petit Verdot) is also surprisingly soft for a wine from
this vintage, with melted tannins and lots of scorched earth, blackberry, and
cassis notes. With full body and a silky suppleness, it should drink well for
a decade as well. WA
|
|
|
|
| 185 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 186 |
186 |
CAYMUS,
Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 |
|
$128 |
|
| 186 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 186 |
|
|
Ripe and fleshy, with rich plum,
wild berry, spice and savory herb notes that are complex, full-bodied and
expansive on the palate, ending with firm tannins and a dash of espresso. WS |
|
|
|
| 186 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 187 |
187 |
CAYMUS,
“Special Selection”, Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 |
|
$263 |
|
| 187 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 187 |
|
|
Ripe, rich and complex, with
layers of juicy plum, blackberry, anise, coffee and wild berry. Turns supple,
with a sense of elegance and finesse. Firms up on the finish, where the
tannins fold in. WS |
|
|
|
| 187 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 188 |
188 |
CAYMUS,
“Special Selection”, Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 |
|
$263 |
|
| 188 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 188 |
|
|
Richly flavored and beautifully
crafted, with well-defined currant, cassis, blackberry and plummy Cabernet
flavors that are mouthcoating, finishing with intricate coffee, mocha and
pencil lead flavors. Big, ripe tannins are firm but polished. WS |
|
|
|
| 188 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 189 |
189 |
CHATEAU
MONTELENA, "Estate", Cabernet Sauvignon
2003 |
|
$173 |
|
| 189 |
|
|
Calistoga, Napa Valley,
California |
|
|
|
| 189 |
|
|
It exhibits an opaque
ruby/purple color along with a sweet, spicy nose of black currants, licorice,
herbs, and damp earth. Rich and concentrated, it is the most accessible, and
possibly the most elegant and French-oriented of the Cabernets produced between
2002 and 2004. WA |
|
|
|
| 189 |
|
|
CABERNET SAUVIGNON (page2) |
|
|
|
| 189 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 190 |
190 |
COVENANT, Cabernet Sauvignon, Kosher 2003 |
|
$179 |
|
| 190 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 190 |
|
|
Covenant may be the finest
kosher wine made in the United States. Fashioned from fruit grown in the
valley floor Larkin Vineyard, north of St. Helena, by former Wine Spectator
journalist Jeff Morgan in partnership with Leslie Rudd, the 2003 Cabernet
Sauvignon (550 cases of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 14 months in French oak)
is a superb effort. It boasts a dense purple color in addition to a
sumptuous, sweet bouquet of creosote, black currants, flowers, and minerals.
Opulent, layered, and rich, with serious concentratin. WA |
|
|
|
| 190 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 191 |
191 |
FORMAN
VINEYARD,
Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 |
|
$144 |
|
| 191 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 191 |
|
|
The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
(about 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, with a pretty hefty percentage of Cabernet
Franc and the rest Petit Verdot) is deep ruby/purple, beautifully
Bordeaux-like, but from a ripe year with its notes of charcoal, creme de
cassis, cedar, and spice box. It has terrific freshness, medium to full body.
WA |
|
|
|
| 191 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 192 |
192 |
HOGUE
CELLARS,
"Genesis", Cabernet
Sauvignon 2007 |
$9.50 |
$35 |
|
| 192 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 192 |
|
|
Tangy, with a peppery edge to
the modest currant and herb flavors. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and
Cabernet Franc. WS |
|
|
|
| 192 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 193 |
193 |
JORDAN
VINEYARDS, Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 |
|
$98 |
|
| 193 |
|
|
Alexander Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 193 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 194 |
194 |
KENDALL-JACKSON, "Vintner's Reserve", Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 |
|
$39 |
|
| 194 |
|
|
Sonoma 52%, Napa 32%, Mendocino
16% Counties, California |
|
|
|
| 194 |
|
|
The 2006 Vintner’s Reserve
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the finest examples of this wine I have tasted.
It exhibits good elegance as well as a spicy, berry, black currant, roasted
herb, and spicy oak-scented nose. WA |
|
|
|
| 194 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 195 |
195 |
LA SIRENA, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003 |
|
$257 |
|
| 195 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 195 |
|
|
Heidi Barrett’s 2003 Cabernet
Sauvignon (600 cases fashioned from Calistoga fruit) includes 2% Cabernet
Franc in the blend. Having put on weight since last year, it is a powerful,
dry, rich, fleshy effort boasting loads of cassis fruit intermixed with sweet
barrique smells. WA |
|
|
|
| 195 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 196 |
196 |
LEWIS CELLARS, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 |
|
$165 |
|
| 196 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 196 |
|
|
Offers wonderful complexity,
richness, depth and finesse. Full-bodied, with creamy, mocha-laced oak,
currant, mineral, tobacco and plum flavors that are bold yet elegant, focused
and polished, ending with a long, lingering finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 196 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 197 |
197 |
MARQUIS PHILIPS, Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 |
|
$35 |
|
| 197 |
|
|
South Eastern, Australia |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 197 |
|
|
CABERNET SAUVIGNON (Page3) |
|
|
|
| 197 |
|
|
|
GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 198 |
198 |
NELMS ROAD, Woodward Canyon Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 |
|
$46 |
|
| 198 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 198 |
|
|
Aromas of cigar box, cassis, and
black currant lead to a medium to full-bodied, savory, spicy wine with good
depth, excellent concentration, and a fruit-filled finish. WA |
|
|
|
| 198 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 199 |
199 |
PLUMPJACK WINERY, "Mcwilliams Oakville Vineyard", Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 |
$167 |
|
| 199 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 199 |
|
|
A beautiful inky/ruby/purple
color is followed by concentrated creme de cassis fruit intermixed with
graphite, charcoal, and spicy new oak notes. WA |
|
|
|
| 199 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 200 |
200 |
ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY, Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 |
|
$56 |
|
| 200 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 200 |
|
|
The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
possesses a dark ruby/purple color as well as a creme de cassis, spice box,
and floral-scented bouquet, and a medium to full-bodied finish. A strong
effort. WA |
|
|
|
| 200 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 201 |
201 |
ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY, "Reserve", Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 |
|
$195 |
|
| 201 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 201 |
|
|
The 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon
Reserve is evolved. A plum/ruby color is followed by aromas of toasty oak,
tobacco, black currants, smoke, and spice box. In the mouth, it is
medium-bodied, with excellent fruit on the attack, some real charm and
roundness. WA |
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| 201 |
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| 202 |
202 |
SEAVEY, Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 |
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$188 |
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| 202 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 202 |
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Revealing the vintage's burly,
masculine, and muscular side, the 2006 Seavey Cabernet is stacked and packed
with fruit, extract, and tannin. Like so many wines from Seavey, I almost
feel the style is reminiscent of a great St.-Estephe such as Montrose blended
with a Graves such as La Mission Haut-Brion...a powerful wine to be enjoyed
over the next three decades through 2043.
WA |
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| 202 |
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| 203 |
203 |
SILVER
OAK CELLARS, Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 |
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$114 |
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| 203 |
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Alexander Valley, California |
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| 203 |
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Bone dry, this wine shows the
soft, dusty tannins and herbal flavors that classically mark Alexander Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon. It has an elegant structure housing flavors of
blackberries, currants, sage, tobacco and cedar. WE |
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| 203 |
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| 204 |
204 |
SILVER OAK CELLARS, Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 |
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$181 |
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| 204 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 204 |
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Creamy, cedary dill-laced and
peppery oak is wrapped around a trim band of earthy currant, sage and pebble
notes, ending with dry tannins. WS |
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| 204 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
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| 205 |
205 |
ALLEGRINI, Palazzo Della Torre 2006 |
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$59 |
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| 205 |
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Veneto, Italy |
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| 205 |
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This is a very polished, elegant
Palazzo della Torre with pretty layers of mocha, spices and new leather that
add complexity to the fresh, vibrant fruit.
The addition of 30% dried fruit (Amarone style) adds an extra
dimension of complexity. The retro 1970's label is also quite attractive. WA |
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| 206 |
206 |
BITCH,
Grenache 2008 |
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$25 |
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| 206 |
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Barossa Valley, Australia |
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| 206 |
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Fleshy and round, with tons of
jammy strawberry and raspberry fruit, this is neither shy nor light in the
alcohol department, but it's so darn hard to bitch about the heat, when there
is so much lip-smackingly good fruit! WM |
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| 207 |
207 |
CHAPOUTIER, “La Sizeranne”, Hermitage 1998 |
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$146 |
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| 207 |
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Rhone, France |
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| 207 |
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It offers up an earthy, smoky,
sweet black currant-scented nose, followed by big, chewy, full-bodied
flavors, excellent texture, and an intriguing liquid mineral nuance to the
deep, sweet, ripe flavors. WA |
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| 208 |
208 |
CRUZ,
“Andina”, Malbec 2006 |
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$41 |
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| 208 |
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Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina |
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| 208 |
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Very grippy, with lots of
espresso- and cocoa powder-dusted grip driving the lush blueberry and plum
fruit, fig sauce and linzer torte flavors. Dense but driven, with the grip
moving authoritatively through the muscular finish. WA |
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| 209 |
209 |
DRY CREEK VINEYARD, "The Mariner" 2004 |
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$83 |
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| 209 |
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Dry Creek Valley, California |
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| 209 |
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This is tight, showing cedary
oak, currant, sage and mineral notes that are full-bodied, with drying oak
flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc.
WS |
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| 210 |
210 |
METTLER FAMILY VINEYARDS, Petite Sirah 2004 |
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$48 |
|
| 210 |
|
|
Lodi, California |
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| 210 |
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Shows off a dark, inky color and
lifted blueberry and exotic spice aromas. A lively medley of plum and dark
berry flavors are framed by a whisper of mocha oak. Deliciously fruity, ripe
and complex with well-integrated tannins that turn polished and supple on the
ample finish. WM |
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| 211 |
211 |
MUGA,
“Seleccion Especial”, Rioja, 2003 |
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$91 |
|
| 211 |
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Spain |
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| 211 |
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Licorice, mineral and game notes
accent a core of black cherry fruit in this slightly rustic red. The tannins
are rather tough, but there's a bright, spicy finish. WS |
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| 212 |
212 |
ROCCOLO GRASSI, “Superiore”, Valpolicella 2005 |
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$84 |
|
| 212 |
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Italy |
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| 212 |
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The 2005 Valpolicella Superiore
blossoms onto the palate with layers of sweet, perfumed fruit, showing
notable clarity and plenty of style. The wine's beguiling aromatics and
soft-textured personality make for a highly pleasing glass of wine. WA |
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| 213 |
213 |
RUSDEN,
“Christine’s Vineyard”, Grenache 2001 |
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$110 |
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| 213 |
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Barossa, South Australia |
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| 213 |
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Possesses muted aromatics, but
Grenache’s tell-tale lush kirsch/raspberry fruit is readily apparent. As the
wine sits in the glass, a personality reminiscent of an old style Rayas
(pre-Emmanuel Reynaud) emerges. WA |
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| 213 |
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| 213 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
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| 214 |
214 |
OPUS ONE, Blended Red Wine 1994 |
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$475 |
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| 214 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 214 |
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Possesses a dark ruby/purple
color, followed by a generous, complex nose of lead pencil, toasty oak,
violets, and black currants. In the mouth, there is a beautiful texture,
soft, generous, low acid, full-bodied richness, and a stunningly
proportioned, rich, intense finish. WA |
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| 215 |
215 |
OPUS ONE, Blended Red Wine 1998 |
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$310 |
|
| 215 |
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Napa Valley, California |
|
|
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| 215 |
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Elegant, polished, supple and
complex, with pretty currant, cedar, anise, sage and tar notes. WS |
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| 216 |
216 |
OPUS ONE, Blended Red Wine 1999 |
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$390 |
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| 216 |
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Napa Valley, California |
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| 216 |
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Exhibits a distinct earthiness
as well as a sweaty saddle-like characteristic. It builds nicely on the
attack and mid-palate, but finishes short, displaying hints of herbs,
chocolate, and black currants. WA |
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| 217 |
217 |
OPUS ONE, Blended Red Wine 2001 |
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$325 |
|
| 217 |
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Napa Valley, California |
|
|
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| 217 |
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It boasts a dark plum/ruby color
as well as a clean (brett free), elegant, restrained nose of plums, black
currants, and anise. Medium-bodied with dry, hard tannin and a short finish,
it is a pleasant, Bordeaux-styled red. WA |
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| 218 |
218 |
OPUS ONE, Blended Red Wine 2002 |
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$350 |
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| 218 |
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Napa Valley, California |
|
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| 218 |
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A dense ruby/purple color as
well as an attractive bouquet of damp earth, cassis, licorice, and spice box.
Medium-bodied with noticeable, but supple tannin, excellent purity, and a
moderately long finish, it is excellent. WA |
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| 219 |
219 |
SWANSON VINEYARDS, “Alexis”, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc, Syrah 2003 |
$117 |
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| 219 |
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Oakville, Napa Valley,
Caklifornia |
|
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| 219 |
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Tight and austere, with a mix of
pebble, currant, spice, anise and herbal notes that are compact and firm on
the finish. WS |
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| 220 |
220 |
TERRAZAS, “Alto”, Malbec 2006 |
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$25 |
|
| 220 |
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Mendoza, Argentina |
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| 221 |
221 |
VIADER,
51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% Cabernet Franc 2002 |
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$208 |
|
| 221 |
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Napa Valley, California |
|
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| 221 |
|
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Floral grapey aromas fold in
with new leather and currant flavors in a sleek, rich, concentrated style
that's very Bordeaux-like in its balance and restraint, showing black cherry,
herb and tar notes on a long, persistent finish. WS |
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| 222 |
222 |
VIETTI,
"Tre Vigne", Barbera D'Asti 2005 |
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$36 |
|
| 222 |
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|
It offers greater complexity in
its sweet dark fruit, with a persistent note of minerality that gives the
wine length and a clean, refreshing finish. Best of all, this Barbera is one
of the great values in Piedmont wines today. WA |
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| 223 |
223 |
ZENATO,
Amarone 2004 |
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$122 |
|
| 223 |
|
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Valpolicella, Italy |
|
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| 223 |
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Displays crushed currant and
grilled meat character. Full- to medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a
tight, tasty mineral finish. Big and juicy, with lots of jammy fruit. WS |
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| 223 |
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| 223 |
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Winner of the “Fuzzy Paw” Award |
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| 223 |
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SAUVIGNON BLANC |
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| 223 |
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
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| 224 |
224 |
DUCKHORN VINEYARDS, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
|
$54 |
|
| 224 |
|
|
Napa Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 225 |
225 |
HORSE HEAVEN VINEYARD, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
|
$33 |
|
| 225 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 225 |
|
|
Bright and vibrant, playing
grapefruit and lime against pretty floral and mint notes, lingering
teasingly. WS |
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|
| 226 |
226 |
MONKEY BAY, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 |
|
$24 |
|
| 226 |
|
|
Marlborough, New Zealand |
|
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|
| 226 |
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|
Relatively soft and generous,
offering pear and herb flavors, plus a moderate dose of grapefruit as the
finish hovers nicely. WS |
|
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|
| 226 |
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| 226 |
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CHARDONNAY |
|
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| 227 |
227 |
3 BLIND MOOSE, Chardonnay 2005 |
|
$25 |
|
| 227 |
|
|
California |
|
|
|
| 228 |
228 |
BEARBOAT, Chardonnay 2002 |
|
$40 |
|
| 228 |
|
|
Russian River Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 229 |
229 |
DUCK POND CELLARS, “Desert Wind Vineyard”, Chardonnay 2006 |
|
$26 |
|
| 229 |
|
|
Columbia Valley, Washington |
|
|
|
| 229 |
|
|
Smooth in texture, with a lively
feel to the grapefruit and pear flavors, lingering on the crisp, spicy
finish. WS |
|
|
|
| 230 |
230 |
FOXEN,
“Tinquaic Vineyard”, Dry Formed, Chardonnay 2006 |
|
$43 |
|
| 230 |
|
|
Santa Maria Valley, California |
|
|
|
| 230 |
|
|
Fresh, with snappy
Sauvignon-like herb, citrus, green apple and grapefruit flavors that are
refreshing. WS |
|
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|
| 231 |
231 |
GOAT DOOR, Goats do Roam Wine Company, Chardonnay 2006 |
|
$27 |
|
| 231 |
|
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Paarl, South Africa |
|
|
|
| 231 |
|
|
Clean-cut melon and pear
flavors, with a round, fresh finish. Nice unadorned style. WS |
|
|
|
| 232 |
232 |
HAWK CREST, Chardonnay 2006 |
|
$27 |
|
| 232 |
|
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California |
|
|
|
| 233 |
233 |
NIGHT OWL WINES, San Bernabe Vineyard,
Chardonnay 2004 |
|
$27 |
|
| 233 |
|
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Monterey County, California |
|
|
|
| 234 |
234 |
SMOKING LOON, Chardonnay 2007 |
|
$26 |
|
| 234 |
|
|
California |
|
|
|
| 234 |
|
|
Complex and balanced, with smoky
cedar, pear and green apple flavors that have a floral nutmeg scent. WS |
|
|
|
| 235 |
235 |
WOLFF VINEYARD, Mount Eden Vineyards, Edna Valley, California 2007 |
|
$40 |
|
| 235 |
|
|
Ripe and floral, with fleshy
peach, nectarine, melon and spice. Full-bodied, focused and elegant, with a
long, persistent finish that emphasizes the ripe fruitiness. WS |
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| 235 |
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| 235 |
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| 235 |
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BLENDED AND OTHER WHITE WINES |
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|
|
| 235 |
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|
|
|
|
|
| 235 |
|
|
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GLASS |
BOTTLE |
|
| 235 |
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|
| 236 |
236 |
BUG JUICE, Moscato D’asti 2003 |
|
$44 |
|
| 236 |
|
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Italy |
|
|
|
| 236 |
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| 237 |
237 |
BUTTERFLY, Weingut Zilliken, Riesling 2007 |
|
$47 |
|
| 237 |
|
|
Mosel, Germany |
|
|
|
| 237 |
|
|
The latest installment of Hanno
Zilliken’s “brand” (dry tasting, though by no means analytically dry) the
2007 Riesling Butterfly broadcasts aromas of peach, cherry, lemon and wet
stone. Generously stuffed with orchard fruits on the palate (despite the wine’s
modest alcohol) this also displays an imposing depth of saline and wet stone
mineral manifestations. While meant to be enjoyed over the coming 9 months,
this will keep for a couple of years with no problem. WA |
|
|
|
| 237 |
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|
|
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|
| 238 |
238 |
CHATEAU LA PAWS, Rosenblum Cellars, Côte Du Bone Blanc, 2004 |
|
$32 |
|
| 238 |
|
|
California |
|
|
|
| 238 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 239 |
239 |
ELK COVE VINEYARDS, Pinot Gris 2006 |
|
$34 |
|
| 239 |
|
|
Willamette Valley, Oregon |
|
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