Grgich Hills Chardonnay Napa Valley 2009
This is the first vintage that Grgich Hills Chardonnay vineyards were certified organic and Biodynamic. Beautifully balanced between acid, flavors and body, this Chardonnay displays notes of lemon zest, flowers and honey with a hint of crushed stones. Let the wine’s elegance shine by matching it with simple preparations of baked...
Outpost Vineyards Petit Sirah Howell Mountain 2005
Color should never be a problem with Petite Sirah, and this wine is no exception. It is a deep, saturated dark red/black bruiser with a nose of seared beef, wet river stones and blackberries. The tannins are sweet revealing notes of graphite, smoke, blueberries and cassis. Made from two blocks on...
Wind Gap Syrah Sonoma Coast 2009
The forward black cherry and plum aromas and flavors typical of the Alexander Valley are combined with the unique cedar and sage aromas and firm tannins of our Bismark Mountain Vineyard to create this Estate Cabernet. Balance and complexity are the hallmarks of this Cab from veteran producer Hanna. It’s deep and long in spicy, oaky blackberry and cherry fruit, while the structure is defined by soft tannins and good acids. Delicious now, and should hold for a decade. — S.H. (12/15/2007) - Rated 90, Wine Enthusiast
Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Dark ruby in color, the aromas of dark fruit like black cherry, currant, plum and blackberry exude with hints of rose petals and dried cranberries. The pleasant integration of oak and fruit describe a bouquet of aromatic cedar, clove, cinnamon and dark chocolate. Great mouth feel and balance; black cherry, blackberry...
Produced only in select years, the Winemaker's Handprint is what all Merlots strive to be. It has deep, dark color, and its full-blown cherry nose is surrounded by toasty French oak. On the palate you'll find sweet fruit of cherry and plum, with hints of leather, cola and vanilla. And the...
Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2009
Long known for the quality of its Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley continues its reign at the top echelon of the world’s wine growing areas for this renowned grape. In Flora Springs Napa Valley Cabernet, they always look to create a consistent style that avoids the vagaries occurring from vintage to vintage...
La Crema Pinot Noir Russian River 2010
Our goal is to truly capture the Russian River terroir in the glass. The 2007 Pinot Noir offers aromas of dark plum and black cherry, with hints of rose petal and orange peel. Hedonistic in flavors...brooding black cherry, cocoa and spice...plush texture, with broad tannins and a lingering, juicy fruit finish. - Melissa Stackhouse, La Crema Winemaker
Rombauer Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Rombauer Vineyards' Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of violets, black currant, cherry, chocolate and cloves. This delicious wine has rich, ripe, plush flavors of blackberry, currant, plum and wild berry backed with hints of spice. The fruit is nicely balanced with firm tannins. There is a burst of flavor that...
Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay Les Pierres 2005
WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES Les Pierres has some mystery and intrigue. It hints at rich, complex layers of depth but is not obvious and forward. Deeply aromatic and enticing, the wine exhibits aromas of orange blossoms, lime zest and minerals with subtle notes of sweet oak. Earthy, mineral highlights are pronounced in the mouth, complemented by citrus and green apple fruit, balanced by understated smoky notes. Elegant and delicate, the 1999 Les Pierres unfolds with more and more complexity, with a bright finish of berry sorbet and hints of caramel and crème brûlée. -Terry Ernest Adams
Broadley Pinot Noir Reserve 2009
Broadley Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir (known in previous vintages as their Reserve wine) represents the character of their grapes, soil, and climate—these are the wines that reflect the unique terroir of their vineyard as a whole. Only their own estate grapes go into the final Estate blend. They destem this fruit...
56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 11% Petite Verdot, 10% Merlot, 8% Malbec The 2009 Artistry boasts aromas of toasted hazelnuts and clove. Boysenberries, currants, and bing cherries saturate the palate. Well-structured tannins round out this vintage with a beautiful, tobacco and spice finish. Grapes are hand sorted, gently crushed, and...
The wine opens with tropical fruit and honeysuckle aromas. Luxurious flavors of crème brulee and even a hint of butter are framed by notes of fine oak and the lively acidity of citrus zest. The mouth-feel is full and lush and brings all the wine's elements through to a long, persistent...
Sourced from Sonoma Coast Vineyards including select lots from Flowers' Estate Vineyards high above the True Sonoma Coast. Fruit was rigorously hand sorted and fully de-stemmed with no crushing. Moderate cold soaks (4-5 days), warm fermentations (85-90° F), and minimal punchdowns (twice a day or less) were done this year in...
Cuvaison Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
A dark concentrated wine that is both elegant and polished, with aromas of black cherry, lavender, mocha, licorice, cola and allspice. Good structure on the palate with integrated flavors of bright fruits, rosehips and hints of coffee.
