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Barnett Chardonnay Sangiacomo Vineyard

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay, Carneros, 2005
Harvest Date: October 6th , 9th and 21st, 2005
Grape Source Vella, El Novillero, Southern Sonoma & Bates Blocks
Sangiacomo Vineyard, Sonoma-Carneros
Blend: 100% Chardonnay {33% Dijon 95, 33% Wente Clone & 34% Dijon 76}
Yeast: CY307...

Heitz Napa Valley Chardonnay

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Tasting Notes
The 2005 Napa Valley Chardonnay is a sleek, yet rich wine that arrives wrapped in aromas of pear and green apple with a slight note of vanilla.
This delicious wine moves smoothly and confidently onto the palate delivering a well-balanced citrusy flavor with just a light touch of ...

Justin Mouvedre Rose

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Vintage Summary
The 2005 vintage began with heavily moisturized soils as the result of an extremely wet winter. Early spring remained cool and wet, providing vines with all the water necessary to promote a strong, well developed canopy. Concerns of a late harvest ceased as July temperatures linge...

Heidsieck Monopole Nv Brut Blue Top

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

From the famous Champagne region of France (only wines made in Champagne can really be called Champagne) one of the world's foremost champagne houses has produced a limited run of its popular Blue Top non-vintage bubbly -- Heidsieck & Co. Monopole -- the official champagne aboard the ill-fated Titan...

Ch D'Yquem

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Pale gold with a slightly greener tinge than most young Yquem. Very fresh, long and deep-flavoured this wine has that ingredient X that Yquem always seems to manage, but this is certainly not one of the sweetest or most intense Yquems. It is certainly greater than any other 2002 sweet white bordeaux...

Fusee White Zinfandel

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Winemaker's Comments
Strawberry red color. Elegant honeysuckle/violet aromas with lychee and lemon zest. The palate is pleasantly sweet with rose petal, cherry cola, raspberry, melon and sweet lemon-lime pie flavors.
Serving Suggestions
Great for picnics, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches...

Aquinas Napa Valley Merlot

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Medium plum color, very intense aromas of blackberry, cocoa and cranberry. The palate opens with white pepper, cassis and rich black cherry notes. The long finish is supple with lingering boysenberry and wild strawberry flavors. This is a big Merlot and a natural accompaniment to prime rib with sage...

Dominus Napanook

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Napanook, a historic vineyard that dates back to 1836, is located at the foot of the Mayacamas Mountains in Yountville, Napa Valley.
The Napanook wine is blended from blocks in the vineyard that were carefully selected for their lively fruit, soft tannins and early maturing characteristics.
Th...

Norma Jeane Merlot

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Vintage 2005
Vineyard: Tallerico Vineyard,
French Camp California
Winery Site: Oakville, Napa Valley
Approximate Blend:
80% Merlot, 20% Syrah
Before Marilyn, before Hollywood, there
was Norma Jeane. Everyone who worked
with her knew she was destined to
become a star�
Th...

Baileyana Chardonnay Grand Firepeak Cuvee

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

This wonderful union of winemaking and viticulture brings a Chardonnay of tremendous concentration. Bright flavors of pear, pineapple, and citrus marry with a nuance of minerality. Our first unfiltered effort has given us a wine that is intense and full with classic cool climate characteristics.
...

Kunin Pape Star (Rhone Blend)

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

A blend of 65% Grenache, 20% mourvedre and 15% syrah) Bright ruby-red. Rather wild, highly nuanced nose combines leather, cherry liqueur, tree bark and sandalwood. Sweet, lush and liqueur-like; this has the velvety texture and peppery, spicy character of a top-notched Vacqueyras. Creamy-sweet but...

Consilience Grenache

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Considering this is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world, Grenache still represents a pretty small slice of the pie here in the U.S., and it has come a long way from the days of the odd shaped bottle in a net that was refreshingly served with 7-Up back in the 80's. A native g...

Peachy Canyon Zinfandel Incredible Red

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Winemaker's Notes:
Even though the Incredible Red has grown in production, I still make it with the same ideas and style as our smaller Zinfandel lots. The 2005 vintage is very exciting and youthful. This wine has a medium body with the same light tannins. The visual presence is a beautiful cris...

J. Lohr Sauvignon Blanc Carol's Vineyard

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

2005 J. Lohr Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

The vintage of 2005 can be characterized by one word � �refreshing.� Refreshing in that we had normal rainfall after two years of drought, and warm weather without heat storms at the end of the vintage, creating a frenzied dash to harvest � a yea...

Anderson's Conn Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2003

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

COLOR: Dark ruby red.
AROMA: Wonderful aromas of perfume, rich currants with hints of mocha, oak, blackberries and chocolate.
TASTE: Full body, round middle with rich chocolate and rich cherries. Sweet tannins, long thick finish and aftertaste. Ready to drink now, but a great cellar choice for...

Nickel & Nickel Syrah Darien Russian River 2005

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

This wine is very characteristic of the Dyer Vineyard with a bouquet of rose petal,
violets, wild berries and spice. The blackberry fruit is more pronounced in this vintage
with the gamey meatiness of the varietal adding layers. This wine has a lot going on and
the medley of fruit, pepper, ...

Michael-David Winery Earthquake Syrah

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Earthquake Syrah
Savage Syrah, the volitile Rhone,
Yielding to no one, solid as stone
Rampant destruction, so readily released,
Audacious and proud, this hostile beast.
Harboring rage, so easily displayed,
Savage Syrah and the Red Rhone Brigade.
Yearning to conquer, ready to rul...

Mumm Reserve Brut

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

The combination of Pinot Noir (48%), Chardonnay (45%), Pinot Gris (5%) and Pinot Meunier (2%) creates a full-bodied wine that will probably improve with age. Cherry, peach, and fig flavors blend with honeysuckle and roasted nuts to create a creamy texture with a nutty finish. Enjoy this wine alongsi...

Jacob's Creek Shiraz

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

2004 Shiraz
Good rainfall in winter and early spring resulted in healthy canopy development, and the warm temperatures that followed brought about early budburst. The Frost that occurred in late September only caused mild damage to Shiraz vines in most regions.
The warmer than average summer...

Rex Goliath Pinot Grigio 2004

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

This wine expresses lovely aromatics of pear and honeydew. Bright, juicy flavors of citrus and apples that lead to a sweet mineral core. The finish is soft and lingering; thanks to a balanced acidity that carries the fruit well into the back of the palate. Yum. I can think of a number of foods that ...

Eos Moscato Tears Of Dew Lh 2005

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Winemaker Comments
Consistently recognized for its outstanding quality, the previous 2004
vintage offering of this wine was awarded a Best of Class of Region Gold
Medal at the 2006 California State Fair Wine Competition, and Wine
Enthusiast Magazine commented eloquently on our 2003 vinta...

Burgess Cellars Enveire 1999 (Red Blend)

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

A classic Meritage in style and substance, it is truly a �handcrafted� blend of the finest Cabernet grapes. We also grow and blend a portion of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Melbec and Petit Verdot in keeping with the traditional style. These grapes best demonstrate the concentration of mountain grown fru...

Judd's Hill Winery Petite Sirah 2003

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

For some years, the owners of Judd's Hill have been friends with the Cranston Brothers, who own and farm about 400 acres of grapes in Acampo, just north of Lodi. They grow mostly Cabernet and Zinfandel, but there is also a 45-year old block of Petite Sirah on the banks of the Mokolemne River that ha...

Sandeman Tawny Port

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Selected from the lighter wines of each year, these Porto are chosen for ageing in small oak casks to develop their style. Sandeman�s Tawny Porto has the fruit and style of great Porto, but with an added finesse. Pale in colour and light in body this Port is superb as a chilled aperitif, or accompan...

St.Supery Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Cabernet Sauivignon is a dense wine loaded with rich plum, black cherry and briar. There is a slight hint of rose pedal that is very seductive. On the palate bright cherry, cassis, currant and a touch of tobacco are mixed together to form a wonderful flavors that last and last. The fine tannins and ...

Rosemount Estate Chardonnay 2005

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Chardonnay is one of the world's most popular quality grape varieties. It
is a vigorous variety that adapts well to a wide range of soils and climatically,
it is
well suited to the excellent conditions of the Australian climate, where the
variety has become known for producing disti...

Lindemans Bin 40 Merlot 2004

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

The generous flavours and contemporary, easy-drinking style of LINDEMANS� Bin 40 Merlot combines easily with food and most social occasions to deliver maximum enjoyment from the first glass to the last. Lindemans wines promise more than the partnering of quality grapes and
craftsmanship. Every wi...

Martini & Rossi Asti Spumante

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

This Asti is a fruity sparkling wine made from the finest Moscato Bianco grapes grown in the heart of the prestigious Italian D.O.G.C. area. This sparkling wine is a great partner to fruity desserts, pastry and ice cream...

Schloss Vollrads Riesling Oba 2004

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

The Riesling grape produces wines that are elegant and complex with
sensational aromatic subtlety and variety. The wines embody a perfect
interplay of fine, but firm acidity with natural sweetness. This example
gives us a lovely fruit blossom and musk aromas.
Vineyard
For almost 1000 ...

Firestone Gewurztraminer Estate 2005

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Winemaker�s Tasting Notes
Our 2005 Gewnrztraminer comes from our estate vineyards in Santa Ynez Valley, where coastal breezes lengthen the growing season and nurture the varietal's distinctive qualities. The 2005 vintage begins with pretty aromas of Mandarin orange, litchi and rose petal. A mediu...

Black Box Merlot California 2003

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

California Merlot
Gold Medal Winner - 2006 Los Angeles County Fair
Awarded "Best Buy" by Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Our 2003 wine blends Merlot grapes from California's finest regions which combine to make a blend brimming with redberry fruit, soft tannins and a smooth, concentrated finish...

De Loach Vineyards Russian River Chardonnay 2004

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:15 GMT

Our 2004 Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a blend of several premium vineyards located within three miles of the winery in the heart of the Russian River Valley. Carefully tended vines yield fruit of exemplary quality; it is a pure expression of Russian River Valley terroir.
The juice was ferm...