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| Albarino |
| Morgadio Baixas White | Spain | 2006 | $20.99 |
| Bright straw. High-pitched citrus, quince and mineral aromas offer superb precision and energy. Brisk lemon, pear, quince and quinine flavors display excellent clarity, filling out with air and picking up a riper tangerine quality. Really saturates the palate but maintains superb focus, finishing on a lip-smacking note of lime zest, with outstanding persistence. 90 points Tanzer. |
| Alto Moncayo |
| Campo De Borja | Spain | 2004 | $42.99 |
| The estate's mid-level effort is the fairly priced Alto Moncayo. This wine is spectacular, and represents the perfect foil for grilled steak. Even richer, fuller, and more muscular than the 2003, with riveting intensity and palate staining extract, the 2004 Alto Moncayo is inky/purple, full-bodied, and rich. This pedal-to-the-metal offering should age handsomely for a decade. 94 points Parker. |
| Amarone |
| Zonin | Italy | 2004 | $46.99 |
| This wine is majestic and velvety, with richly fruity dried grape tones - 90 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Barolo |
| Pio Ces | Italy | 2002 | $41.99 |
| The color is an intense glossy garnet, with orange reflections. The bouquet is ethereal, with hints of violets, blackberry jam, licorice and cloves. The palate is dry and austere, with a lingering hint of almonds. |
| Bordeaux |
| Chateau Barreyres Haut Medoc | France | 2005 | $21.99 |
| A complex wine with plenty of character and style, close to Margaux. |
| Brunello |
| Col Dor | Italy | 2001 | $47.99 |
| A full and still slightly tannic structure is incorporated in a rich and pulpy body, promising a remarkable aging potential. An enveloping harmony leads into a warm and long aftertaste. 89 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| White Burgundy |
| Bachelier Chablis | France | 2005 | $18.99 |
| This wine has a bright citrus and apples nose with a gleaming minerality and a strong acid finish. |
| Sylvain Dussort Meursault | France | 2004 | $36.99 |
| This wine is big, ripe fruit with tons of body and lively acidity. |
| Miolane St. Aubin | France | 2005 | $22.99 |
| Peaches and fresh stone fruit complimented by a touch of oak. |
| Red Burgundy |
| Boulev Bourgogne | France | 2005 | $19.99 |
| Tart cherry and strawberry with a touch of earthiness and strong acidity. |
| Chambolle Musigny | France | 2005 | $42.99 |
| Soft and velvety with structured tannins and layers of fruit. |
| Les Corvee | France | 2005 | $32.99 |
| Medium to light tannins with fresh strawberries and earthy undertones. |
| Vosne Romanee Domain Grivot | France | 2002 | $47.99 |
| Pinot Noir at its best. A powerful wine with plenty of spice, dense. |
| Cabernet Franc |
| Siskey Las Carneros | California | 2004 | $39.99 |
| This Cabernet Franc does not shirk its heritage. Its core, just shy of opaque, gleams with a rich, deep-ruby hue. All of the hallmarks of a well-grown Cabernet Franc show themselves in this wine. It has a fragrance reminiscent of a bramble thicket full of ripe raspberries and blackberries. It flaunts its rich perfume of sweet fruit and dried aromatic herbs. Its flavors ally with its aromatics by contributing layers of complexity with hints of sweet spice, licorice, pepper and cocoa. |
| Raats | South Africa | 2006 | $27.99 |
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| Barboursville Cabernet France Reserve | Virginia | 2005 | $22.99 |
| Barboursville grows the most diversified array of Cabernet Franc clones in the region - 4 from Bordeaux, 1 from the Loire - which offers a wine-making palate of matchless permutation and subtlety. This produces intense, effusively luscious flavors of ripe red berries with caramelized notes of fig, cherry, and plum, elegantly woven together. This wine is long-finishing and tannically vivid, yet has a remarkably soft palate. |
| Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Elderton Barossa Valley | Australia | 2003 | $24.99 |
| Very rich and full bodied, with plush tannins wrapped around a core of earthy blackberry, toasty vanillin oak and rich dark chocolate. Well focused and should drink well for a long time. |
| Pirramimma Mclaren Vale | Australia | 2003 | $25.99 |
| Made from some of the oldest vines in McLaren Vale, the intensity of this Cabernet Sauvignon is quite amazing. Matured in American oak for two years, this wine is dark red in color, and has a subtle black currant nose. The palate is rich, rounded and full of ripe Cabernet fruit. A complex wine with outstanding length, depth and a firm but smooth tannin finish. This wine has the structure and breeding to continue to develop for many years with appropriate cellaring. |
| Arrowood | California | 2002 | $43.99 |
| This wine is a mouthful of Cabernet Sauvignon — a big, bold California Cabernet — a stellar production! Cedar, cassis, cherry and cigar box with nuances of saddle leather rise out of the glass, tantalizing your senses. |
| Beau Vigne Juliet | California | 2005 | $46.99 |
| This winery is located on a mountainside high above Stag’s Leap Ridge in Napa. The “Juliet” is made from 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec. This wine’s not strictly a single vineyard selection, though all the Cabernet is selected from the property’s Gabriella Juliet ranch. “The intention is to make a softer wine, drinkable up front,” Ed Snider says. He is quick to give credit to winemaker Dave Phinney who learned his Cab craft at Whitehall Lane and Opus One. Only 470 cases of this wine! |
| Burgess Sauvignon | California | 2003 | $30.99 |
| Its enticing nose has sweet cassis, cigar box and creamy vanilla; the palate follows with black cherry and hints of tar, chocolate and vanilla. There is good richness and depth here, and also a cedary herbaceousness, nervy acidity and a dried-cherry note on the finish that make it great with food. |
| Cakebread | California | 2004 | $76.99 |
| Intense melon and citrus fruit aromas with delicate floral and herbal notes and a slight touch of oak are confirmed on this wine's vibrantly fruity palate, which shows a refined acidity balanced by a crisp texture. |
| Clos Pegase | California | 2003 | $34.99 |
| Flush with black cherry, cassis, mocha, chocolate and dried flowers wedded to silky, mouthcoating tannins, this Cabernet is indeed an expression of the best that Napa Valley has to offer. 92 Wine Spectator. |
| Duckhorn | California | 2004 | $62.99 |
| Rich and concentrated, with a tight, plush mix of currant, fresh earth, herb, anise and mocha, all tightly focused, deep and complex. Ends with a long, pure finish that keeps the fruit and oak at the center. 90 points Wine Spectator. |
| Etude | California | 2004 | $88.99 |
| The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon is even more forward than the 2003, with a plump, heady, corpulent mouthfeel and loads of cassis, licorice, and pain grille notes and a hint of graphite. Deep, full-bodied, chewy, and supple-textured, this wine should drink well for 14 or so years. 91 points, Wine Advocate. |
| Frogs Leap | California | 2005 | $45.99 |
| Crafted in the most traditional and natural ways, Frog's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 delivers a soft texture, ripe fruit and a deep connection to its soils — all with an alcohol level below 14%. Aromas of currant and blackberry combine with a warm spice tone right out of the glass. Flavors of dried black fruits pick up on the palate with added, subtle touches of cedar, leather and a hint of black olive. The wine’s resolved tannins and integrated oak allow for a mouth-feel that is soft yet lean with a long finish that is carried by the bright, natural acid of the fruit. |
| Jordan | California | 2003 | $54.99 |
| The 2003 Cabernet is very rich in texture with opulent flavors, a restrained framework of oak and a lingering finish of subtle earth, cigar tobacco and cedar. |
| Robert Craig Affinity | California | 2004 | $45.99 |
| Heady perfume of ripe black cherry and currant, with black tea, spice and violet notes. Bright and abundant dark fruit and black currant liqueur are intertwined with sweet spice box, licorice and violets. Opulent black cherry drives the lively, long-lived finish. A rich, multi-layered Cabernet that balances power with finesse. |
| Silver Oak | California | 2003 | $64.99 |
| An elegant, highly expressive wine that displays great complexity due to the multifaceted climatic conditions of the harvest season. This wine is dark ruby with a purple to red edge. It displays bright aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate, black tea, allspice and ginger. In the mouth, it has a fullbodied attack, a round, balanced mid-palate redolent of cherry preserves, brown sugar and caramel and an extremely long finish of savory ripe fruit. |
| Simi | California | 2004 | $23.99 |
| Blackberry and cherry flavors are accented with cocoa and spice, giving layers and depth to the wine. Concentrated on the palate with ripe tannins that give full and lasting intensity. 86 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Stags Leap Fay | California | 2004 | $83.99 |
| A beautiful perfume of violets, dark cherry, and licorice introduce the 2004 FAY Cabernet Sauvignon and lead the way to luscious flavors of plum, chocolate, and candied ginger, with savory notes of sandalwood and tobacco. Soft, juicy tannins and a silky-smooth mouth feel are a hallmark of this wine, rewarding those who enjoy it in its youth as well as those who will enjoy it after many years in the cellar. |
| Don Melchor Private Reserve | Chili | 2005 | $76.99 |
| This is still very tight, but the tannins that lead the way now are sleek and refined, and should easily meld into the huge core of roasted chestnut, black currant paste, warm fig and tar. Has a long, coffee- and loam-tinged finish. Expressive and complex chocolate, black cherry and ripe plum notes mingle in a pot of coffee and cassis. Red fruit features in a dense, full-bodied wine whose fine, ripe tannins extend the concentration and lead into a big, long and juicy finish. Best from 2009 through 2019. 96 points Wine Spectator. |
| Ernie Els Rust | South Africa | 2004 | $93.99 |
| A subdued, classic spice nose leads to this impressive Bordeaux blend from powerhouse producer Ernie Els. The wine is structured but soft, vibrant but restrained--in short, an exceptional balance of leathery spice, plum and blackberry juiciness and delicate minerality. Very pretty but with a backbone, this wine can age for added elegance. 94 points Wine Spectator. |
| Rustenberg John X Merriman | South Africa | 2004 | $29.99 |
| This is a great vintage following the excellent 2003. There is more restraint in this vintage and the wine is very complex all around. This wine possesses the typical Rustenberg aromas of cellar spices, dark cherries. The palate is richly layered with fruit tannin and well-balanced. 46% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 9% Petit Verdot. |
| Thelema | South Africa | 2004 | $39.99 |
| Excellent backbone and structure, full of concentrated black currant, blackberry and dusty mocha aromas and flavors. Hints of "Thelemaesque" mint and eucalyptus notes, firm tannins and an epic finish. |
| Woodward Canyon | Washington | 2003 | $41.99 |
| This wine has a beautiful nose of spicy oak and cedar integrated with ripe black fruits and cherry. A firm rich mouth feel begins with cassis and black berry leading towards chocolate and mocha. The finish is generous and long, yet there is still restraint. While this wine can be enjoyed now it will definitely benefit from additional cellaring and, with proper storage, should develop for ten years or more.. |
| Can Feixes |
| Penedes Blanc | Spain | 2006 | $16.99 |
| Green-gold. Mineral-accented lime, quince and white peach aromas display a refreshing dusty quality. Crisp, sharply focused and wonderfully pure, with vivid citrus and orchard fruit flavors braced by energetic minerality. Reminds me of a top-notch Muscadet on the impressively long, spicy finish. I love this style. 90 points Tanzer. |
| Champagne/Sparkling |
| GL Ferrer Brut | California | nv | $19.99 |
| Bubbly, smooth, rich and creamy, with layers of black cherry, vanilla, ginger and a hint of lemon drop. This Wine finishes with a long, refreshing aftertaste with mineral and fruit. 90 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Canard Duchêne Vintage | France | 1999 | $41.99 |
| Produced exclusively from the 1999 harvest, the long ageing of this cuvée brings out a great wealth of flavors and a generous, complex structure. Offering aromas of cooked fruit, cinnamon and butter. This champagne is elegant and refined, with a good balance between power and freshness. |
| Clicquot Brut Gold Label | France | 1998 | $54.99 |
| Clicquot's signature non-vintage Brut is loved all over the world for its crisp, full flavors, consistent quality and celebratory yellow label. This classical dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance. It has a fine persistent sparkle and golden Champagne color. 90 points Wine and Spirit. |
| Deutz Brut Champagne | France | nv | $41.99 |
| Though it has mature, slightly toasty aromas, this wine also has great flavors of grapefruit, some lemon peel and a vibrant white fruit character. It is dry, with the clean, fresh acidity going right through to the finish. 92 pts Wine News, 93 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Dom Perignon | France | 1999 | $159.99 |
| This 1999 champagne is full of life, with a fresh nose that dances through a spiral of aromas, blending hints of angelica, dried flowers, pineapple, coconut, cinnamon, cocoa and tobacco. With a fullness in the mouth, its earthy, smoky, pearly complexity rises to the surface, underscored by the vibrant warmth of peppery spice. This sensation, almost unsettling, is even more pronounced in the finish. 96 points, Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) |
| Domaine Chevrot Cremant | France | nv | $18.99 |
| A methode Champenoise made from traditional Burgundian varieties (80% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay, 10% Aligoté) give this Cremant a lively freshness with surprisingly complex aromas. As an aperitif the light bubbles and the chestnut, lemon and strawberry flavors will help you celebrate a special occasion or have with a dessert such as a red fruit bavarois. |
| Fourny & Fils | France | nv | $34.99 |
| Unique know-how of the Veuve Fourny House: a blend of hand-picked Pinot Noir and Chardonnay Premier Cru from Vertus. Kept in small oak casks, the reserve wines enhance the complexity of this exceptional cuvée. A fresh and fruity Champagne, a perfect balance of liveliness and freshness. A great tasting moment. |
| Henroit Brut Souverain | France | nv | $36.99 |
| The color is yellow gold. The bubbles are sexy, smoky orchard and pit fruit aromas offer a deep, leesy character and a whiff of dried flowers. Very complex for a nonvintage brut bottling, showing ripe apple, pear and peach flavors, serious depth and a chewy texture. The smoky leesy character echoes through the long, sappy finish. 91 points Tanzer. |
| Moet White Star Champagne .375 | France | nv | $27.99 |
| A balanced blend of the three vine varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier) reveals a harmonious succession of sensations, a soft maturity, elegant lines, offering you sensations which can be shared and celebrated at any time. Four Stars - Wine Access Magazine. |
| Perrier Brut | France | nv | $41.99 |
| Delicate yet complex nose, with hints of citrus fruit, and a good balanced palate. |
| Perrier Jouet Grand Brut | France | nv | $35.99 |
| This wine is fresh and lively with spiraling bubbles, delicate bouquet, and a subtle complex flavors. 93 pts Wine Enthusiast, 91 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Rogers Pouillon Brut Reserve | France | nv | $36.99 |
| Pale gold with a very fine bead; flowery, delicately toasty aroma with fruit and complexity; creamy, beautifully balanced with a dry, harmonious finish. |
| Tattinger | France | nv | $20.99 |
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| Graham Beck Brut | South Africa | 2002 | $17.99 |
| Rich yeasty aromas with hints of clean lime fruit on the nose. This sparkling wine has an exciting fine mousse like creamy complexity on the palate. This wine ends with an elegant long finish. |
| Cava 1+1 =3 | Spain | nv | $15.99 |
| Aromas of apple, nutmeg, minerals, nuts and honey. Very fresh, dry and brisk, with lively citrus flavors. A ripe, serious sparkling wine with noteworthy palate presence. Finishes dry, subtle and persistent, with notes of apple, lemon and minerals. Steven Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar, Sep/Oct 04. |
| Chardonnay |
| Grgich Hills | California | 2005 | $548.99 |
| This wine is organically and Biodynamically grown in the cool American Canyon and Carneros vineyards, where the grapes developed complex flavors while maintaining a pleasing natural acidity. The Chardonnay does not undergo malolactic fermentation, which preserves the wine’s crispness and acidity to balance its concentrated fruit. This elegant Chardonnay has luscious aromas of baked pear, lychee nuts and wild honey. |
| Hartford 4 Hearts | California | 2005 | $42.99 |
| Complex aromas and flavors of white peach, citrus blossom, Asian pear and candied lemon give way to a rich and weighty mid-palate, followed by a very long, exotic spice infused finish. |
| Morgan Double L | California | 2005 | $46.99 |
| Mineral, nuts, nutmeg, lemongrass, tropical fruit and orange blossoms dominate the nose. On the palate, one also notes lemon-lime citrus, vanilla, and a hint of grapefruit. The ripeness of the fruit and the rich texture is a counter point to the streak of acidity, the defining aspect of Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnays. 5 stars Restaurant Wine. |
| Robert Young | California | 2005 | $39.99 |
| The wine’s aromas include honeysuckle, dried apricot and sweet apple rounded out by toasty oak undertones. Guava and melon high notes add a perfume to the nose that is almost tropical in character. The wine is rich in flavors, marrying tropical fruit tastes with a range of sweet spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. The body is well structured with good acidity and a slight buttery taste which complements the silky texture. The finish is delicate but complex with a hint of fruit, some spice and a delicate toast. |
| ZD Chardonnay | California | 2006 | $36.99 |
| No malo-lactic fermentation leaves enough acidity to balance the rich flavors of the ripe fruit. |
| Blenheim Vineyards | Virginia | 2005 | $19.99 |
| This is a full bodied wine with aromas of spice and fresh fruit. Silky yet lively acidity leads to a palate caressing lingering finish. This wine is 100% Chardonnay grape and aged in 100% French oak. |
| CH St. Michele Cold Creek | Washington | 2005 | $25.99 |
| Fruit flavors of baked apples and lemon meringue open this wine. A slightly higher percentage of new oak was used because it gives this wine nicely integrated smoke and toast flavors on the finish. |
| Chianti Classico |
| Le Miccine | Italy | 2003 | $21.99 |
| Le Miccine’s DOCG Chianti Classico is vinified from carefully-selected and hand-harvested bunches of ripe, clean, healthy grapes from Le Miccine’s own vineyards. A year of aging in small French oak barriques is followed by at least three months of bottle aging. This wine is ruby with hints of purple. Its elegant and refined nose is a balance of wild berries and sweet vanilla. This wine is big and complex, with a long, satisfying finish. |
| Dessert Wine |
| Bastide Beaumes | France | 2005 | $18.99 |
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| Kluge Cru | Virginia | nv | $16.99 |
| Made from 100% Chardonnay, CRU is fortified with 100% Chardonnay brandy. To further enhance unique flavor, Kluge Estate ages the juice in Jack Daniel’s barrels to develop complex and spicy aromas. Cru is a true New World original. |
| French Rhone |
| Chateau Beaucastel Du Pape | France | 1996 | $90.99 |
| Loaded with (red) fruits and spices in the bouquet. Same for the taste. Very juicy, full bodied and good bitterness. Complex and long aftertaste. |
| Chateau Beaucastel Du Pape | France | 2005 | $102.99 |
| The 2005 Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape is a wine that probably needs 7-10 years of bottle age. Possibly the most backward and closed Beaucastel made since the 1995, the wine has very high tannins, seems totally closed aromatically, but in the mouth is a weighty wine exhibiting a dense ruby/purple color and tight aromatics consisting of new saddle leather, porcini, meat juices, licorice, tar, and black fruits. The wine is full-bodied, powerful, very tannic, and structured in a dramatically masculine, ageworthy style. This is one for the younger generation or those with considerable patience. I can't see it being close to drinkable before 2014 and lasting up to 30 or more years. Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate 94 Points. |
| Guigal | France | 2003 | $40.99 |
| The 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape has the potential to be the finest Chateauneuf Guigal has produced. It reveals more power, richness, and intensity than any previous vintage, including the highly regarded 2000 and 1998. Its deep ruby-hued 2003 reveals a big, sweet bouquet of kirsch, black currants, exotic Asian spices, and pepper. - (90-94) - The Wine Advocate by Robert M. Parker Jr - 12/04. |
| GAJA |
| Magari | Italy | 2005 | $49.99 |
| Deep garnet with blue tinges. Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas: black currants with a touch of fresh mint and a hint of coffee. Magari's mouthfeel is fleshy and round, yet elegant and silky in texture. 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc. |
| Gewurztaminer |
| Navarro Anderson Valley | California | 2004 | $26.99 |
| The wine processes a lovely bouquet of tropical fruit, peach and exotic spices. It also offers a ripe, medium-bodied clean fruitiness, with more tropical melon and a refreshing, citrusy finish that picks up warm spices. |
| Dom Jean Siegler Vieilles | France | 2005 | $22.99 |
| The nose offers a bright clean apple mixed with rose petals and spice. The taste presents a medium body with a crisp finish. |
| Schlumberger Fleur | France | 2004 | $25.99 |
| The nose is pleasant, distinguished, expressive and reveals a floral dominant of rose, and peony. Slightly candied, one perceives the exotic fruit, litchi and after aeration, notes of ginger and a hint of menthol are released. |
| Ice Wine |
| Jackson-Triggs Vidal | Canada | 2005 | $21.99 |
| This richly textured wine displays fresh tropical aromas of papaya, mango and apricot. Bold fruit flavors balanced with fine acidity caress the palate and conclude with an exquisite silky finish. |
| Jumilla |
| Finca Luzon Altos de Luzon | Spain | 2005 | $17.99 |
| The seriously endowed Altos de Luzon is a blend of 50% old vine Mourvedre (52 years) and equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo, aged 12 months in a combination of French and American oak. A dense eggplant color is followed by beautiful aromas of smoky licorice, black currants, cherries, and earth. Offering wonderful ripeness, an alluring texture, sweet tannin, and adequate acidity, it certainly over-delivers for its price. |
| Meritage/Blend |
| Familia Mayol | Argentina | 2005 | $21.99 |
| Blueberry/mixed berry pie on the nose and the palate. I even get a taste of the crust and some vanilla ice cream. Great, easy drinking wine. |
| Sophenia Mendoza Sysnthesis | Argentina | 2004 | $32.99 |
| Broad and bullish is this blend of Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose is rich and granular, with hints of plum, raisin and iodine. It airs out nicely, exposing boysenberry and cassis flavors. And it finishes rock solid, with depth. It’s all here: excellent wine from a mediocre vintage. 91 points Wine Enthusiast. |
| Cain Concept | California | 2004 | $57.99 |
| This is a Cab blend from Napa benchland fruit. This wine is rich, dense and could easily pass for a classic growth Bordeaux from a great year. |
| Cain Five | California | 2003 | $109.99 |
| This signature wine from Cain Vineyards blends all five Bordeaux grapes from high atop Spring Mountain. This wine is a blend of richness, depth, complexity and finesse. |
| CH St. Jean Cinq Cepage | California | 2003 | $69.99 |
| Lush, elegant and gracefully balanced, the wine delivers sweet plum and dark berry flavors and an exotic floral note that wraps around big, juicy tannins. This highly concentrated wine has beautiful oak integration and a lushness throughout that leads to a lingering finish. 94 pts wine Spectator. |
| Clos du Bois Marlstone | California | 2003 | $41.99 |
| This wine’s inky, deep, ruby color promises intensity and depth. Its generous nose reveals layers of aromas: from black cherry, vanilla, toasted oak and cedar to nutmeg, cinnamon, blackberry and notes of violet and sweet tobacco. Ultra-rich and round, this powerful, generous wine offers up ripe blackberry and black licorice flavors on the palate and a lasting, memorable finish. 90 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Dominius Estate | California | 2004 | $119.99 |
| This very generous and well-ripened offering starts out with an involving display of cherries, cassis, herbs, sweet oak and loam in its deep and decidedly complex aromas, and it follows with equally wide-ranging flavors that show a real sense of layering and plenty of depth. |
| Duckhorn Decoy | California | 2003 | $29.99 |
| This inviting wine is well-rounded with forward fruit, balanced by smooth, supple tannins and a lingering finish. The aroma is approachable with black cherry, ripe berry, and floral notes of violet and rose petal. The flavors are ripe with fresh fruit including blackberry, black cherry, and cassis complemented by a spicy note of white pepper. |
| Flora Springs Trilogy | California | 2003 | $53.99 |
| The oak and cherry nose moves into strong Cabernet flavors of black cherry, cassis and tea. These characteristics are highlighted by hints of raspberry from the Merlot, tobacco from the Cabernet Franc, plum from the Petite Verdot, and a ruby richness from the Malbec. |
| Franciscan Magnificat | California | 2004 | $55.99 |
| Elegant, well-structured mouth feel, with cherries, rich chocolate, black pepper and vibrant plum flavors filling the palate. Very supple, with fine texture and firm structure, giving an immediately approachable richness. |
| Girard Artistry Red | California | 2003 | $43.99 |
| The firm tannins are very well integrated, making this wine elegant and approachable at an early age. There are multiple layers to this complex blend that reveal themselves through decanting or by giving the wine time to open up in the glass. 92 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Havens Black and Blue | California | 2004 | $41.99 |
| A 50/50 blend of cabernet sauvignon and syrah) Good ruby-red color. Black and blue fruit aromas complicated by minerals, licorice and black pepper. Sweet, aromatic and tightly wound, with impressive inner-palate energy for the vintage. The blackberry and floral flavors are still a bit youthfully tough, and the wine's tight tannins call for patience. |
| Miner Oracle | California | 2004 | $76.99 |
| This harmonious blend reveals aromas of blackberries, coffee and dried herbs that lead into layers of plush dark fruit flavors on the palate. With well-integrated oak and framed by finely grained tannins...drink now through 2013. |
| Napanook | California | 2004 | $49.99 |
| The 2004 vintage has a deep ruby color, with a ripe, fruity nose. The intense aroma of clove and raspberry leads to a hint of chocolate. This wine feels like velvet in your mouth. The sweet, lingering tannins develop into an expression of sundried cherries. |
| Opus One | California | 2004 | $166.99 |
| Bordeaux-like in its structure and balance, showing cedary oak, dusty berry, dried currant and mineral, with hints of herb and sage. The flavors firm up on the finish, and are rich and intense without being heavy. 90 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Orin Swift Prisoner | California | 2006 | $32.99 |
| A MONSTER Zinfandel blend out of Napa. This highly rated wine has been turning heads for three vintages now, and this is certainly no exception. A rich yet structured glass that will stay with your palate for the entirety of your stay with us. |
| Papillon | California | 2005 | $53.99 |
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| Swanson Alexis | California | 2003 | $54.99 |
| The Alexis has drawn a cult-like following with its aromas of deep cassis and blackberry, mouthwatering richness and price tag that makes buying a bottle of this beguiling wine irresistible. 90 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Turnbull Old Red | California | 2005 | $23.99 |
| This wine has a berry fruity aroma with vanilla and oak nuances. It is really straight forward and easy to drink. Nice and fruity, slightly tannic on entry but ends with a nice chewy, not drying finish. |
| Von Strasser Diamond Mountain | California | 2004 | $67.99 |
| Deep, rich and expansive, with mouthcoating layers of earthy currant, cedar, herb, sage and mineral. A big-shouldered wine that's firm and tannic, yet has a seam of elegance and finesse. |
| Santa Rita Triple C | Chili | 2004 | $58.99 |
| This superb wine is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère, three varieties originally from Bordeaux that have been carefully cultivated by Santa Rita. 92 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Gattinara Antoniolo | Italy | 2003 | $45.99 |
| The cask-aged 2003 Gattinara Osso San Grato reveals yet another level of textural finesse in its layers of ripe fruit, herbs, tobacco and spiciness. Medium in body, it offers outstanding length and polished tannins on the finish. 91 points Wine Enthusiast. |
| Englebrecht & Els | South Africa | 2004 | $41.99 |
| Deep, dark color with black cherry, blackberry and blue fruit on the nose. Very fine tannins. Wonderful blackberry, cassis, black currant, black cherry, wild berries dance on the palate. Hints of smokey bacon, licorice and gorgeous fresh plum on tip of the tongue. Some nice oak on the finish. |
| Meerlust Rubicon | South Africa | 2001 | $27.99 |
| A South African Icon red, this Bordeaux blend, Cabernet Sauvignon dominated, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc filling in the balance, sits well positioned in the hierarchy in terms of visibility as well as quality for South Africa.. The palate has beautiful clarity with vibrant cassis carrying over from the nose underpinned with a vein of minerality running through the fruit and an almost bitter cherry note surfacing on the finish. |
| Torres Mas La Plana | Spain | 2003 | $46.99 |
| Wonderfully intense bouquet typical of this vineyard: hints of cranberries, cherries and truffles, with an incense-like quality developed during ageing in wood. Full, elegant and pronounced aftertaste, befitting a wine of this quality. 90 pts Wine Spectator. |
| BarboursVille Octagon | Virginia | 2004 | $37.99 |
| This is an amazing proprietary blend driven by Merlot, with elements of Reserve Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Dark, rich garnet color with an intense aroma of plum, cassis, coffee and berries are woven together in barrel to produce a phenomenally full and silky flavor on the palate. Tannins are resplendent and graceful. This is truly the hallmark of Virginia red wine. |
| Andrew Will Cellars | Washington | 2004 | $51.99 |
| This estate is considered one of the best winemakers in the U.S. This Cab based Bordeaux blend is suave, nicely concentrated and deftly balanced. |
| CSM Artist | Washington | 2000 | $48.99 |
| Purple-colored, it has a Bordeaux-like nose of pencil lead, scorched earth, espresso roast, black currant, and blackberry. This leads to a structured wine with a supple texture, layers of spicy flavors, plenty of complexity. |
| Hedges Three Vineyards | Washington | 2004 | $25.99 |
| This is the flagship wine from the family estate. All the fruit is from the Red Mountain Estate. This wine is beautifully complex and balanced as a Bordeaux blend and is a gem. It is long on the palate and is well-rounded. |
| Merlot |
| Duckhorn | California | 2004 | $55.99 |
| This wine presents a bright fruit and forward nature of the Napa Valley Merlot pairs well with hearty foods. This Napa Valley Merlot is a blend of several individual vineyard lots. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and occasionally Petit Verdot make up the final blend. |
| Flora Springs | California | 2004 | $22.99 |
| This wine boasts full fruit characteristics of strawberry and cherry, with a hint of raspberry and spiciness with smooth tannins. |
| Nickel & Nickel Sori | California | 2004 | $60.99 |
| A powerfully ripe 100% Merlot, explosive in cherry flavors. Has tannic structure and an edge of ripe black currants, along with new French oak. 91 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Stag's Leap | California | 2004 | $43.99 |
| Aromatics of ripe red cherry and sweet strawberry jam lead to flavors of rich red fruit, toasted almonds, dried thyme, and rosemary with a hint of black truffles. The firm tannic structure holds the melody of flavors together as a full-bodied mid palate carries through to a long finish complete with hints of licorice, black chocolate and orange peel. |
| CSM Canoe Ridge | Washington | 2003 | $22.99 |
| Deep plummy fruit flavors are remarkably well developed, balanced by ample tannins. There’s an intriguing hint of black pepper in the long full finish. 88 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Petite Syrah |
| Stags Leap Petitie Syrah | California | 2005 | $37.99 |
| The rich aromatics of this wine include ripe black fruit, black currants, cocoa and hints of vanilla. |
| Rosenblum Redwood Valley | California | 2005 | $27.99 |
| This rich exotic example of Mendocino Zinfandel is the product of superb old vine vineyards that are dry farmed and head pruned. The additions of Petite Sirah, Carignane and Syrah have added layers of texture to both the aromatics and palate. |
| Petite Verdot |
| Michael Shaps | Virginia | 2005 | $31.99 |
| This is a stylish wine, well-polished with new oak but with plenty of fruit to give it balance and structure. Blackberry, cherry, clove, and a hint of pepper with a long, silky finish. Classy wine. |
| Pinot Grigio |
| Etude | California | 2006 | $27.99 |
| Etude Pinot Gris exudes exotic, attention-grabbing fruit aromas of white peach, nectarine and Meyer lemon as well as subtle mineral notes. On the palate, the wine has lively acidity, richness and concentration of fruit, leading to a clean finish with a pleasing floral note. |
| Villa Frattina | Italy | 2005 | $19.99 |
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| Pinot Gris |
| J | Oregon | 2005 | $21.99 |
| Tropical fruit aromas of pineapple, mango and guava blended with delicate notes of honeysuckle, pear and Fuji apple. On the palate, flavors echo the nose, exploding with bright and juicy tangerine, pear and apple flavors that carry on to a crisp and tangy finish. Its opulent texture and balanced acidity make this Pinot Gris an ideal wine to pair with a variety of foods. |
| Pinot Noir |
| Duckhorn Migration Red | California | 2005 | $34.99 |
| This wine produces a bright red-cherry profile as opposed to the black cherry/chocolate character of Goldeneye. |
| Fess Parker Santa Barbara | California | 2005 | $25.99 |
| This wine possesses a dark ruby color as well as plenty of forest floor, black cherry, plum, and kirsch-like aromas as well as flavors. Consume this pleasant, soft, round, seductive Pinot over the next 2-4 years. |
| Lane Tanner Julias | California | 2006 | $38.99 |
| Dark cherries and black raspberries run through the mouth with cranberries, winter spices and cola. It is very deep and voluptuous with a haunting, smoky quality that is from the grapes themselves, not the oak. This wine will satisfy lovers of Burgundy with its’ powerful fruit, satin like texture and hints of mushrooms and earth. |
| Kent Rasmussen | California | 2005 | $25.99 |
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| Morgan Double L | California | 2005 | $52.99 |
| This sweet elegance, the superb ‘05 Pinot Noir fills the palate with essence of dried strawberries, aromatic orange peel, and sweet smoke. 94 pts Wine Enthusiast. |
| Patz and Hall Sonoma Coast | California | 2006 | $43.99 |
| Bright strawberry and cherry flavors echo cool-climate roots, with a complex palate of mulled red berries and baking spices. Silky tannins and mouth-watering acidity make this a wonderful structured cuvée. |
| Talley Arroyo | California | 2005 | $36.99 |
| This wine yields aromas of violets and black fruits, with hints of a woodsy forest floor. The flavors of black cherry and spicy blackberry with hints of cinnamon and sarsaparilla give way to an elegant, mineral infused finish. |
| ZD Pinot Reserve | California | 2005 | $62.99 |
| Deep dark ruby color and explosive aromas of dark cherries and rhubarb pie. Aged in French oak for 15 months. |
| Babich | New Zealand | 2006 | $18.99 |
| A wine with an attractive cherry flavor accented with an earthly & spicy complexity. Its nice texture has a balance and certain charm. This wine is drinking at its peak now through 2008. |
| Craggy Range | New Zealand | 2006 | $48.99 |
| A brightly hued ruby wine with tinges of violet, the rich and appealing aromatics exude lovely evergreen and meaty scents. |
| A to Z | Oregon | 2006 | $19.99 |
| Clear and vibrant, this wine has a beautiful dark color and aromas of mixed berries, earth, smoke, violets, Asian spices and minerals. In the mouth, this wine mirrors the aromatics with a succulent texture and good acidity. As the finish unfolds, the individual characteristics of the wine unify and augment one another. Beautifully balanced between richness and power, the wine possesses amazing depth and purity. |
| Benton Lane | Oregon | 2006 | $26.99 |
| This deep ruby colored Pinot Noir has impressive and varietal aromas of bing cherries, red plums, hibiscus and wild mushrooms. The smooth, ripe tannins give a voluptuous texture to the mixed berry and chocolate flavors of the wine. A hint of white pepper adds further complexity to the lively and seamless finish. |
| Cherry Hill | Oregon | 2004 | $26.99 |
| Hand picked Pommard Clone grapes produce some of Willamette’s Finest Pinot Noirs, and this is most certainly one of them. Aged in French oak for a year, this beautifully structured wine deserves your attention. |
| Port |
| Warres LV Port | Portugal | nv | $31.99 |
| Traditional here means that this is bottled unfiltered, giving it good aging ability. This port is smooth and velvety in texture, showing signs of maturity. It has many of the complex flavors of a vintage Port. |
| Warres Otima 10 Yr Tawny | Portugal | nv | $27.99 |
| This port has an attractive tawny color and a classic bouquet of almonds. Light delicate raisin flavors and long elegant finish. |
| Warres Warrior | Portugal | nv | $16.99 |
| Aged in seasoned oak casks for 4 to 5 years before being drawn off and bottled following a light filtration. |
| Priorat |
| Alvaro Palacois Terrasses | Spain | 2005 | $36.99 |
| 2004 was a superb vintage in Priorat and the three entries from Alvaro Palacios are stunning. If I were a young wine enthusiast with limited discretionary income, I would surely buy a case of the 2004 Les Terrasses. It is a blend of 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for one year in a combination of used French and American oak. It is opaque purple in color with a knockout nose of kirsch, blueberry, licorice and minerals. On the palate there are layers of sweet, ripe black fruits, a supple texture, and light, soft tannins to support several more years of bottle aging. 93 points Parker 2004 vintage. |
| Fuentes El Puig Priorat | Spain | 2002 | $33.99 |
| Deep, almost opaque, precious red color. Note the fresh aroma of flowers, fresh fruit and balsamic. Taste the expressive mouth full of ripe prunes, strawberries and citrus. Well balanced with delicate tannins and well integrated wood. Be aware of hints of licorice, wild herbs and minerals. This wine is comprised of 45% Garnacha, 23% Cariñena, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 2% Syrah. 90 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Llicorella | Spain | 2003 | $19.99 |
| The 2003 Llicorella is a blend of Garnacha Negre, Carinena, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Tempranillo aged for 9-10 months in a mixture of French and American oak. Dark ruby colored, it has a fragrant nose of mineral, state, earth, red and black currants. The fruit is ripe and sweet with racy style and lots of flavor. It is an excellent value as well as a terrific introduction to what Priorat is all about. 91 points Wine Advocate. |
| Riesling |
| JL Wolf Kabinett | Germany | 2004 | $14.99 |
| This is an Alsatian-style dry Riesling from the Wolf Estate. It has an enticing grapy fruity nose. The wine leaves a completely dry yet very fruity on the palate and is beautifully balanced. This is a great food wine. 85 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Schloss Vollrads Kabinet | Germany | 2006 | $20.99 |
| This wine is simultaneously very fruity and very balanced. You can detect the melon, pear, apple, and pineapple, with yeasty undertones - with just a touch of effervescence. This is a wine that is versatile - you could pair it with more difficult foods like California rolls or chevre - but is just as good on its own! 89 pts Wine Spectator Best Buy. |
| Chateau St. Michele Eroica | Washington | 2006 | $23.99 |
| A unique combination of tangerine, grapefruit and pear aromas characteristic of Washington State Riesling, melded with the slate and spice notes and lively acidity associated with German Riesling. 91 pts Wine Spectator. |
| Rioja |
| Allende Red | Spain | 2004 | $28.99 |
| The 2004 Allende, a 100% Tempranillo cuvee, was barrel fermented in a mix of new and used French oak, remained in barrel for 13 months, and was bottled unfiltered. The wine is inky purple-colored and has a superb nose of pain grille, mineral, violets, cranberry, and blueberry. The youthful palate reveals layers of fruit, ripe tannin, and excellent balance. The wine merits another 3-4 years of bottle age and should drink well through 2020. Kudos to Finca Allende for a magnificent set of 2004 Riojas! 92 points Parker. |
| Roda 1 | Spain | 2001 | $69.99 |
| This wine shows big, black cherry, blackberry and wild herb aromas and dense, powerful, spicy and mineral fruit on the palate. RODA I is a wine with serious structure, harmonious, balancing acidity and ripe, soft tannins. 92 pts Wine & Spirit. |
| Tierra | Spain | 2004 | $19.99 |
| An ideal accompaniment to stewed blue fish, white and red meat dishes, and small game. Cherry red color with bluish fringe. Intense aromas of fruit and spice. Overtones of vanilla and cinnamon. The palate is deep and full-flavored, pleasant with a long persistent finish. |
| Sancere |
| Domaine Vincent Pinard | France | 2006 | $25.99 |
| Light gold. Intense pepper, quinine and resinous notes accent orange, lemon and green apple fruit aromas. While light in weight the wine is intense in citrus and apple flavor, with a bright mineral undertone adding complexity. Sappy orange and pear flavors expand across the palate and show impressive depth. This wine exhibits a gentle note of cinnamon on the finish, leaving behind some intriguing herbal and floral notes. |
| Sauternes |
| Chateau Sahuc Lestour | France | 2002 | $18.99 |
| This wine has a beautiful golden yellow color, clear, bright, nose yellow flowers, primroses, yellow rose, apricot notes sec. Belle magnitude in the mouth, acacia flowers, good tonic and final round. |
| Chateau Suduiraut 1er Cru | France | 2001 | $100.99 |
| A prodigious effort, possibly the finest Suduiraut since 1959..with terrific acidity, a voluptuous palate and sweet, powerful flavors buttressed by crisp acidity, it is a phenomenal Sauternes. |
| Sauvignon Blanc |
| Cakebread | California | 2006 | $26.99 |
| Intense melon and citrus fruit aromas with delicate floral and herbal notes and a slight touch of oak are confirmed on this wine’s vibrantly fruity palate, which shows a refined acidity balanced by a crisp texture. 91 pts Connoisseurs Guide. |
| Rudd Estate | California | 2005 | $39.99 |
| This is a limited production cult favorite wine. There is no shortage of intensity here. A Bordeaux like blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, the wine exhibits a crisp minerality along with figs, melons, grapefruit, pineapples and nuts. It is pungent, dry and refreshing. |
| Turnbull | California | 2006 | $18.99 |
| When lively Sauvignon Musque meets fruit-forward Viognier the result is wine with a sunny disposition that both refreshes and satisfies. Add in a bit of Semillon and the creaminess derived from sur-lies aging in both tank and barrel and the result is a wine that delivers up a sunny core of citrus and tropical fruits, while pleasing the palate with mouthwatering texture. |
| Thelema Sutherland | South Africa | 2006 | $18.99 |
| Juicy melon and mineral notes, with a broad palate. This wine has a fragrant yet dry finish. |
| Sherry |
| Dios Baco Pedro Ximenez | Spain | nv | $20.99 |
| This Sherry shows raisin, plum and date aromas in a powerful bouquet. Its mouthful is rich and smooth but it is well-balanced with acidity and therefore, lighter than expected. It’s loaded with sweet, honeyed fruit and the finish is lengthy and clean. “…Chocolate, toffee and mocha aromas…its structure surprisingly refined for a PX. Wine & Spirits, October 2007 |
| Super Tuscan |
| Il Borro | Italy | 2004 | $39.99 |
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| Isole E Olena Cepparello | Italy | 2003 | $55.99 |
| A fairly deep color to this super-Tuscan, tasted in its youth. From the outset the nose has plenty of bramble and berry fruit, together with smoky, tarry notes suggestive of depth and extract. Rich and velvety on the palate, although only medium-full bodied, and cut through with good acidity which is immediately apparent on entry. Plentiful dark fruits, good extract as the nose suggested, and ripe, supple but firm tannins. Strong finish, with a sweet, tannic edge, and a note of elegance. |
| Sandiavolo Canonica Cerrreto | Italy | 2003 | $32.99 |
| A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a Super Tuscan with gumption. These grapes were hand harvested in an incredibly promising vintage. This is a round, delicate, earthy experience that should not go undiscovered. |
| Syrah/Shiraz |
| Boarding Pass | Australia | 2005 | $21.99 |
| This 2005 Shiraz was aged in French and American oak for 12 months. It’s purple-color is very expressive, with a nose of smoke, spice box, blackberry, and blueberry jam. Layered, supple-textures, sweet, and full-bodied, this seamless, crowd-pleasing wine offers a remarkably long finish for its humble price. The Boarding Pass label is just that, a dead ringer for an airplane boarding pass. According to Dan Philips, it is like going on a trip to Australia without leaving home while the First Class is a luxury upgrade. 92 points Parker. |
| Two Hands Gnarly Dudes | Australia | 2006 | $30.99 |
| Its energetic strawberry and raspberry scents are brightened by fresh mineral and floral qualities on its highly perfumed nose. Finishes suave, sweet and very long. |
| Justin Paso Robles | California | 2005 | $26.99 |
| This wine is Inky black with a light purple edge, rich in flavor and depth. The nose has layers of black fruit, pepper, wet stone and overtones of bacon fat and smoke. The palate is soft upon entry, yielding bing cherry, cassis and evolving into a weighty mid plate that defines complexity. The finish of this 100% Syrah is soft, lengthy, and enriched with supple, elegant tannins. |
| Miner | California | 2004 | $36.99 |
| Displaying aromas of dried herbs, black cherry and pepper, this all mountain-grown Syrah is supple and polished all the way through. Layer upon layer of blackberry fruit and enticing spices with smoky-earthy hints enliven the palate. Packing plenty of rich tannins, this wine has just the right amount of boldness. |
| Thelema Shiraz | South Africa | 2001 | $30.99 |
| Rich and robust, this exuberant charmer shows ripe black fruit and spice, with a lovely toasty finish. |
| Terrarossa |
| Pichierri Primitivo | Italy | 2003 | $21.99 |
| This Primitivo wine is a beautiful deep ruby color, intense, with rich plummy aromas. It is dry, soft and rich with excellent balance, medium body ripe fruit flavors and a long finish with soft tannins. |
| Valpolicella |
| Secco Bertani | Italy | 2003 | $15.99 |
| With the classic ripasso process, grape must is left to rest for a few days in spring on freshly drawn lees from Bertani’s Recioto Amarone wine. The wine undergoes an 11-day maceration in vats at a controlled temperature and with programmed remontages. The resulting Ripassa is deep ruby-red in color with a complex nose showing some dried fruit and licorice. Excellent body and texture on the palate with a lingering finish. |
| Verdejo |
| Vina Sila Rueda Naiades | Spain | 2005 | $26.99 |
| The barrel-fermented 2005 Naia Des is sourced from a single parcel of 80- to 100-year-old, ungrafted, Verdejo vines located in La Seca, a village which the locals consider to be the "grand cru" of Rueda. Light gold-colored, it exhibits an attractive perfume of vanilla spice, lemon-lime and honeysuckle. This is followed by a medium-bodied wine with an intense entry, mouth-filling fruit, and excellent balance. 91 points Parker. |
| Viognier |
| Michael Shaps | Virginia | 2006 | $34.99 |
| Fermented and aged 80% in stainless steel and 20% French oak barrels. The nose exhibits pineapple, grapefruit and flowers. This wine has flavors of pineapple, candied orange and honeysuckle on the mouth with a crisp, dry finish. |
| Zinfandel |
| Green & Red Chiles Mill | California | 2005 | $26.99 |
| Located at elevations from 1000 to 1700 feet, overlooks upper Chiles Canyon. The vines on the red hillsides produce a vigorous, spicy black pepper and berried wine. |
| Hartford CT RR | California | 2005 | $32.99 |
| Boysenberry, anise and East Asian spice aromas transition into ripe black raspberry and mulberry flavors with a cinnamon stick finish. Well-integrated tannins juxtapose exceptional viscosity, gravelly notes and a very opulent texture. |
| Neyers High Valley | California | 2006 | $32.99 |
| Ehren Jordan, the winemaker for Turley Cellars (recognized as one of the finest zins in the USA is also the winemaker for Neyers. This wine is dense and lush with sweetened fruit leavened by firm acidity. The High Valley is the densest and deepest of the Neyers zins with terrific fruit and supple tannins. |
| Rosenblum Monte Rosso | California | 2005 | $46.99 |
| This is a powerhouse wine that nonetheless possesses a sense of finesse and elegance. This wine is a pure example of what mountain fruit can produce. Zinfandel at its finest!!! Blackberry pie... |
| Terraces | California | 2005 | $28.99 |
| 20th Anniversary Zinfandel Vintage. Deep ruby color with ripe berry, clove and savory meat aromas leads to a full mouthfeel with soft tannins and a long, fruit-filled finish. They aged the 740 case production of this wine in French and American oak for 18 months. |