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This Bordeaux blend has complex aromas of blackberry, cedar, fresh tobacco, black olive, and bramble. The rich and full palate displays layers of cassis, blueberry compote, toast, smoky black cherry with ample yet refined tannins. Delightful with steak and rich dishes. Aged 18 months in 100% French oak; 68% new.
Varietal Composition: 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc, 16% Merlot, 12% Petit Verdot, 10% Syrah
Pairing Suggestions: Delightful with steak and rich dishes
This Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend has complex aromas of blackberry compote, black currant, Tarragon and sweet spice. The rich and full palate displays layers of black plum, cassis, clove and tobacco with silky tannins and a long spicy finish.
Varietal Composition: 43% Cabernet Sauvignon; 40% Merlot; 9% Cabernet Franc; 4% Malbec; 2% Petit Verdot; 2% Syrah
Pairing Suggestions: Pairs well with steak, lamb and rich dishes.
The 2009 Pinot Noir is characterized by vibrant red/blue fruit flavors. The complex nose displays ample red plum, raspberry, dried currant, clove, allspice, and a touch of fresh tarragon. The palate is rich and supple, highlighted by flavors of bing cherry, blueberry tart, star anise, toast, pepper, cassis, black raspberry, and violets with a fleshy mid-palate and fine tannins on the long, silky finish. Aging & Cooperage: 14 months in French oak barrels; 62% new oak
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Pairing Suggestions: Salmon or trout; mushroom risotto with Parmesan cheese
This Merlot-based blend opens with aromas of black cherry, black plum, tobacco, cardamom spice and sweet toasty oak. Soft on the entry, its ripe tannins build slowly through the mid-palate to a finely structured finish. Dark fruit flavors of plum, black currant and blueberry are accented by notes of dried herb, cedar and sweet vanilla. This is a medium-bodied wine with a balanced acidity making it a perfect pairing with a variety of dishes.
Pairing Suggestions: Grilled tri-tip, lasagna, flat-bread pizza and Mediterranean fare.
Varietal Composition: 56% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Syrah, 4% Malbec
Lively notes of citrus, fresh nectarine and lemon grass fill the aroma. Crisp and refreshing on the palate with flavors of lime zest, apple blossom and a lingering minerality. This wine’s natural racy acidity makes it a wonderful food pairing wine.
Food Pairings: Scallops, grilled chicken, Caprese salad
Varietal Composition: 85% Semillon; 15% Sauvignon
The 2010 Number 9 Pinot Noir possesses an alluring combination of freshness and structure. Ripe red cherry, pomegranate, raspberry and rose petal combine with nuances of vanilla and toast suggesting a seamless integration of fruit and oak. The palate is bright and vibrant with flavors of red plum, black raspberry and bing cherry accented by sweet, spicy oak notes. The structure displays an impressive sense of extract and length for such a refreshing, approachable wine.
Food Pairing: Grilled salmon or tuna, roasted pork with red fruit compote, or fresh fruits and nuts.
Aromas of golden delicious apple, white peaches, butterscotch and toasted almonds lead to flavors of poached pear, apple pie, Clementine tangerine, orange blossom honey and a hint of minerality. Its bright acidity is balanced with a full-bodied mid-palate, leading to a long, soft finish.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Food Pairings: Seafood, chicken and vegetables from the grill, creamy pasta dishes
Made in a nearly dry style (“Medium Dry” by International Riesling Foundation standards) this is a richly aromatic wine offering layers of honeysuckle, citrus blossom, ripe cantelope, tangerine, wet stone, and a hint of diesel. On the palate it opens with a burst of sweet white pear, clover honey, and spiced dried apricots with hints of minerality. The wines natural acidity balances its residual sugar, carrying through to a lingering juicy finish.
Varietal Composition: 100% Riesling
Food Pairing: Shellfish, Thai cuisine, fresh fruit with cheese
Enticing aromas of citrus flower, kiwi, fresh lime, casaba melon, mineral, green pineapple, slight vanilla and smoke. Bright and juicy on the palate, displaying flavors redolent of Meyer lemon zest, wet stone, lemon/lime, allspice, and slight clove with a long, vibrant finish.
Food Pairing: Goat Cheese, Roasted Chicken, Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon, Linguini with White Clam Sauce
