Mixed Case Tasting Notes
All Whites
Juno Cape Maidens Chardonnay 2006 — Aromas and flavours of green apple and lime. Crisp apple and complex mineral tones presented in a pleasantly lingering finish. Lightly wooded and crisp Chardonnay.
Bohemian Highway Pinot Grigio 2007 — Pinot Grigio flavors can range from melon to pear and some even offer a subtle tropical or citrus fruit, often there is a honey or smoky flavor component as well.
Hughes Beaulieu 2006 Picpoul de Pinet — Picpoul de Pinet is known as the Muscadet of the south of France, and is one of the named crus of the Coteaux de Languedoc. Picpoul means “lip stinger,” which refers to the high acidity of its must. Great with oysters and seafood. 100% Picpoul grapes, also known as Folle Blanche or Gros Plant.
Famega Vinho Verde 2007 — Refreshing, crisp with a tingly sparkle taste of apple tartness. It has a delicate citrus flavor like the fragrance of a summer garden.
Diogenes 2006 Sauvignon Blanc – Concentrated aromas of grapefruit, key lime, peach, ripe fig, passion fruit, honey, melon and nice mineral tones evolve in the glass. The aromas follow through on the palate, the wine bursts with vibrant tropical fruit, citrus and melon, finishing with crisp minerality.
Dog House “Patch’s” Pinot Grigio — Beautiful pale straw color… aromas of honeysuckle and fresh citrus fruit… delicate flavors of melon, pear and peach.
Rhyme or Reason White Wine – Rhyme or Reason White is a fun and enticing blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Semillon from California’s best growing districts. The flavors and richness of Chardonnay and Semillon work as ideal partners to the freshness of the Sauvignon Blanc. You don’t need a “Rhyme or Reason” to enjoy this super premium blend – just a corkscrew!
Shaw and Smith 2005 Sauvignon Blanc – Sauvignon Blanc is a regional speciality in the cooler Adelaide Hills. The wine is unoaked to maximize its fresh varietal character and overall tangy, zippy flavors. It has more middle palate and length than more herbaceous styles. A young refreshing wine with pure varietal flavors and lively acidity. A benchmark for Australian Sauvignon Blanc. *95pts. – Australian Wine Companion
Bohemian Highway Chardonnay 2005 — This lightly-oaked Chardonnay is full of honeysuckle, pear and apple aromas. The majority of the wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, preserving the bright fruit flavors of lemons and granny smith apples. A touch of creaminess gives way to a tangy, clean finish.
Pine Crest 2005 Sauvignon Blanc – Tropical fruit and citrus aromas. Crisp lemony-grapefruit notes balanced with elements of guava and green peppers.
Mommy’s Time Out Garganega/Pinot Grigio 2006 — These wines are fresh and fruity with well balanced acidity. They come from some of the finest vineyards in Italy where the best grapes are vinified, resulting in a long lasting finish. They are a great complement to food, or may be served as an aperitif.
Half Whites/Half Reds
Bon Ton Vin Blanc 2007 – A fresh and bright blend of native varietals from the sun-drenched Cotes de Gascogne that is perfect for your next occasion or just to enjoy while thinking about your next great meal.
Diogenes 2006 Sauvignon Blanc – Concentrated aromas of grapefruit, key lime, peach, ripe fig, passion fruit, honey, melon and nice mineral tones evolve in the glass. The aromas follow through on the palate, the wine bursts with vibrant tropical fruit, citrus and melon, finishing with crisp minerality.
Famega 2007 Vinho Verde — Refreshing, crisp with a tingly sparkle taste of apple tartness. It has a delicate citrus flavor like the fragrance of a summer garden.
Trace 2006 Chardonnay — Fragrances of citrus, pineapple and pear will envelop your senses as clean and crisp flavors trace across your palate. This Chardonnay is bright, crisp and clean with good acidity that allows the fruit to come through. Nice finish.
Bohemian Highway Pinot Grigio 2007 — Pinot Grigio flavors can range from melon to pear and some even offer a subtle tropical or citrus fruit, often there is a honey or smoky flavor component as well.
Pannotia Vineyards 2006 Verdejo — The aroma retains the grape’s distinct apple and pear character and also expresses the dense texture and stony mineral notes that lie hidden in the finish of a properly made Verdejo. It has a richness and texture that deserves to stand on its own.
Trace 2004 Merlot — Our Merlot is open to any move you want to make. Fragrances of black cherry, plum, and cassis will envelop your senses as smooth and silky flavors trace across your palate.
Alcance 2005 Merlot — Our 2005 Merlot offers concentration, deep color, and powerful aromas of red fruits, plums, cassis and a hint of smoky oak. The mouth is generous, rich and round with well-integrated tannins.
Trace 2004 Shiraz — Our Shiraz is a tango with all the right moves. Fragrances of rich cherry, blackberry and spice will envelop your senses as elegant and robust flavors trace across your palate.
Ramón Roqueta 2003 ‘Bacasis’ Crianza — This wine is made by Ramon Roqueta, a family firm founded in 1898. It is made from hand-harvested Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. The wine displays a garnet color, fruity aromas with wood notes and smoothness on the palate. Aged for eight months in French oak casks.
Roogle 2006 Shiraz — The 2006 Shiraz was aged for 12 months in seasoned French and American oak. It is purple-colored and offers up a big whiff of cedar, blueberry, blackberry, and chocolate aromas. Full-bodied, ripe and sweet, it has enough structure to improve for 2-3 years in the bottle but who is going to defer their gratification? Drink it over the next 4-6 years. *90pts. – Wine Advocare
Trace 2004 Cabernet-Shiraz — Our Cabernet-Shiraz is the biggest personality at your next party. Fragrances of blueberries, cedar and cocoa will envelop your senses as robust and spicy flavors trace across your palate.
All Reds
Trace 2004 Merlot — Our Merlot is open to any move you want to make. Fragrances of black cherry, plum, and cassis will envelop your senses as smooth and silky flavors trace across your palate.
Roogle 2006 Red — The 2006 Red is composed of 50% Shiraz, 30% Merlot, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It was aged in seasoned French and American oak for 12 months. Dark ruby-colored, it offers attractive aromas of cedar, cassis, blueberry, and plum. Plush and fruit-driven on the palate, this is a ripe, tasty wine for casual quaffing with burgers and pizza over the next 4-6 years. It is a superb value. *90pts. – Wine Advocare
Alcance 2005 Merlot — Our 2005 Merlot offers concentration, deep color, and powerful aromas of red fruits, plums, cassis and a hint of smoky oak. The mouth is generous, rich and round with well-integrated tannins.
Roogle 2006 Shiraz — The 2006 Shiraz was aged for 12 months in seasoned French and American oak. It is purple-colored and offers up a big whiff of cedar, blueberry, blackberry, and chocolate aromas. Full-bodied, ripe and sweet, it has enough structure to improve for 2-3 years in the bottle but who is going to defer their gratification? Drink it over the next 4-6 years. *90pts. – Wine Advocare
Calina 2006 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon — The composition of this Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most challenging and interesting that we have produced in recent years. This wine is a blend from 3 different terroirs with 3 different styles. From Colchagua valley grapes, we get cherry, mint and black pepper aromas as well as soft and velvety tannins. Cachapoal valley grapes deliver the elegance of blackberry aromas and the balance of a powerful mouth-filling wine. Finally, the remaining 10% of grapes from Maule bring typically red juicy fruits, natural acidity and chalk stone tannins. The final blend is very complex, full of flavors and aromas, a wine with a long finish and finely integrated tannins.
Vina Maquis ‘Calcu’ 2005 – 60% Cabernet Sauvignon,20% Cabernet Franc, 20% Carmenère. It is a unique blend that only Chile could pull off. This red has dense berry fruit from the Cabernet that is complemented by the earth notes from the Carmenère and some leather notes from the Cabernet Franc. *87pts. – Wine Spectator
Tres Ojos 2006 Old Vine Garnacha — The wine has a brick red color with a bouquet of leather, spice and pepper. The palate is incredibly concentrated and rich. The modern styles of Garnacha in Spain are continuously being perceived worldwide as wines of extraordinarily good quality. This wine is fruity, juicy and shows a great depth, ripe tannins, length but yet with wonderful elegance and lightness.
Bodegas Nino Jesus 2005 “Figaro” – Figaro is 100% Garnacha, made from a selection of the best grapes grown in the oldest vineyards. While not truly an “oaked wine”, a short stay in oak barrels provides a nice spicy flavor boost. *87pts. – Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
Pontecilla Tempranillo 2007 Old Vines - Deep purple red color. Ripe black fruits and cherry aromas. Ample, well balanced, firm tannins and a long lasting finish.
Calina 2007 Reserve Carménère – Our 2007 Carménère is a mélange of blackberries, black pepper and cassis. The flavors are broad, rich and spicy. The tannins are soft and the acid is firm. This wine deliciously captures the personality of the grape and the character of the El Maitén vineyard.
Ramblin’ Red “Second Ascent” Cuvee One – 68% Merlot, 17% Petite Sirah, 15% Zinfandel. The Merlot brings plum and blueberry on the nose and the palate while adding a touch of Bordeaux with tobacco, graphite and earthiness. The Petite Sirah gives this wine body and adds notes of spice, cherry and blue fruits. The baking spices, cardamom, leather and pepper can be attributed to the Zinfandel.
Candoni Chianti 2006 – Chianti comes from a very careful selection of Sangiovese and Merlot grapes. It has an intense ruby purple-red color and a fresh almond and mature blackberry fragrance, with a soft, warm, dry and pulpy taste.
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Fort Ross Sonoma Coast Reserve Pinot Noir 2004~ “Deep and complex, with wonderful earth, clay, spice and earthy berry flavors that turn more expansive, with dense, chewy currant, mineral and anise. Ends with ample tannins and a long finish. Drink now through 2012, Only 370 cases made” 92 points Wine Spectator
Eponymous MacAllister Sonoma County Red Meritage 2004 ~ Eponymous is produced by Robert Pepi Jr. The wines are produced in small quantities, with hand harvested fruit, oak barrel aging and frequent racking during the first year. MacAllister grapes come from Mt. Veeder. Normally $$49.99/btl ON SALE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST $35.49/btl
The year 2008 marks his fortieth year of being involved in making wine in California.
