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The reviews kept coming in and recognized Emily's Cuvee Pinot Noir as one of the best Russian River Pinot Noirs, at any price. The rest of the portfolio is pretty awesome too. (Check out the "LB" Chardonnay).
The current release of Robert Mueller wines features the epic 2007 vintage, with a very tasty 2006 Sonoma Coast Pinot thrown into the mix.
Mueller Vineyards 2007 Emily's Cuvee Russian River Pinot Noir $43.95/btl
The flagship wine in the Mueller portfolio, this is a gorgeous Pinot Noir with classic Russian River characteristics. Rich, dark cranberry color with aromas of Bing cherries, ripe raspberries, earth and clove leading to enveloping flavors of cherry-cola, strawberry, vanilla oak, and tea. Velvety texture, nice acid, and subtle tannins. Fleshy and balanced with a luscious mouth-feel.
A must get for all Russian River Pinot lovers!
Mueller Vineyards 2007 "LB" Chardonnay - RRV $29.95/btl
This has been a favorite of Chardonnay lovers all over the country. From the prized "Ledbetter" vineyard in the heart of the Russian River Valley, this bright yellow/golden wine first grabs you with its abundant tropical aromatics. Pineapple, pear and apple engulf the palate with added nuances of fresh baked bread, butterscotch, and creme brulee. Good acidity and toasty oak lead to long, luxurious finish.
Mueller Vineyards 2006 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir $27.95/btl
Only 93 cases produced of this beauty, a gorgeous Sonoma Coast Pinot with a little added layer of exotic spices to the black cherry, flowers, and Earl Grey tea nuances. The additional year of bottle age makes this wine very enjoyable now with seamless flavors, texture and complexity.
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There are less than 300 cases made of this very desirable Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. Partners Jane Farrell and Stewart Norman make the Arissa Jane Pinot Noir from carefully selected vineyards along the Sonoma Coast.
This equals a great opportunity for your...
2007 Arissa Jane Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir $35.95/btl, $31.95/btl on a full case
Arissa Jane is an expressive blend full of big dark cherry, intense blackberry and dark plumb characteristics with a wonderful spicy rich finish. The wine has a nice silky mouth feel, with very expressive fruit. Just like her big sister Adrian Fog, this wine is naturally fermented, bottled unfined and unfiltered. Aged 11 months in new and seasoned French oak. 277 Cases Produced
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These Cabernets have graced the wine lists of world class restaurants around the country including Per Se in New York and the Martini House in the Napa Valley. We are thrilled to be able to share them with you.
2004 Voces Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $31.95/btl ($35 retail)
Wonderful and rich aromas of grilled black cherries infused with spicy vanilla beans precedes the crushed blackberry palate, with a French Roast coffee finish. It has excellent balance and a round, rich mouth feel, with real nice violets and dusty cocoa flavors. This wine has solid grip and just the right touch of acidity, and is likely to age gracefully for 10-12 years. 336 Cases
2005 Voces Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $34.95/btl
Intense and pleasing aromas of red berries, coco, and spice. On the palate delicious blackberry and cherry notes, with hints of espresso, coco, violets, and vanilla. This wine has a very nice acidity and a rich mouth feel. Expected to age gracefully for 10-12 years. 336 Cases
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Mueller Winery
Arissa Jane
Voces
Walker Station
Walker Station Russian River Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
The 2008's are stunning! I have said it before, I have to say this is the finest domestic Chardonnay and Pinot, that I have tasted. Many of you will remember how quickly the 45 cases of 2004 disappeared. In addition to the Chardonnay, this vintage marks the fourth release of a Walker Station Pinot Noir, from Harry's Estate Vineyard "Leslie Ranch", a short distance from the Chardonnay Vineyard. Both wines are made by Paul Hobbs as have been all previous vintages of Chardonnay.
2008 Walker Station "Leslie" Pinot Noir $67.95/btl
Very rich, full bodied and elegant with aromas of dark cherry, heirloom roses, cinnamon, nutmeg, new leather and a faint trace of cigar box, it begs to be inhaled and enjoyed before sipping. On the palate the cherry and cinnamon are pronounced with hints of cola and sarsaparilla giving way to a medley of exotic spices including clove, nutmeg, allspice and a whisper of fresh garden herbs.
2008 Walker Station "The Bridge" Chardonnay $67.95/btl
With 140 cases total production, I expect this awesome Chardonnay to be history long before it reaches its peak of maturity. Unbelievably rich, almost decadent, on the palate with a wonderfully complex nose of vanilla, Meyer lemon, walnut, hint of mango and other tropical fruits and nutmeg.
The aromas follow through and are intensified in the mouth. The mouth feel is rich and complete filling every part of the palate with full flavor, perfect balance, viscosity without heaviness, elegance and enjoyment. To sum it up - a complete wine with the promise of many years of graceful improvement.
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Walter Hansel
Ketcham Winery
2007 Ketcham Estate Russian River Valley Pinot, $37.95/btl
Winemakers Notes: Aromatics: Spicy red cherry, raspberry and ripe cranberry notes are at the forefront with subtle hints of fresh strawberry, rose petal and light brown spice.
Palate: Superbly balanced on entry this wine delivers a soft supple texture backed up by an underlying backbone framed by refreshing acidity and soft, round tannins. Flavors of fresh cherry and crushed raspberries surround the palate and are highlighted by a bit of cinnamon and cranberry.
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Walter Hansel- Current Releases
Reviews are from Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
2007 Walter Hansel North Slope Pinot Noir $36/btl
"From cool-climate soils, the 2007 Pinot Noir North Slope (Dijon clone 115 exclusively) is another admirable Pinot Noir. Notes of root vegetables, underbrush, clove, cinnamon, and oodles of black cherry and black currant fruit are present in this dark ruby/purple-tinged wine. Good acidity, full-bodied power, and plenty of concentration and depth characterize this very promising Pinot, which should evolve for at least a decade" 92-94 Parker
2007 Walter Hansel Pinot Noir South Slope $36/btl
"From Dijon clone 777, the 2007 Pinot Noir South Slope is from the highest elevation of any of the Hansel vineyards (and there are 80 acres). It has deep plum and pomegranate notes with hints of sassafras and wood spice. The wine displays a nice, subtle smokiness, medium to full body, good acidity, and a long finish. Unfortunately, there is very little made." 91-93 Parker
2007 Walter Hansel North Slope Chardonnay $36/btl
"From one of the colder sites in the Hansel portfolio, the 2007 Chardonnay North Slope has an almost liqueur of rocks interwoven with nectarine and honeyed citrus. A wine of terrific intensity, full-bodied power, but restrained wood and great acidity, this is a beauty that should drink nicely for 5 or more years." 94 Parker
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Dark Horse
Vogelzang
Venge
DARK HORSE 2007 Dry Creek Zinfandel - Treborce Vineyard
Mike has developed a reputation for making rich, jammy Zinfandels that are satisfying, and keep people coming back for more; even the so-called "I don't drink Zinfandel" crowd. This 2007 Dry Creek Zin may be the best Zinfandel Mike has made, in my humble opinion. Rich in jammy black cherry, intense wild berry, smoke and licorice. It has cinnamon and clove aromas followed by both white and cracked black pepper. An odds-on favorite to please.
Retails $28-$34/btl
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2009 Vogelzang Estate Sauvignon Blanc Retails $28
Winery notes: "Enjoy the exotic floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle complimented with ripe notes of tangerine and citrus zest. The palate, as always, offers copious amounts of rich fruit and beautiful texture that, while crisp and varietal, is a pleasure to drink."
NOTE The 08 vintage of the Vogelzang Sauvignon Blanc recieved 94 points in the Wine Spectator
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2008 Venge Scouts Honor Retails $36/btl
"Beautiful dark purple-black color and a captivating nose of sweet raspberry milk chocolate, cherries and black current. Followed by pure and layered flavors of black raspberry, blackberries and black current. A blend of power and concentration with the Zinfandel adding lush berry flavors, Syrah adding dark fruit flavors and the Petite Syrah giving it intensity and structure. Full-bodied with well-polished tannins that coat the palate with a lush and lingering finish."
2006 Venge Reserve Cabernet Retails $115-$125
"The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Family Reserve is an exceptional 2006. Blackberry liqueur intermixed with creme de cassis, licorice, incense, and floral notes as well as a hint of subtle oak emerge from the glass of this full-bodied, super-concentrated, rich, intense wine. A baby in terms of its potential development, it will benefit from 5-10 years of bottle age and should drink well for 20 or more years - that's a given." 95 Points, Robert Parker
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Fort Ross Pinot
2007 Fort Ross "Sonoma Coast" Pinot Noir- ($29/btl - $37/btl Retail)
From The Wine Enthusiast-"EDITORS CHOICE"
"What a beautiful Pinot Noir for drinking now with lamb chops or maybe a rich, exotic Ahi tuna tartare. Brilliantly crisp in acidity, with a clean, bracing mouthfeel, it offers dazzingly rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, orange zest, Dr. Pepper cola and Asian spices, with smoky oak adding elaborate tiers of vanilla char. For the price, it's a great buy." 95 Points
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