360bistro wine list bw july
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TABLE OF CONTENTS360s 3
WINES OF DISTINCTION BY THE GLASS 4
WINES BY THE GLASS
Champagne and Sparkling 5
White 5,6
Red 7
SPECIALTY COCKTAILS 8
AFTER DINNER COCKTAILS 9
WINES BY THE BOTTLE
Champagne and Sparkling 10, 11
WHITE
Riesling 12, 13
Gruner Veltliner 14
Gewurztraminer 14
Sauvignon Blanc 15
Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris 16
Rhone and Rhone Style 17, 18
ChardonnayDomestic 19-21
International 22-25
Other Whites 26
ROSE 27
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RED
Pinot NoirDomestic 28-34International 35-37
Merlot 38
Shiraz 39
Syrah 40, 41
Zinfandel 42
Malbec 43
Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Based Blends 44-51
Other Red Blends 52, 53
Other Varietal Reds 53
Spanish Reds 54
Italian RedsAmarone 55Barbaresco 55Barolo 56Brunello di Montalcino 57Chianti/Chianti Classico 57Super Tuscans 58, 59
Other Italian 60
French RedsBordeaux 61-63Rhone Valley 64-69Other French 70
HALF BOTTLESWhite 71Red 72, 73
MAGNUMS 74
DESSERT WINES 75
BEER 76
PREMIUM SPIRITS 77,78
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WINES OF DISTINCTION BY THE GLASS
These wines change frequently, and offer a chance to taste wines not normally served by the
glass in Nashville. ***Please note: These wines are not available for 1/2 bottle nights***
They are offered in 3oz. tastings pours, or the more traditional 6oz. glass.
If there is a wine on the list offered by the bottle only, and you would like to buy a glass for 25%
of the bottle cost, please ask! We will do our best to accommodate your request,, however,
please understand it may not always be possible.
WHITE 3oz.
Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc // Russian River Valley, California 2010 11 22The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights. In the
mouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear on the lingering
finish.
Pahlmeyer Chardonnay // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 16 32Tight and concentrated, with a dense, rich, chewy beam of dried currant, mineral, graphite, black cherry and
blackberry fruit that's intense and full-blown, both flexing its muscle while displaying deft balance. Ends with a
compact, layered finish. 93 WS.
RED
Chateau Reignac, Bordeaux Superieur // France 2005 9 Notes of graphite, black currant, some sweet cherries, and spice box. It is a medium to full-bodied wine with
beautiful concentration, decent acidity, and ripe tannin. Despite its humble appellation, this is a very serious
wine that is qualitatively up there with some of the better classified growths of the Medoc.75% Merlot, 25%
Cabernet Sauvignon. 90 WA.
Chateau Montelena // Napa Valley, California 2007 11 22Abundant aromas of earthy, berry fruit intermixed with black currants, tobacco leaf and spice.
Domaine du Pegau Cuvee Reservee Chateauneuf-du-Pape // 17 34Southern Rhone, France 2008Exhibits lots of earth, lavender and foresty/mossy notes intermixed with kirsch, peppery black currants and
Christmas fruitcake spices. 91 WA.
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BY THE GLASS
CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLINGGlass Bottle
Prosecco, La Marca, Extra Dry // Italy NV 9 Baked apple, sour lemon and grapefruit, with a lightly creamy mineral texture. 90 WS.
Brut Rose, Gruet // New Mexico NV (.375ml) 9 Delicate and lively, with floral cherry and vanilla aromas and nicely layered, crisp citrus, cinnamon andcream flavors. 88 WS.
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Brut // France NV 20 80A nice crisp, rich Champagne that remains smooth and elegant, with a lingering aftertaste of honey and
pastry. 90 WS.
BY THE GLASS
WHITE Glass Bottle
Riesling, Saint Urbans Hof // Mosel, Germany 2009 9 A rich and complex lightly sweet Riesling with notes of grapefruit, apple, vanilla, and baking spices.
Riesling, Pierre Sparr Grand Cru Mambourg "Vin d' Exception" // 11 44Alsace, France 2002Fine balance here between the rich peach, apple and mineral flavors and vibrant structure. This is
muscular and intense. 91 WS.
Alsatian Blend, Hugel "Gentil" // Alsace, France 2009 12 48Allies the suave, spicy flavour of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the
grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of Sylvaner. Dry on the palate, fresh and wellbalanced, supple, soft, crisp and flattering.
Vouvray, Domaine Pichot // Loire Valley, France 2010 12 48Golden raisins on the nose and on the palate. Easy to drink, already well-balanced with some elements
of cloves, butter tarte tatin and a touch of maple sugar. Good fruit extension with some grapefruit and
apple skin on the finish.
Conundrum // California 2009 12 48Bursting with fragrant honeysuckle and jasmine, with ripe melon, peach, nectarine and honeycomb
grace notes. Intensely flavored, with a refreshing acidity.
Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali // Trentino, Italy 2008 9 Golden in color with a full, ripe palate. Lemon, apple, and floral notes.
Pinot Gris, MacMurray // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 8 32An expressive fruit-forward character, exhibiting rich aromas of fig, white peach, and pear. The bright
aromas and complex varietal characters of citrus and elements of spice add both weight and interest to
the wine.
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Sauvignon Blanc, Stag's Leap Cellars // Napa Valley, California 2008 13 52Pear and apple flavors have spicy minerality accents on a medium body with good acidity and focus.
Sancerre, Domaine Laporte "Domaine du Rochoy" // 16 64Loire Valley, France 2008This Sauvignon Blanc has lovely purity, with vibrant, racy citrus peel, gooseberry and straw notes that
stay very persistent through the finish. 89 WS.
Albarino, Martin Codax // Rias Baixas, Spain 2008 8 32Vivid flavors of green peach, grapefruit, wet stone and smoke. Very fresh and clean.
Cotes du Rhone-Villages Blanc, Domaine de L'Echevin 14 56"Guillaume de Rouville" // Saint Maurice, Rhone Valley, France 2006Honeyed nose of lemon andother citrus fruits.A wine with an exuberant character. PrimarilyGrenache Blanc accented with Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne.
Rose, Chateau de Fontsainte "Gris de Gris" // Corbieres, France 2010 12 48Expressive, the wine immediately gives off notes of raspberry, cherry and freshly picked strawberries -
followed by exotic aromas such as pineapple and mango.
Viognier, Fess Parker // Santa Barbara County, California 2008 13 52Displays great fruit focus, offering peach, apricot and pear notes that are ripe and well-structured, with
a supple texture, juicy edge and spicy details on the long finish.
Trebbiano, Azienda Agricola Pilandro // Lugano, Italy 2006 12 48Straw coloured yellow with greenish reflections, a pleasant and delicate aroma, with perfumes of
flowers and ripe fruit, a fresh and soft taste are the characteristics of this wine.
Chardonnay, McWilliams // South Eastern Australia 2008 7 28A medium-bodied fruit driven Chardonnay with tropical fruit and vanilla flavors, and a crisp finish.
Chardonnay, Pali "Charm Acres" // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 13 52With aromas of cooked green apple, stone fruit and honeysuckle, this combines flavors of lychee and
juicy pear with citrus, lime and soft minerality.
Macon-Villages, Domaine Perraud Vieilles Vignes // Burgundy, France 2009 14 56This 100% Chardonnay has citrus zest and crushed stones on the nose, with a dash of white pepper.
The finish is long and clean; overall perfect balance and great poise.
Chardonnay, Morgan "Highlands" // 13 52Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009The wine has a creamy mid-palate while still maintaining acidity. This smells like lime custard, but is
decidedly richer on the palate, with tangy citrus and caramel apple flavors.
Chablis, William Fevre, Domaine // Burgundy, France 2009 15 60A clean, fresh, bright nose that offers good character of flowers and green fruit. Lots of energy and fine
mineral-infused flavors that are both delicious and long lasting. This is way beyond village Chablis.
Chardonnay, Landmark, Overlook // Sonoma, California 2008 16 64Medium straw/green color is followed by notes of poached pears, cloves, white currants, and nectarines,
pure fruit, medium to full body, and a good finish. 89 WA.
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BY THE GLASS
RED Glass Bottle
Pinot Noir, Meiomiby Belle Glos // Central Coast, California 2009 13 52Flavors of bright cherry, cola, dried leaves undertoned with vanilla, leather and high style oak.
Pinot Noir, Martinelli "Bella Vigna" // Russian River Valley, California 2009 22 A feminine style, but possessing a 40-second finish. Beautiful cherry, raspberry, and spice undertones.
Pinot Noir, Ken Wright // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 19 76Fresh, juicy, vibrant, balanced to perfection and delivering a tasty heap o mixed red and black fruits.
Cotes du Rhone-Villages, La Ferme du Mont "Le Ponnant" // France 2007 16 64This big-time Cotes du Rhone exhibits loads of concentration as well as abundant red and black fruit
characteristics intermixed with notions of incense, spice, pepper, and licorice. 90 WA.
Claret, Steltzner Vineyards // Napa Valley, California 2008 11 44A remarkable value, an 8,000-case blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 12% Cabernet
Franc. Impressive aromas of black cherries, loamy soil, black currants and licorice. 89 WA.
Merlot, Red Rock // California 2007 9 Lush concentrations of black cherry, plum and boysenberry are complemented by soft, rounded tannins.
Syrah, Stolpman // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2007 13 52Elegant, with a mineral quality contributing energy. Dark berry flavors linger on the long finish.
Shiraz, SchildEstate // Barossa Valley, Australia 2008 15 60This big, smooth wine is ripe and complex, offering black cherry, blackberry, and tobacco. 94 WS.
Zinfandel, Brazin, Fall Creek Vineyard // Dry Creek Valley, California 2007 13 52
Intense flavors of plum and chocolate, rich tannins and vanilla mocha notes rock your palate.
Chianti Classico, Castello D'Albola // Tuscany, Italy 2007 13 52Plenty of dark cherry and floral aromas and flavors that say Sangiovese. Fresh and fruity. 90 WS.
Malbec,Bodega Colome // Calchaqui Valley, Argentina 2009 15 60Spicy nose of deep dark fruit, which leads to a fruit-laden palate with serious structure.
Garnatxa, Pares Balta, Indigena // Penedes, Spain 2008 14 56Fragrant spice box, cedar and cherry aromas. Plenty of savory fruit. 89 WA.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis M. Martini // Sonoma County, California 2007 9 Aromas and flavors of red cherry, blackberry and sage with an underlying dry creek dustiness.
Cabernet Based Blend, Gabrielle "Vertex" // North Coast, California 2008 13 52Juicy red fruit aromas with chocolate, cassis, and a hint of black pepper. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon,
20% Merlot, 10% Cab Franc, 15% Syrah, 5% Petit Sirah.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Uppercut // Napa Valley, California 2007 14 56Expansive aromas and flavors of lush blackberry, black cherry, and cocoa expand on the palate.
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After Dinner Cocktails
Spiked Spiced Chai Tea 10Voyant Chai Cream Liqueur, Chai Spiced Hot Tea, Whipped Cream and Cinnamon
Espresso Martini 12Three Olives Vanilla, Van Gogh Espresso Vodka, Bailey's, Thatcher's Coffeehouse Liqueur, Chocolate
Syrup, topped with Coffee Beans
Hot Biscotti 12Coffee, Faretti Biscotti Liqueur, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Shavings
Chocolate Covered Nuts and Berries 12Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Dumante Pistachio, Chambord, Dash of Cream, Chocolate Syrup
Peaches n' Cream 12360 Peach Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Dash of Cream, White Peach Puree
Godiva Chocolate Martini 12
Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Chocolate Syrup, Chocolate Shavings
Tres Leches Milk Shake on the Rocks 12Ciroc Coconut, Tres Leches Liqueur, Caramel Drizzle, Splash of Biscotti
Chocolate Coconut Martini 12360 Chocolate Vodka, Creme de Cacao dark, Cream of Coconut, Cream, Shaved
Coconut, Chocolate Syrup
Caramel Milk Chocolate Coffee 12Godiva Caramel Milk Chocolate Liqueur, Fresh French Press Coffee
Chocolate Covered Cherry 12Skyy Cherry Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Cream of Coconut
Orange Creamsicle 12Stoli Ohranj, Qi White Tea Liqueur, Orange Juice, Cream
Peanut Butter & Jelly 12Nut Liquor Peanut Butter Vodka, The Hammer Grape Liqueur, Dash of Cream, Peanut Butter Powder
Sidecar 15
Germain-Robin Brandy, Patron Citronge, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Preserved Lemon
White Chocolate Raspberry Kisses 12Stoli Razberi, Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur, Chambord, Cream
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CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING
375ml
Duval-Leroy Sec Champagne "Lady Rose" (375ml) // France NV 55Off-dry ros, full of cherry, berry, spice and pastry flavors married to a fine mousse.
Taittinger Prestige Brut Rose (375ml) // France NV 60A beautiful wine best enjoyed as an aperitif. Sweet, perfumed fruit emerges from this crisp, layeredChampagne. 90 WA.
Saint-Chamant Christian Coquillette Champagne Brut (375ml) // France 1996 75Beautiful, toasty, yeasty nose- vigorously effervescent, nice citrus, great- almost electric mouthfeel. Nice
medium length acidic and toasty finish.
750ml
Duval-Leroy Brut Champagne // France NV 70
There's a creamy edge to the quince, biscuit, honey and ginger flavors in this well-cut Champagne,which help to balance the firm acidity. Vibrant and expressive, with a zesty finish. 91 WS.
Jacques Copinet Brut Rose Champagne // France NV 90Pink salmon color. Very floral, with fresh notes of wild strawberry and citrus. Fruity and delicate with a
supple mlange of red berries, cinnamon and citrus. Long, zesty red fruit finish. From '99, '00, and '01
vintages.
Pol Roger Brut Champagne // France NV 100Equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. A beautiful gold straw color, fine bubbles, a
bouquet of floral and fruity aromas, ripe on the palate with mouthwatering brioche.
Argyle "Extended Tirage" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 1999 140Elegant, with very fine bubbles and complex spice, coffee, pear and toast aromas and flavors. 95 WS.
Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne // France NV 140Gorgeous notes of freshly cut flowers, raspberries, spices and minerals flow from this delicious
Champagne. The wine possesses outstanding harmony, particularly in the way the fruit carries through
to the long finish. The estates Rose is 45% Chardonnay, 25% Meunier and 30% Pinot Noir.
H. Billiot et Fils Brut Grand Cru Champagne // France 2004 150A powerful, intense wine layered with expressive red berries, mint, licorice and crushed flowers, all of
which are wrapped around an intense, mineral-driven frame. 93 WA.
Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Champagne // France 2000 185Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licorice
that linger. 94 WS.
Krug Brut Champagne, Grand Cuvee // France NV 275A smoky, intense wine, with layer upon layer of coffee, roasted nut, golden piecrust, ripe apple, honey
and spice flavors. 95 WS.
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Krug Brut Champagne // France 1995 425A very youthful '95. Delicate. Intense aromas of ginger, citrus, candied berry and multigrain bread turn
to honey, roasted almonds and graphite on the palate. It's all underscored by a precise structure and
creamy texture. Its structure keeps it persistent through the long finish. A picture of precision and
intensity. 98 WS.
Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Rose Champagne // France 1996 575Sweet, expansive and generous, the wine blossoms on the palate with extraordinary grace as layers of
silky, perfumed fruit open up in the glass. 97 WA.
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RIESLING
Austria
Loimer Qualittswein Trocken Kamptal // Niedersterreich, Austria 2007 44A crisp, focused Riesling, with apple, citrus and kiwifruit flavors. The powerful, mineral-filled finish
gives this extra lift. 90 WS.
Stadt Krems Qualittswein Trocken Kremstal Steinterrassen // Wachau, Austria 2008 65Very fresh and crisp, with lots of mineral, apple and citrus flavors that are backed up by plenty of fresh
acidity. 89 WS.
France
Ostertag Heissenberg // Alsace, France 2007 75This dry, creamy Riesling displays spiced flavors of grapefruit sorbet, lychee, honeysuckle and fresh
squeezed orange juice. There's an underlying energy, in part from the nervy acidity, but this is so
seamless you don't even notice the intensity at first. Delicious, with a lingering, mineral-tinged finish.
94 WS.
Rolly Gassmann Kappelweg // Alsace, France 2004 99Lilies, mint, and black currant in the nose, leading to refined and subtly-sweet, chalky finish with hints
of refreshing lemon.
Zind-Humbrecht, Brand // Alsace, France 2007 140Smells gorgeously of iris, lily-of-the-valley, linden, white peach, and grapefruit. Plush and tenderly
palate-saturating, dry-tasting at 10 grams residual sugar, its hints of tart and bitter red currant,
grapefruit rind, peach pit, hazelnut, and sage offer dynamic counterpoint with its generosity of fruit and
texture, persisting with uncanny tenacity, clarity, lift, and energy as well as mysteriously marine
minerality and scallop-like sweet-saline savor. 95 WA.
Germany
Robert Eymael (Monchhof) Mosel Slate Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 55Vibrant peach and lemon blossom flavors fill this to the brim, joined by plenty of cream and glazed
citrus notes. There's mineral and slate on the finish, with ruby grapefruit accents that offer plenty of
fresh acidity. 93 WS.
St.-Urbans-Hof Ockfen Bockstein Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 60
Hinting at graphite, this white delivers peach, Golden Delicious apple, warm baking spice and citrusaromas and flavors. It's all matched to a firm, tightly wound structure, with the acidity topping the
balance now. There's fine, stony length. 94 WS. 94 WA.
Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2008 60Extremely bright in aroma as well as palate impression, the wine is dominated by lemon and grapefruit,
with village typical cherry and cassis manifesting themselves as an invigorating chew of fruit skin that is
delightfully complimented by estate-typical impingement of CO2. 91 WA.
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Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett // Mosel- Germany 2009 60Features grapefruit and cassis with the bitterness of grapefruit rind as well as hints of stone and salt
offering counterpoint. 88+ WA.
Marcus Molitor Haus Klosterberg Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 60Slate, white peach and apple aromas, along with the "cool" black currant predominant in the vintage.
92 WS.
Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2007 65Lime, grapefruit and peach flavors with an undercurrent of mineral. It's balanced and has a crisp, tangyaftertaste. 91 WS.
Joh. Jos. Prum Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2007 85This Zeltinger is a soothing, creamy essence of liquid flowers, accompanied by orchard fruit essences,
vanilla, malt, and nut oils. 93 WA.
Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2003 85Terrific Auslese. Pure, vibrant and elegant, with a panoply of peach, lime and slate aromas and flavors
matched to a seamless frame. Lovely aftertaste of baked apple and vanilla. 94 WS.
Reinhold Haart Piesport Goldtrpfchen Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 90This haunting wine evokes violet, black currant and slate aromas and flavors, all defined by the taut,
racy structure. Light-weight, lean and intense, with a kaleidoscope of flavors on the expansive finish.
95 WS.
Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2007 95Gorgeous aromas and flavors of tropical fruit salad stay vivid and etched across the finish thanks to the
vibrant structure. Ethereal yet intense, with a snappy finish. 94 WS.
Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2009 130Racy and powerful, with loads of bright acidity behind the intense, concentrated green apple, peach and
ripe melon flavors. There's a concentrated minerality to this as well, with some fascinating hints oflardons and spice on the finish. 97 WS.
Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2005 180Silky, harmonious and refined, with apricot, apple, lime and mineral aromas and flavors matched to a
light-weight frame. Balanced, with its hidden structure evident in the tanginess on the finish and the
long, lingering aftertaste of baked apple. Puts it all together. 98 WS.
Washington State
Long Shadows Poet's Leap // Columbia Valley, Washington 2009 55Light straw-colored with an alluring perfume of flint, spring flowers, white peach, and melon. Made in a
Kabinett style (1.35 grams residual sugar), on the palate it is crisp, vibrant, intense, and impeccably
balanced. 91 WA.
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SAUVIGNON BLANC
California
Merryvale, Starmont // Napa Valley, California 2009 30Expressive notes of lemon, honeydew melon, alyssum flower, orange, honeysuckle and vanilla bean.
Star Lane // Santa Ynez, Caliornia 2007 36Herbal, with distinctive gooseberry and lemon-lime flavors. A light body wine with refreshing acidity.
Spottswoode // Napa and Sonoma Counties, California 2009 70Aromatic with peach, white pepper and hints of paper whites in bloom. Notes of flint whirl delicately
around flavors of honey and ripe pear.
Merry Edwards // Russian River Valley, California 2010 90The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights.
In the mouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear on
the lingering finish.
France
Didier Dagueneau Sancerre Monts Damnes // Loire Valley, France 2008 200White peach, gooseberry, grapefruit, chalk dust, and saline, alkaline intimations of ocean breeze in the
nose. This positively billows into a non-stop finish with bittersweet, musky floral essences (iris,
narcissus) adding to a shimmering interactive complexity of fruit, herb, and mineral nuances. 93 WA.
Domaine de Chevalier, Bordeaux Blanc // Pessac-Leognan, France 2005 215Typically 70% Sauvignon Blanc 30% Semillion.Displays lemon, honey, mineral, fennel seed and lime
aromas. Full-bodied, this fills the mouth with lime, apple tart and vanilla character. 97 WS.
Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2007 225
Weighty, but lithe and balanced, with gorgeous, alluring notes of honeysuckle, macadamia nut, whiteasparagus, lemon curd, quinine and straw all carrying through seamlessly on the long, invigorating
finish. 94 WS.
Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2008 205Ripe pear and white peach along with sage, and fusil, chalky notes of crushed stone. 93 WA.
New Zealand
Clifford Bay // Awatere Valley, New Zealand 2009 28Blackcurrant, guava and citrus notes. The palate exhibits the same fine fruit flavors with an under lying
flinty note typical of Awatere Valley fruit. The finish is long, crisp and dry.
Cloudy Bay // Marlborough, New Zealand 2010 65Tangerine, mango and citrus flavors are pure and focused, smooth, round and wonderfully refreshing,
with peach, Key lime pie, mineral and floral elements that really take off on the finish. 92 WS.
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PINOT GRIGIO and PINOT GRIS
Esperto Pinot Grigio // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2009 30Crisp and complex with notes of jasmine, broom and magnolia flower; notes of white peach, apricot, pea
golden apple, cantaloupe, acacia honey; hints of crushed stone.
Principe dei Conti Pinot Grigio // Delle Venezie, Italy 2009 30On the nose, this wine is rich and flavorful, displaying an ample bouquet with hints of almond. The taste
smooth, and harmonious, and it keeps a good acidity with great fruitiness.
Adelsheim Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 30Bosc pear, peach and apple flavors dominate the fruit profile, with a bit of spiciness.
Cooper Mountain Reserve Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 30Lush and round fruit flavors ranging from stone fruits to hints of peaches on the palate and are
beautifully balanced with elegant minerals.
Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc // Santa Barbara County, California 2009 40Zippy, fresh-fruit acidity that is matched by plenty of apple, pear, grapefruit, and pineapple.
Rene Mure Pinot Gris // Alsace, France 2009 50This wine has a light yellow and brilliant color, with green tints. The nose reminds white peach and
mandarin. The mouth is silky and presents a beautiful freshness. It evokes pineapple, orange and
bitterness of grapefruit. A crunchy, well-balanced wine.
Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris // Alsace, France 2008 55There's a nice salty minerality to this white, with crackling acidity supporting the white peach, quince
and kumquat flavors. This has fine intensity and length, with a vibrancy that enlivens the wine and a
long, smoke-tinged finish. Semi-sweet. 92 WS.
King Estate Domaine Pinot Gris // Oregon 2008 60
Light and juicy, brimming with Bartlett pear, cream and cashew flavors that keep singing through thelong, charming finish. 90 WS
Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2008 65Apple pie, mineral, piecrust and ripe mango aromas. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a very lively
finish. 91 WS.
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RHONE AND RHONE STYLE WHITES
California
Tensley Blanc, Camp Four Vineyard // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2009 60A blend of 65% Grenache Blanc and 35% Roussanne. Aromas of nectarines, quince, and white currants
are followed by a medium-bodied white wine revealing fresh acids as well as a heady finish. 90 WA.
Krupp Brothers, Black Bart Marsanne, Stagecoach Vineyard // 70Napa Valley, California 2006Rich apple, honeysuckle and citrus notes mingle with spicy almond flavors and refreshing acidity.
88 WA.
Dumol Viognier "Lia" // Russian River Valley, California 2008 125Fresh Lychee nut and tropical fruit notes. Good acidity as well as plenty of flavor intensity. 92 WA.
France
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 130Offers up liquid mineral, licorice, beeswax, citrus and tropical fruit aromas that lead into a medium
bodied, clean, balanced palate. Very fresh but with nice texture. NYR.
Domaine Saint Prefert Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 135Aromas of waxy rose petals and honeysuckle along with good freshness and minerality, plenty of body,
and a honeyed finish. 93 WS.
Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // 135
Southern Rhone, France 200940% Clairette, 30% Grenache Blanc, 15% Roussanne and 15% Bourboulenc. Delicate floral notes
interwoven with hints of pears, nectarines, red currants and crushed rocks.90 WA.
Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2006 199Buttered brioche, ginger, creamed peach and dried persimmon notes that hang on through the creamy,
rounded finish. Good latent acidity holds it all together, with deceptive length. 92 WS.
Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 210Superfresh, with blanched almond, green plum, yellow apple and verbena notes carried by almost brisk
minerality. The finish is really bright and mouthwatering. There's rather stony precision and this still a
touch tight. 95 WS.
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Condrieu
Domaine Clusel-Loch Condrieu "Verchery" // Northern Rhone, France 2008 125This is open now, showing pear and green apple notes alongside a core of peach and honey. NYR.
George Vernay Condrieu " Les Terrasses de l'Empire" // Northern Rhone, France 2007 140Really bright and superracy, with a tightly coiled core of orange blossom, honeysuckle, green fig,
yellow apple and chamomile notes waiting to gush forth. 92 WS.
George Vernay Condrieu " Coteaux de Vernon" //Northern Rhone, France 2007 199Broad and inviting, with a honeyed edge to the powerful core of creamed peach, melon and toasted
brioche flavors. The long, juicy finish is loaded with additional mineral, honeycomb and dried tropical
fruit notes, ending with a hint of bitter almond. 94 WS.
Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage
Domaine Combier Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, Clos des Grives // 110Northern Rhone, France 2007Wildly aromatic nose combines flowers, dried fruits, vanilla, spice and exotic citrus fruits. Medium to
full-body with great acidity. 80% Roussanne 20% Marsanne.
Jean-Luc Colombo Hermitage Blanc "Le Rouet" // Northern Rhone, France 1999 140Mature, with creamy almond, straw, coriander, lemon peel, butter, green tea and fig flavors that are
harmonious and balanced through the lush yet focused finish. 90 WS.
Tardieu-Laurent Hermitage Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2007 145Clearly modern, offering lush macadamia, Cavaillon melon and buttered brioche notes, but also
superpure and fine, with blazing minerality and a long, graceful, floral-filled finish. A beauty for its
combination of weight and precision. Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.
Other
Domaine Gayda Viognier Vin de Pays d' Oc // Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2008 35Peach and apple flavors dominate this medium-bodied white.
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DOMESTIC
California
Macrostie // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 60A rich, elegant style, with intense, concentrated citrus, green apple, spice and fresh-cut flowers. Full-
bodied, gaining depth and complexity on the finish, where the minerality shines through. 92 WS.
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Karia" // Napa Valley, California 2008 65Combines subtlety and finesse, with smooth ripe pear, melon, ginger, spice and hazelnut flavors that are
rich and full-bodied without being heavy. 92 WS.
Patz and Hall // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 70Clean and vibrant, with a mix of spice, green apple, citrus and honeydew melon.
Mer Soleil // Central Coast, California 2008 70Combines ripe, intense peach, nectarine and tangerine fruit, with touches of floral and spice. Gains
body and depth. A buttery style.
Brewer-Clifton // Santa Rita Hills, California 2007 75This is an elegant, crisp, restrained wine that really shows off how great cool-climate Chardonnay can
be.
Adobe Road, Bacigalupi Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 80Ripe pineapple, granny smith apple, and banana. The exploding entrance brings on a distinct minerality
with flint and wet rock.
Paul Hobbs Crossbarn // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 80
Ripe pear, kiwi, and stone fruits, leading to a citrusy finish accented with orange blossom and balancedacidity. Fans of Hobbs might want to try his South American wines as well, Vina Cobos.
Rodney Strong Reserve // Sonoma, California 2007 90Floral honeysuckle, ripe fig and melon scents are rich, full-bodied, elegant and refined. 93 WS.
Robert Craig, Durrell Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2009 95Bright, mouth-filling citrus and stone fruit flavors are enlivened with rich, spicy undertones and bracing
acidity.
Forman // Napa Valley, California 2006 110
Classic lemon blossom, apple rind, nectarine, and striking minerality. 91 WA.
Vineyard Seven and Eight "8" // Napa Valley, California 2007 110Displays loads of honeysuckle, orange blossom, and tropical fruit in an exuberant, sexy, medium to full-
bodied style, with gorgeous purity, length, and intensity. Luc Morlet is the winemaker. 92 WA.
Paul Hobbs // Russian River Valley, California 2008 110Plenty of plush, opulent tropical fruit and marmalade characteristics in this wine's medium-bodied,
fleshy personality. 90 WA.
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Shafer, Red Shoulder Ranch // Napa / Carneros, California 2007 115Loads of tropical fruit, pear, and honeysuckle. 92 WA.
Martinelli, Martinelli Road Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 115Aromas of wet river rocks, lemon zest, orange blossoms, poached pears, and a hint of subtle wood.
Good acidity provides zip and vibrancy to this medium to full-bodied wine. 93 WA.
DuMOL // Russian River Valley, California 2008 120Powerful tropical fruit notes intermixed with notions of buttered brioche, smoky hazelnuts, quince, and
wet stones. 90-92WA.
Far Niente // Napa Valley, California 2007 120Pure, clean, rich and layered green apple, pear, spice and nutmeg give this a tight focus. Full-bodied,
intense yet supple, with a long, fruity finish. 91 WS.
Kistler "Les Noisetiers" // Napa Valley, California 2008 125Very much in keeping with the top-quality Kistler tradition, this offers complex aromas of tangerine,
powdered stone and green citrus. Tightly wound and bracing throughout, dominated by its mineral side.
Precise and intense with uncommon energy that lifts it from the glass.
Pahlmeyer // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 130Tight and concentrated, with a dense, rich, chewy beam of dried currant, mineral, graphite, black
cherry and blackberry fruit that's intense and full-blown, both flexing its muscle while displaying deft
balance. Ends with a compact, layered finish. 93 WS.
Chasseur, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Valley, California 2006 130Burgundian in style, this is firm, with toasty, buttery oak joining ripe apple and pear flavors. The oak
gives this a spicy nutmeg scent. Ends on an elegant note, picking up a hint of marshmallow. 90 WS.
Newton "Unfiltered" // Napa Valley, California 2006 135Butter and oak with layers of peach, mango and honey and a touch of mineral on the finish. 96 WA.
DuMOL Chloe // Russian River Valley, California 2007 140Subtle honey, white currants, white peaches, and hints of tropical fruit such as pineapple. 96 WA.
DuMOL "Isobel" // Green Valley, California 2008 140Light straw/green color is accompanied by a sensational nose of white peaches, honeyed apricots,
nectarines, citrus oil, and spring flowers. Rich, full-bodied, pure, and long, 93-95WA.
Staglin // Napa Valley, California 2008 149Smooth and creamy, featuring supple tangerine, nectarine, peach and light toasty oak. Tight, focused,
full-bodied and understated, this ends with a fragrant citrus blossom scent. 90 WS.
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Oregon
Cancilla Cellars // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 60Sweet toast and yeast notes on the nose open to a much lighter and livelier palate. The palate explodes
with lemon zest and lychee. Fresh pear and refreshing acidity leave a long, lingering finish.
Pali, Shea Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 80Aromas of wet stone, honeysuckle, fresh apple and pear, opening into steely grapefruit and lime,
finishing with a hint of butterscotch. 92 WS.
Domaine Serene, Cote Sud Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 95Polished, creamy and nicely focused to show its pear, apple and hazelnut flavors, mingling easily
against fine acidity on the long, expressive finish. 93 WS.
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INTERNATIONAL
France
Bourgogne
Domaine Coche-Dury Bourgogne // Burgundy, France 2008 150From one of Burgundy's legendary producers.
Cote de Beaune
Village
Bouchard Pere et Fils Meursault "Les Clous" // Burgundy, France 2006 79Notes of vanilla, nutmeg, orange zest and cardamom, it preserves an admirable sense of delicacy and
finishes strongly with an entertaining alternation of spice, fruit and mineral flavors. 90 WA.
Louis Jadot Meursault // Burgundy, France 2002 90Its nose displays gorgeous richness, with sweet pear and almond scents. Expansive, deep, and fleshy,
this graceful, medium-bodied wine is packed with pears, apples, pepper, and sappy minerals. 90 WA.
Domaine Matrot Meursault "Les Chevalieres" // Burgundy, France 2008 90The Matrot domaine is one of the oldest estate-bottlers in Burgundy and one of the largest and most
important properties in Meursault. This is a special cuvee made especially for the American market,
and it sees 25% new oak. A perennial 90+. NYR.
Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2008 120Subtle, appealing nose of minerals. Lean, taut but complex on the palate: High minerality, good acidity.
Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 120
Floral, white peach and smoky pear aromas, bit of minerality in the center, oak is nicely integrated.
Domaine Frederic Magnien Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 125From the lieu-dit Clos Devant, a petite plot on a slope just before the town proper. Its not often you
find village vineyards with such good exposition; it explains the freshness and balance of this not-so-
simple village wine.
Domaine Hubert Bouzereau-Gruere Puligny-Monttrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 140Nicely structured, with aromas and flavors of grilled almond, hazelnut and dried fruit. Good length.
Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2006 155
A ripe, opulent style, sporting apricot, butterscotch and spice flavors.
Bouchard Pere et Fils Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 160Delicious floral and fruit aromas with a nice oaky note. An attractive marriage between power and
elegance, this wine also offers lovely smoothness.
Domaine d'Auvenay (Leroy) Auxey-Duresses // Burgundy, France 2003 240The rich, welcoming spiced apple aromas lead to a big, mouth-coating character jam-packed with
buttered apples. Deep, suave, and expressive, it also possesses a long, silky finish. 91 WA.
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Premier Cru
Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Clos St. Jean // 130Burgundy, France 2008Suave, satin-textured, supple, and straightforward, its sappy white fruit-dominated core lingers in its
impressive finish. NYR.
Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Caillerets // 155Burgundy, France 2008This offers loads of toast and spice, yet it's intense, balancing those flavors with creamy peach, appletart, butterscotch and mineral notes. 92 WS.
Domaine Alain Patriarche Meursault 1er Genevrieres // Burgundy, France 1995 265Racy and distinctive, with beautiful, pure, clean fruit and subtle toasted oak flavors. Mature and
complex with a smoky spice about it.
Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 1er Les Pucelles // Burgundy, France 2007 280 Lovely aromas of pastry, citrus and peach lead to lemon, apple and spice flavors in this expressive
white, which is beautifully balanced and lingers with a citrus and mineral aftertaste. 94 WS. 94 WA.
Grand Cru
Domaine Ramonet Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 215Domaine Ramonet-The master of Bienvenues. Ramonet's Bienvenues is superior to the majority of
Montrachets and Batard Montrachets. NYR.
Domaine Leflaive Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 325Evokes hazelnut, stone and pastry aromas and flavors. Bright and juicy, turning firmer and tighter on
the finish. Spice and mineral flavors play out on the aftertaste. 94 WS.
Piere-Yves Colin-Morey Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 350Aromas of lavender, heliotrope, white pepper, ginger, and crushed stone. Coming onto the palate with
an almost austere combination of pungency, chalkiness, and textural firmness, its bright lemon and
white peach suffice to inject a note of sheer juiciness. 92 WA.
Domaine Morey-Coffinet Batard-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2008 400Cream and elegant, exhibiting intense aromas and flavors of roasted hazelnut, peach, apple tart, vanilla
and toasted brioche. Focused and harmonious, this just keeps coming at you on the finish. 95 WS.
Bouchard Pere et Fils Chevalier-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 400Distinguished bouquet, with floral and fruit aromas as well as a toasty note. Complex and rich, without
the least heaviness, this wine is elegance itself. NYR.
Bouchard Pere et Fils Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 900Exquisite bouquet with a variety of aromas skillfully blended with a toasty note. Perfect harmony
between power, smoothness and delicacy. The "king of kings". NYR.
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Chablis
Premier Cru
Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Fourchaume // Burgundy, France 2006 75Chalky minerality in a matrix of lemon, grapefruit, and pit fruits. 88 WA.
Patrick Piuze Chablis 1er Vaucoupin // Burgundy, France 2008 125Lemon, grapefruit, and fresh apple in the nose of the Piuze 2008 Chablis Vaucoupin follow on a firm,
bright, stone-, salt-, and iodine-suffused palate. 91 WA.
Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Butteaux // Burgundy, France 2008 170Scents of green tea, mint, bergamot, gentian, and honeysuckle, along with saline, alkaline maritime
notes rise beguilingly from the glass. 92 WA.
Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Vaillons // Burgundy, France 2008 170Musky narcissus, white truffle, and a mysteriously pheremonal aura along with diverse ripe citrus fruits
cling to the Raveneau 2008 Chablis Vaillons, which comes to the palate alluringly creamy yet
persistently refreshing. 93 WA.
Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Montee de Tonnerre // Burgundy, France 2008 205Iris, narcissus, peony, heliotrope, lemon, white peach, and litchi combine for the knockout nose of
Raveneaus 2008 Chablis Montee de Tonnerre. Uncannily combining a sense of textural richness,
underlying extract, and decisively stony, alkaline, chalky, oyster shell minerality that go beyond its
fellow premier crus in this collection. 94 WA.
Grand Cru
Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 140Intense flinty, savory character signals this white's lemon, peach, yellow plum and mineral aromas and
flavors. 95 WS.
Francois Servin Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 165Built for the ages, stunning, with background notes of brioche, mineral, caramel, nuts and lemon. A big
center leads to a tight, full, dry, mineral-driven finish.
Patrick Piuze Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 180Still a little lactic, this white is all about the sea. There's a salty quality, along with oyster shell and
iodine notes. Lemon and apple add depth and interest. This is tight and sinewy, with a long aftertaste
and character. 93 WS.
Domaine Frederic Magnien Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 185Melted butter, preserved lemon, white pepper and a hint of small red fruitsa tell-tale sign of nobility in
a white wineshow on the nose...NYR.
Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 225Intensely saline and stony statement that finishes with an energetic crescendo of citrus and diverse
expressions of things mineral. 95 WA.
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Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 225Scents of gunpowder green tea, crushed stone, ocean spray, and grapefruit rind rise from the glass of
Raveneau 2008 Chablis Blanchots, which then displays a breadth and richness that one would not have
anticipated from the nose. Floral perfume and alkaline, iodine, and maritime mineral notes continue on
an almost custardy-rich, seamless palate and into a long, long finish. 94 WA.
Argentina
17-5-2Vina Cobos "Bramare", Marchiori Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 75This is Paul Hobbs' winery in Argentina. Rich and showy, but nicely detailed, with grilled hazelnut and
brioche notes weaving through the plump apple, pear and fig flavors. Long and juicy on the finish.
92 WA. 91WS.
Australia
18-4-4 Leeuwin Estate, Art Series // Western Australia 2006 135Medium straw-colored, it offers up a superb perfume of pain grille (toasted bread w/ butter), biscotti,
baked apple, poached pear, and tropical notes. Creamy textured, elegant, and concentrated. 95 WA.
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OTHER WHITES
Touquinheiras Clemen, Reserva // Vinho Verde, Portugal 2008 2950/50 blend of Trajadura and Alvarinho, clocking in at 12% alcohol. Fruity, but mouth puckering, with
a lemon-tinged finish on opening, this manages to pull its parts together beautifully to become quite
charming.
Bodega Norton Torrontes // Mendoza, Argentina 2010 33Citrusy, with hints of chive accenting the nectarine and grapefruit notes. Has a nice acidic backbonefor a Torrontes.
Tre Monti Vina della Rocca // Romagna, Italy 2009 38Elegant fragrances of melon and apricot, of honey and wildflowers. Mouthfilling flavors of ripe peach
and plum with a touch of almond on the finish. 100% Albana.
Saxon Brown Semillon, Cricket Creek Vineyard // Alexander Valley, California 2008 40Ripe pear, peach and nectarine notes are fresh and fragrant, with a hint of lime peel, appealing
juiciness and a detailed and spicy finish of hay and citrus pith.
Domaine Laurent Kraft Vouvray, Sec // Loire Valley, France 2009 45The wine is semi-dry and straddles a delicate balance between sweetness and acidity. The liveliness is
balanced with a certain roundness.
V. Girault Clos de Volagre Chenin Blanc // Montlouis-sur-Loire, France 2008 50Biodynamic-grown. This Chenin has very nice acidity and a small amount of sweetness. A perfect
match for white fish.
Wimmer-Czerny Traminer // Wagram, Austria 2007 56This is simply stunning. It bridges minerality, acidity, and stone fruits into the same package. There are
also apple and peach nuances to complement the spice.
Krupp Brothers "Black Bart's Bride" // Napa Valley, California 2006 85Abundant aromas of lychee nuts, rose petals, honeysuckle, and orange marmalade are offered in the
complex aromatics. Fruity and juicy with low acidity and a fleshy, full-bodied mouthfeel, it is an
enticing white. Marsanne, Viognier, and Chardonnay. 92 WA.
Livio Felluga "Terre Alte" // Northeast Italy 2008 120Fresh and aromatic, with sliced apple and pear. Full-bodied, with mineral, honey and dried apple notes
that follow through to a long finish. Very complex. Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon. NYR.
R. Lopez de Heredia, Vina Tondonia // Rioja, Spain 1991 120
The golden hue shows maturity, but there's still plenty of life in this traditional white, which is firm,fresh and a bit lean in texture, with quince paste, beeswax, almond and orange peel flavors. Rather
austere, but harmonious and elegant. Viura and Malvasia. 93 WS.
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ROSE
Commanderie de la Bargemone // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2009 38Offers a creamy aroma, with concentrated glazed ginger and dried cherry flavors that are accented by
smoky notes. The powerful finish features dried currant and spice. 88 WS.
Chateau Revelette Rose // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2009 40Tinge of spice upfront that leads to intense flavors of red fruit confit and ginger. Finishes crisp, with a
snap of glazed citrus. 87 WS.
Henri de Lanzac Tavel Rose, Chateau de Segries // Southern Rhone, France 2009 42A powerful and focused Ros, with a big core of red cherry, raspberry and red currant fruit laced with
spice and tobacco hints. A nice stony note weaves in on the finish, adding length and cut. 90 WS.
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PINOT NOIR
DOMESTIC
California
3-9 Loring, Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard // Chalone (Central Coast), California 2006 45Rich, deep, layered and concentrated, with loamy sage, dried berry and huckleberry flavors, framed by
tight, spicy, earthy tannins. This is not a bright, fruity style. 90 WS.
15-11* Black Dog Cellars, Haney Family Estate // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 59Project of Nashvillian Mike Haney, sourced from Martinelli fruit, and always consistently beautiful.
3-13 Loring, Brosseau Vineyard // Chalone, California 2006 60A savory, rich, intense and concentrated Pinot, with dense loam and berry flavors that pick up a mineral
and pebble edge.
14-15* Loring, Clos Pepe Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2006 60Austere, with a stream of earth, mineral, sage and dusty berry flavors that are focused and persistent.
14-19* Loring, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2006 60Complex and well-proportioned, with fresh, lively wild berry, black cherry and huckleberry notes.
Tightly wound, this is dense, elegant and spicy. 88 WS.
1-28 A.P. Vin, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2006 60Spice, blackberry and floral scents give this an alluring aroma. Offers a similar flavor profile on the
palate
1-5* A.P. Vin, Clos Pepe Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2006 60Grapey wild berry and raspberry flavors are tight and structured, with pleasant earthy notes.
1-27 Roessler "La Brisa" // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 65Nose with cola, spice, and cured meats along with herbed, foresty notes. Bright fruit on the palate
ranges from cherry to plum.
1-26 Miracle One // Carneros, California 2008 65Strawberry and raspberry explode. Made by Nashvillian Ryan Donnelly, a 2001 graduate of Father
Ryan HS.
1-25 Pillow Road Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 75Supple plum and black cherry fruit and silky texture. Medium-bodied.
1-24 CumbreofVine Hill, Hicks Vineyard // Santa Cruz, California 2005 79Raspberry and orange, with just a hint of bitters. Mouth-flooding flavors of silky raspberries, nutmeg an
ginger.
14-11 Esterlina // Anderson Valley, California 2007 79Ripe black cherry, plum, earthy mushroom and spicy cinnamon flavors. Fans of Goldeneye will like this
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14-23 Siduri // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 89Shows wonderful richness, density, depth and concentration, with pure, ripe, sharply focused wild berry,
blackberry and black cherry fruit that has great structure. 93 WS.
1-12 Patz and Hall "Chenoweth Ranch" // Russian River Valley, California 2007 90Intense, rich, ripe and vibrant, showing loads of blackberry, wild berry and raspberry fruit, with floral a
spicy scents. 93 WS.
1-9 Failla, Keefer Ranch Vineyard // Russian Riiver Valley, California 2007 90Shows excellent balance, with spice, wild raspberry, loamy earth and hints of tea and herb. 91 WS.
15-8 Saintsbury, Lee Vineyard // Carneros, California 2007 95Shows wonderful richness, density, depth and concentration, with pure, ripe, sharply focused wild berry,
blackberry and black cherry fruit that has great structure. 93 WS.
1-15 Loring, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 99Combines subtlety with finesse. Elegant layers of plum, black cherry and wild berry fruit that's delicate,
floral and spicy. 92 WS.
1-17 Loring, Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99
Ripe, firm, vivid blackberry, wild berry, black cherry, anise and mineral notes that are full-bodied andsubtle. 50 cases made. 92 WS.
1-16 Loring, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2008 99Gentle and supple-textured, yet firm and structured, with ripe plum, black cherry and wild berry fruit.
92 WS.
9-8 Loring, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 99Serves up a rich, layered array of spicy wild berry, black cherry, wilted rose and raspberry flavors that
are fresh and vibrant. Full-bodied, gaining depth and richness on the finish. 93 WS.
1-18 Loring, Brosseau Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99Firm and spicy, complex and concentrated, with a rich, vivid core of wild berry, blackberry, raspberry
and mineral. 93 WS.
7-15 Loring, Russell Family Vineyard // Paso Robles, California 2009 99Full-bodied, dense and concentrated, featuring a rich, pure mix of dark berry fruit built around
blackberry and wild berry jam, cherry and plum flavors. This is a jam-packed, extracted Pinot, but also
one of measurable finesse. 94 WS.
13-29 Loring, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 99Ripe and fleshy, with a gorgeous and generous array of wild berry, raspberry, plum and spice flavors
that are full-bodied, and at points both firm and delicate. The finish unfolds to reveal touches of mineraland spice. 94 WS.
2-4 A.P. Vin, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 99Intense, spicy and vibrant, black cherry and berry fruit that fans out nicely. 93 WS.
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12-21 A.P. Vin, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 110This displays excellent richness, focus and density of flavors, with a mix of dark fruit, as well as spicy
cola, raspberry, blackberry, black licorice, berry pie, berry jam and mocha notes. The flavors gain
depth and complexity. 94 WS.
2-29 A.P. Vin, Keefer Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 99Fresh and vibrant, with ripe, zesty wild berry and blackberry flavors leading to a fruity finish.
90 WS.
14-3 A.P. Vin, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2007 99Beautifully crafted, ripe and rich, this is supple, elegant and balanced, offering fleshy plum, blueberry
and blackberry flavors. 94 WS.
11-13 A.P. Vin, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 110Fresh, firm and vibrant, with a mix of cola-sassafras, wild berry, spice and floral scents. Rich and full-
bodied, deep and persistent, featuring a long, pure, focused finish. 93 WS.
14-29 A.P. Vin, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120Ultrarich and layered, boasting complex wild berry, blackberry and plum flavors that tilt toward jam
without going overboard. Fleshy, intense and deeply concentrated, the flavors build to a long, saturating
finish that covers the palate. 95 WS.
13-30 A.P. Vin, Turner Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2009 110Ripe and full-bodied, showing plum and wild berry jam flavors that have a spicy allure, gaining depth
and persistence on the finish, where the flavors linger. 91 WS.
14-1 Papapietro Perry, Leras Family Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2006 105Complex and well-proportioned, with a mix of smoky, toasty oak and ripe plum, wild berry and plumy
Pinot fruit that's clean and refreshing, ending with mineral-pebble notes. 91 WS.
2-27 Pali, Durrell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 115
A distinctive style that's dark, rich and layered, deep in black fruits, with ripe plum, blackberry andraspberry flavors. Full-blown and deeply concentrated, yet for all its depth and richness, this remains
elegant and refined. 96 WS.
2-5 Belle Glos "Clark and Telephone" // Santa Maria Valley, California 2008 115Concentrated mix of wild berry, blueberry and strawberry flavors, with scents of wild flowers.
91 WS.
6-7 Bonaccorsi, Cargasacchi Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2007 115Tight, firm and concentrated, with spicy wild berry, black cherry, blueberry, earth and mineral flavors
that are full-bodied, complex and persistent on the finish. 91 WS.
16-30 Roar, Garyy's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120Rich and layered, with firm yet supple mineral, plum, cherry, blackberry and strawberry rhubarb flavors
that are slow to unfold, gaining depth and dimension. 92 WS.
15-19*Goldeneye // Anderson Valley, California 2007 120Sleek, structured and full-bodied, showing good intensity and vibrancy. Offers dried berry, herb, sage
and mineral notes.
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2-25* Au Bon Climat Isabelle Morgan // Central Coast, California 2007 120400 cases produced. A blend of the best barrels from the best parcels produced at Au Bon Climat.
16-12 Hanzell // Sonoma, California 2006 130Deceptively concentrated, smooth and soothing. Ripe and fleshy, with dark fruit, black licorice, mineral
and fresh earth flavors. Full-bodied, this gains complexity and depth on the finish. 93 WS.
15-17* Paul Hobbs, Hyde Vineyard // Carneros, California 2008 130Intense and savory, with layers of dried berry, currant, herb, mineral and sage. 94 WS.
2-21* Landmark, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 135Very ripe, with great depth, touching on berry jam. Yet this is balanced, complex, focused and pure,
with lively wild berry. 94 WS.
2-11* Chasseur, Umino Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 135Cherry, red plum, boysenberry, raspberry and wild strawberry impressions rise above the Oriental spice
notes.
15-9* Chasseur, Freestone Station Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 135Red raspberry, red cherry, red plum, and pomegranate lead to a finish that is nearly endless.
4-16 Fiddlehead, Fiddlestix Vineyard "Lollapalooza" // Santa Rita Hills, California 2008 155Blackberry, dark cherry, and graphic-like minerality. Concentrated blueberry and sweet tobacco leaf
flavors are rounded by refined chalky tannins and elegant structure. Dark plum and a hint of baker's
chocolate linger on the palate.
2-13* Paul Hobbs, Lindsay Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 160Tasty red plum and black cherry fruit is supple, elegant and delicate. 91 WS.
4-29* DuMOL "Aidan" // Russian River Valley, California 2008 170Medium dark ruby red; full rich enveloping nose with great complexity and multiple layers. Grassy sour
cherry notesdarken to violet and subtle truffle tones. Full spectrum of ripe fruit flavors from redcurrant to darker cherry and earlyforest floor complexity.93 WA.
5-17* DuMOL "Estate" // Green Valley, California 2008 180Clear bright garnet red; multi layered aromas of cranberry and dried flowers becoming red and black
cherry with a slightgrassy black tea element. Crunchy red fruits dominate the palate entry with redapple skin notes that deepen to typicalGreen Valley raspberry and cola flavors. Youthful structure
becomes suppler with aeration. Tea leaf and baking spicenotes on the fresh savory finish. 92 WA.
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Oregon
1-1* A to Z // Oregon 2009 32Super sexy and spicy on the nose with aromas of apricots, blueberries, Bing cherries, blood oranges,
gingerbread, white pepper, sweet Eastern spices, violets, tea and sweet pipe tobacco. In the mouth, the
wine has refreshing acidity with silky tannins and rich flavors mirroring the aromatics.
8-18 Pali "Alphabets" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 45Rich and penetrating palate of velvety red currant followed by a cherry core that is accented by savory
porcini mushroom.
4-14 Solena "Grand Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 50Ripe and generous, offering a big mouthful of blackberry and blueberry flavors on a refined, deftly
balanced frame, this is broad without a lot of weight. A hint of mineral character adds something extra
to the finish. 91 WS.
1-3* Adelsheim // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 55With its broad array of origins and clones, thiswine displays red aromas (candied cherry,pomegranate
and raspberry), on the nose andthe palate. In addition, one finds a light touchof brown spices.
14-12 Cooper Mountain, Reserve // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 60100% organic and biodynamic certified grapes. It is a three vineyard blend offering up an enticing nose
of smoke, underbrush, spice box, floral notes, cherry, and strawberry. Layered on the palate with
excellent depth and concentration, this succulent effort is elegant and well-balanced. 90 WA.
4-31* Rocco // Willamette Valleey, Oregon 2008 65Bright and jazzy, with crisp tannins around a lively core of peppermint-accented raspberry. Stays light
and agile as the finish revs up. 92 WS.
1-11 Spindrift "Reserve" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 85Lithe, supple and distinctive for its delicate raspberry, orange peel and fresh sage aromas and flavors,
lingering against fine tannins on the light, appealing finish. 90 WS.
3-14 Spindrift "Reserve" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90Silky in texture, this dark, spicy red is fragrant with smoke, toast and mineral overtones as the cherry
fruit character rolls nicely through the long finish. NYR.
3-17* Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2007 90Superb bouquet of smoke, cinnamon, rose petal, cherry, and cranberry. Spicy, expressive, and medium-
bodied on the palate, it displays a racy personality marked by savory flavor and vibrant acidity. 90 WA
14-24 Domaine Serene "Yamhill Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90
Expressive nose of spicy red fruits and considerable terroir character. On the palate the fruit leans tothe dark side of the spectrum with intense black cherry and black raspberry flavors as well as excellent
grip, balance, and length. 91 WA.
1-7* Penner-Ash // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90Displays an enticing nose of rose petal, incense, spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry. This
leads to a medium-bodied wine with excellent grip, spicy black fruit flavors, good volume, and excellent
length. 91 WS.
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INTERNATIONAL
France
Bourgogne
3-3 A. & P. de Villaine Bourgogne "La Fortune" // Burgundy, France 2007 59Fresh cherry, with spice accents. A little dry on the finish. From the proprietor of DRC.
1-10 Coche-Dury Bourgogne // Burgundy, France 2009 165Even the Bourgogne from this esteemed producer sets itself apart.
Cote Chalonnaise
Village
Claudie Jobard Rully "La Chaume" // Burgundy, France 2009 68Soft entry, with bright ripe black cherry fruit leading the way. The structure comes through on the back
end, with some earthy spice showing as well.
Cotes de Beaune
Premier Cru
3-29* Louis Jadot Beaune 1er Boucherottes // Burgundy, France 2006 120Cherry, spice earth and iron notes course throughout from start to finish. 91 WS.
3-5 Bouchard Pere & Fils Volnay 1er Clos des Chenes // Burgundy, France 2007 140Raspberry and cherry flavors, integrated tannins as this unfolds and lingers on the long, berry- and
spice-filled finish.91 WS.
Cotes de Nuits
Village
3-4 Chanson Pere & Fils Gevrey-Chambertin // Burgundy, France 2005 120A modern style, exhibiting black cherry and dark plum notes, with a touch of chocolate. The polished
frame has dense tannins to back it up, and the finish lingers. 89 WS.
3-10 Bouchard Pere et Fils Nuits-St.-Georges // Burgundy, France 2009 125Intense aromas of berry fruit and spice.
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Premier Cru
4-1 Domaine Tortochot Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Les Champeaux // Burgundy, France 2009 155Masculine with smoky red berry and tobacco flavors. Very structured in the mouth.
3-6 Nicolas Potel Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Les Pruliers // Burgundy, France 2006 160Redcurrant, licorice and oak aromas. Ripe and sweet with red berry and good acidity.
3-25* Domaine Dujac Vosne-Romanee 1er Les Beaux Monts // Burgundy, France 2007 240Jasmine, lily, and black tea perfume A tart berry edge to its ripe fruit as well as intense inner-mouthperfume, ginger, cumin, and star anise all inform a long finish. This has real complexity. 91 WA.
13-21* Domaine Perrot-Minot Chambolle-Musigny 1er Les Echanges // Burgundy, France 2007 240Deep red. Smoky red and black berries complicated by mocha. A round, rather easygoing wine
that finishes with dusty tannins and good length. 90 Tanzer.
13-27* Domaine Perrot-Minot Nuits-St.-Georges 1er La Richemone Vieilles Vignes // 240Burgundy, France 2007This is round, supple and generous, showing black cherry, vanilla and mineral notes. 91 WS.
Grand Cru
3-15* Domaine Louis Latour Corton Clos de la Vigne au Saint Grand Cru // 130Burgundy, France 2002This parcel has perfect southerly exposure on the hill of Corton and lies on a bedrock outcrop towards
the bottom of the slope. This wine is concentrated, rich and expressive in its abundant aromatics. It is
mineral-driven, more elegant than powerful.
3-19 Domaine Louis Latour Chambertin "Cuvee Heretiers" Grand Cru // 215Burgundy, France 1997Displays a robust alliance of intense fruit and noble soil with the vigor and concentration of fine andfully-mature Pinot Noir grapes. It is complemented by a firm, intense finish which mellows out in time
and attains heightened complexity with further ageing.
3-7 Domaine Gabriel Tortochot Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 225A background trace of wood sets off reticent but pure and earth red, blue and violet aromas that are
followed by wonderfully intense, dense and powerful broad-shouldered flavors that both coat and stain
the palate. 93 Burghound.
3-20 Nicolas Potel Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 240An attractive smoky component is reminiscent of the sweet aromas of burning vine cuttings. There are
firm tannins, yet overall this red is elegant and fresh, with fine length. 92 WS.
3-8 Emmanuel Rouget Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 250A sweet, spicy profusion of cinnamon, ginger, cocoa powder, lily perfume, maraschino, and kirsch soar.
The palate exhibits unexpected depth and richness of roasted meats, chalk, and saline savor, though to
be sure, the bright red fruits and spices never flag. 94 WA.
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16-15 Dominque Laurent Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 325Cedar, concentrated beef bouillon, liqueur-like black fruits and quarry dust rise from the glass of
Laurent's 2006 Clos De La Roche Vieilles Vignes, whose three growers are situated in what he calls
"the Clos within the 'Clos'." 96 WA.
5-27 Bouchard Pere et Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 450Intense aromas of red fruit and terroir, with oaky touches. In a superb ensemble, this wine is a blend of
the elegance of its terroir and the power of its Grand Cru standing. NYR.
6-11 Bouchard Pere et Fils Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 450Complex bouquet of red berry fruit with a hint of spice and an oaky note. Dazzling elegance on the
palate, with a perfect blend of finesse and raciness. NYR.
13-23 Domaine Leroy Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 1350Ripe plum, cherry and their pits; roasted meats; salt and crushed stone are all prominent in a Pinot of
formidable aromatic and gustatory intensity; abundant but refined tannin; and a reverberative finish
that rings changes on your palate. 95 WA
Argentina
1-29* Calathus // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 55Black cherry and black raspberry lead to a silky, medium-bodied Pinot. 90 WA.
3-31 Bodega Chacra Cincuenta y Cinco // Patagonia, Argentina 2007 190Rose petal, crushed cherry and sandalwood aromas that lead the way for supple, stylish cherry and red
currant fruit.
New Zealand
1-31 Yealands // Marlborough, New Zealand 2008 40Tight and beautifully focused, delivering a juicy mouthful of raspberry, wild strawberry and
pomegranate flavors that linger on the sleek, bright finish. 91 WS.
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MERLOT
4-7 Clos du Val // Napa Valley, California 2005 60Sweet black cherry fruit aromas with hints of cassis and black olive; medium-bodied with dark cherry
and blackberry fruit.
4-2 Wild Oak by St. Francis // Sonoma County, California 2004 70Cherry and berry aromas blend with dark berries and a hint of chocolate on the palate.
4-8 Grgich Hills // Napa Valley, California 2005 75Soft and supple, displaying dusty cedar and red currant aromas, with elegant, well-focused plum,
espresso and roasted dill flavors.
4-3 Reynolds Family, Stags Leap District // Napa Valley, California 2006 75Coffee and berry fruit intermixed with hints of toasty oak, sweet cherries, and barbecue smoke.
15-7 Steltzner, Estate Stag's Leap District // Napa Valley, California 2007 75Satisfying flavors of blueberries andcream with hints of cherries and some vanillaand oak notes from the barrels. There arenice dry tannins throughout that are wellintegrated and provide a long satisfying finish. Very Right Bank.
4-9 Shafer // Napa Valley, California 2007 85Dark and muscular, with blackberry and graphite aromas and youthful, concentrated black cherry and
mocha fruit that show notes of roasted herb, with a hint of game. 92 WS.
4-4 Pahlmeyer // Napa Valley, California 2006 85Exhibits sweet chocolate, mocha, cola, black cherry, and plum aromas and flavors as well as full body,
a sumptuous, dense texture, and no hard edges. The beautifully integrated acidity, tannin, and wood
result in a hedonistic, mouthfilling, luscious Merlot. 94 WA.
4-10 Pahlmeyer // Napa Valley, California 2007 95
This sumptuous wine offers beautiful melted chocolate, cocoa, and espresso notes intermixed with blackcherry, plum, fig, and blackberry fruit. 96 WA.
4-5 Cakebread // Napa Valley, California 2006 105Concentrated black cherry and plum flavors balanced by bright acidity and round, supple tannins,
concluding in a long, elegant finish that showcases a refreshing minerality.
4-11 Blackbird "Arise" // Napa Valley, California 2007 11075% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, exhibits a forest floor, Burgundian-like
component. 92 WA.
4-6 Terralsole "Coldoro" // Tuscany, Italy 2005 110Very fresh and clean, with strawberry and floral character. Full-bodied, with good fruit.
4-12 Pride Mountain // Sonoma-Napa Counties, California 2007 125Lush and rich, yet impeccably structured, with bold red currant and toasty mocha aromas and layered
flavors of ripe plum, loamy earth and spice, finishing with big but ripe tannins. 94 WS.
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2-9 Efeste "Jolie Bouche", Boushey Vineyard // Yakima Valley, Washington 2008 105Focused, sharply defined and beautifully expressive, this packs an enormous range of red berry,
pomegranate, tomato leaf and roasted beet flavors into a taut, savory jet of deliciousness. Stylish,
balanced and raucous all at the same time. 95 WS.
5-6 McCrea Cuvee Orleans // Columbia Valley, Washington, 2004 110Black cherry, and blueberry. Silky on the palate. 6% Viognier. Stunning Cote-Rotie style blend.
90 WA.
5-10 Martinelli Terra Felice // Russian River Valley, California 2004 120Rich flavors and aromas of plum, violets, and tobacco. Pair this wine with game.
5-7 JC Cellars, Halley Rockpile Vineyard "Rockpile" // Sonoma, California 2006 125Intense and vibrant, with rich, full-bodied blackberry, wild berry and blueberry fruit that's deep and
concentrated. 95 WS.
5-9 Darioush // Napa Valley, California 2004 130Brimming with ripe, supple black cherry and blackberry fruit that's pure, plump and plush.94 WS.
5-16 Craggy Range Le Sol // Hawkes Bay, New Zealand 2005 160
2005 Le Sol is simply an incredible wine, a massive nose of black plum, game and a touch of tar, thepalate full-bodied with robust tannins and just like the great Northern Rhone producers, delivers a
svelte, elegant finish that belies the powerful fruit that charges this wine along. If you doubt New
Zealand can make world-class wines, then try this. 95 WA.
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ZINFANDEL
5-19* Rombauer // California 2009 55Opening with a burst, this wine boasts aromas of blackberry and boysenberry jam. On the palate, rich,
juicy fruit loaded with ripe wild berries, plum, fig and black cherry flavors. Supple tannins and smooth
oak notes show in the lush, mouth-filling finish.
5-21 Sanctuary, Mariah Vineyard // Mendocino, Lake County, California 2006 55Sleek and well-focused, with black cherry and spice aromas and lively plum and smoky licorice flavors.
88 WS.
15-31* Seghesio "Old Vine" // Sonoma County, California 2008 60Dense and powerful, with blackberry, sage and olive aromas that lead to deep, slightly rustic flavors
of huckleberry and white pepper. 90 WS.
14-2 Black Dog Cellars, Haney Family Estate // Russian River Valley, California 2007 60A refined style, offering generous aromatics of bright cherry and blueberry with a tinge of oak. Soft yet
supple on the palate, the wine glides through a myriad of fruits, ending pleasantly with vanilla and
chocolate notes.
5-26 Ridge // Paso Robles, California 2006 75Rustic and chewy, with black cherry, herb and mineral aromas and concentrated raisin, pepper and
smoke.
9-20 Novy, Papera Ranch Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2009 75Jammy and easygoing, with raspberry and tons of smoky toast aromas and juicy cherry and spicy
vanilla flavors.
5-23 Williams Selyem, Feeney Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 90Exhibits deep, peppery, earthy, herbal notes intermixed with black raspberry, sweet cherry, and damp
earth. It is full-bodied and has lots of glycerin, power, and a long finish. 92 WA.
5-24 Deerfield Ranch, Buchignani-Garcia Vineyard Old Vine Reserve // 90Dry Creek Valley, California 2006Erupts in wild berry, currant, cola, leather, mocha and peppery spice flavors that are so rich and deep
and long-lasting. Pricey, but sets a benchmark for Zinfandel. Only 550 cases were produced. 95 WE.
5-25 Martinelli "Lolita Ranch" // Russian River Valley, California 2007 125Aromas of spice box, ground pepper, ripe strawberries, meat juices, roasted herbs, and damp forest
floor. 95 WA.
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MALBEC
5-29 Vina Cobos "Felino" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 38Vina Cobos is Paul Hobbs' Argentine winery. Purple color; floral notes, black cherry and blueberry;
layered, velvety-textured, over-delivers. 91 WA.
5-28 Bodega Luigi Bosca Lujan de Cuyo Reserva // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 54Dark, with a core of plum, melted fig and iron covered by dark cocoa and espresso. A flash of minerality
peeks in on the long, rich finish. 90 WS.
2-30 Norton "Privada" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 58Rich and dense, offering beautifully detailed mocha, boysenberry, fig and black currant notes, all
framed by alluring spice, anise and graphite, with a long, rich finish. 92 WS.
5-32 Bodegas Familia Humberto Barberis Gran Reserva // Mendoza, Argentina 2004 65Shows a maturing hint, with soft plum, fruit cake and cocoa powder notes carried by fine-grained
structure. Soft, smoky finish.
5-31 Tikal "Amorio" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 65A glass-staining opaque purple, it offers up a splendid bouquet of sandalwood, Asian spices, incense,
black cherry, and blackberry. 93 WA.
6-1 Catena "Alta" // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 99Ripe and concentrated, boasting vibrant aromas and flavors of crushed blackberry, raspberry and
cassis, which unfold to reveal layers of spice, licorice and sweet oak as hints of graphite fill the long,
juicy finish. This has power, but is well-balanced. 93 WS.
6-3 Achaval-Ferrer "Finca Altamira" // Mendoza, Argentina 2005 140Starts with a gorgeous nose of crushed plum and bluebell aromas before following up with a very
concentrated but deftly balanced palate of plum sauce, spice, blueberry, boysenberry and sweet black
licorice, all held together by a vibrant, minerally spine. The finish is superlong and supersilky. 94 WS.
6-2 Vina Cobos "Bramare", Marchiori Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 140Vina Cobos is Paul Hobbs' winery in Argentina. A big, ripe, powerful rendition of Malbec, with
boysenberry, linzer torte and loganberry fruit pumping along mocha-infused toast. The lush finish is
loaded with velvety tannins that let the fruit drip on. An impressive, hedonistic style. 93 WS.
6-4 Alta Vista "Alto" // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 150A glass-coating opaque purple color, it exhibits a brooding, Bordeaux-like bouquet of exotic spices and
black fruits. Combines elegance with power70% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. 95 WA.
6-6 Bodega Catena Zapata, Nicasia Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 160
Dense and layered, with loads of braised fig, currant paste, crushed plum and macerated blackberryfruit. 95 WS.
6-5 Bodega Catena Zapata, Adrianna Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 160This is powerfully rendered, with dark fig, black tea, melted licorice and plum sauce notes cascading
over one another. 94 WS.
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON AND CABERNET BASED BLENDS
DOMESTIC
California
6-15 Little Lion Wine Company "The Rule" // Napa Valley, California 2008 44Owner Tony Leonardini's number one rule is to let the vineyard do the work, as such, there is little
manipulation in this wine. Just solid Napa Cab.
6-14 Ladera, Lone Canyon Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 70Herb, dried currant, smoky oak and cedary tobacco notes. Has nice balance, with a persistent finish.
91 WS.
3-23* Pahlmeyer "Jayson" // Napa Valley, California 2007 75Firm and meaty, with savory herb, dried currant, black licorice and blackberry fruit that's full-bodied,
focused, ripe yet elegant, ending with detailed tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Petit Verdot and Malbec. 90 WS.
6-17* Paul Hobbs "Crossbarn" // Napa Valley, California 2007 80 Marked by herbal, dusty cedar and loamy earth and leather scents, this full-bodied beauty exhibit
flavors of dried currant, black licorice, sage and roasted herb on the palate. 94 Enthusiast.
6-20 Neyers "Neyers Ranch" Conn Valley // Napa Valley, California 2006 85Pure, ripe and richly flavored, this fruit-driven red offers a complex mix of blackberry, black cherry,
plum and wild berry fruit, picking up mineral and cedar notes and ending with a dash of black licorice.
90 WS.
6-19 Chateau Montelena // Napa Valley, California 2007 85Abundant aromas of earthy, berry fruit intermixed with black currants, tobacco leaf and spice.
6-28 Stags Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis" // Napa Valley, California 2007 90Exhibits a dark plum/ruby color, medium body and notes of Chinese black tea, licorice, herbs, mocha
and black currants. This is a delicious, restrained, and elegant. 94 Enthusiast.
6-21* Caymus // Napa Valley, California 2008 90Openly fruit, rich, lush and layered, serving up a complex mix of plum, blackberry, black licorice and
spices. Full-bodied and supple-textured, ending with a long, persistent finish that keeps repeating the
core flavor themes. 93 WS.
6-25 Hidden Ridge // Sonoma, California 2004 95
Intense, perfumed plum and blackberry fruit that's well-centered and well-proportioned, finishing withfirm tannins. 92 WS.
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14-17 Ramey Claret // Napa Valley, California 2007 95Bordeaux-like in its subtlety and restraint, yet rich, flavorful, full-bodied and expansive, with a mix of
cedar, currant, cigar box, tar and mineral. Firm and focused, its elegance and refinement are
impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. 93 WS.
6-24 Luna // Napa Valley, California 2005 95Supple and harmonious, with herb, dried currant, anise, sage and dusty berry flavors that offer subtle
hints of spice, floral and sandalwood.
6-26 Groth // Napa Valley, California 2008 99Big and lush with huge gobs of fruit, yet possessing a soft and supple finish.
12-25 Ferrari-Carano "Tresor" // Sonoma County, California 2006 115Ripe, fleshy currant, black cherry and plum flavors, with spicy, herbal, cedary notes. Cabernet
Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. 92 WS.
13-13 Xtant // Napa Valley, California 2004 115A rich, graceful and seductive style that exhibits layers of ripe plum, currant and jazzy smoky, toasty
oak, with hints of mocha that fan out on the palate. Ends with ripe, supple tannins and a long, elegant
finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec. 94 WS.
4-20 Veraison, Stagecoach Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 115Firm and intense, with complex loamy earth, spice, dried currant, sage and mineral. Full-bodied and int
touch rustic at midpalate, with a dense, layered finish. 92 WS.
12-29*Miner Family Vineyards "The Oracle" // Napa Valley, California 2005 115Aromas of dark cherry and caramel segue into flavors of spicy plum, ripe blackberry with hints of cedar
and coffee backed by requisite acidity and supple, generous tannins. 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17%
Cabernet Franc, 14% Merlot, 7% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot.
12-31* Miner Family Vineyards "The Oracle" // Napa Valley, California 2006 100
Herbal and earthy, full-bodied and concentrated, with chewy tannins. Tight and closed, slowly revealingloamy currant flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot.
6-27 Altamura // Napa Valley, California 2006 125Gorgeous, rich, supple and juicy blackberry-laced Cabernet flavors that are bold and intense, yet supple
and refined, with complex mocha, roasted herb, espresso and anise flavors that combine power with
finesse. 94 WS.
4-15 Altamura // Napa Valley, California 2007 155A profound effort, offering wonderful purity of flavor, with tiers of anise and black licorice, generous yet
structured and elegant. This shows both power and finesse, ending with a wonderful burst of dark berry
fruit. 96 WS.
6-29 Ladera, Howell Mountain // Napa Valley, California 2006 125Dense, plush, rich and concentrated, wall-to-wall flavors, with layers of black cherry, black currant,
black licorice, mineral and graphite. Full-bodied and tightly wound with firm tannins, yet finishes with a
mix of juicy berry and mineral flavors. 94 WS.
13-32 Paul Hobbs // Napa Valley, California 2007 140Classic notes of charcoal, subtle smoke, black currants, black berries, and earth. 93 WA.
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7-5 Silver Oak // Alexander Valley, California, 2005 140A nose of black cherry, clove, cinnamon, lavender and licorice. It is seamless on the palate with a solid
core of berry.
6-31 Robert Craig, Howell Mountain // Napa Valley, California 2007 155There is something here reminiscent of a top-notch La Mission Haut-Brion, whether it is the subtle
charcoal/burning embers character, the blue and black fruits, the hint of espresso roast, the saturated
purple color, or the full-bodied, powerful flavors. 96 WA.
13-31 Orin Swift "Mercury Head" // Napa Valley, California 2008 155The aroma is of dark chocolate and toasty caramelized oak. There is also a hint of seasoned cedar and
rose petals. A big entry leads into a soft mid-palate with bright acidity and mouth coating weight.
Flavors of ripe black currant and semi-sweet cherries exit into a long finish with strong well integrated
tannins. NYR.
7-6 Nickel and Nickel, C.C. Ranch Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155C.C. Ranch sits along the slope of a knoll west of the Silverado Trail. N&N produces wine from 15
acres of this vineyard.
6-32 Nickel and Nickel, John C. Sullenger Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155
The home vineyard of N&N, the vineyard is situated in the heart of Oakville. Its 30 acres are plantedexclusively to Cab. 91 WS.
16-5 Nickel and Nickel, John C. Sullenger Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2007 175Aromas of subtle smoke, graphite and black fruits lead to a palate of blackberries and black cherries.
91 WA.
7-7 Nickel and Nickel, Rock Cairn Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155Dry-farmed site is comprised of deep, gravelly loam with a western exposure. N&N selects grapes from
nine acres.
7-9 Robert Mondavi, Reserve // Napa Valley, California 2006 160Earthy currant, blackberry and plum, with hints of herb, mocha and black licorice. 96 WS
7-8 Robert Mondavi, Reserve // Napa Valley, California 2007 200A wonderful expression of stylish Cabernet that's ripe, fleshy, complex and layered, highlighting ripe
currant, wild berry and blueberry, with touches of cedar and cigar box. The flavors gain traction on the
finish. 95 WS.
7-10 Crocker and Starr "Stone Place" // Napa Valley, California 2007 160Vibrant black currant and dark cherry are followed by raspberry, vanilla, lavender and stones. The
mid-palate brings exotic notes of cocoa, espresso bean, dried lavender and rose petals, while
moving into the finish with minerality, spice and cigar box. NYR.
7-11* Hall Kathryn Hall // Napa Valley, California 2006 160A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins
and a currant core. 96 WS.
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7-14 Forman // Napa Valley, California 2005 160One of the finest examples made at this estate in many years. His goal is to produce a California version
of Haut-Brion or Ausone, or even better, a combination of those two renowned Bordeaux. A deep
ruby/purple color is accompanied by a sumptuous bouquet of white flowers, black fruits, and crushed
rocks. 93 WA.
16-4 Forman // Napa Valley, California 2007 160The color is a healthy dense purple, and the bouquet reveals plenty of creme de cassis, licorice, wood
smoke, and forest floor notes, a soaring, multidimensional, velvety, full-bodied texture, and ripe tannins.
95 WA.
7-18 Rodney Strong "Rockaway" // Napa Valley, California 2006 165Intense, concentrated and richly flavored, with layers of loamy currant, anise, blackberry,
mineral and sage. 94 WS.
7-16 PlumpJack, Oakville Estate // Napa Valley, California 2005 170Full-bodied, chewy effort displaying