NEW RELEASES~

2011 Napa Valley Viognier (Case Club Only)

Night picked 'under the lights' on the sandy bench-lands of Oakville on September 30th. Why the wait? Superb tropical notes of guava and passion fruit on sun softened skins... Preserving those delicate aromas and full force flavors via whole cluster pressing is required, we pay the price in lower yields, but uncompromised quality is what we deliver. Fermenting 85% of the resulting juice in stainless steel and 15% in lightly toasted French Oak brings balance and tension. The result? Pale new straw in color, apricot blossoms, vanilla, honeysuckle, and guava fill out the aromas. Passion fruit, toasted nuts, Meyer Lemon zest and Honey Crisp Apples play on the pallet.

2011 North Coast Viognier

Our second year working with these amazing old vine Viognier beauties from Green Valley. Clearly we are onto something amazing here- California sun fruit loops & french styled minerals. Wow. Didn't think we could improve on our acclaimed 2010, but the proof is in the bottle. The sloping sandy soil restricts Viognier's inherent vigor, setting a concentrated crop. Lemongrass yellow-green in the glass, the wine has an ideal mix of fruit, floral notes, and acidity. Honeysuckle, white blossom and brown spice aromas (30% French barrel aged) are followed by green apple, white peach and subtle vanilla notes. 

2011 Napa Valley Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon

Soft rose petals meet the eye. Is that crushed limestone comingling with farm ripe strawberries and raspberries on the nose? Straight shock of raspberries tickles the tongue for certain. This delightfully dry and crisp wine of the pink persuasion is a crowd pleaser. By the pool. At the beach. To cool down on a summer day. With breakfast (it's 5pm somewhere)! Goes great with a Casper's Hot Dog (www.caspershotdogs.com) when beer isn't what you are after...

2009 Sonoma County Syrah (Case Club Only)

Garnett brilliance in the glass and presenting rich aromas of toasted oak, brown spices, boysenberries, and red cherries. Flavors of roasted nuts and opulent red fruit meld seamlessly with forest floor notes leading to a long, delicious finish punctuated by baking spice overtones and a bright fruit core.

2009 Napa Valley Cabernet franc 

Crimson. A vibrant example of the amazing bouquet and structure this grape can achieve at its pinnacle. White pepper, roasted herbs and red cherry aromas provide intrigue at the entrance. Dark cherry juice, red currants, sage and toasted oak hold court in the parlor. Cigars anyone? A wine of power and finesse; full bodied yet supple, approachable in its youth but capable of extended bottle age.

2010 Napa Valley Petite Sirah

Opaque huckleberry juice gets close to describing the astounding density of color and aroma. Blueberry pie, dark plums and sundried cherries fill out behind the massive boysenberry and baking chocolate flavors. Mouth filling and pallet coating, this wine finishes over the course of minutes, trailing with soft chocolaty tannins.

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2010 Russian River Chardonnay (SOLD OUT)

A white rose bouquet~ Gravenstein and Granny Smith Apples in the nose lead to rich Bartlett Pear and vanilla in the mouth. A rich butterscotch bass note surfaces in the finish, and gives way to crisp minerality.

2009 Lava Vine Viognier (SOLD OUT)

Meyer Lemon, and night blooming Jasmine highlight a supple bouquet that melts seamlessly to a silky mouthfeel. Green mango and orange blossom notes abound, balanced in the mid-palate by a perfect stream of sea salt minerality. This is a wonderful wine to pair with spicier foods.

2010 Clements Hills Grenache (SOLD OUT)

Deemed our "Thanksgiving Wine" it slams the senses with fresh cranberry and ripe cherry. Brilliant acidity ensures it will hold up to the Holiday table. Slight carmel notes add a richness to the body that will play wonderfully with the turkey, mashed potatoes, and gravy!

2009 Mt. Veeder Syrah (SOLD OUT)

Toasted almonds and rhubarb entice the senses, with a warm graham cracker and roasted marshmallow afterglow. A creamy, silky first sip builds to an impressive and balanced mouthfeel. This is a bold wine perfect for a romantic fireplace.

2009 Lava Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (SOLD OUT)

Forest floor strawberry and ripe bing cherry captivate the nose- A velvet mouthfeel introduces rich blackberry in the mid-palate followed with elderberry and cassis notes in the long finish. Exceptional balance and marked craftsmanship are undeniable.