Archive for July, 2008

Jul 03 2008

Indaba Shiraz Western Cape 2007

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Tasty plum, black cherry and sweet toast notes in an uncomplicated, fresh package. Drink now. 8,000 cases imported.

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Jul 03 2008

Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot Dry Creek Valley 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Offers fresh black raspberry and toasty vanilla aromas, with cherry, anise and spicy cedar flavors that finish with slightly dry tannins. Drink now through 2012. 1,222 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Vine Cliff Chardonnay Los Carneros 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

A rich, creamy-textured style, with layers of ripe fig, melon, apricot and jazzy smoky, toasty oak that gives this depth and complexity, with an expansive range of flavors. Drink now through 2011. 1,500 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Kistler Chardonnay Russian River Valley Vine Hill Vineyard 2005

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Aromatically complex, with a mix of ripe pear, fig, citrus and hazelnut flavors that are tightly focused, with lively acidity, excellent depth and balance and a long, lingering finish that keeps repeating the fruit and oak themes. Drink now through 2011. 3,645 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Bodegas Muga Rioja Reserva 2004

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Focused and balanced, this vivacious red delivers black cherry, mineral, mint and citrus peel flavors, with firm but well-integrated tannins and a fresh, floral finish. Drink now through 2012. 4,000 cases imported.

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Jul 03 2008

Stonecap Chardonnay Columbia Valley 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Crisp and spicy, a lively wine with wisps of clove and white pepper around the citrus and melon fruit, finishing with restraint. Drink now. 7,950 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Napa Ridge Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Light-bodied, with refreshing citrus, green apple, nectarine and pea blossom notes. Drink now. 5,000 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Firriato Nero d’Avola-Syrah Sicilia Santagostino Baglio Soria 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Shows focused aromas of boysenberry, blackberry and light vanilla. Full-bodied, with soft, round tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Beautiful and juicy. Drink now. 45,830 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Andrew Will Champoux Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills 2005

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Seamless and harmonious, with beautifully articulated, ripe black cherry, cassis and violet-tinged floral notes that mingle with hints of cedar and dark chocolate as the finish plays out against polished tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2009 through 2015. 1,185 cases made.

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Jul 03 2008

Barnard Griffin Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2006

Published by Merlot under Daily Wine Picks, Review

Supple, graceful and generous with its red berry and roasted red pepper flavors, lingering on the polished finish. Drink now through 2014. 7,033 cases made.

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