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"The 2010 includes a small amount of Petite Sirah to broaden the mouthfeel on the wine and add a little more dark fruit to the palate. There are aromas of raspberry, plum, black cherry, and citrus. In the glass there are flavors of plum, cranberry, black cherry, and classic spicy black pepper. The 2010 is a restrained vintage and will reward those with the patience to cellar a few bottles. "

"This wine has great varietal character, with sweet aromas of toasted oak and butter, balanced by flavors of ripe green apple and delectable baked apple pie. The rich, nutty flavors in this Chardonnay lead to a silky finish and a plush mouthfeel."

"The delicious 2011 Pinot Gris offers up notes of green apple skins, lemon rind, orange and fig. It possesses serious flavor depth, a zesty, dry, un-oaked personality, and 12 months of drinkability."

"Fresh red plum and blackberry jam aromas and flavors that are supported by caramelized and toasted oak notes. The round, full mouthfeel has just enough structure to lead into a fruit-focused finish."

"Aromas of guava and pear compote that take the tropical fruit experience to new heights. Viscous in the mouth, our 2011 Sauvignon Blanc is at once luxuriously rich and delightfully crisp – a memorable combination."

"Meyer lemon, kaffir lime, citrus, and grassy characters arise from the glass. The palate repeats many of the aromatic themes making the wine fresh and vibrant. Classic underlying minerality provides a seamless core of acidity and backbone that are hallmarks of our Fumé Blanc. A delicious wine from start to finish, this is a near perfect pairing with fresh oysters."

"Mocha, espresso and savory herbs add nuance and complexity as this dark wine gradually unfurls in the glass. I see terrific depth and richness here, but readers will have to be patient. There is a lot going on here."

"Our 2010 Sonoma County Cabernet is dark in color with lovely aromatics that range from dried herbs, tea and black cherry to coconut, vanilla and cocoa powder. The flavors include black currants, red licorice, black tea and toasty oak. This medium-bodied wine closes with well rounded tannins and a long lasting finish."

"Bright yellow. Pungent aromas of grapefruit, lemon zest, saffron and mint, with an underpinning of smoky minerals. Dusty citrus and apple flavors are complemented by a sexy floral quality and enlivened by zesty minerality. Finishes with excellent clarity and stony thrust, the floral note repeating. This taut, dry, deeply concentrated chardonnay should age gracefully."

"Soft and silky, with intriguing floral and crushed pomegranate aromas, this medium bodied wine was aged for nine months in small, French oak barrels which added a hint of toasty vanilla and spice complexity. Ideal for current enjoyment, this Pinot noir will age nicely over the next two to four years."