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NEWS FROM OF THE MONTH CLUB Since 1972 March, 2007 evaluated last month: 105 Rejected: 87 Approved: 18 Selected: 8 arch is no LIMITED SERIES longer winter, What’s New 2003, Casale dello Sparviero, but not yet Classico. This Month spring. She is Tuscany, Italy see page 2 part fireside Mand books, and part seed Chianti is always a very catalogs and birdsong. This pleasant wine and this one is month’s wine selections no exception. Hand-harvested Send Us Your will complement all the and made with TLC, this is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. e-mail Address! moods and activities of March. Enjoy. 2005, Torea, Sauvingon Blanc. send to: Marlborough, New Zealand [email protected] REGULAR SERIES Marlborough magic is in this bottle. No other region 2005, Copper Fish, in the world produces Petite Sirah. California Home Wine that is this In the past 15 years, Petite Tasting Parties good and at such reasonable Sirah has come into its own prices. No cellar should be & and has won awards without this wine. Winemakers Dinner world-wide. It even has its in Las Vegas! own fan club affectionately 2004, X-Winery, Cabernet named “P.S. I love you.” Sauvignon. California see page 11 P.S. We think you’ll love this X-Winery utilizes new selection, too. technology with traditional to create wines Gift Assortments 2006, Monkey Puzzle, with the texture and flavors of Sauvignon Blanc. wines that normally cost two to see page 9 , three times the price. The Monkey Puzzle tree is native to Chile. When 2005, Durandi, Pinot Grigio. Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Italy New Member mature, they stand 75’ tall and resemble a tangled You can’t beat a glass of Application mass of monkeys’ tails. In fresh, crisp Pinot Grigio to for a Friend contrast, this Sauvignon complement chicken and veal Blanc is straightforward dishes. Be sure to have one in see page 15 and simply delicious to your refrigerator to open when drink anytime. guests drop by. INSIDE THIS MONTH

WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB NEWS 1 ORDER FORMS 7–10 WHAT’S NEW?2UPCOMING EVENTS 11 REG. PETITE SIRAH, 2005. COPPER FISH 3 MEMBER COMMENTS 12 REG. SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2006. MONKEY PUZZLE 4 ADVENTURES IN GOOD FOOD 13 LTD. CHIANTI, 2003. CASALE DELLO SPARVIERO 5 REGULAR & LTD TASTING NOTES 11, 14 LTD. SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2005. TOREA 6 WORD ON THE STREET 16 Join us on the Web: www.WineoftheMonthClub.com WOMC-News307 2/20/07 4:40 PM Page 2

A NOTE WHAT’S NEW THIS MONTH? FROM YOUR CELLARMASTER Celine Dion has a show in Vegas called "A New Day". . . I haven't seen it and I am not particularly a fan...however, it really is a "New Day" here at Wine of the Month Club. We are in the process of upgrading our Member Service systems to help our Members get their wine faster, with fewer complications and as Paul Kalemkiarian inexpensively as possible. We are doing a “soup to nuts” transformation . . . new operating Is it March already? Wow! software, new shipping software, new stream- We are tasting so many lined labeling, website re-construction, better e-mail capabilities, a fresh Member rewards great wines these days. program, new facilities, and of course, we are There has been some over- going to taste more wines than ever to continue production in the last few to bring you the best values in the business! years and the Wine of the I have great vision to expand our offerings to

Month Club members are you, our Members. I am very fortunate to be surrounded by competent, concerned employees about to reap the benefits. who want to see our customers happy. Please use Look for some great values our Member Services Department to take care of all this year! Salud! all your wine needs; reorders, gifts, special orders, shipping issues, billing issues and just plain old wine talk. And if there is something that I can help you with personally, please call me and I would love to take care of your

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Membership in THE WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB is open to anyone with an interest in and an appreciation for superb wines... and excellent wine values. Membership is FREE. For more info write: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB P.O. Box 660220, Arcadia, CA 91066 Or call: 1-800-949-WINE (9463) or (626) 303-1690 FAX: (626) 303-2597 Visit us at: www.WineoftheMonthClub.com Newsletter written by: Elizabeth Schweitzer, Master

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ver 3200 hectares California growers were of Petite Sirah more concerned about are planted in blends than the distinct O California, mostly characteristics of the in the San Joaquin . The history of Valley. The grapes are Petite Sirah was forgotten. saturated in color with very dense fruit clusters. The The flavor of Petite Sirah wines are fragrant, dark red, can never be forgotten. The and concentrated. newly emerged Copper Fish legends told that the grapes Vintners know how to were really the French grape make the most of this grape. “.” Was it true? In 2003 The Vintners at Copper Fish researchers at U.C. Davis have complete faith in the used DNA testing to unravel take-notice flavors, value, the family history of this and quality of Petite Sirah. popular “California” grape. 2005 In this case, the legend was The 2005 Copper Fish Petite true: Petite Sirah and Durif Sirah is being hailed as one Copper Fish are not just related; they are of the best of the decade. Petite Sirah the same grape. The grapes were harvested (peh-teet sih-rah) at perfect ripeness. After In the late 1800s, Durif almost a year in small California was propagated as a cross American , the between the mildew- wine was bottled. The result Color: resistant Peloursin with the is a dark red color. The nose Dark red flavorful . The French is rich and concentrated Nose: vintner, Dr. Francois Durif, with dark red fruit smells, Aggressive ripe named the grape after cinnamon spice, black red fruit, spice, himself. When the grape pepper, and oak. It is a sweet oak was brought to the United full-bodied, huge mouthful Palate: States, it was renamed by of wine, with chewy tannins Complex, the American importers to and lush deep fruit flavors. concentrated, sound more appealing, The finish is endless. It’s rich red fruit, much as Mondavi calls a great match with grilled integrated tannins Sauvignon Blanc “Fume meat, barbeque, and Finish: Blanc.” The were strong cheeses. Long lasting finish planted during a time when

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hile has an old, the Coastal Mountains and storied wine has over 26,000 hectares of making industry. vineyards. The region is The first vines ideal—a low-humidity C were brought to with Chile in the 1500s. Over the loamy, sandy soil. The next century the growing has lured many top wine industry threatened name winemakers there to Spanish exports, so King make wine. Phillip II of Spain levied taxes and restricted plantings Pascal Marty is one such on Chilean wineries. Even luminary. He served as so, Chilean winemaking Director of Winemaking for 2006 thrived. In the 1700s the Baron Phillippe Rothschild French varietals, Cabernet for 14 years. He was the Monkey Sauvignon and , integral factor in launching were planted. By the the joint venture of Opus Puzzle late 1800s Chilean wines One with Mondavi. He is were exported throughout now the Co-General Sauvignon Blanc Europe. But the 20th Manager of Monkey Puzzle. (saw-veehn-yawn century brought political He has revitalized the blah) unrest to Chile, along with vineyards and built a new prohibition-like taxes and wine cellar. Monkey Puzzle Maule Valley policies. Vineyards were wines are an important piece Chile abandoned. The wine of Chilean wine history, and industry weakened, but are now achieving top marks Color: did not die. Thankfully, throughout Chile and the Pale yellow with since the 1990s Chile United States. green tints. has experienced a Wine Monkey Puzzle 2006 Renaissance. Thousands of Nose: Sauvignon Blanc is a pale Forward citrus hectares of vineyards have yellow color with hints of notes, granny smith been planted. The number green. The nose is inviting of wineries has grown from with smells of granny smith apple, parsley 12 in 1995 to over 70 in 2005. apples, forward citrus, and Chile is once again a world Palate: fresh green parsley. The taste Light-bodied, well- player, and the fourth largest is clean, fresh and youthful balanced, fresh, exporter of wines to the with apple fruit and a touch United States. of citrus. It finishes clean and youthful The Maule Valley is the most will be perfect with salads, Finish: planted region in Chile. It’s a poultry, and quiche. Persistent finish massive valley at the base of

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hianti is a large To use the Gallo Nero label, wine-producing the wines must pass a strict area located in taste test. Standard Chianti C Tuscany in central Classico bottles have a Gallo Italy. It is a designated Nero with a red border. DOCG along with Reserved Chianti Classico Carmignano, Brunello di bottles have a Gallo Nero Montalcino, Vernaccia de with a gold border. San Gimignano and Vino Reserved Chianti must be Nobile de . A aged for at least 27 months. DOCG (Denominazione di 2003 The 2003 Casale dello Origine Controllata e Casale Dello Sparviero is an exquisite Garantita) is a legal category example of Chianti Classico. Sparviero for wines examined, The wine pours a beautiful Chianti Classico controlled, and guaranteed DOCG ruby color with hints of to be of superb quality and / garnet and a friendly nose of characteristic of the area. The Canaiolo/Cabernet wild berries, sweet lilac Sauvignon/ Merlot Chianti DOCG is a single and dried cherry. The taste (san-geo-vay-say/ kan-ee- divided into oh-lo/ka-bur-nay saw- is dry, robust, and rich with veehn-yawn/ mare-low) seven sub-zones. The dark red fruit, cherry and Chianti wines are labeled Tuscany, Italy sweet oak. This is a wine after the sub-zone, or Color: for all occasions and will simply “Chianti.” Intense ruby red with pair especially well with light garnet tints The most famous Chianti meats, especially Arista di Nose: sub-zone is Classico, which Maiale con cannellini Wild berries, sweet lilac, dried cherry runs from the Florence (roasted pork with Palate: region south to the Siena cannellini beans–see recipe Dry, robust, dark fruit, region. Chianti Classico on page 13.) Buon Appetito! cherry, sweet oak wines are identified by a Finish: Pleasant supple finish black rooster (“Gallo Nero”).

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he world’s especially at night. Sun great wines without excessive heat lets result from the grapes ripen slowly, T the unique which in turn develops deep combination of a particular flavors and good acidity. The grape and a particular place soil of Marlborough, gravel that cannot be contrived with large stones and clay, is or duplicated. Sauvignon also important to this terroir. Blanc from Marlborough, Vineyards in this northeast New Zealand, is one of these region of New Zealand were great, remarkable wines. No first planted in 1973. It’s other place on the planet staggering that Marlborough can replicate the terroir and 2005 has achieved such greatness the resulting grape flavors of in only three decades. Torea Marlborough. Nowhere else It’s nature’s magic, plain does the grape achieve such Sauvignon Blanc and simple. distinctiveness. Although (saw-veehn-yawn- blah) grown with great quality in The 2005 Torea is classic in France (such as every way. The color is pale Marlborough and Pouilly Fume, and in golden. The nose is bracing New Zealand Bordeaux for the white with herbal aromas, ripe blends) only in Marlborough lime, tropical fruit, and red Color: Pale golden does the grape show its pepper. It is medium- unique aromas and flavor bodied, dry with bracing Nose: profile consistently year acidity and fresh ripe lime Herbal aromas, after year. Sauvignon Blanc fruit and a touch of mineral. ripe lime, tropical, red pepper grown in the Marlborough This wine is meant to be region imparts a “sense of Palate: drunk young; it’s hallmark place” as strongly as any Medium-bodied, piercing quality will be lost great wine in the world. mineral acidity, with age. So enjoy it soon mouth-watering, Sauvignon Blanc thrives in with oysters, grilled fish, or citrus, lime, Marlborough because of the salmon canapés. (See recipe passion fruit climate, which has plenty of on page 13.) Finish: sunshine, but not as much Concentrated finish heat. The climate is cool,

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REGULAR MEMBER ITEM # DESCRIPTION PRICE/ DISC. QTY. REORDER PRICE/ TOTAL UNIT CASE/EACH Chianti Classico, 2003. Casale dello Sparviero $203.88/cs L307C $24.95 32% “Wild berries, sweet lilac, dried cherry” $16.99/ea Sauvignon Blanc, 2005. Torea $155.88/cs L307D $19.95 35% “Herbal, ripe lime, red pepper” $12.99/ea , 2004. X-Winery $191.40/cs L307E $21.95 28% “Black cherry, subtle oak, coffee” $15.95/ea Pinot Grigio, 2005. Durandi $143.88/cs L307F $16.95 30% “Apricot, lemon, floral” $11.99/ea Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002. Encierra $239.88/cs L207C $26.99 26% “Dark fruit, spice, cedar, blackcurrant” $19.99/ea Merlot, 2003. Kenneth Volk $179.88/cs L207D $19.99 26% “Plum, berry, fig, mocha” $14.99/ea Lugana, 2004. Costaripa $179.88/cs L207E $18.99 22% “Apples, pear, cherry blossom, jasmine” $14.99/ea , 2004. Trewa $191.88/cs L207F $25.99 39% “Tropical fruit, ripe melon, fig, oak” $15.99/ea , 2003. Napa Redwood $239.88/cs L107C $34.99 43% “Plums, black cherry, spicy oak” $19.99/ea Syrah, 2002. Mandolin $143.88/cs L107D $17.99 34% “Blueberry, black currant, raspberry” $11.99/ea , 2005. Sander $179.88/cs L107E $18.99 22% “Peaches, pear, lime” $14.99/ea , 2005. Sander $143.88/cs L107F $15.99 26% “Ripe apple, floral, buttery” $11.99/ea Brut Reserve, N.V. Bailly-Lapierre $191.88/cs L1206C $29.99 47% “Apple, pear, mineral” $15.99/ea Recioto of , 2004. Bonny Doon $191.88/cs L1206D $29.99 47% “Raisins, pecan pie, raspberry” $15.99/ea , 2005. Dona Paula $167.88/cs L1206E $18.99 27% “Toasted oak, plum, baked cherry” $13.99/ea Riesling, 2004. Chateau des Charmes $167.88/cs L1206F $18.99 27% “Floral, mineral, lime, lemon” $13.99/ea You must be a Limited Series Member Sub-Total to order Limited Series wines. 8.25% CA Sales Tax S&H TOTAL 7 WOMC-News307 2/20/07 4:40 PM Page 8

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REGULAR MEMBER ITEM # DESCRIPTION PRICE/ DISC. QTY. REORDER PRICE/ TOTAL UNIT CASE/EACH Petite Sirah, 2005. Copper Fish $83.88/cs 307A $13.99 50% “Ripe red fruit, spice, sweet oak” $6.99/ea Sauvignon Blanc, 2006. Monkey Puzzle $71.88/cs 307B $10.99 45% “Forward citrus, parsley, granny smith apple” $5.99/ea Chardonnay, 2005. Crooked Limb $71.88/cs 207A $11.99 50% “Green apples, peaches, butter” $5.99/ea Merlot/Malbec/Cab. Sauvignon, 2006. Flagtree $95.88/cs 207B $13.99 43% “Raspberry, marmalade, floral” $7.99/ea Merlot, 2005. Canyon Oaks $71.88/cs 107A $11.99 50% “Berry fruit, plums, toasted walnuts” $5.99/ea Bairrada, 2005. Alianca $71.88/cs 107B $9.99 40% “Herbal, lemon, floral” $5.99/ea Brut, N.V. Rime’ $95.88/cs 1206A $19.95 60% “Grapefruit, lemon, green apple” $7.99/ea Canelli, 2005. Maddalena $71.88/cs 1206B $10.99 45% “Creamy apricot, pears, honey” $5.99/ea Malbec, 2004. Wild Gaucho $71.88/cs 1206C $11.99 51% “Tobacco,SOLD truffles, OUT Morello cherries” $5.99/ea , 2005. Colombelle $83.88/cs 1206D $10.99 36% “Citrus, floral, sweet melon” $6.99/ea Merlot, 2004. Kinderwood $95.88/cs 1106A $11.99 34% “Blackberry, spice, ripe fruit, vanilla” $7.99/ea Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay, 2006. Flagtree $71.88/cs 1106B $9.99 40% “Citrus, green herbs, honey” $5.99/ea Chardonnay, 2005. Bliss $71.88/cs 1006A $11.00 46% “Green apple, pear, butter” $5.99/ea Cabernet Sauvignon/ Merlot, 2005. Southern Most $107.88/cs 1006B $12.00 25% “Black cherry, toasty oak, cinnamon” $8.99/ea Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002. Brutocao $119.88/cs 906A $19.99 50% “Dark chocolate, black fruit, cedar” $9.99/ea Torrontes, 2005. Fantelli $71.88/cs 906B $12.99 54% “Yellow roses, cherry blossoms, lychee” $5.99/ea Sub-Total 8.25% CA Sales Tax S&H TOTAL 8 WOMC-News307 2/20/07 4:40 PM Page 9

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WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB 2007 GIFT BASKETS CPB THE CROWD PLEASER Let everyone savor the flavors of our biggest basket. Plenty to go around for all to enjoy! Basket includes: One bottle of 2003 Rosenblum Shiraz, one bottle of 2005 Sycamore Lane Chardonnay, Thatcher’s Popcorn, Artisan Breadsticks, Sourdough Truffles, Upper Crust Cookies, Savannah Cookies, Kara’s All American taffy, Kara’s assorted Chocolate Bars, Greek Gourmet Kalamata Spread, Mississippi Cheese Straws, Homestyle Peanuts, Dillions Peanut Brittle, Lady Walton Cookies, Stuffed Gourmet , Upper Crust Crostini, Nicolettes Cookies, Malto Bella Malt Balls, Classic Vanilla Caramels, Starr Ridge cookies, assorted hard candies. Delivered in a large oval basket. #CPB $114.00 + $9.98 CA sales tax + $14.00 Shipping & Handling ($19.50 S&H outside CA) $114.00 WCPB WINE AND CHEESE PICNIC This gift allows you to take the celebration with you. Everything you need to create your own special picnic. Basket includes: One bottle of 2002 Domaine St. George Cabernet, one bottle of 2006 Sycamore Lane Chardonnay, Northwood’s Cheese with Shiraz, Starr Ridge crackers, assorted hard candies. Delivered in our insulated double wine tote complete with cheese board, knife and corkscrew. #WCPB $49.95 + $4.37 Ca sales tax + $8.50 Shipping & Handling ($10.50 S&H outside CA) $49.95 SOMSPEC SOMETHING SPECIAL Chic and simple this gift will make anyone feel special. Basket includes: One bottle of 2002 Brutocao Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Kara’s Chocolate bar, Starr Ridge cookies, assorted hard candies. Arrives in a rectangular wicker basket. #SOMSPEC $19.95 +$1.75 CA sales tax + $7.50 Shipping & Handling ($9.50 S&H outside CA) $19.95 Add this amount to GIFT ORDER TOTAL on line 1 on Order Form on page 10 GIFT ORDERS TOTAL

1. All wine assortments, as well as the first month of WINE OF THE 3. All recipients must be 21 years or older. MONTH CLUB membership, will be handsomely gift boxed. 4. If any of the items to be included is out of inventory, we A card will be attached with your greeting. guarantee that we will substitute a product of equal or superior 2 Shipments are made by UPS/Fed Ex and are guaranteed to quality. Call us for weekend delivery. arrive in perfect condition. *Gift wrapping included. 9 WOMC-News307 2/20/07 4:40 PM Page 10

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CHIANTI CLASSICO, 2003. CASALE DELLO SPARVIERO SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2005. TOREA Date Tested Color Date Tested Color Nose Nose Taste Taste Tracking Notes Tracking Notes Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments

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A report on how previous LIMITED SERIES Selections are faring with age. Obtained from actual tastings on wines under cellar conditions and/or vintner, importer or wholesaler surveys.

March 2003 Syrah, 1999. McDowell Reserve. Drink now. Cabernet Sauvignon, 1997. St. Michel. Drink now. March 2004 Rosso del Montalcino, 2001. Casanova di Neri. Drink up. , 1998. Gandia. Drink now. March 2005 MC2, 2001. Rymill. Drink or hold. Bordeaux, 2000. Chateau Haut-Bellevue. Drink or hold thru 2008. March 2006 Red Blend, 2004. X-Winery. Drink now or hold thru 2007. Syrah, 2001. Bridlewood. Drink now or hold thru 2007.

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ADVENTURES IN GOOD FOOD longs for Italian food. This The herbaceousness of the Torea Sauvignon recipe will pair perfectly with the Blanc and the tender flavors of the salmon Chianti Classico, Casale dello Sparviero. are a match made in heaven Enjoy! Mangia bene! SMOKED SALMON CANAPÉS ARISTA DI MAIALE CON INGREDIENTS: CANNELLINI (PORK LOIN WITH 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter CANNELLINI BEANS) 1/3 cup snipped chives INGREDIENTS: 1/2 lb thinly sliced smoked salmon 3 lbs. pork loin center cut, with or 1 cup mascarpone cheese without bone 3 Tbsp. fresh chopped dill 3 cloves 36 one-inch rounds of wheat bread 2 small sprigs fresh rosemary Dill sprigs 1 garlic head, whole PREPARATION: 1 lb. cannellini beans Combine butter and chives. Set aside. Olive oil Salt Stir mascarpone cheese with chopped dill until fluffy. Fit pastry bag with fine tube and Black pepper, freshly ground fill with cheese mixture. PREPARATION: Roll bite-size pieces of smoked salmon in to Soak the cannellini beans in water overnight. one-inch high cone shapes. Set aside. Spike the meat in the center with a battuto of To assemble: Spread chive butter on bread garlic, rosemary and cloves. (A battuto is a rounds. Place rolled salmon cones upright on finely chopped mixture of herbs used to bread rounds. Pipe the dill cheese into center flavor Italian dishes-in this case garlic, of each salmon cone. rosemary, and cloves.) Brush the meat with oil, add salt to taste and set aside for Garnish with dill sprigs. one hour. Preheat the oven to 450°. Place the meat in a greased baking pan, roast for 2 hours, turning the meat frequently. While the arista (spit or oven-roasted pork) is cooking, drain the beans. Fill the pot with fresh, cold, unsalted water. Bring to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Reduce to a simmer, and cook for one to two hours, or until the beans are tender. When the roast is done, remove from the cooking pan, slice and arrange on serving platter. Serve with the warm beans dressed with olive oil, salt and pepper.

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TASTING NOTES

PETITE SIRAH, 2005. COPPER FISH SAUVINGON BLANC, 2006. MONKEY PUZZLE Date Tested Color Date Tested Color Nose Nose Taste Taste Tracking Notes Tracking Notes Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments

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hat happens facilities in St. Helena, Napa when friends and American Canyon. love to drink Throughout its rapid wine, share growth, it has remained true W a common to its goal of producing passion for winemaking, quality wines at reasonable and also want to have fun prices. Their mission is: with their lives? They “To be bold and on the become the team at X- cutting edge. To use the Winery. Reed Renaudin, latest winemaking research Steve Falace, and Suzanne and technology mixed with Eliott, along with others, had traditional techniques to extensive wine experience bring into existence 2004 before forming X-Winery in consumer friendly wines 2000. CEO and Winemaker of excellence and value X-Winery Renaudin crafted wines that make them eminently for Gallo of Sonoma, desirable, and to have fun Cabernet Heitz, Cuvaison, and Cape doing it.” Sauvignon Clairault in Australia. Vice (ka-bur-nay X-Winery specializes in President Falace worked saw-veehn-yawn) Cabernet Sauvignon. The with Chalone, Girard, and 2004 X-Winery Cabernet Martin Ray Winery. California Sauvignon grapes were Assistant Winemaker Elliott, sourced from 75% Dry Creek Color: a UC Davis grad, had Sonoma and 25% Lake Bright cherry wine experience with County Vineyards. This Kendall Jackson, Robert Nose: wine shows a bright cherry Mondavi and Sawyer Fruit forward, black color. The nose is fruit Cellars. Friendship, passion, berry, dark cherry, forward with black berry, and incredible qualifications subtle oak, coffee black cherry, cassis, oak and result in great wines from coffee. The taste is clean, dry Palate: X-Winery. with mint, cedar, vanilla, Dry, lush black The winery was originally black currant and licorice. currant, mint, located in the eastern The finish is soft and cedar, vanilla foothills north of St. Helena uncomplicated. This is a Finish: in the Napa Valley. In a very wine ready to drink now, but Uncomplicated short time, the winery it will also cellar nicely over soft finish expanded into three more the next five years.

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taly is best known traditions of Italy results in for its robust red many different styles of wines, but the Pinot Grigio. Some are I country produces youthful and vibrant with many other great wines as crisp acidity and soft well. About 1000 different fruit flavors. Others are grapes are cultivated in Italy, more complex with including the popular white herbaceousness, mineral Pinot Grigio. flavors and citrus notes.

Pinot Grigio is a white When buying Pinot Grigio, variant clone of . look for the most recent 2005 The ripe grapes can be --they are all best grayish-blue to brownish drunk young. They should Durandi pink in color. Sometimes a never cost much, though cluster will have a variety of some designer names fetch Pinot Grigio colors. Pinot Grigio grows good prices. Pinot Grigio (pee-no gree-jeoh) most successfully in goes very well with seafood, northern Italy, in an area veal, cream sauces, ripened Friuli known as Tre Venezie. This brie cheese, pears, and Italy area includes the regions of Kalamata olives. Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto The 2005 Durandi Pinot Color: and Friuli-Venezie Giulia. Grigio is a wonderful wine Light straw Friuli Venezia Giulia is in the yellow for every occasion. It pours a far northeast corner of Italy light straw yellow with a Nose: with a cooler northern hint of pink. The nose is Apricot, lemon, climate. Its vineyards are in pleasant with floral smells, hints of melon, floral the low hills of the Collio lemon, apricot, and melon. and Colli Orientali. The Palate: The taste is dry, vibrant and climate gets warm air from Dry, light-bodied, crisp with minerals, melon, the Adriatic Sea and cooler vibrant, melon, and citrus, with a distinct citrus, mineral air from the east. almond finish. At your next Finish: The varying geography, meal, pour a glass of Pinot Almond finish climates, and winemaking Grigio. Mangia bene!

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