SMOKESCREEN CHARDONNAY
Composed of fruit from Carneros in the Napa Valley, this is a balanced, complex Chardonnay. The palate is expressive and rich with ripe notes of pear, apple and melon. The fruit retains a vibrant acidity that carries the palate into a lush finish of clean minerality and spicy oak.

TROUBLEMAKER RED
This award winning blend from Paso Robles is composed of Syrah, Grenache, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Mourvedre. The Syrah provides full-bodied structure to this wine while Petit Sirah gives it a rich ruby color. Grenache’s bright, ripe red fruit flavors partner well with the depth and intensity brought by Mourvedre’s rustic nature. Wrapping it all up is Zinfandel, with its characteristic spicy finish. This is a wine that is a true enjoyment to drink.

POZZAN ZINFANDEL
Brooding and purple in color, this is a rich, decadent and complex wine. The nose is bold and forward with raspberries, peaches and cream soda aromas. The palate is full but lively with additional red berry fruit, caramel, sweet vanilla and soft tannins that guide you into a lengthy, peppery finish.

LIBERTY SCHOOL CABERNET SAUVIGNON
A deep ruby wine with bright fruity aromas of blackberry, cherry and violets. The palate is smooth and medium bodied with juicy black cherry and pomegranate flavors underscored by warm notes of black pepper, leather and toasted vanilla.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! If your resolution is to drink more wine, get a great start by stopping by to try the following:

GRUET BRUT
This stellar value of a sparkling wine comes to us from the chalky soils of New Mexico. Opening with crisp notes of green apple and citrus, this wines offers a clean, mineral driven palate with lively bubbles and a touch of yeast on the finish. Definitely make this your holiday sparkler!

RAMSAY NORTH COAST MERLOT
This is a Merlot that shows both strength and restraint. The nose is rich and forward with notes of crushed blueberry, olives and sage. The palate is full and soft with thick, pliable tannins and intense flavors of blackberry, cherry and black pepper.

QUEEN’S PEAK CABERNET SAUVIGNON
This deep crimson colored wine opens with appealing aromas of blackberry cobbler, fig and tobacco. The palate is full-bodied and rich with flavors of black and purple fruit, bittersweet chocolate and dusty cedar. Velvety tannins and firm acidity support a long finish of vanilla and sweet molasses.

SHAFER TD-9
This proprietary Napa blend is a fresh, vibrant and complex offering from acclaimed Shafer winery. A forward nose of ripe red and black berries, lavender and dried herbs ushers you into a bold and flavorful palate. Power and full-bodied, this wine offers abundant flavors of dried cherry, mocha, sandalwood and spiced vanilla. This is a wine made for rich holiday feasts and late night fireside conversations.

STUHLMULLER VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY
This Estate Chardonnay from Alexander Valley is aged 8 months; half in oak and half in stainless steel. This gives the benefit of depth and richness while still maintaining pure expression of the fruit. The palate is full and creamy with notes of caramelized citrus, brioche, apricot, white peach and honeysuckle. As the palate develops, there arises a core of bright acidity and chalky minerality that gives this wine balance and elegance.

SAN FELICE CHIANTI
This Sangiovese based wine is a vibrant red color with a bouquet of red berries, dried violets and dusty earth. The palate is lively and acidic with tart cherry flavors, baking spice and fine, gritty tannins. As always, Chianti is an excellent and versatile food companion.

GLEN CARLOU GRAND CLASSIQUE
A Bordeaux style blend from South Africa, this wine is complex and elegant with herbal and violet aromas. The palate is smooth and supple with ripe tannins, good concentration and notes of dark chocolate, licorice spice and a dried fruit finish.

STUHLMULLER VINEYARDS CABERNET
This is a classic Alexander Valley Cabernet offering layers of crème de cassis, black cherry, olive tapenade, violets and moist earth. On the palate, lush dark berry flavors are balanced by firm tannins and an inviting freshness while more savory and herbal hints add complexity and depth.

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Come by and refresh your palates at our tasting this afternoon:

Come try some great wines to pair with your Thanksgiving dinner!

SPARR ONE ALSACE
A blend of the Alsacian Noble Grapes: Muscat, Riesling and Pinot Gris, this delicate yellow wine presents an intoxicating nose of lychee, pineapple and papaya. The palate mirrors the fruit in the nose with additional notes of fresh grass and wet stone. The palate is light and lively with a dynamic acidity that lingers into a spicy finish.

MARTIN RAY PINOT NOIR
This wine is an excellent representation of a classic Sonoma Pinot Noir. The nose is rich and intense with notes of black cherry, elderberry and dried rose petals. The palate is lush and juicy with flavors of cherry cola and dark earth undertones. French oak aging adds underlying hints of vanilla and toffee. Delicious and quaffable!

E. GUIGAL COTES DU RHONE
Cotes du Rhone are blends traditionally focused on the Grenache grape. E Guigal has produced their version with a focus on Syrah, producing a wine that is more intense and structured than its counterparts. A melange of dark fruit flavors is accompanied by savory, earthy notes of black olives, smoke and pepper. One of the most recognizable Cote du Rhones on this market, this wine also represents one of the most outstanding values.

CHATEAU MONTELENA ZINFANDEL
Chateau Montelena may be best recognized for their classic Napa Cab and Chardonnay, but when they turn their hands to Zinfandel, the results are truly stupendous. A mix of Primitivo and Old Vine Zinfandel, you get and impressively complex and Old World style wine. Aromas of dried cherry, cocoa and dried lavender guide you into a palate that is silky and supple. Fresh cranberry dominates the fore-palate with roasted walnut and clove spice evolving. The finish is clean and mineral driven with earthy flavors of cigar box and dried herbs. Delicious!