Join us this Saturday between 3
and 6pm when Eric Johnson from Johnson Distributing will be here pouring five
stellar selections for you to taste from Napa Valley and Russian River Valley,
California:
2007
Mueller Pinot Gris, Russian River Valley
Pale, straw yellow in color. Redolent of mango and melon, this intensely
aromatic wine displays ripe apricot and apple on the palate. A pleasing wine
from a special Russian River vineyard. Medium bodied with a crisp, clean
finish, this is a perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of lighter dishes or
on its own.
2008
Venge Champ de Fleurs, Napa Valley
The nose of this wine is driven by the fresh lemon grass scents
of Sauvignon Blanc, followed with passion fruit, lemon drop and hints of white
peach aromas of Chardonnay and Viognier. The palate is crisp and delicate and has a considerable amount of
body for having so much Sauvignon Blanc in the blend.
2006
JAX Vineyards Y3 Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Aromas of rich, bright fruit dominate the nose with layers of
ripe green apple, pineapple, peaches and brown sugar. The palate reveals a soft and elegant
structure with beautiful lines and precise finesse. Fermented in neutral french oak with 15%
malolactic fermentation, this chardonnay is bright and crisp allowing the fruit
to shine through. The fruit is sourced
from Oak Knoll District and Atlas Peak, Napa Valley.
2006
Steltzner Claret, Stags Leap, Napa Valley
Core dark fruit aromas of plums and black cherries mingle with
lively cola, baking spice and cedar notes. The fruit from the aromas are
present in the mouth as well with rich plum and cherry cola flavors being
framed by vanilla and light oak. There are nice dry tannins throughout that are
well integrated and provide a long satisfying finish. This is a well balanced
and supple wine that is meant to be enjoyed upon release but can benefit from
some short term cellar aging. 65%
Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc,
15% Merlot.
2005
Steltzner Estate Cabernet Franc, Stags Leap, Napa Valley
Nice bright red fruit flavors dominate up front giving way to
darker notes of blueberries enhanced with oak vanillin and baking spices. Cases Produced: 785