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Gypsy Canyon WineryYou could call Deborah Hall the accidental winemaker. When she left Los Angeles, retiring to a former lima bean farm up a canyon in the Santa Rita Hills, she had no plans to grow grapes. In fact, she didn’t even know she was in wine country, much less the heart of what would soon emerge as the hot new cradle of Pinot Noir civilization. And even if Hall had foreseen a future in grapes, she could not have divined her eventual roles as rescuer of history and vintner of a singular, sensational, read more... |
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Buoni Anni2008 SANGIOVESE • SANTA YNEZ VALLEY A classic Sangiovese in all of its varietally complex glory, reflective of a true Rosso de Montalcino – dry, lean and complex. The typical Sangiovese aromas of spice and violets are here; complemented by ripe, earthy currants and black cherry with a wonderful silky texture. The tannins and firm acidity are present but integrated. The grapes come from premium Santa Ynez Valley vineyards. The firm but benevolent framework with a compliment of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot means its drinkable now, as the acidity and smooth tannins have resolved after 20 months in large neutral French oak puncheons. Buoni Anni is the companion wine to the estate Sangiovese which will be called Cent' Anni and will be released in 2013. Aging - 20 months in neutral puncheons Varietals - 96% Sangiovese, 2% Cabernet, 2% Merlot Alcohol - 14.5% • Ph - 3.62 Cases Produced - 350 |
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Giracci2006 MERLOT • PASO ROBLES Giracci is the creation of Chad and Linda Kearns of Orange Country California who had a dream to produce their own wines. Their commitment to their dream to seek and find the right vineyards for the varietals of choice became a reality after evaluating the AVA's and vineyards that addressed their requirements. This wine demonstrates a beautiful intense ruby red color and a bouquet of fruit. The oak is delicately balanced without masking the flavors of the fruit, and traditional in style with a very smooth long finish and crisp tannins for structure. Aging - 18 months in barrel Alcohol - 15.5% • Ph - 3.6 Cases Produced - 250 |
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Alta Colina2008 RED BLEND, GSM • PASO ROBLES Alta Colina was launched in 2003 by Bob and Lynn Tillman and is located on the Westside of Paso Robles nestled on a hilltop with a fantastic 360 degree view. Consisting of three different varietals - Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, this wine is a Paso Robles take on a Cotes du Rhone. Roasted herbs and dusty, earthy notes as well as lavender and tobacco leaf lend a Provencal character to the aromatics and flavors. The fruit is bold and the wine medium to full-bodied, round, and generous. To enjoy the full flavors of this wine allow this wine to open or decant at least 1 - 2 hours prior to serving. Aging - 18 months in 100% French Oak. Varietals - 33% Grenache, 33% Mourvedre, 34% Syrah Alcohol - 15.2% • Ph - 3.94 Cases Produced - 334 |
