East Knoll Cuvee, 2008
64% Syrah and 36% Zinfandel, aged 20 month in French and American oak barrels. 170 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Aromas of a potpourri of dried flowers with a trace of smoke. Earthy flavors of red berries with Asian spices and a hint of vanilla. Well balanced with a crisp feel of acidity on the finish. $35.00
Cuvee des Artistes, 2008
57% Syrah, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon 14% Zinfandel and 7% cabernet Franc, aged 20 month in French, American and Hungarian oak barrels. 170 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Aromas of sage brush and currant with hints of cedar. Plum, black currant and dried cherries dominate in mid palate with a lingering spicy finish. $ 39.00
Malbec, 2009 (just released)
Aged 20 month in French and American oak barrels, 125 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Spicy aromas of raspberry and boysenberry coulis. Rich and full body with flavors of ripe damson plum and fig, finishing with silky tannins. $ 42.00
Cuvée des Trois Cépages, 2009 (just released)
67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and 16% Merlot, aged 20 months in French oak barrels. 145 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Classic Bordeaux style wine; From the aroma on, there is a cascade of black fruit, blackberry, cassis and licorice; Structured firm tannins promise a great aging potential. $55.00
Symphonie des Cepages, 2008
59% Cabernet sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 9% Petit Verdot, aged 20 month in French oak barrels. 245 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Luscious fruitfull aromas of black cherry, cassis and crushed herbs. Mellow oak flavors with shades of vanilla grace the elegant palate and linger on the finish. Supple enough to drink now but will age well. $ 48.00
Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, 2010 (just released)
From Fiddlestix vineyard, Dijon clones 113, 115 and 667, aged 9 months in French oak barrels, 45% new. 230 cases produced .
Tasting notes: Spicy aromas od dried cherries and rose petals with a hint of smoke. Rich flavors of dark cherries, blackberries and plum. Luscious but soft tannins balanced with a subtle acidity on the finish. $55.00
Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, 2009
From Fiddlestix vineyard, Dijon clones 113, 115 and 667, aged 13 months in French oak barrels, 45% new. 270 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Lean and very Burgundian in style, vibrant aromas of red cherries and dry spices with traces of smoke. Firm tannin structure with subtle nuances of raspberry, red currant, cherries and a harmonious balance of acidity. Great aging potential. $49.00
Pinot Noir, Kruse Vineyard, Paso Robles, 2009
From the very westerly part of Paso Robles, clones 115, 667, 5 and 2A, aged 13 month in French oak barrels, 45% new. 115 cases produced.
Tasting notes: Burgundian appeal with aromas of violets, almond blossoms and a hint of smoke. Full body with flavors of dark plum and black cherries laced by Kirsch and gentle oak, long lasting finish. Great aging potential. $ 48.00