2021 Wine Auction

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Lot 1 • 4 Bottle Bundle

OSO LIBRE 2018 Vino d’Oro Chardonnay: A darker shade of yellow in the glass, this bottling is very nutty with aromas of Marcona almonds, lemon peels and dried apple flesh. The palate is a more reductive style, with tangy Meyer lemon pith giving depth to the creamy dairy-laced core flavors. $35 Value TWO SISTERS 2013 Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills Lindsay's Vineyard: Winemakers notes: "Mouthwatering aromatics of chocolate covered cherries, candied raspberries and espresso bean...flavors of cocoa, coffee bean, blueberry and cranberry" This pinot is medium bodied with fruit, smoke and spice. A medal winner. No longer available at retail, but last valued at $42. COHO WINERY 2012 Summit Vine Ranch Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon: Darker than black cherries, dense like blackberry jam, but not a sweet or overcooked wine. This is an elegant cabernet that is a great accompaniment to virtually any meal; salmon, poultry, beef or lamb. Perfect for that special event. This wine ranks in the top 5% of wines from Napa's famous Diamond Mountain District. No longer available for purchase but the 2016 is valued at $60. 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouthfilling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 2 • 3 Bottle Bundle

HARMONY CELLARS 2020 Roseato Vivo: An off-dry rose’ made from Syrah grapes. A vivacious wine with aromas of strawberry, kiwi and ripe watermelon. On the palate are flavors reminiscent of a fresh fruit salad – berries, melon and citrus – with just the slightest hint of oak. Served best chilled. $24 Value BARTENURA 2017 Moscato: Preserves the wonderful rich aromas of the Moscato grape. A slightly sweet and light, slightly effervescent wine with pear and honey on the nose, and fresh peachy highlights on the palate with a creamy finish. Perfect as an aperitif or with cheese and light deserts. Best served chilled. Valued at $20 LEWIS CELLARS 2016 Napa Valley Chardonnay: Peaches, pears, apples and baking spices layered with pineapple and caramel. This wine is brilliant gold in the glass and full of fruit in the nose. Toasty and complex on the palate with great balance and a long finish. A winning chardonnay for all occasions, it will hold up to rich cream sauces. Rated in the top 3% of all wines from Napa Valley. Valued at $55.

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Lot 3 • 4 Bottle Bundle

KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2018 The Siren Pinot Noir: Aromas of sweet cherry pipe tobacco blended with sandalwood, vanilla and dark plum lead to flavors of dark cherry, juicy raspberry, and smoke - with moderate acidity and fresh red fruits on the finish. $50 Value J. LOHR 2016 Limited Release Gesture Syrah: J. Lohr’s Gesture series is specially made for the J. Lohr wine club. This Syrah is rich and juicy, typical of Paso Robles, beautifully balanced and inviting, and showing layered flavor complexity with notes of blueberry and blackberry, with a touch of wood spice. Aromas of fresh red fruit and blueberry with a palate of bright cranberry, mineral and chalk. Firm but nicely integrated tannins. Wine Enthusiast rating 90. $32 Value BENNETT LANE 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: Deep, dark ruby in color with rich aromas of dark plum, red cherry and chocolate. The palate is composed of dense flavors of candied dark fruit and subtle hints of vanilla and oak. Enjoy a luscious finish with velvety, elegant, soft tannins. This is a wine that has aged to perfection. Rated among the top 1% of the wines in the world. Now unavailable for purchase but last valued at $72. 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouthfilling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 4 • 2 Bottle Bundle

KONGSGAARD 2018 Napa Valley Chardonnay: This Chardonnay bursts from the glass with bold notes of warm peaches, spiced pears and applesauce, with hints of candied ginger, honeycomb and lime cordial. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has electric intensity, with a refreshing line of racy acid cutting through the tightly wound stone fruit and spicy layers, finishing long and honey laced. Rated 95 by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. $115 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2020 Red Delicious Rose’: This grape wine rose’ is fermented with apple juice. Aromas of watermelon lead to flavors of Bing cherry and pomegranate, with a crisp, subtle apple finish. A truly unique sipping experience. $25 Value

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Lot 5 • Single Premium Bottle

TALLERICO VINEYARD 2004 Norma Jeane Seventh Vintage Merlot: Medium to dark purple in the glass with fruit forward aromatics, a pretty union of blackberry, plum and boysenberry. Jammy in its ripe fruit aromas. Soft and supple across the palate with a darker fruit component to the flavors. Juicy with a firm and tighter grip of textured drying tannins. Lingers with both tannins and a noticeable mouth-watering juiciness, and a darker spice note including notes of peppercorn. $100 Value

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Lot 6 • 3 Bottle Bundle

KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS “The Diver” Hard Cider: Fermented and aged for 9 months in one year old French and American Oak barrels, with a unique richness and complexity seldom seen in an apple cider. Enjoy the aromas of apricot, honeysuckle, and mandarin orange honey, with flavors of vanilla, sweet Meyer lemon, and luscious pear. $35 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2020 Golden Delicious: Chardonnay grapes fermented with golden delicious apple juice produces a somewhat sweeter, more crisp variant of the Chardonnay varietal. Sunset Magazine Wine Competition 92pt Gold Medal; Central Coast Wine Competition Silver Medal. $25 Value COCKBURN’s Special Reserve Port Wine: From Portugal - This vintage character-styled blend has a clean aroma, showing maturity and finesse, with a hint of dried plums. Off dry to medium sweet, the Special Reserve has a rich, mellow texture and smooth tannin structure, with a long, satisfying finish. $20 Value

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Lot 7 • 3 Bottle Bundle

KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2017 Reserve Cabernet: Aromas of black currant, cassis and dark chocolate combine with long-lasting flavors of plum and black cherry pie, with rich tannins and a great mouth feel. $56 Value HAYSEED and HOUSDON 2018 La Macha red blend: This La Macha blend of Graciano, Mataro and Garnacha is a medium bodied red with complex flavors of earth and spice. $20 Value JUSTIN VINEYARDS & WINERY 2018 Justification: With JUSTIFICATION, the Old World meets the New with a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine expresses the spirit of a few right bank French Bordeaux producers who highlight Cabernet Franc with its complex expression of herbs, red fruit and elegant structure, only with a Paso Robles twist of full, mature fruit from a limestone-rich microclimate. This wine begins quite subtly on the nose, with aromas of berry, mint and oak. Polished tannins frame the palate, where flavors of black cherry, espresso bean and dried mint arise. A versatile pairing wine to a wide range of foods, the 2018 JUSTIFICATION is perfect for a romantic dinner in front of a crackling fire or a summer’s evening barbeque. $60 Value

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Lot 8 • Single Premium Bottle

JUSTIN VINEYARDS & WINERY 2018 Isosceles – MAGNUM bottle signed by Justin Baldwin, the winery’s founder: Isosceles is the Justin’s flagship wine. A classic full-bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot that offers complex flavors of lush currants and black cherries, with subtle notes of toasted oak and vanilla. Sustained fruit and spice are joined by savory autumn leaf, cedar and leather on the mid-palate with mouth filling, fine tannins that lead into a long, complex and balanced finish with attractive fruit, spice, cedar and subtle camphor notes. Folks – this one is special. Wine Enthusiast rating 94. $175 Value

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Lot 9 • 3 Bottle Bundle

KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2018 Reserve Estate Chardonnay: Aromas of orange honey and toasted almonds. Crisp flavors of mandarin, vanilla, and soft oak, with a long finish. $42 Value STELA ROSA 1917 Moscato D’Asti: Moscato d’ Asti is a “semi-sweet” wine made from the Moscato di Canelli grape from the Piedmont region of Italy. Sweet but not overly sweet with slight effervescence. Fresh peach, apricot, and honey characteristics that is in perfect balance with the light sweetness. Refreshing taste with a clean finish. $15 Value WILD HORSE Winery 2016 Pinot Noir: Our 2016 Central Coast Pinot Noir has aromas of dried cherries and strawberry with rhubarb, high fruit notes, sweet oak, and cola spice. The flavors are structured and balanced with bright red fruit, strawberries, oak spice, raspberries, baking spice, and vanilla. Wine maker’s notes, “All vineyard lots were harvested and brought to the winery in the early morning hours. The grapes were harvested at 23.5°–25° Brix. The fruit was destemmed and cold soaked for three days prior to inoculation to develop color and flavors. Punch-downs occurred twice daily to facilitate gentle extraction. After primary fermentation was completed, the wine was drained off of its skins and racked to barrels where secondary fermentation occurred.” $30 Value

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Lot 10 • 3 Bottle Bundle

STAGS LEAP 2010 The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon: A memorable, balanced, mature, and elegant Napa cabernet that is smooth as silk and drinking in its prime. Winemakers notes include, "alluring aromatic bouquet of black plum compote, black cherry, black raspberry... and a hint of cocoa powder". Truly a landmark wine that sets the standard for Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon. Rated in the top 4% of wines from fabled Napa Valley. This library vintage is no longer available, but was last valued at $100. FRESNO STATE WINERY 2009 Syrah: This Syrah has a medium ruby red color, with notes of plum, black cherry, violet wrapped in toasty oak. Luscious flavors of dark berries and subtle tannin, with a long finish. $20 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 11 • 2 Bottle Bundle

MONKSGATE Yamhill-Carlton 2017 Pinot Noir: Hazy mid-summer skies allowed their 2017 fruit some extra hang-time and boy does it show! The nose on this wine relates the elegance of this vintage right away with ripe raspberry and cola carried onto the palate - where dusky red currant and savory, mineral-driven notes of gravel dust, fresh-tilled soil, and eucalyptus enhance the experience. Acid and tannins are well integrated for a soft and pleasing finish. Rated 92 by Wine Enthusiast. $45 Value ST. CLEMENT STEINHAUER RANCH 2010 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon: Produced from a single vineyard high on Howell Mountain, Steinhauer Ranch is known for tight clusters of grapes of great intensity that yield dynamic, highly prized cabernets which benefit from bottle aging. Vanilla, caramel and espresso are present at this age. This is a big, rich wine. Rated in the top 5% of all wines in the world. $80 Value

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Lot 12 • 2 Bottle Bundle

CLAIRBORNE & CHURCHILL 2010 Dry Muscat: Founded in 1983 the winery focuses on Alsacian varietals in the first straw bale winery in California. This Dry Muscat may just be better than anything coming out of Alsace. A lovely expression of Dry Muscat. All the pretty varietal characteristics- orange blossom, citrus, spice, cardamom, and apricot- with perfectly balanced medium plus acidity and a clean, bright finish. No flab or syrupy fattiness here. Just 13.5% alcohol - perfect for warm spring and summer evenings on the terrace, with perhaps a little grilled shrimp or chicken satay! Delicious! $30 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2020 Sauvignon Blanc: Aromas of orange zest accented with a subtle grassiness lead to flavors of crisp melon, lime, and kumquat. $27 Value

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Lot 13 • 3 Bottle Bundle

TURLEY AMADEO’s VINEYARD 2016 Zinfandel: A mouth filling, very full-bodied Zinfandel that runs right to the limits of high ripeness while retaining a very forceful fruity voice with heady richness, exhibiting a boisterous, fruit-driven bouquet of ripe raspberries, cherries and kirsch. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and generous, with tangy acids and fine structuring tannins largely concealed in a sweet core of fruit and tangy acids. Light structuring tannins assert themselves on the back end. $50 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2018 Zinfandel: A full bodied Paso Robles Zin with notes of blackberry, cinnamon, and spice. This bottle will gladly pair with anything off your barbecue, but you may also try it with bold, hearty soups as well as your favorite pizza. $35 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2018 BB Zinfandel: A full-bodied, jammy zinfandel, that received a 94pt Gold from Sunset Magazine Wine Competition. Aged 22 months in oak. $45 Value

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Lot 14 • 3 Bottle Bundle

CLAIRBORNE & CHURCHILL 2010 Pinot Noir: An easy Pinot Noir, but by no means lacking elegance. It shows the moderate body and crisp, citrusy acidity that usually marks Edna Valley Pinot Noir, with pure, direct flavors of sour-cherry candy, cola, cinnamon, and toast. Rated 90 by Wine Enthusiast. $40 Value ENVY WINES 2013 Calistoga Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley - Estate Grown: Here's a beautifully crafted Calistoga Cab that is full of black cherries and brambles, currants and cassis. The barrel provides the charred notes of coconut and vanilla. This is a vibrant bottling, lush with a lovely finish. Enjoy with any red meat or hearty cheese. Highly rated. $60 Value. DONATI 2016 Paicines Red Wine: A Claret, Bordeaux-style red blend. Pencil shavings and gamy aromas meet with very light red-fruit tones on the nose of this blend of all five primary Bordeaux varieties. Leathery flavors show on the palate as do dark berries. Wine Enthusiast rating 86. $20 Value

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Lot 15 • 2 Bottle Bundle

CHAMISAL VINEYARDS 2019 Pinot Noir: Aromas - Notes of cinnamon, freshly grated nutmeg and strawberry preserves; Flavors - On the palate, the wine is silky and fresh with soft tannins; Finish - Notes of the vineyard’s signature Chamisal spice and cherry, with an earthy finish. $40 Value ETUDE WINERY 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley: Blue fruits, baking spices, cassis and toasted barrel all combine to promise something special. Add over a decade of cellaring and enjoy the richness of a fully developed and well balanced cabernet. The ruby red pour and the rich viscosity are rewarding, but the taste and the finish will make you wish you had more. This wine is rated in the top 8% of all wines from Napa Valley. $93 Value

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Lot 16 • 2 Bottle Bundle

END OF THE VINE 2011 Napa Valley Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon: Here's a somewhat obscure wine from a very famous vineyard. It has not been widely rated, but you will find it is ready to impress. Remarkable single vineyard cab of distinct, dark fruit that fills the glass. Dark fruit, a bit of cocoa, with a lingering finish. No longer available on any market. Wine Enthusiast rating of 95. Most Stagecoach cabs range upwards of $100. KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2017 Reserve Estate Syrah: Smokey aromas accented with roasted black coffee and blackberry pie, and full-bodied flavors with a lush mouth feel take you to notes of sweet toasted oak, dark plum, and dried Chinese cherry. $54 Value

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Lot 17 • 2 Bottle Bundle

HOLLVWOOD & VINE CELLARS 2014 “2480” Napa Valley Chardonnay: This is a limited production Napa Chardonnay crafted by the highly regarded, award- winning winemaker, Celia Welch. Typically, the winery sells out, and this one has. This is a rich and buttery chardonnay, with a wonderfully balanced presentation that is ready to be enjoyed with your next seafood or light chicken dish. Last available pricing was valued at $53. KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2020 Orange Muscat: Off-dry with intricate aromas of jasmine and tropical fruits leading to flavors layered with candied, sweet ginger and bright summer fruits. $32 Value

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Lot 18 • 4 Bottle Bundle

CUTTINGS California 2012 Red Wine by the Prisoner Wine Company: Produced and bottled by The Prisoner Wine Company, this is a delicious blend of intensely flavored cabernet sauvignon, joined with the structure of petite sirah and syrah, with a small amount of zinfandel that adds a nice layer of complexity and spiciness. This red blend earned the title Best in Class at the 2018 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Deep red, rich and complex it has loads of structure and intensity with lots of blueberry, dark cherry and cocoa, enhanced by scents of fresh roasted coffee, black currant, vanilla bean, brown spice and wild berries. A powerful blend that brings big flavors and a big smooth finish. Inspired by the age-old method of using cuttings from idyllic sites for the propagation of new vines, this California red wine combines grapes from premier hillside vineyards in Napa Valley. Aged in French oak casks for 18 months. Valued at $50 T-VINE CELLARS 2012 Grenache Napa Valley: From owners James Harder and Jim Regusci, who partnered to produce wines at T Vine, highlighting unique varietals. Their stated goal, "to produce big, juicy wines that feel like you jumped into a blackberry tangle on a bright summer's day." “Balanced and brimming with fruit''. With a ripe strawberry, raspberry and nutmeg nose, the 2012 vintage explodes with juicy raspberry, spice and vanilla on the palate. This wine hits every corner of your mouth and lingers a few seconds. Pair with any food imaginable. Valued at $42. DONATI 2016 Paicines Red Wine: A Claret, Bordeaux-style red blend. Pencil shavings and gamy aromas meet with very light red-fruit tones on the nose of this blend of all five primary Bordeaux varieties. Leathery flavors show on the palate as do dark berries. Wine Enthusiast rating 86. $20 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 19 • 2 Bottle Bundle

SPIRITERRA VINEYARDS 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Estate: A stunning wine made and bottled by Paul and Shirley Dean in celebration of the birth of their grandson. This is an enormous, rich, powerhouse of a wine with structure and complexity that has aged beautifully. Every bottle opened surpasses the previous. Enjoy with your next prime rib or filet. No longer available but last valued at $126. 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 20 • 2 Bottle Bundle

MIURA VINEYARDS 2014 Pinot Noir Williams Ranch Anderson Valley: Silky smooth with abundant raspberry and cherry fruit, this is a bright and balanced expression of the sometimes-difficult pinot noir varietal. This was a limited production of only 160 cases. Rated in the top 5% of wines in the world. When last available, valued at $90. BEAULIEU VINEYARD 2014 BV Tapestry Reserve Red Wine - Napa Valley: Blended by Jeffrey Stambor from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cab Franc in a classic Bordeaux blend. 21 months in small oak barrels gives this a nice cocoa finish. This wine over-delivers every year. It is a lovely round, balanced blend and once you have enjoyed it you will seek it out for special occasions in the future. A medal winner. $65 Value

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Lot 21 • 4 Bottle Bundle

SANCTUARY 2015 Zinfandel Napa Valley Howell Mountain Black Sears Vineyard: This one is for those who love the big, jammy zins with good tannin and a bit of black pepper. Huge, ripe, fruit bomb style with tons of spice and berries. Serve with Baby Back Ribs or lamb, pairs beautifully with chocolate desserts, and was made to go with blue cheese. Wine Enthusiast rating 88. Valued at $51 OPOLO Summit Creek 2019 Zinfandel: Big and fruit forward yet nuanced and elegant at the same time with velvety smooth tannins, and just the right amount of barrel age make this an enjoyable wine for any occasion. Ripe aromas of caramel, butterscotch and light pepper show a ton of oak influence on the nose. It lands softly on the palate with lush, caramel-soaked flavors of baked strawberry. Perfect for oak lovers. Rated 88 by Wine Enthusiast. $25 Value WINDSOR VINEYARDS 1976 (yes – bottled in 1976) Zinfandel: Zinfandel (or "Zin", as it is affectionately known in the United States) is a dark-skinned red wine grape variety widely cultivated in California. It arrived in the Americas from Europe in the early years of the 19th Century, and was an immediate success in both Napa and Sonoma counties, which remain its strongholds today. After 45 years in the bottle, could be great or . . . $25 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 22 • 4 Bottle Bundle

CLESI WINES 2014 Aglianico: Clesi specializes in Italian varietals that grow well in the soils found in the Templeton Gap district of Paso Robles AVA. The wine is made from a dark grape and aged in amphora, just as it has been for centuries in the Campania region of Southern Italy. It has a black plum flavor with some minerality, and earthier notes like mushrooms and leather – making it a great pairing with rich red meats (think BBQ!!!). Only 341 cases of Aglianico were produced in 2014, and all have been sold. $50 Value WITH a two bottle wine carrier valued at $25. Wine and carrier donated by Morro Bay Lions Club. Total value $75 DURANT & BOOTH 2013 Napa Valley Malbec Bottle No. 03885: Deep ruby color, sumptuous and seductive. Aromas of ripe plum, fig, and vanilla. Noted of blackberry, currant and chocolate on the palate. The bold fruit gives way to a complex lingering finish. Unique and interesting, fabulous with rich foods or blue cheese. Valued at $36. PACIFIC REDWOOD Organic Red: This is a medium-bodied organic (no added sulfites) red table wine packed with flavors of blackberry and plum. It pairs great with fresh herbed vegetable dishes, grilled, roasted meats, medium bodied cheeses and chocolates. $15 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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Lot 23 • 3 Bottle Bundle

POWERS CHAMPOUX VINEYARD 2012 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Horse Heaven Hills: Dark garnet color, beautiful in the glass. This is a fruit forward cab without being syrupy or overly sweet. Rich layered aromatics of wild blackberries and black currant that leads into a touch of fennel and cedar on the nose. Diverse and complex flavors of black cherry, blackberries, and vanilla crème brulee finishing with ripe plum that lingers on the palate. This wine has lush dusty tannins that are balanced with a nice touch of oak and sage on the finish. Benefits from a good airing when uncorked. The 2012 is no longer available. Valued at $40 ELEVEN ELEVEN WINERY’S 2012 Proprietary Red Wine by Alpha Omega Napa Valley: This is a predominately Cabernet Sauvignon based blend, enhanced with Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It is produced by Alpha Omega in Napa Valley and is an outstanding wine. It reveals good structure and tannin. Notes include oak, vanilla, chocolate, blackberry, plum, cherry, and raspberry...all the good stuff. It was wild when it was first bottled, but has settled down with years of cellaring and is ready to be enjoyed. When last available was valued at $45. TRINITAS Meritage 2012 Napa Valley Red Wine: From the winemaker's notes, “In the glass, the bouquet is blueberry, black cherry, clove, and graham crackers. The palate is a kaleidoscope of blackberry, plum, and raspberry..." Balanced and medium bodied, this wine will pair well with poultry, pork or red sauces - in addition to beef or game. The 2012 is no longer available, but the 2013 is valued at $65.

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STELTZNER VINEYARDS Martini Clone Stags Leap District 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon: Extraordinary old vine cabernet of very limited production from vines that date back generations. This wine rewards the lucky person who has waited a decade to uncork its opulence. A 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the pioneers of the appellation, this rich black dark purple wine has a vibrant ruby edge. Blackberry and blueberry dominate - with hints of currants, violets, vanilla, and baking spices. A light oak presence on the midpalate remains contained and restrained. An elegant expression with subtle power, this soft wine finishes in a plume of smoke. Wine Enthusiast rating 90. Just an unbelievably rich and robust wine that will leave you wishing for more. Unfortunately, there isn't any. Valued at $95 TRADITION 2014 Red Wine Napa Valley: A Bordeaux blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and the rest is Syrah and Petite Sirah. This wine showcases dark fruit, blackberry, blueberry, cherry and raspberry, with notes of tobacco and chocolate. Fine tannins and nuances of oak. A solid medium bodied red blend that will accompany red sauces, beef, pork, or cheese plates. Last valued at $40. (not in picture) 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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CYRUS CREEK VINEYARDS 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Diamond Mountain District: Crafted from volcanic soil with very limited production, this is a powerful demonstration of fine Diamond Mountain fruit. Only 125 cases were produced, entirely from the coveted Clone 4 variety, in the astounding 2015 vintage. This is a very rare opportunity to try an exceptional bottle of fine California cabernet. Rich, round mouth feel with long, lingering finish. You will certainly wish for more. No longer available but originally valued at $75. GRAPEHEART VINEYARDS 2010 The Beat Red Blend Suisun Valley: Drenched with rich red fruit, this is a luscious blend of limited production from the Suisun Valley, just over the hill to the east of Napa Valley. Only 275 cases total production means this is a rare bottle to add to any collection. But it is such a juicy treat, you might as well just drink it now and enjoy it. Svelte and austere, varietal in both Cabernet Sauvignon and the 24% Cabernet Franc, with soft tannins, and reminiscent of a dark chocolate covered cherry. Very f_ull bodied and voluptuous, with intense oak and black olive. Wine Enthusiast rating 85. Now unavailable and last valued at $63. PACIFIC REDWOOD 2018 Organic Cabernet Sauvignon: A firm, tannic and flavorful organic wine (no added sulfites), showing again that dense, red varietals tend to hold up better without added sulfites than others. Earthy, spicy, meaty aromas lead to ample black-cherry and cranberry flavors, while the tight tannins leave an astringent finish. Wine Enthusiast rating 86. $18 Value

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CHATEAU du ROUET 2015 Rose’: A lightly peppery and spicy rose’ with attractive and perfumed acidity. From the Provence region of France. $30 Value BUTTONWOOD WINERY 2016 Syrah Rose’: A dry rose’ made in a traditional method to create a refreshingly vibrant and crisp wine. Good with Pacific Rim dishes and spicy food. $20 Value HALTER RANCH 2016 Rose’: A blend of 69% Grenache, 16% Mourvèdre, and15% Picpoul Blanc. Destemmed and lightly crushed with 24 hours of skin contact, then pressed and fermented in stainless steel tanks; five tanks of Rosé were blended in different proportions after fermentation to create the final cuvée. This rosé features a beautiful light coral hue and aromas of wild strawberry, watermelon and guava. On the palate, our Grenache-based blend imparts notes of tropical fruits and fresh citrus, with a bright and crisp minerality. Delicious on its own, this wine also pairs well with prosciutto and melon, salmon and light pasta dishes. $20 Value

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OPOLO 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon: Intense blackberry, chipped cedar, light vanilla, crushed rocks and ample oak on the nose, this bottling is a full package for a fair price. The full-throttle palate packs blackberry jam and toast flavors alongside lively enough acidity. Wine maker’s notes: “Luscious black cherry foam with a sprinkling of coffee grounds, all while being laced with a touch of dried herbs. Ripe, juicy blackberry and graphite fill in nicely with a stroke of Dulce de Leche leading into roasted walnut husks and vanilla bean whipped cream.” $30 Value KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS 2018 Zinfandel: A full bodied Paso Robles Zin with notes of blackberry, cinnamon, and spice. This bottle will gladly pair with anything off your barbecue, but you may also try it with bold, hearty soups as well as your favorite pizza. $35 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. It’s rather soft and creamy in texture despite its full body. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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PIANETTA 2014 Nonna’s Vino Rosato: 59% Syrah and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon. Ruby colored, with aromas of raspberry, strawberry, cherry candied flowers. Tangy acidity fuses with cherry, black cherry, red currant, licorice, and earthy minerality. Ripe cherry and strawberry linger between each juicy sip. Vibrant and fresh. $20 Value BANDOL 2014 Rose’: 55% Mourvedre, 25% Grenache, 20% Cinsault. Beautifully crisp and precise notes of orange blossom, crushed rock, mineral water and white flower that flow seamlessly to a medium-bodied, balanced, lively and fresh style on the palate. A succulent nose that recalls succulent ripe peach, citrus, thyme, and anise. $30 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value WILD HORSE WINERY 2016 Pinot Noir: Our 2016 Central Coast Pinot Noir has aromas of dried cherries and strawberry with rhubarb, high fruit notes, sweet oak, and cola spice. The flavors are structured and balanced with bright red fruit, strawberries, oak spice, raspberries, baking spice, and vanilla. Wine maker’s notes, “All vineyard lots were harvested and brought to the winery in the early morning hours. The grapes were harvested at 23.5°–25° Brix. The fruit was destemmed and cold soaked for three days prior to inoculation to develop color and flavors. Punch-downs occurred twice daily to facilitate gentle extraction. After primary fermentation was completed, the wine was drained off of its skins and racked to barrels where secondary fermentation occurred.” $30 Value

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DEOVLET WINES La Encantada Vineyard 2018 Rita Hills Pino Noir: The 2018 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County) is rich, pliant, and expressive. Sweet red cherry, red plum, cinnamon, cedar and new leather give the 2018 striking aromatic nuance. Medium in body and open-knit, with soft, silky contours - an absolute joy to taste. Winemaker notes, “Capturing the region with its wonderful balance, vibrancy, and richness this Santa Barbara County offering has beautiful complexity with a mélange of red fruit, blood orange, juicy red plum, earthy undertones alongside baking spices, floral notes, wild herbs, and hints of crushed rock. The wine offers pure varietal identity with layered complexities from each site, good concentration, and lovely freshness supported by a silky texture completing the wines seamless length.” $55 Value DEOVLET WINES La Encantada Vineyard 2019 Rita Hills Pino Blanc: This delicate but intensely vibrant Blanc offers a different (and exciting) take on La Encantada Vineyard. Beautiful aromas of apple skin, lemon-lime, and almond are wrapped in orchard blossoms and a hint of salinity. On the dry, racy palate—tense in the best way—citrus leads into white peach, pear, crushed herbs for a savory touch, and lime zest on a long, textured finish with a steely minerality and zippy acidity. $35 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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TABLAS CREEK VINEYARD 2017 Dianthus: 49% Mourvedre, 39% Grenache and 12% Counoise. A dry in the style of Provence, France that combines the rich flavors of watermelon and plum from the Mourvedre, bright strawberry from the Grenache, and spicy raspberry from the Counoise. Rated 91 by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, which commented: A Mourvèdre-dominated blend that nods to Tavel in color and style, revealing a deep-pitched bouquet of Provence herbs and earthy Griotte cherry. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with lovely cut and persistence, and it concludes with a long, sappy finish that shows some light, mouthwatering phenolic grip from its brief time on skins. $30 Value FOXEN 2016 Chardonnay Block UU: Polished, nuanced and understated, with lovely white orchard fruit and floral character to match the wine's mid-weight personality. As always, this is an especially delicate, perfumed style Chardonnay from Foxen’s Bien Nacido Chardonnay Vineyard Block UU. One of the quirkiest California Chardonnays you will come across. The plant material here is Chardonnay grafted onto own-rooted Riesling rootstock that was originally planted in the early 1970s. Oddly enough, this wine often shows distinctly tropical, Riesling-inflected notes. White peach, ash, slate, pear and crushed rocks show superb energy allied to power in a Chardonnay with searing intensity, fabulous balance and tons of personality. Wine Enthusiast rating 91. $34 Value 2017 BOGLE’S PHANTOM Proprietary Red: A blend of 44% Petite Sirah, 44% Zinfandel, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. This mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to tantalize wine lovers. Emerging from the shadows with concentration and intensity, this wine will haunt you with every sip. Black pepper, juniper and cranberry spark your senses, while a rustic jamminess soothes your soul with its familiarity. Full bodied flavors of black plums and berries bewitch the palate. Touches of cedar boxes and spice surround the finish, as long tannins linger, languish and settle around you like a fog. Bold and mouth-filling, this big, plush wine shows opulent fruit aromas, dried fruit flavors and attractive accents of baking spice and milk chocolate. Full bodied with prominent tannins. 90pts Wine Enthusiast: $20 Value

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PARAGON VINEYARD Tangent 2018 Pinot Gris: This white wine varietal originated in France’s Burgundy region and is now grown in one of Paragon Vineyard’s sustainable vine blocks here in the Central Coast. With one of the longest growing seasons in the state, the soils are a mixture of volcanic, clay loam and rocky marine sediment, offering few nutrients. The temperate climate brings extended hang time, and the soils cause the vines to stress and strain as they grow. These two factors ultimately culminate in fully ripe, concentrated fruit that bursts with flavor. Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel, this wine stays long and the palate, and pairs well with a wide range of foods including seafood, pasta with light sauces, and even grilled sausage. $20 Value TRUE MYTH 2015 Tinto: This lovely red wine is a combination of 50% Syrah from the Edna Valley, 30% Tempranillo from the Arroyo Grande Valley, and 20% Grenache from Paso Robles – a noble Central Coast blend. The wine is big and rich yet smooth and silky, with intense flavors of black currants, blueberries, and spice, with notable tannins and a nice long, lingering finish. $25 Value

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PRECISION WINE Cabrillo 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon: From Napa with 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petite Verdot, aged in all American oak barrels 30% new from Seguin Moreau for 15 months. This Cab is dark and dense, with aromas of cassis, plum, anise, and just the right amount of toasty spice and vanilla. Ruby red and fruit forward with vibrant, mouthwatering acidity, it’s intense and enveloped in soft, ripe, tannins, which lead to a nicely balanced finish with notes of blackberry, mineral, and green pepper. $20 Value PARAGON VINEYARD Tangent 2018 Pinot Gris: This white wine varietal originated in France’s Burgundy region and is now grown in one of Paragon Vineyard’s sustainable vine blocks here in the Central Coast. With one of the longest growing seasons in the state, the soils are a mixture of volcanic, clay loam and rocky marine sediment, offering few nutrients. The temperate climate brings extended hang time, and the soils cause the vines to stress and strain as they grow. These two factors ultimately culminate in fully ripe, concentrated fruit that bursts with flavor. Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel, this wine stays long and the palate, and pairs well with a wide range of foods including seafood, pasta with light sauces, and even grilled sausage. $20 Value

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PARAGON VINEYARD Tangent 2018 Pinot Gris: This white wine varietal originated in France’s Burgundy region and is now grown in one of Paragon Vineyard’s sustainable vine blocks here in the Central Coast. With one of the longest growing seasons in the state, the soils are a mixture of volcanic, clay loam and rocky marine sediment, offering few nutrients. The temperate climate brings extended hang time, and the soils cause the vines to stress and strain as they grow. These two factors ultimately culminate in fully ripe, concentrated fruit that bursts with flavor. Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel, this wine stays long and the palate, and pairs well with a wide range of foods including seafood, pasta with light sauces, and even grilled sausage. $20 Value LA MANCHA 2016 Torre de Rejas: Pale yellow color with a nose of citrus and white flower, followed by a full palate and a zesty finish. Refreshing cooled, and good with fish and light pasta dishes. $10 Value MOON CREST 2016 Pinot Grigio: This refreshing California white excites with an inviting bouquet of orange blossom and citrus zest, with an oaky underlay. On the palate, pear, peach, and tropical melon dance across the tongue, leading into a crisp finish. Refreshing with some earthy notes. $12 Value

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ANTHONY KOSTER 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon: This expressive Sonoma Valley cabernet sauvignon is red-fruit forward, floral, and bright, with a richness in texture and body from 12 months aging in oak. The first impression of this wine is notes of dried cherries and black currant jam. Light tannins and soft vanilla oak culminate in a wine worthy of cocktail hour quaffing, or sturdy enough for the dinner table. $12 Value PARAGON VINEYARD Tangent 2018 Pinot Gris: This white wine varietal originated in France’s Burgundy region and is now grown in one of Paragon Vineyard’s sustainable vine blocks here in the Central Coast. With one of the longest growing seasons in the state, the soils are a mixture of volcanic, clay loam and rocky marine sediment, offering few nutrients. The temperate climate brings extended hang time, and the soils cause the vines to stress and strain as they grow. These two factors ultimately culminate in fully ripe, concentrated fruit that bursts with flavor. Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel, this wine stays long and the palate, and pairs well with a wide range of foods including seafood, pasta with light sauces, and even grilled sausage. $20 Value

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Sextant Wines 2018 Caverio Founder’s Collection: Hand picked from the winery’s RBZ vineyard in the El Pomar sub AVA of Paso Robles, the 2018 Caverio is comprised of 85% Grenache, 6% Syrah, and 9% Mourvèdre. Each varietal is fermented and aged separately with a mix of new and used French and Hungarian oak. The winery was particularly happy with the way their Grenache showed this vintage, so they chose to blend in a small portion of Syrah for tannin and Mourvèdre to add depth to the aroma. Each varietal was barrel aged for 20 months before bottling, and this wine was bottle aged for nearly a year before release. The wine exhibits a layered symphony of aroma and flavor. Red plum, strawberry, cinnamon and nutmeg immediately open up in the glass. As it breathes, you’ll find notes of fresh potting soil and red clay. The palate has a watermelon like smoothness, with creamy tannin and structure that invites you back for more after every sip. Will live long in the bottle. $70 Value VINA ROBLES 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon: Lush aromas of black cherry, caramel and mocha cream. The palate starts soft and inviting, with more cherry and caramel, then firms up with tighter tannins and penetrating acidity. Winemaker’s notes: “The fruit for our 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon was selected from two of our estate vineyards in Paso Robles – Huerhuero and Creston Valley. Huerhuero Vineyard, in the hilly terrain between the El Pomar and Geneseo Districts, benefits from the moderating Pacific breezes that blow through the Templeton Gap in the afternoon as well as its limiting calcareous subsoils. Creston Valley Vineyard has picture perfect high terrain, southern exposure and shallow soils with noticeable granulated limestone. Both of these vineyards produce Cabernet Sauvignon with an overall balance of expressive flavors and structure. All the blocks were handpicked and sorted in the early morning to ensure quality and uniformity of ripeness. Then the fruit was destemmed and gently crushed into temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Pumpovers took place regularly to enhance color and help extract tannins from the skin. After pressing, the wine was racked into barrels to complete malolactic fermentation. While the majority of wine was aged in French oak, we also used some American and Hungarian oak barrels for added nuances and complexity. After 8 months of aging and extensive blending trials, a bit of Petit Verdot was added to enhance structure. The final blend was then aged in barrels for an additional 12 months to fully integrate before bottling”. 93 pt. rating Wine Enthusiast Editor’s Choice. $25 Value

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