360 wine bar bistro nashville tennessee wine list

8/6/2019 360 Wine Bar Bistro Nashville Tennessee Wine List

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Welcome to 360 Bistro. Inside this book you will find over 900 different wineselections, covering every major wine producing region. The list is designed withsimplicity in mind, as it is organized by varietal with accompanying tasting notes.Should any specific questions arise, please ask for one of our wine stewards. It isour pleasure to serve you, and create a memorable dining experience.

Corkage:Our corkage fee is $25 per 750ml bottle, up to 2 bottles. For 3 andmore bottles, our fee is $50 per bottle. The corkage fee for any bottle, vintagespecific, found on our wine list is $50. All corkage fees will be waived if thetable buys more than $50 worth of wine(per 2 adult guests).

Due to the size and ever-changing aspectsof our wine list, please refer to our newIpad wine lists for 99.9% accuracy.Updates are made to this paper format weekly, but small ommissions orinnacurracies in respect to vintage or price may occur. Ipads are updateddaily!


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RED

Pinot NoirDomestic 34-41International 42-46

Merlot 47

Shiraz 48

Syrah 49, 50

Zinfandel 51

Malbec 52

Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Based Blends 53-62

Other Red Blends 63, 64

Other Varietal Reds 65Spanish Reds 66, 67

Italian RedsAmarone 68Barbaresco 69Barolo 70-72Brunello di Montalcino 73, 74Chianti/Chianti Classico 75Super Tuscans 76-78Other Italian 79

French RedsBordeaux 80-85Rhone Valley 86-97Other French 98

HALF BOTTLESWhite 99, 100Red 101, 102

LARGE FORMAT 103, 104DESSERT WINES 105, 106

BEER 107

PREMIUM SPIRITS 108-110

LIQUOR 360s (Flights) 111


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360 FLIGHTS360 Bistro is proud to offer a selection of six wine flights. The wines are poured in 3 oz. portions and displayed on our special 360 board.

Sparkling Wines 23 La Marca Prosecco DOC, Italy Domaine Chandon Blanc de Noirs, California Domaine Carneros by Taittinger Le Rve, California

Alternative Whites 17 Don Olegario Albario, Rias Baixas, SpainChateau de Valmer Vouvray, France

Lugana Pilandro Trebbiano, Italy

Chardonnay 20 Duckhorn "Migration", Russian River Valley Mer Soleil Silver , California Domaine de la Collonge Pouilly-Fuisse, Burgundy

Alternative Reds 23 Ben Marco Malbec, ArgentinaConcha y Toro Gran Reserva Carmenere, ChileSchild Estate Shiraz, Australia

Pinot Noir 21 Ransom, Willamette Valley, Oregon A.P. Vin Turner Vineyard, California Meiomi by Belle Glos, California

Bold Reds 21 Kiona Cabernet, Washington State

Plan Pegau Cotes du Rhone, France Demarie Barbera DAlba Superiore DOC, Italy

Our Finest Ports 29Taylor Fladgate 10 Year TawnyTaylor Fladgate 20 Year TawnyTaylor Fladgate 30 Year Tawny

The Premier 360 26 A sampling of our finest wines available currently by the glass // 2oz pour. Belle Glos Clark and Telephone Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA 2010

Justin Isosceles, Paso Robles, California 2008 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2007


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WINES OF DISTINCTION BY THE GLASS

These wines change frequently, and offer a chance to taste wines not normally served by theglass in Nashville. ***Please note: These wines are not available for 1/2 bottle nights***

They are offered in 3oz. tastings pours, or the more traditional 6oz. glass.

If there is a wine on the list offered by the bottle only, and you would like to buy a glass for 25%of the bottle cost, please ask! We will do our best to accommodate your request, however, pleaseunderstand it may not always be possible.

WHITE 3oz. 6oz.

Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc // Russian River Valley, California 2010 10 20The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights. In themouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear on the lingering

finish.

Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 15 30Floral, white peach and smoky pear aromas, bit of minerality in the center, oak is nicely integrated.

RED

Belle Glos Clark and Telephone Pinot Noir // Santa Maria Valley, CA 2010 11 22Very dense and superconcentrated, this offers an impressive mix of dense blackberry, raspberry and huckleberry, holding its focus and maintaining its supple texture. 93 WS.

Justin Isosceles // Paso Robles, California 2008 14 28Composed of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot. It exhibits sweeter tannins along with dense black fruits intermixed with charcoal, creme de cassis, roasted herbs,and spice box. It is a big, thick, juicy, nearly over-the-top wine with impressive balance. 93 WA.

Argiano Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2007 15 30 The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino is rich, deep and resonant. It shows fabulous depth and richness, withseemingly endless layers of fruit that caress the palate. Dark red cherries, savory herbs, tobacco and licoricelinger on the textured, creamy finish. This is another terrific effort from Argiano. 93 WA.


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BY THE GLASS

CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLINGGlass Bottle

Prosecco, La Marca, Extra Dry // Italy NV 9 36 Baked apple, sour lemon and grapefruit, with a lightly creamy mineral texture. 90 WS.

Brut Blanc de Noirs, Domaine Chandon // California NV 12 48 Elegant and lively, pale red in color, with floral red fruits and vanilla aromas, nicely layered, crispcitrus, spice and cream flavors. 88 WS.

Brut Blanc de Blanc, Domaine Carneros Le Reve by Taittinger // 20 80California 2005

Luxurious and complex, blending an opulent texture with lively acidity. Bold aromas of brioche, almond and lemon curd lead to layered flavors of Asian pear and cinnamon spice. 92 WS.

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WHITE Glass Bottle

Riesling Kabinett, Von Schleinitz "Weissenberg" // Mosel, Germany 200813 52 Elegant, yet well-structured, with aromas and flavors of white peach, nectarines, and grapefruit,with wet slate minerality adding to the clean, vibrant finish! Delicious!

Conundrum // California 2010 12 48 Bursting with fragrant honeysuckle and jasmine, with ripe melon, peach, nectarine and honeycombgrace notes. Intensely flavored, with a refreshing acidity.

Vouvray, Chateau de Valmer // Loire Valley, France 2010 9 36 This beautiful Chenin Blanc has just a hint of sweetness, but soft and well balanced with good fruit and aciditySec Tendre

Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali // Trentino, Italy 2010 9 36 Golden in color with a full, ripe palate. Lemon, apple, and floral notes. Delicious!

Pinot Gris,Domaines Schlumberger Les Princes Abbs // Alsace 2009 12 48 Hints of smoke, lemon curd and fresh forest floor add layers of complexity to the flavors of white peach, pink grapefruit and spiced orange peel to this elegant, silky texture, with a tangy, mouthwatering finish.

Rioja Blanco, Bodegas Ostatu // Rioja, Spain 2011 9 36 The Bodegas Ostatu Rioja Blanco 2011 is a blend of 90% Viura and 10% Malvasia grapes from 60-70

year old vines, in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. Fermented in stainless steel to accentuate thecharacteristics and quality of the grapes, this white Rioja presents us with some bright citrus, snappyacidity and well balanced fruit.

Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven // Marlborough, New Zealand, 2011 11 44 A simple wine with great character, showing stunning tropical fruit and grassy aromas, all focused with a razor's edge of zippiness, leading to a clean, mouthwatering finish! A true expression of thewonderful sauvignon blancs from the island of Marlborough in New Zealand!


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Sancerre, Hubert Brochard // Loire Valley, France 2010 14 56 Fresh and crisp on the palate, with pear, peach and apple notes frolicking about, this is quintessentialSancerre. Add vibrant acidity, great length and a pleasant dose of minerality to the mix, and you've got a wine that does the region proud. Sauvignon Blanc.

Albario, Don Olegario // Rias Baixas, Spain 2010 12 48Striling flavors of ripe peach, pink grapefruit, wet stone and smoke, Fresh, clean finish, delicious!

Ros Gamay, Pierre Boniface "Les Rocailles" // Vin de Savoie, France 201113 52The mouth-watering ros offers delicate strawberry and raspberry aromas. Light, crisp,and bone-dryon the palate, benefitting from aging in stainless steel tanks, not oak barrels. 90 WA

Trebbiano, Azienda Agricola Pilandro // Lugano, Italy 2006 12 48Straw coloured yellow with greenish reflections, a pleasant and delicate aroma, with perfumes of

flowers and ripe fruit, a fresh and soft taste are the characteristics of this wine.

Chardonnay, McWilliams // South Eastern Australia 2010 7 28 A medium-bodied fruit driven Chardonnay with tropical fruit and vanilla flavors, and a crisp finish.

Chardonnay, Mer Soleil "Silver" // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 201014 56 Mineral-driven nose with citrus shining through. Cement tank fermentation and aging bring out aromasremindful of the first rain of the season or a wet rock. Soft and round entry with a mid-palate that reveals ripe fruits such as lemons, gooseberry and grapefruit.

Pouilly-Fuisse, Domaine de la Collonge // Burgundy, France 2010 15 60 This charming Chardonnay from the Maconnaise in Southern Burgundy offers generous aromas and

flavors of ripe mountain apples and lemon pie, with a pinpoint minerality to clean the smooth finish.From a small 22 acre, family-owned Estate, and one of our favorites

Saint Veran, Joseph Burrier, Reserve // Burgundy, France 2010 15 60The wine offers a seductive and fruity expression, with a rich mouth that finishes harmoniously

on citrus.

Chardonnay, Duckhorn "Migration" // Russian River Valley, CA 2010 16 64Full-bodied and intense, this is a touch raw in texture, with ripe pear, spice, apple and white peach

flavors.


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BY THE GLASS

RED

Pinot Noir, Meiomi by Belle Glos // Central Coast, California 2011 13 52Flavors of bright cherry, cola, dried leaves undertoned with vanilla, leather and high style oak.

Pinot Noir,Ransom Selection // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 15 60 Light and snappy, with an edge to the red berry and currant flavors, sliding through the finish. 90 WS.

Pinot Noir,A.P.Vin Turner Vineyard // Sta.Rita Hills, California 2009 17 68 Rich plum & ripe red berries with spice, beautiful pinot noir! Only 150 case made! 91 WS

Cotes du Rhone, Plan Pegau // Rhone Valley, France 2010 13 52 An approachable, medium bodied wine with loads of cherry fruit, light peppery notes and a touch of Chteauneuf funk. Made by Laurence Feraud of Domaine du Pegau.

Merlot, Red RockReserve // California 2010 9 36 Lush concentrations of black cherry, plum and boysenberry are complemented by soft, rounded tannins.

Schild Estate // Barossa Valley, Australia 2010 13 55 An expressive Shiraz, bursting with dark plum and bright blueberry notes, joined by hints of roasted meat and spice. The finish rolls along with an airy, open texture that lets the flavors sail. Has depth and

pinpoint balance.

Zinfandel, Seghesio // Sonoma County, California 2010 14 56 This beauty is jammed with pepper & licorice, plus notes of black raspberry, sage, & smoke. 90 WS.

Malbec, Ben Marco // Mendoza, Argentina 2010 14 56 Full bodied and penetrating on the palate with loads of chewy, currant jam flavors.

Carmenere Gran Reserva, Concha Y Toro // Cachapoal Valley, Chile 201014 56 Spending 14 months in French and American oak, this deep, intense, purplish-red blend of 90%Carmenere and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon shows intense aromas of black fruits, blueberries,black plums, chocolate, and white pepper. Concentrated, with soft, sweet tannins. Give me red meat!

Barbera DAlba Superiore, Demarie // Piedmont, Italy 2008 16 64 Intense fruity bouquet of prune and mulberry with a hint of spice

Cabernet Sauvignon, Kiona // Washington State 2004 15 60This multifaceted, raffish Cabernet, though not all from the estate vineyard, has Red Mountainssignature structure, nicely balanced by aromas and flavors of cassis, violets, plum, and smoke.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis M. Martini // Sonoma County, California 2010 9 36 Aromas and flavors of red cherry, blackberry and sage with an underlying dry creek dustiness.

Cabernet Sauvignon blend, Gilbert Cellars Left Bank // 12 48Wahluke Slope, Washington 2009

Left Bank was named after the Left Bank of Bordeaux which this delicious blend is styled after. The Doc Stewart Vineyard is also perched on the Left Bank of the Columbia River. It features 53%Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Petit Verdot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 9% Merlot, 9% Malbec.


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SPECIAL COCKTAILS

Dark & Stormy 10Gosling's Black Seal Rum, Gosling's Ginger Beer, Lemon

Spiked Spiced Chai Tea 10Voyant Chai Cream Liqueur, Chai Spiced Hot Tea, Whipped Cream and Cinnamon

Mojito (Regular, Black Cherry, Citrus, Strawberry) 12Your Choice of Flavor with Fresh Mint and Lime, Sugar and Club Soda

Orange Blossom 12 New Amsterdam Gin, Muddled Oranges, Pineau des Charentes, Soda

Day in the Sun 12 Hangar 1 Kaffir Lime, Cream of Coconut, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice

The Rich and Sexy 12 Grey Goose L'Orange, Limoncello, Elderflower Liqueur, PAMA, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice

Tres Leches Milk Shake on the Rocks 12 Malibu Rum, Tres Leches Liqueur, Caramel Drizzle, Splash of Biscotti

Chocolate Coconut Martini 12 360 Chocolate Vodka, Creme de Cacao dark, Cream of Coconut, Cream, Shaved Coconut, Chocolate Syrup

Lychee Cocktail 14 Grey Goose La Poire Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Lychee Puree, Lychee Fruit,Fresh Lime Juice

Margaritas 15

Mayan KAH MargaritaKAH Tequila, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Agave Nectar

Pomegranate Margarita La Pinta Pomegranate Tequila, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Agavero Orange Liqueur

Strawberry Margarita El Jimador Tequila, Fresh Muddled Strawberries, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice


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Classic Cocktails

Pimms Cup 10Pimms liqueur, Soda, Lemon, Lime, Cucumber

French 75 12Tanqueray Gin, Sugar, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Lemon Twist

Aviation 12 No. 209 Gin, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Creme De Violette, Lemon Juice

Old Fashioned 12 Makers Mark, Muddled Cherries and Oranges, Bitters

Sidecar 15Christian Brothers Brandy, Agavero, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Candied Lemon/Orange Zest

Sazerac 15Sazerac Rye, Pernod, Bitters, Sugar, Lemon Twist

Negroni 15Plymouth Gin, Campari, Antica Carpano Sweet Vermouth, Orange Slice

Classic Manhattan 15Woodford Reserve, Antica Carpano Sweet Vermouth, Bitters, Cherries


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CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING

375ml

Duval-Leroy Sec Champagne "Lady Rose" (375ml) // France NV 55Off-dry ros, full of cherry, berry, spice and pastry flavors married to a fine mousse.

Taittinger Prestige Brut Rose (375ml) // France NV 60 A beautiful wine best enjoyed as an aperitif. Sweet, perfumed fruit emerges from this crisp, layered Champagne. 90 WA.

Saint-Chamant Brut Champagne (375ml) // Epernay, France 1999 89 Beautiful body, wonderful citrus, touch of oak, long, lingering finish! Magic in a glass!

750ml

DeBortoli Emeri Pink Moscato // Southeastern Australia NV 30 Lightly sweet and refreshing with pretty lychee nut, pear, and spice flavors. 87 WS

Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau "Petillant" Vouvray Demi-Sec // France NV 60Off-dry, showing breezy apple, melon, pineapple and mint notes, with an open, soft finish.

Cadel Bosco Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige // Lombardia, Italy NV 80Clean and delicate on the nose, full-bodied and toasty on the palate. This wine is very smooth, creamy,and elegant with a touch of vanilla and hazelnut on the finish.

Joseph Perrier Cuvee Royale Brut Champagne // France NV 90 Elegant, with delicate acidity framing subtle notes of white peach, fresh flowers, dried pineapple and biscuit. Very refined in texture, with a lingering, spiced finish. 92 WS.

Jacques Copinet Brut Rose Champagne // France NV 90Pink salmon color. Very floral, with fresh notes of wild strawberry and citrus. Fruity and delicate with asupple mlange of red berries, cinnamon and citrus. Long, zesty red fruit finish. From '99, '00, and '01vintages.

Pol Roger Brut Champagne // France NV 100 Equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. A beautiful gold straw color, fine bubbles, abouquet of floral and fruity aromas, ripe on the palate with mouthwatering brioche.

Argyle "Extended Tirage" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 1999 140 Elegant, with very fine bubbles and complex spice, coffee, pear and toast aromas and flavors. 95 WS.

Bollinger "Special Cuvee" Champagne // France NV 140 A rich, smoky Champagne, with hints of marzipan and fennel seed accenting honeyed malt, bread dough, baked apple and gingersnap flavors. It's all focused by intense acidity, which meshes beautifullyinto the layers of flavor and refined texture, with a lingering finish. 94 WS.

H. Billiot et Fils Brut Grand Cru Champagne // France 2004 150 A powerful, intense wine layered with expressive red berries, mint, licorice and crushed flowers, all of which are wrapped around an intense, mineral-driven frame. 93 WA.


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Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne // France NV 170 Bright and elegant, this offers appealing flavors of ripe black cherry, raspberry and orange peel that show hints of toasted raisin bread, anise and sweet smoke. Offers a beautiful texture, with a long,mouthwatering finish. 92 WS.

Billecart-Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Champagne // France NV 180 Elegant, small bubbles dance in the glass with pretty floral, stone fruits, and spice, all gracefully balanced from this 100% Chardonnay blend . 89 RP

Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Champagne // France 2000 185Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licoricethat linger. 94 WS.

Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Cuvee Palmes d'Or // France 1998 200The open, inviting bouquet leads to an expressive, generous core of fruit with pretty notes of earlytertiary character that add complexity. Brioche, hazelnuts, dried pears and dried apricots linger on along, beautifully articulated finish. 90 WA. 90 WS.

Krug Brut Champagne, Grand Cuvee // France NV 275 A smoky, intense wine, with layer upon layer of coffee, roasted nut, golden piecrust, ripe apple, honeyand spice flavors. 95 WS.

Nicolas Feuillatte Ros Champagne Cuvee Palmes d'Or // France 2002 340 Nicely structured with pure pinot noir, showing red berry and floral aromas, with a seemless finish.One of our select favorite ros champagnes tasted recently! 91 WS

Krug Brut Champagne // France 1995 425 A very youthful '95. Delicate. Intense aromas of ginger, citrus, candied berry and multigrain bread turnto honey, roasted almonds and graphite on the palate. It's all underscored by a precise structure and creamy texture. Its structure keeps it persistent through the long finish. A picture of precision and intensity. 98 WS.

Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Ros Champagne // France 1996 575Sweet, expansive and generous, the wine blossoms on the palate with extraordinary grace as layers of silky, perfumed fruit open up in the glass. 97 WA.


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RIESLING

Austria

Loimer Qualittswein Trocken Kamptal // Niedersterreich, Austria 2007 44 A crisp, focused Riesling, with apple, citrus and kiwifruit flavors. The powerful, mineral-filled finishgives this extra lift. 90 WS.

Stadt Krems Qualittswein Trocken Kremstal Steinterrassen // Wachau, Austria 2008 65Very fresh and crisp, with lots of mineral, apple and citrus flavors that are backed up by plenty of freshacidity. 89 WS.

France

Ostertag Heissenberg // Alsace, France 2007 75This dry, creamy Riesling displays spiced flavors of grapefruit sorbet, lychee, honeysuckle and freshsqueezed orange juice. There's an underlying energy, in part from the nervy acidity, but this is soseamless you don't even notice the intensity at first. Delicious, with a lingering, mineral-tinged finish.

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Rolly Gassmann Kappelweg // Alsace, France 2004 99 Lilies, mint, and black currant in the nose, leading to refined and subtly-sweet, chalky finish with hintsof refreshing lemon.

Zind-Humbrecht, Brand // Alsace, France 2007 140Smells gorgeously of iris, lily-of-the-valley, linden, white peach, and grapefruit. Plush and tenderly

palate-saturating, dry-tasting at 10 grams residual sugar, its hints of tart and bitter red currant,grapefruit rind, peach pit, hazelnut, and sage offer dynamic counterpoint with its generosity of fruit and texture, persisting with uncanny tenacity, clarity, lift, and energy as well as mysteriously marine

minerality and scallop-like sweet-saline savor. 95 WA.

Germany

Robert Eymael (Monchhof)Mosel Slate Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 55Vibrant peach and lemon blossom flavors fill this to the brim, joined by plenty of cream and glazed citrus notes. There's mineral and slate on the finish, with ruby grapefruit accents that offer plenty of

fresh acidity. 93 WS.

Reinhold Haart Piesport Grafenberg Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2009 55Very racy and powerful, displaying a pronounced ripe licorice aroma that leads to flavors of whitecherry, smoke, fennel and glazed citrus. Winds up on the finish, with loads of slate and savory notes.

92 WS.

St.-Urbans-Hof Ockfen Bockstein Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 60 Hinting at graphite, this white delivers peach, Golden Delicious apple, warm baking spice and citrusaromas and flavors. It's all matched to a firm, tightly wound structure, with the acidity topping thebalance now. There's fine, stony length. 94 WS. 94 WA.


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Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2008 60 Extremely bright in aroma as well as palate impression, the wine is dominated by lemon and grapefruit,with village typical cherry and cassis manifesting themselves as an invigorating chew of fruit skin that isdelightfully complimented by estate-typical impingement of CO2. 91 WA.

Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett // Mosel- Germany 2009 60Features grapefruit and cassis with the bitterness of grapefruit rind as well as hints of stone and salt offering counterpoint. 88+ WA.

Marcus Molitor Haus Klosterberg Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 60 Slate, white peach and apple aromas, along with the "cool" black currant predominant in the vintage.

92 WS.

Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2010 65Creamy and ripe as WS from Prum should be, with slightly lower acid than the GH. Elegant and extremely pure. Explosive in the mouth with incredible depth. Ripe and so juicy due to the higher thannormal acids. Still with great balance and a very long finish.

Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2007 65 Lime, grapefruit and peach flavors with an undercurrent of mineral. It's balanced and has a crisp, tangyaftertaste. 91 WS.

Karthauserhof Ethelsbacher Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 75 Intense and sleek, with concentrated nectarine, lime and slate flavors that give this plenty of verve.Quite smoky midpalate, with a powerful, seamless finish that oozes minerality. 94 WS.

Joh. Jos. Prum Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2007 85 This Zeltinger is a soothing, creamy essence of liquid flowers, accompanied by orchard fruit essences,vanilla, malt, and nut oils. 93 WA.

Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2003 85Terrific Auslese. Pure, vibrant and elegant, with a panoply of peach, lime and slate aromas and flavorsmatched to a seamless frame. Lovely aftertaste of baked apple and vanilla. 94 WS.

Reinhold Haart Piesport Goldtrpfchen Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 90This haunting wine evokes violet, black currant and slate aromas and flavors, all defined by the taut,racy structure. Light-weight, lean and intense, with a kaleidoscope of flavors. 95 WS.

Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2007 95Gorgeous aromas and flavors of tropical fruit salad stay vivid and etched across the finish thanks to thevibrant structure. Ethereal yet intense, with a snappy finish. 94 WS.

Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2009 130 Racy and powerful, with loads of bright acidity behind the intense, concentrated green apple, peach and ripe melon flavors. There's a concentrated minerality to this as well, with some fascinating hints of lardons and spice on the finish. 97 WS.

Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2005 180Silky, harmonious and refined, with apricot, apple, lime and mineral aromas and flavors matched to alight-weight frame. Balanced, with its hidden structure evident in the tanginess on the finish and thelong, lingering aftertaste of baked apple. Puts it all together. 98 WS.


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Washington State

Long Shadows Poet's Leap // Columbia Valley, Washington 2009 55 Light straw-colored with an alluring perfume of flint, spring flowers, white peach, and melon. Made in aKabinett style (1.35 grams residual sugar), on the palate it is crisp, vibrant, intense, and impeccablybalanced. 91 WA.

GRNER VELTLINER

Karl Stierschneider Grner Veltliner Qualitatswein Trocken Steinterrassen Kartauserhof // 45Niedersterreich, Austria 2008

Intense, ruby grapefruit, apricot, pear tart and white pepper aromas with the palate to match,culminating in a long and creamy finish. Simply gorgeous for that Riesling alternative.

F.X. Pichler Grner Veltliner Smaragd Loibner Berg // Wachau, Austria 2009 125Offering lots of honey, cream and spice, this shows good focus to its ripe, rich fruit flavors, including

peach, apricot jam and glazed citrus. The long finish is bright and spicy. 92 WS.

GEWURZTRAMINER

Delheim Gewurztraminer // Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, South Africa 2008 40Soft and forward, with tasty lemon peel, grapefruit and kiwifruit notes that linger on the easygoing

finish. Lightly sweet.

Zind Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Rangen de Thane Clos St. Urbain 190Vendange Tardive // Alsace, France 2006

Big and bold, with a deep caramel hue and acidity that cuts like a whip, making this VT seem more like

a dry wine than a late-harvest. The layers of flavor include orange and grapefruit peel, dried apricot,raisin, clove and myrrh. Long finish. 93 WA.


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SAUVIGNON BLANC

California

Merryvale, Starmont // Napa Valley, California 2011 30 Expressive notes of lemon, honeydew melon, alyssum flower, orange, honeysuckle and vanilla bean.

Ehlers Estate // Napa Valley, California 2011 60The flavors of Meyer lemon zest, orange blossoms, white peaches, apricot, and grapefruit define thisclean, bold, white wine that is at once rich and creamy, crisp and dry, and made from 100% estate-grown, certified organic grapes.

Duckhorn // Napa Valley, California 2010 60 Bright lemon, grapefruit, and lime notes are refreshing, with tropical hints of pineapple, mango, and passion fruit that gain momentum on the finish. Stylish, with an intensity and spicy quality.

Spottswoode // Napa and Sonoma Counties, California 2009 70 Aromatic with peach, white pepper and hints of paper whites in bloom. Notes of flint whirl delicatelyaround flavors of honey and ripe pear.

Merry Edwards // Russian River Valley, California 2010 95The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights.

In the mouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear onthe lingering finish.

France

Roger and Christophe Moreux Sancerre "Les Bouffants" // Loire Valley, France 2009 65 Intense aromas of wild flowers, fresh figs and melon, a firm structure rich in glycerin, and a long, refreshing finish.

Didier Dagueneau Sancerre Monts Damnes // Loi re Valley, France 2008 200 White peach, gooseberry, grapefruit, chalk dust, and saline, alkaline intimations of ocean breeze in thenose. This positively billows into a non-stop finish with bittersweet, musky floral essences (iris,narcissus) adding to a shimmering interactive complexity of fruit, herb, and mineral nuances. 93 WA.

Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2007 225Weighty, but lithe and balanced, with gorgeous, alluring notes of honeysuckle, macadamia nut, whiteasparagus, lemon curd, quinine and straw all carrying through seamlessly on the long, invigorating

finish. 94 WS.

Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2008 205 Ripe pear and white peach along with sage, and fusil, chalky notes of crushed stone. 93 WA.


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New Zealand

Clifford Bay // Awatere Valley, New Zealand 2010 28 Blackcurrant, guava and citrus notes. The palate exhibits the same fine fruit flavors with an under lying flinty note typical of Awatere Valley fruit. The finish is long, crisp and dry.

Cloudy Bay // Marlborough, New Zealand 2011 65 Intense notes of gooseberries, passion fruit, grapefruit zest and grass with a hint of fresh herbs. Crisp,dry and medium bodied with a good concentration of grapefruit and herb flavors, it gives a long tropical

fruit laced finish. 90 WA.

PINOT GRIGIO and PINOT GRIS

Esperto Pinot Grigio // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2009 30Crisp and complex with notes of jasmine, broom and magnolia flower; notes of white peach, apricot, pear,golden apple, cantaloupe, acacia honey; hints of crushed stone.

Principe dei Conti Pinot Grigio // Delle Venezie, Italy 2009 30On the nose, this wine is rich and flavorful, displaying an ample bouquet with hints of almond. The taste is dry,smooth, and harmonious, and it keeps a good acidity with great fruitiness.

Adelsheim Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2011 30 Bosc pear, peach and apple flavors dominate the fruit profile, with a bit of spiciness.

Cooper Mountain Reserve Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 30 Lush and round fruit flavors ranging from stone fruits to hints of peaches on the palate and arebeautifully balanced with elegant minerals.

Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc // Santa Barbara County, California 2009 40 Zippy, fresh-fruit acidity that is matched by plenty of apple, pear, grapefruit, and pineapple.

Rene Mure Pinot Gris // Alsace, France 2009 50This wine has a light yellow and brilliant color, with green tints. The nose reminds white peach and mandarin. The mouth is silky and presents a beautiful freshness. It evokes pineapple, orange and bitterness of grapefruit. A crunchy, well-balanced wine.

Astrolabe Pinot Gris // Marlborough, New Zealand 2010 55Pure, easy-drinking wine with a fine minerality and delicacy of structure. Stonefruit and pear flavorsdominate.

Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris Rangen de Thann Clos St.-Urbain Grand Cru // 145Alsace, France 2009 Racy acidity frames this white, driving white peach, kumquat, star fruit and cantaloupe flavors, with arich, smoky subnote. Very refined and well-cut, with all the details attended to. The lingering finishechoes the wine's smoky mineral side, with a pretty floral note of orchard blossoms.


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RHONE AND RHONE STYLE WHITES

California

Tensley Blanc, Camp Four Vineyard // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2009 60 A blend of 65% Grenache Blanc and 35% Roussanne. Aromas of nectarines, quince, and white currantsare followed by a medium-bodied white wine revealing fresh acids as well as a heady finish. 90 WA.

Krupp Brothers, Black Bart Marsanne, Stagecoach Vineyard // 70Napa Valley, California 2006

Rich apple, honeysuckle and citrus notes mingle with spicy almond flavors and refreshing acidity.88 WA.

Dumol Viognier "Lia" // Russian River Valley, California 2008 125Fresh Lychee nut and tropical fruit notes. Good acidity as well as plenty of flavor intensity. 92 WA.

France

Cotes du Rhone

Domaine de la Vielle Jullienne Cotes du Rhone Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 201075 Made mostly from Clairette, with a touch of Grenache blanc. This wine is better than 75% of the whiteChateauneuf du Papes, but unfortunately there are only 300 or so cases. A serious wine with a light gold color might raise a few eyebrows, but the wonderfully fresh, honeyed marmalade and orange rind notesintermixed with some quince and rose petals are followed by delicious fruit, medium to full body, and surprising complexity and intensity. 90 WA.

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 130Offers up liquid mineral, licorice, beeswax, citrus and tropical fruit aromas that lead into a mediumbodied, clean, balanced palate. Very fresh but with nice texture. NYR.

Domaine Saint Prefert Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 135 Aromas of waxy rose petals and honeysuckle along with good freshness and minerality, plenty of body,and a honeyed finish. 93 WS.

Domaine Saint Prefert Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2010 135The 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape blanc, which is 80% Clairette and 20% Roussanne, has wonderfully

crisp minerality as well as hints of poached pear, lemon zest and nectarines in a fragrant, medium to full-bodied, crisp and generous, dry white Chateauneuf du Pape. 90 WA.

Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Rhone, France 2009 135 40% Clairette, 30% Grenache Blanc, 15% Roussanne and 15% Bourboulenc. Delicate floral notesinterwoven with hints of pears, nectarines, red currants and crushed rocks. 90 WA.


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Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2006 199 Buttered brioche, ginger, creamed peach and dried persimmon notes that hang on through the creamy,rounded finish. Good latent acidity holds it all together, with deceptive length. 92 WS.

Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 210Superfresh, with blanched almond, green plum, yellow apple and verbena notes carried by almost brisk minerality. The finish is really bright and mouthwatering. 95 WS.

Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2010 210Stony, pure and driven, with melon rind, white peach and verbena notes offset by fine cut and precision,as mineral, salted butter and quinine notes ripple through the very lengthy finish. Lovely now, with the

fine acidity to develop nicely. 94 WS.

Chateau Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes // Rhone, France 2009 325 Aromas of rose petals, exotic fruits such as mango and nectarine intermixed with peach marmalade,honeysuckle and crushed pineapple emerge from this full-bodied white along with good acidity and lavish amounts of fruit and glycerin. It offers a nearly out of body wine tasting experience. 100 WA.

Condrieu

Domaine Clusel-Loch Condrieu "Verchery" // Northern Rhone, France 2008 125This is open now, showing pear and green apple notes alongside a core of peach and honey. NYR.

George Vernay Condrieu "Coteaux de Vernon" // Northern Rhone, France 2008 199 Exhibits the lively tangerine and blood orange edges of the vintage, with an ample core of pear, fig and green apple. Long, with lots of minerality showing on the finish. 94 WS.

Yves Cuilleron Condrieu "Vertige" // Northern Rhone, France 2009 260Powerful and dense, showing gorgeous range to the creamed peach, pear, fig and ginger flavors, withlovely mouthfeel on the caressing finish, which is filled with toasted hazelnut and brioche. This has the

buried minerality for finesse and balance, despite its obvious power. A stunner. 95 WS.

Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage

Domaine Combier Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, Clos des Grives // 110Northern Rhone, France 2007Wildly aromatic nose combines flowers, dried fruits, vanilla, spice and exotic citrus fruits. Medium to

full-body with great acidity. 80% Roussanne 20% Marsanne.

Jean-Luc Colombo Hermitage Blanc "Le Rouet" // Northern Rhone, France 1999 140 Mature, with creamy almond, straw, coriander, lemon peel, butter, green tea and fig flavors that areharmonious and balanced through the lush yet focused finish. 90 WS.

Tardieu-Laurent Hermitage Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2007 145Clearly modern, offering lush macadamia, Cavaillon melon and buttered brioche notes, but alsosuperpure and fine, with blazing minerality and a long, graceful, floral-filled finish. A beauty for itscombination of weight and precision. Roussanne and Grenache Blanc. 93 WS.


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E Guigal Ermitage "Ex Voto" Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2007 350 Intense, with gorgeously pure salted butter, brioche, paraffin, creamed yellow apple, anise and persimmon notes all woven together and pushed by a broad but well-focused finish. This has the lengthto let everything take an encore. 95 WS.

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 1994 350Unctuous texture, and superb nose of honeyed white flowers, and minerals are followed by a wine of exceptional depth, richness, and balance. 94 WS.

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2009 500The bottled 2009 Hermitage Blanc is one of the greatest whites ever made chez Chave, and thats saying

something given Chaves track record. This spect acular wine, normally a blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, exhibits layers of concentration, superb acidity and minerality, laser-like focus, and

plenty of quince, white currant, citrus oil, honeysuckle, anise, white peach and apricot marmalade notes. 99 WA.

Chapoutier ErmitageLe Meal Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2008 400Caramelized apricot, honeyed orange, white currant and quince notes intermixed with a liqueur of rockscharacteristic are found in this dense, full-bodied, ripe, atypically powerful, rich wine. 95 WA.

Chapoutier Ermitage l'Ermite Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2007 550 A nectar of rocks, honeysuckle, quince, pears, and white peaches, this super-expressive, full-bodied,thick, glycerin-endowed wine is another example of a massive white Hermitage that can not be found anywhere else in the world. 100 WA.

Other

Domaine Gayda Viognier Vin de Pays d' Oc // Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2008 35Peach and apple flavors dominate this medium-bodied white.


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CHARDONNAY

DOMESTIC

California

Ferrari Carano // Sonoma County, California 2010 45 Attractive, generous white laced with pears, lemon, flowers and a hint of vanillin. Though medium inbody, it shows gorgeous persistence and length all the way through to the creamy, enveloping finish.88 WA.

Macrostie // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 60 A rich, elegant style, with intense, concentrated citrus, green apple, spice and fresh-cut flowers. Full-bodied, gaining depth and complexity on the finish, where the minerality shines through. 92 WS.

Black Dog Cellars Haney, Family Estate // Sonoma Coast, California 2010 60 Newest varietal release from Nashville's own, Mike Haney. Haney sources his fruit from Martinelli's properties.

Evening Land, Blue Label // Central Coast, California 2010 60The 2009 California Blue Label Chardonnay is produced entirely from the great Talley estate in the

Arroyo Grande Valley on the Central Coast of California. This Chardonnay was entirely barrel fermented and aged in neutral French oak for 11 months. In the glass, this wine shows a rich goldencolor with aromas and flavors of lemon zest, green apples, and hints of ginger and nutmeg.

Antica // Napa Valley, California 2009 65The Antica Napa Valley 2009 Chardonnay is pure, fresh, and complex. Aromas of crushed stone fruit are interwoven with flavors of pear, apple, white peach, and a signature terroir-driven minerality.

Hazelnut and vanilla add layers of intensity and intrigue. Antica is one of Antinori's US projects.

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Karia" // Napa Valley, California 2009 65Part of this cuvee is put through malolactic and about one-third is aged in stainless steel and two-thirdsin wood. It offers up aromas of orange blossom, honeysuckle and lemon oil in its medium-bodied, crisp,

fresh style. 90 WA.

Fort Ross, Fort Ross Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 65This golden Chardonnay finely balances layers of intense fruit with the natural acidity and mineralitycharacteristic of the Fort Ross coastal climate. Generous aromas of white flowers, autumnal pear, and honeydew melon lead a complex palate of succulent apricot, sweet peaches with a drop of honey and spiced hazelnuts. Bottled unfined and unfiltered contributed to the seamless silky texture and lengthy

focused finish. 95 WE.

Lioco, Demuth Vineyard // Anderson Valley, California 2009 70 A nose of green apple jolly rancher, orange blossom, and white flowers, followed by flavors of freshmeyer lemon, apple skins, and mountain springs. This is quite Chablis-like and very beautiful.

Mer Soleil // Central Coast, California 2009 70 Combines ripe, intense peach, nectarine and tangerine fruit, with touches of floral and spice. Gainsbody and depth. A buttery style.


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Paul Hobbs Crossbarn // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 75 Aged in 75% stainless steel, was put through 100% malolactic, and 15% was barrel fermented in order to provide a subtle hint of spice. Made in a steely, Chablis-like style, it offers up full-bodied tropical

fruit notes intermixed with hints of honeysuckle and crushed rocks. 91 WA.

Foxen, Bien Nacido Vineyard "Block UU" // Santa Maria Valley, California 2010 90 Ripe pineapple, pear, peach mango, lime, tangerine and papaya flavors. So much fruit. 96 WE.

Plumpjack, Reserve // Napa Valley, California 2010 95 Inviting aromas Granny Smith apples, Bartlett pears, orange blossom, and cinnamon spice. On the palate, flavors of apple pie, pear, banana bread and green tea give into a rich yet racy finish. Theacidity is perfectly balanced.

Loring, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2010 95 Another big, buttery Cali chard that Loring seems to have adopted as its signature style. This one has aslight acidic backbone to complement the citrus and vanilla flavors.

Brewer Clifton, Mt. Carmel Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 95Quite intense and deep. Layers of expressive tropical fruit fill out the wines broad shouldered framenicely. 90 WA.

Forman // Napa Valley, California 2006 110 Classic lemon blossom, apple rind, nectarine, and striking minerality. 91 WA.

Vineyard Seven and Eight "8" // Napa Valley, California 2007 110 Displays loads of honeysuckle, orange blossom, and tropical fruit in an exuberant, sexy, medium to full-bodied style, with gorgeous purity, length, and intensity. Luc Morlet is the winemaker. 92 WA.

DuMol // Russian River Valley, California 2009 115 Light green/yellow color. Intense grapefruit and lemon verbena aromas broaden to cantaloupe thenbaked apple with a trace of sea spray and hazelnut complexity. Ripe stone fruits dominate the palate

entry with an edge of smoky flint then richer baked apple and subtle vanilla bean flavors. Highly focused and agile palate with great lingering mineral freshness and penetrating citrus acidity. An intriguingnote of almond richness on the building finish.

Patz and Hall, Hyde Vineyard // Carneros, California 2007 115Orange marmalade, pineapple, honeysuckle, and candied fruit aromas jump from the glass of the deep,

full-bodied, elegant, mineral-laced 2007 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard. The wood is pushed well to thebackground in this layered, well-textured offering. 94 WA.

Lewis // Napa Valley, California 2009 115Combines ripe, rich fruit with a sense of elegance and finesse, offering a depth of fruit, with spice, pear,

apple, honeydew melon and toasty, cedary oak. Full-bodied, intense and concentrated, ending with along, full finish. 92 WS.

Failla, Estate Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2010 120This ripe and full-bodied white has a sweet, rich core of baked apple, fig and honeydew melon flavors.Gains depth on the finish.


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Paul Hobbs // Russian River Valley, California 2009 120The 2009 Chardonnay is a gorgeous, polished wine bursting with rich, varietal fruit. Subtle hints of butter and oak frame the finish. This is a great entry-level wine from Paul Hobbs.

Shafer, Red Shoulder Ranch // Napa / Carneros, California 2007 115 Loads of tropical fruit, pear, and honeysuckle. 92 WA.

Shafer, Red Shoulder Ranch // Napa / Carneros, California 2008 115 Intense and spicy, delivering a mix of floral scents, with notes of taut pear and green apple. Full-bodied and graceful, ending with a pithy, leesy edge and a long, focused finish. 90 WS.

Shafer, Red Shoulder Ranch // Napa / Carneros, California 2009 125Pure, ripe and richly flavored, with tiers of nectarine, fig, honeysuckle and smoky oak. Full-bodied, withtouches of citrus blossom and lemon peel. 93 WS.

Far Niente // Napa Valley, California 2007 120Pure, clean, rich and layered green apple, pear, spice and nutmeg give this a tight focus. Full-bodied,intense yet supple, with a long, fruity finish. 91 WS.

Martinelli Zio Tony Ranch // Russian River Valley, California 2008 130 Bold, ripe and fleshy, offering exotic floral and spicy notes, along with flavors of bubble gum, fig,honeydew melon and hazelnut. Full-bodied and viscous, gaining depth and nuance on the long, tapered

finish. 95 WA.

Newton "Unfiltered" // Napa Valley, California 2007 135 A rich, unctuous, buttery style. Full-bodied, with spicy fig, melon, smoky oak and honeydew melon flavors that gain depth, body and complexity, ending with a roasted marshmallow aftertaste.

DuMol "Chloe" // Green Valley, California 2008 140Comes primarily from the Ritchie Vineyards 36 -year old parcel planted with the old Wente clone. Abig, extroverted perfume of orange rinds, citrus oil, lychee nuts, quince and white currants intermingled

with a hint of crushed rocks soars from the glass of this dry, full-bodied Chardonnay. With exuberant fruit intensity, a structured mouthfeel and amazing length. 95 WS.

Ramey, Ritchie Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2008 145 Delivers a tight, taut laser beam of flavors, riding lively acidity that carries the green apple, pineapple,citrus and honeydew melon notes. Gains depth and velocity, and is built to gain even more withcellaring. 93 WS.

Staglin // Napa Valley, California 2008 149Smooth and creamy, featuring supple tangerine, nectarine, peach and light toasty oak. Tight, focused,

full-bodied and understated, this ends with a fragrant citrus blossom scent. 90 WS.

Peter Michael "Ma Belle Fille" // Knights Valley, California 2003 215 Exhibits ripe, plump pear, apple and melon flavors that are shaded by pretty toast and vanilla-scented oak notes. Turns rich and creamy on the delicate, elegant finish. 93 WA.

Peter Michael "Ma Belle Fille" // Knights Valley, California 2004 265Wonderful expression and purity of Chardonnay fruit, accented by smoky oak. The core fig, apple, pear and earthy nuances take on a butterscotch note as the finish sails on, unveiling one layer of flavor after another. Remarkable. 95 WS. 94 WA.


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Peter Michael "La Carriere" // Knights Valley, California 2002 275This French-styled offering is made from a vineyard planted in soils filled with white volcanic ash, and is aged completely in Louis Latour barrels. It possesses an exquisite liquid minerality as well asgorgeous aromas of citrus oils intermixed with such exotic tropical fruits as guava and passion fruit.Full-bodied, with dazzling palate penetration, fine balance, and an extraordinary, layered,multidimensional feel. 97 WA.

Peter Michael "Mon Plaisir" // Sonoma County, California 2004 255Profoundly rich and concentrated, yet elegant and svelte, with aromas of hazelnut, ripe fig and pear,anise and citrus, all tightly focused and long and complex on the finish, ending with a glimpse of bubblegum. 94 WA. 94 WS.

Peter Michael "Belle Cote" // Knights Valley, California 2002 350Filled with pure tropical fruit characteristics, it is a full-bodied, exotic Chardonnay offering uptremendous notes of smoky hazelnuts as well as lychee nuts presented in a ripe, gorgeously balanced style with a decidedly California personality, but with more definition than most CaliforniaChardonnays of this size and intensity. It is made primarily from the old Wente clone of Chardonnay

planted on clay-dominated soils. 98 WA.

Peter Michael "Belle Cote" // Knights Valley, California 2003 235 A flashy, flamboyant style, loaded with ripe, rich pear and golden apple flavors and layers of spice and toasty oak. Yet for all its richness and depth, it turns elegant and restrained on the finish. 94 WA. 93WS.

Kistler, Kistler Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2004 285The fabulous 2004 Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard is reminiscent of a top vintage of Mt. EdenChardonnay with its floral, honeysuckle, mineral, and buttery fruit notes. It also reveals notions of roasted nuts, orange blossoms, and lemon oil as well as stunning concentration and definition. 96 WA.

Kistler, Vine Hill Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2003 360From the vineyard surrounding the winery, the 2003 Chardonnay Vine Hill looks to be one of the

candidates for the Chardonnay of the vintage. Truly profound stuff, with a stunning nose of tangerines,orange marmalade, and lemon custard, this layered, full-bodied wine has superb purity, strikingminerality, and builds incrementally in the mouth, finishing with rather high-toned flavors that arebuttressed by good, crisp acidity. It is a prodigious Chardonnay and comes across like a Californiaversion of Chevalier-Montrachet. 98 WA.

Kistler, Parmalee Hill Stone Flat Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 285Shows marvelous focus and length in an energetic style that is immensely appealing. This head-spinningChardonnay boasts tremendous integration of fruit, acidity and overall textural elegance. 95 WA.

Kistler, Dutton Ranch Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2009 300Fleshes out beautifully on the mid-palate with layers of expressive, radiant fruit. The wine finds itsminerality and center on the mid-palate. Apricots, pears, flowers and subtle, darker hints of earthinesscome to life on the finish. This is a very complete, beguiling Chardonnay loaded with complexity and sheer class. 96 WA.

Kistler, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2009 300 A cuvee that always reveals a grand cru Chablis-like style is the Chardonnay Durell Vineyard. Themineral-laced 2009 exhibits notes of white peach, pear, wet rock and a subtle touch of spice as well as a

full-bodied, rich, concentrated style. The acid levels give vibrancy and laser-like focus. 95 WA.


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Oregon

Pali, Shea Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 60 Aromas of wet stone, honeysuckle, fresh apple and pear, opening into steely grapefruit and lime, finishing with a hint of butterscotch. 92 WS.

Cancilla Cellars // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 60Sweet toast and yeast notes on the nose open to a much lighter and livelier palate. The palate explodeswith lemon zest and lychee. Fresh pear and refreshing acidity leave a long, lingering finish.

Domaine Serene, Cote Sud Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 95Polished, creamy and nicely focused to show its pear, apple and hazelnut flavors, mingling easilyagainst fine acidity on the long, expressive finish. 93 WS.


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INTERNATIONAL

France

Bourgogne

Domaine Coche-Dury Bourgogne // Burgundy, France 2008 150From one of Burgundy's legendary producers.

Cote de Beaune

Village

Joseph Drouhin Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 115The color is pure and bright, with light glints of white gold. The aromas evoke trees in bloom and white

flesh fruit, like white peaches. 89 WA.

Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 120Floral, white peach and smoky pear aromas, bit of minerality in the center, oak is nicely integrated.

Domaine Frederic Magnien Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 125From the lieu- dit Clos Devant, a petite plot o n a slope just before the town proper. Its not often you

find village vineyards with such good exposition; it explains the freshness and balance of this not-so- simple village wine.

Vincent Girardin Meursault "les Narvoux" // Burgundy, France 2009 125 Balanced toward the acidity, this white offers compact apple, lime and butter flavors. The lean, stony finish goes on and on.

Domaine Hubert Bouzereau-Gruere Puligny-Monttrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 140 Nicely structured, with aromas and flavors of grilled almond, hazelnut and dried fruit. Good length.

Dublere Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2007 140Subtly silken in feel and exceptionally rich for a village-level wine, its hints of peach kernel and chalk,

fresh lime and grapefruit with their zests lend counterpoint, invigoration, and refreshment. 91 WA.

Bouchard Pere et Fils Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 160 Delicious floral and fruit aromas with a nice oaky note. An attractive marriage between power and elegance, this wine also offers lovely smoothness.

Domaine d'Auvenay (Leroy) Auxey-Duresses // Burgundy, France 2003 240The rich, welcoming spiced apple aromas lead to a big, mouth-coating character jam-packed with

buttered apples. Deep, suave, and expressive, it also possesses a long, silky finish. 91 WA.


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Premier Cru

Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Clos St. Jean // 130Burgundy, France 2008Suave, satin-textured, supple, and straightforward, its sappy white fruit-dominated core lingers in itsimpressive finish. NYR.

Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Vides Bourses // Burgundy, France 2009150Complex even in youth, with layered vanilla, acacia, litchi and cream. Powerful, but retains a sense of elegance. This is a small vineyard located just below the grand cru of Batard Montrachet.

Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Caillerets // 155 Burgundy, France 2008This offers loads of toast and spice, yet it's intense, balancing those flavors with creamy peach, appletart, butterscotch and mineral notes. 92 WS.

Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault 1er Les Charmes // Burgundy, Francce 2003 199 Broad, ample, and rich, this is a fleshy wine packed with mint-laced pears as well as minerals. Medium-bodied, it has outstanding depth of fruit, a terrific mouth-feel, and admirable length. 90 WA.

Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault 1er Les Perrieres // Burgundy, France 2003 199This evidences a discreetly oaked nose with superbly fresh white flower fruit and an intense stonyquality that beautifully complements the detailed, precise and mineral-infused flavors that are sweet onthe mid-palate but almost bone dry on the powerfully long finish. There is another dimension here and this is altogether lovely. 91 Burghound.

Domaine Alain Patriarche Meursault 1er Les Genevrieres // Burgundy, France 1995 265 Racy and distinctive, with beautiful, pure, clean fruit and subtle toasted oak flavors. Mature and complex with a smoky spice about it.

Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 1er Les Pucelles // Burgundy, France 2007 280 Lovely aromas of pastry, citrus and peach lead to lemon, apple and spice flavors in this expressive

white, which is beautifully balanced and lingers with a citrus and mineral aftertaste. 94 WS. 94 WA.


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Grand Cru

Domaine Ramonet Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 215 Domaine Ramonet-The master of Bienvenues. Ramonet's Bienvenues is superior to the majority of Montrachets and Batard Montrachets. NYR.

Dublere Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 300Unusually forward and strikingly floral in fragrance for its appellation. Scents of iris, apple blossom,heliotrope, and narcissus usher in a creamy palate that gains contrast from a subtle chew of pit fruit skin while preserving a wafting floral dimension that is practically ethereal. This shows a lightness of touch, buoyancy, and transparency to floral and mineral shadings exceptional even by the exalted standards of this cru. 95 WA.

Domaine Leflaive Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 325 Evokes hazelnut, stone and pastry aromas and flavors. Bright and juicy, turning firmer and tighter onthe finish. Spice and mineral flavors play out on the aftertaste. 94 WS.

Piere-Yves Colin-Morey Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 350 Aromas of lavender, heliotrope, white pepper, ginger, and crushed stone. Coming onto the palate withan almost austere combination of pungency, chalkiness, and textural firmness, its bright lemon and white peach suffice to inject a note of sheer juiciness. 92 WA.

Domaine Morey-Coffinet Batard-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2008 400Cream and elegant, exhibiting intense aromas and flavors of roasted hazelnut, peach, apple tart, vanillaand toasted brioche. Focused and harmonious, this just keeps coming at you on the finish. 95 WS.

Domaine Debray Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 415This wine should be matched with refined cuisine to reveal all of its finesse. Its notes of cinnamon,

flowers, amber and pepper will give you an idea of its extraordinary elegance. NYR.

Bouchard Pere et Fils Chevalier-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 400 Distinguished bouquet, with floral and fruit aromas as well as a toasty note. Complex and rich, without the least heaviness, this wine is elegance itself. NYR.

Vincent Girardin Le Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 800 Bursts onto the palate with wonderfully detailed, nuanced fruit. Soft and supple through to the finish,Girardins Montrachet shows gorgeous finesse to match its understated personality. The refined finishleaves a lasting impression.

Bouchard Pere et Fils Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 900 Exquisite bouquet with a variety of aromas skillfully blended with a toasty note. Perfect harmonybetween power, smoothness and delicacy. The "king of kings". NYR.


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Chablis

Village

Domaine Raveneau Chablis // Burgundy, France 2008 115Combines vivid, irresistibly mouth-watering aromas of pink grapefruit, blood orange, quince, jasmine,and nut oils. 91 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis // Burgundy, France 2009 130Generous fruit. It possesses good balance and a round, generous finish. Hints of peaches and flowersadd further nuances on the close.

Premier Cru

Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Fourchaume // Burgundy, France 2006 75Chalky minerality in a matrix of lemon, grapefruit, and pit fruits. 88 WA.

Patrick Piuze Chablis 1er Vaucoupin // Burgundy, France 2008 125 Lemon, grapefruit, and fresh apple in the nose of the Piuze 2008 Chablis Vaucoupin follow on a firm,bright, stone-, salt-, and iodine-suffused palate. 91 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Butteaux // Burgundy, France 2008 170Scents of green tea, mint, bergamot, gentian, and honeysuckle, along with saline, alkaline maritimenotes rise beguilingly from the glass. 92 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Vaillons // Burgundy, France 2009 220 All about delineation, focus and transparency. It is a compelling, marvelously subtle wine in every way. In particular, the Vaillons successfully reconciles the generosity of the year with the minerality that istypical of this site . 94 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Foret // Burgundy, France 2009 200 Long, pure and beautifully delineated. There is a centeredness and focus to the fruit that is compelling.White stone fruits and flowers frame the delicate, haunting finish. 92 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Montee de Tonnerre // Burgundy, France 2008 205 Iris, narcissus, peony, heliotrope, lemon, white peach, and litchi combine for the knockout nose of Raveneaus 2008 Chablis Montee de Tonnerre. Uncannily combining a sense of textural richness,underlying extract, and decisively stony, alkaline, chalky, oyster shell minerality that go beyond its

fellow premier crus in this collection. 94 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Montee de Tonnerre // Burgundy, France 2009 275There is a level of detail, nuance and energy to the fruit that is quite rare in 2009. The Montee deTonnerre possesses dazzling purity all the way through to the finely articulated, chiseled finish. This is

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Grand Cru

Francois Servin Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 165 Built for the ages, stunning, with background notes of brioche, mineral, caramel, nuts and lemon. A bigcenter leads to a tight, full, dry, mineral-driven finish.

Domaine William Fevre Chablis Bougros Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 180Sweet lime, buddleia, lily, and hints of the ocean scent Fevres 2007 Chablis Bougros. On a creamy,dense palate, this gushes with liquid floral perfume, citrus, and an uncanny (more Preuses-typical)concentration of shrimp shell reduction and scallop whose sweet, saline, subtly iodine-bitter savor carries into a long, luscious yet lively conclusion. 94 WA.

Domaine William Fevre Chablis Bougros Grand Cru "Cote Bouguerots" // 180Burgundy, France 2008From the steep, riverside portion of Bougros ripened to an exceptional degree for its vintage, relates

Didier Seguier, yet retained the highest acidity. Crushed chalk; alkaline, saline, maritime elements;bright lemon and grapefruit segue from the nose to a silken-textured palate of vibratory vivacity, withtart fruit skin chew and citrus rind pungency adding further invigoration to a wine that already seems tobe rumbling on the runway and poised to take off. 95 WA.

Patrick Piuze Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 180There's a salty quality, along with oyster shell and iodine notes. Lemon and apple add depth and interest. This is tight and sinewy, with a long aftertaste and character. 93 WS.

Domaine Frederic Magnien Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 185 Melted butter, preserved lemon, white pepper and a hint of small red fruits a tell-tale sign of nobility ina white wine show on the nose... NYR.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 225 Intensely saline and stony statement that finishes with an energetic crescendo of citrus and diverseexpressions of things mineral. 95 WA.

Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 225Scents of gunpowder green tea, crushed stone, ocean spray, and grapefruit rind rise from the glass of

Raveneau 2008 Chablis Blanchots, which then displays a breadth and richness that one would not haveanticipated from the nose. Floral perfume and alkaline, iodine, and maritime mineral notes continue onan almost custardy-rich, seamless palate and into a long, long finish. 94 WA.

Dublere Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 240 Explosively aromatic in its bouquet of iris, buddleia, apple blossom, white peach, fresh lime and nutmeg,this memorable reflection of a great site boasts a creamy, buoyant palate on which scallop-like sweet,saline savor mingles with essence of peach, lime, and liquid floral perfume. Here is an uncanny alliance

of the richness that typified 2006 with the refreshment and transparency that bespeak 2007, so that salt,crushed stone, crustacean shells, herbs, citrus zest, and fruit pits seem to shimmer through a pure poolof liquid perfume in a finish somehow at once caressing and invigorating. 95 WA.


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Argentina

Luca // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 70The 2008 Chardonnay spent 12 months in 30% new French oak-aged sur lies before bottling without

filtration. It has an alluring bouquet of toasty oak, baking spices, mineral, and tropical notes. This leadsto a creamy textured, round, spicy Chardonnay with tons of flavor, excellent concentration, impeccablebalance, and a length, pure finish. Luca is the personal project of Laura Catena. 93 WA.

Vina Cobos "Bramare", Marchiori Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 75 This is Paul Hobbs' winery in Argentina. Rich and showy, but nicely detailed, with grilled hazelnut and brioche notes weaving through the plump apple, pear and fig flavors. Long and juicy on the finish.

92 WA. 91WS.

Australia

Leeuwin Estate, Art Series // Western Australia 2006 135 Medium straw-colored, it offers up a superb perfume of pain grille (toasted bread w/ butter), biscotti,baked apple, poached pear, and tropical notes. Creamy textured, elegant, and concentrated. 95 W


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OTHER WHITES

Touquinheiras Clemen, Reserva // Vinho Verde, Portugal 2008 2950/50 blend of Trajadura and Alvarinho, clocking in at 12% alcohol. Fruity, but mouth puckering, witha lemon-tinged finish on opening, this manages to pull its parts together beautifully to become quitecharming.

Bodega Norton Torrontes // Mendoza, Argentina 2010 33Citrusy, with hints of chive accenting the nectarine and grapefruit notes. Has a nice acidic backbone

for a Torrontes.

Tre Monti Vina della Rocca // Romagna, Italy 2009 38 Elegant fragrances of melon and apricot, of honey and wildflowers. Mouthfilling flavors of ripe peachand plum with a touch of almond on the finish. 100% Albana.

Saxon Brown Semillon, Cricket Creek Vineyard // Alexander Valley, California 2008 40 Ripe pear, peach and nectarine notes are fresh and fragrant, with a hint of lime peel, appealing juiciness and a detailed and spicy finish of hay and citrus pith.

Hecht and Bannier Languedoc Blanc // Southern France 2011 40This is a real bargain from these master negociants. This crisp and refreshing creation is a blend of

picpoul blanc and roussanne and shows tangy minerality with honeysuckle, orange peel, and lemonnotes.

Domaine Laurent Kraft Vouvray, Sec // Loire Valley, France 2009 45The wine is semi-dry and straddles a delicate balance between sweetness and acidity. The liveliness isbalanced with a certain roundness.

V. Girault Clos de Volagre Chenin Blanc // Montlouis-sur-Loire, France 2008 50 Biodynamic-grown. This Chenin has very nice acidity and a small amount of sweetness. A perfect

match for white fish.

Wimmer-Czerny Traminer // Wagram, Austria 2007 56 This is simply stunning. It bridges minerality, acidity, and stone fruits into the same package. There arealso apple and peach nuances to complement the spice.

Bouchaine Pinot Blanc "Las Brisas Vineyard" // Carneros, California 2010 65For those seeking an alternative to Chardonnay, this medium-bodied white offers a beautiful bouquet of white peach, apple, green pear, and a subtle hint of minerality. On the palate, a small, delicate touch of oak melds the aromatic flavors together, culminating in a wine of intense beauty.

Antinori, Vermentino "Guado al Tasso" // Tuscany, Italy 2010 65 A crisp white, showing floral, apple and grapefruit notes, with a hint of straw. There's intensity, yet this feels weightless. Tails off a bit at the end, but appealing overall. 88 WS.

Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray "Moelleux" // Loire Valley, France 2009 70 Deliciously pure and beautifully defined, with a wide range of fig, apple, pear, green plum and ginger notes that fan out beautifully through the sweet yet stylish finish, which offers a long, lingering heather note. 92 WS.


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Krupp Brothers "Black Bart's Bride" // Napa Valley, California 2006 85 Abundant aromas of lychee nuts, rose petals, honeysuckle, and orange marmalade are offered in thecomplex aromatics. Fruity and juicy with low acidity and a fleshy, full-bodied mouthfeel, it is anenticing white. Marsanne, Viognier, and Chardonnay. 92 WA.

Le Vigne di Zamo Friulano // Friuli-Venezia, Italy 2006 90 A bright, deep golden yellow introduces a seriously complex nose of pervasive ripe tropical fruit, citrusand almond paste. These sensations precede an equally intricate palate whose mellow, silky roundnessis strongly reminiscent of golden delicious apples and tropical fruit. 100% Friulano.

Livio Felluga "Terre Alte" // Northeast Italy 2008 120Fresh and aromatic, with sliced apple and pear. Full-bodied, with mineral, honey and dried apple notesthat follow through to a long finish. Very complex. Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon. NYR.

Morlet "La Proportion Doree" // Sonoma, California 2008 130 Blend of 68% Semillon, 30% Sauvignon Blanc, and 2% Muscadelle. It is a superb example of what canbe done with French savoir-faire and California grapes. Glorious aromas of honeyed caramelized figs,honeysuckle, melons, and orange blossoms are followed by a medium to full-bodied white with beautifulacidity, length, and richness. 93 WA.

Phillipe Foreau Vouvray Moelleux "Domaine du Clos Naudin Reserve" // 200 Loire Valley, France 2005Very rich, but with piercing minerality that drives the panoply of mango, almond, papaya, green tea and acacia flavors. The creamy finish shows gorgeous length, thanks to perfectly imbedded acidity. 95 WS.


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ROS

Commanderie de la Bargemone // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2010 38Offers a creamy aroma, with concentrated glazed ginger and dried cherry flavors that are accented bysmoky notes. The powerful finish features dried currant and spice. 88 WS.

Chateau Revelette // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2009 40Tinge of spice upfront that leads to intense flavors of red fruit confit and ginger. Finishes crisp, with asnap of glazed citrus. 87 WS.

Chateau de Segries // Tavel, France 2011 42The 2011 Tavel Rose is a blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Cinsault, 15% Clairette (the white grape) and the rest Syrah. Deep ruby, with elegant strawberry and kirsch notes, the wine has excellent texture,medium body, and plenty of freshness and personality. Tavel Roses tend to be bigger styled wines thanthe average Cotes du Rhone rose, and that is certainly true of the 2011.

Domaine Serene "R" // Willamette Valley, Oregon NV 60The barrel- aged, terroir driven R Ros gracefully balances elegance and earthiness with soft tannins,abundant acidity, and rich, luscious red fruit. Cherries, raspberries, and a hint of sage form a creamyrichness on the palate, while texture and grip, imparted by the soil, create a lasting, concentrated full-bodied ros that will delight red and white wine lovers alike, and rescue you from any food-pairingquandary.

Domaine Tempier // Bandol, France 2011 85Our guests who truly enjoy a breath-taking, cult-following Ros, here it is!Complex red fruit and mineral-secented nose leads to a softly-textured, medium to full-bodied character. Silky strawberries, raspberries, and spiced minerals make up this lovely Ross flavor

profile. Very little produced in its Southern France Bandol re gion, and well worth its wait!


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DOMESTIC

California

10-4 Londer Vineyards // Anderson Valley, California 2007 50 Elegant, with a mix of ripe cherry, spice, anise and savory herb, building intensity and depth and endingwith firm, medium-bodied tannins. 89 WS.

13-31 Copain Tous Ensemble // Anderson Valley, California 2009 50Complex, yet layered, flavors and aromas of black cherries, plums, and forest floor. Full bodied,and drinling elegantly now! 88 WS

1-27 Roessler "La Brisa" // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 65 Nose with cola, spice, and cured meats along with herbed, foresty notes. Bright fruit on the palateranges from cherry to plum.

B Evening Land, Blue Label // California 2009 65 Dark red fruit melds into floral, spiced notes in this understated, feminine Pinot. There is an energy and freshness to the finish that is quite attractive. 90 WA.

1-26 Miracle One // Carneros, California 2009 65Strawberry and raspberry explode. Made by Nashvillian Ryan Donnelly, a 2001 graduate of Father

Ryan HS.

14-23 Macrostie, Wildcat Mountain Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 70Complex aromas of wilted rose, sandalwood, spice and loamy earth. Full-bodied, at points delicate and detailed, ending with good length and fine-grained tannins. 91 WS.

5-31 Loring, Cargasacchi Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2010 75 Both rich and restrained, offering deeply concentrated black and red fruits, with blackberry, raspberry,spice and mineral notes. Showing great acidity, balance, depth and persistence. 93 WS.

14-32 Patz and Hall // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 80This fresh, vibrant red offers ripe blackberry, wild raspberry, sage and black licorice notes. This is full-bodied, spicy and firming, with the flavors gaining depth on the finish, where the tannins are rustic.

12-22 Copain Les Voisins // Anderson Valley, California 2009 80 Well-made, balanced, and full-bodied, with savory, dried herbs, berries, and mineral overtones,with a whiff of fresh cut cedar. Beautiful! 91 WA.

B Bonaccorsi, Fiddlestix Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2008 90This wine from Bonaccorsi features a mix of wild berry and black cherry, mineral and spice. 95 WE.

1-17 Loring, Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99 Ripe, firm, vivid blackberry, wild berry, black cherry, anise and mineral notes that are full-bodied and subtle. 50 cases made. 92 WS.


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1-18 Loring, Brosseau Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99 Firm and spicy, complex and concentrated, with a rich, vivid core of wild berry, blackberry, raspberryand mineral. 93 WS.

7-15 Loring, Russell Family Vineyard // Paso Robles, California 2009 99Full-bodied, dense and concentrated, featuring a rich, pure mix of dark berry fruit built around blackberry and wild berry jam, cherry and plum flavors. This is a jam-packed, extracted Pinot, but alsoone of measurable finesse. 94 WS.

13-29 Loring, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 99 Ripe and fleshy, with a gorgeous and generous array of wild berry, raspberry, plum and spice flavorsthat are full-bodied, and at points both firm and delicate. The finish unfolds to reveal touches of mineraland spice. 94 WS.

2-22 Loring, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2010 99Starts with a burst of wild berry raciness, then tames down. Clean, pure, vibrant and vivacious, with thewild berry and raspberry fruit core tight and well-focused. 92 WS.

2-14 Loring, Aubaine Vineyard // San Luis Obispo County, California 2010 99Front-loaded with rich fruit that's deep and layered, offering intense, concentrated plum, wild berry and raspberry. Gains depth and persistence on the finish, where the flavors are all the more impressive.

93 WS.

14-3 Copain, Wentzel Vineyard // Anderson Valley, California 20009 105The 2009 Pinot Noir Wentzel emerges from the glass with heady dark cherries, spices, licorice and newleather. This is one of the more textured 2009s Pinots at Copain. Waves of fruit flow effortlessly to thelong, pure finish. 95 WE.

11-13 A.P. Vin, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 110Fresh, firm and vibrant, with a mix of cola-sassafras, wild berry, spice and floral scents. Rich and full-bodied, deep and persistent, featuring a long, pure, focused finish. 93 WS.

12-21 A.P. Vin, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 110This displays excellent richness, focus and density of flavors, with a mix of dark fruit, as well as spicycola, raspberry, blackberry, black licorice, berry pie, berry jam and mocha notes. The flavors gaindepth and complexity. 94 WS.

14-29 A.P. Vin, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120Ultrarich and layered, boasting complex wild berry, blackberry and plum flavors that tilt toward jamwithout going overboard. Fleshy, intense and deeply concentrated, the flavors build to a long, saturating

finish that covers the palate. 95 WS.

15-26 A.P. Vin, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2010 120300 Cases of this 2010 Rosella's were produced. Andrew feels his '10's compare favorably to his '09's,but possess a unique texture unlike any past vintages.

B A.P. Vin, Turner Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2009 110 Ripe and full-bodied, showing plum and wild berry jam flavors that have a spicy allure, gaining depthand persistence on the finish, where the flavors linger. 91 WS.


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10-10 A.P. Vin, Turner Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2010 115Only 125 cases of this beauty. Andrew feels the '10's may very well be his best wines to date.

14-1 Papapietro Perry, Leras Family Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2006 105Complex and well-proportioned, with a mix of smoky, toasty oak and ripe plum, wild berry and plumyPinot fruit that's clean and refreshing, ending with mineral-pebble notes. 91 WS.

6-7 Bonaccorsi, Cargasacchi Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2007 115Tight, firm and concentrated, with spicy wild berry, black cherry, blueberry, earth and mineral flavorsthat are full-bodied, complex and persistent on the finish. 91 WS.

15-22 Paul Hobbs // Russian River Valley, California 2010 115The 2010 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is beautiful. It has a bit more depth and darker fruit than the2009. Sweet spices, new leather and licorice are some of the notes that wrap around the finish. This is aterrific showing. 93 WA.

2-5 Belle Glos "Clark and Telephone" // Santa Maria Valley, California 2009 120 A rich, extracted style that's dense, but also very complex and detailed, with spicy berry flavors that fanout nicely while retaining their focus, gaining depth on the finish. 93 WS.

2-28 Belle Glos "Las Alturas" // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120 Bold, rich and layered, exhibiting dense dark berry fruit that shows touches of spice, wild berry and blackberry, with attractive floral scents. Full-bodied, this expands on the finish, where the flavors fanout. 92 WS.

1-16 Siduri, Sierra Mar Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2010 120Fresh and snappy, with ripe, vibrant black cherry, wild berry and red plum flavors, this defines pure,ripe dark fruit. Full-bodied and impeccably balanced, ending with a persistent finish. 92 WS.

16-30 Roar, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120 Rich and layered, with firm yet supple mineral, plum, cherry, blackberry and strawberry rhubarb flavors

that are slow to unfold, gaining depth and dimension. 92 WS.

6-1 Roar, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120 Dark ruby in color with a deep, spicy nose of cola, earth, raspberries and lavender.\u00a0 On the palatethere's a dense, ripe and mouthfilling texture that's filled with a variety of cherry and berry fruits.

1-8 Pali, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 120 A distinctive style that's dark, rich and layered, deep in black fruits, with ripe plum, blackberry and raspberry flavors. Full-blown and deeply concentrated, yet for all its depth and richness, this remainselegant and refined. 96 WS. Tied for highest rated Pinot from CA for vintage.

2-12 Papapietro Perry "777 Clones" // Sonoma, California 2008 120Sleek, intense, rich and elegant, with a tight beam of spicy cherry, raspberry, rhubarb and wild berry fruit that's pure, focused and full-bodied, ending with a tapered finish that lets the flavors unfold gracefully. 93 WS.

14-11 Patz and Hall, Chenoweth Ranch Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2009 120Very impressive, pure and firm, this is marked by a density of flavor, with tight flavors of dark blackberry, cedar, spice and mineral. Full-bodied, deep and persistent on the finish. 93 WS.


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11-28 DuMol // Russian River Valley, California 2009 130 Bright garnet red. Beautifully pure aromas of ripe red cherry then darker wild berry with a subtlegrassy rhubarb edge. Opens with cranberry freshness and intense raspberry then deeper kirsch noteswith a licorice/sassafras edge. Supple mid-palate that is harmonious and remains focused and livelydespite the building richness. Complex savory elements build toward a spicy/peppery finish.

B Martinelli Bondi Home Ranch // Russian River Valley, California 2009 130 This dense plum/purple-tinged pinot noi r from the famed Water Trough Vineyard exhibits sweet kirsch, strawberry, and plum fruit as well as a deep, full-bodied mouthfeel, Concentrated and intense,with length and aging potential, and impressive!

2-21 Landmark, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 135 Very ripe, with great depth, touching on berry jam. Yet this is balanced, complex, focused and pure,with lively wild berry. 94 WS.

2-11 Chasseur, Umino Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 135 Cherry, red plum, boysenberry, raspberry and wild strawberry impressions rise above the Oriental spicenotes.

15-9 Chasseur, Freestone Station Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 135 Red raspberry, red cherry, red plum, and pomegranate lead to a finish that is nearly endless.

2-26 Clendenen Family Vineyards "Le Bon Climat" // Santa Maria Valley, California 2006135This wine comes from the organically certified Le Bon Climat vineyard, planted in 1998. It is entirely

from a central, elevated mesa, planted to the Dijon clone 667.

5-13 Merry Edwards, Klopp Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2008 140 A bit more exotic than usual, with allspice and juniper berries accenting a core of classic toasty,bramble-blackberry fruit. Cola, plum, bacon and cocoa add complex layers to the aroma. The palate issmooth and supple upon entry, becoming increasingly tarry and ripe with aeration. NYR.

12-30 Williams-Selyem "Eastside Road Neighbors" // Russian River Valley, California 2009150Toasted-almond and barrel spice lead right into flavors of berry fruits, sage, espresso, and fennel. NYR.

10-7 Patz and Hall, Pisoni Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2007 150 Intense and structured, this beautifully crafted red offers a core of blackberry, raspberry and blueberry flavors. Full-bodied, pleasantly chewy and gutsy, gaining depth and momentum and finishing with astrong, assertive, flavorful finish. 94 WS.

4-16 Fiddlehead, Fiddlestix Vineyard "Lollapalooza" // Santa Rita Hills, California 2008 155 Blackberry, dark cherry, and graphic-like minerality. Concentrated blueberry and sweet tobacco leaf flavors are rounded by refined chalky tannins and elegant structure

2-13 Paul Hobbs, Lindsay Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 160Tasty red plum and black cherry fruit is supple, elegant and delicate. 91 WS.

15-13 Merry Edwards Coopersmith Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2010 165The fragrant aromas unfold with luscious, mouthwatering black rasp berries laced with dark chocolate

a consistent signature for this wine. Crushed black fruit, syrupy blue plums, black tea, cinnamom and anise expand its broad profile. A wonderful, matur e balance!


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1-6 Morlet "Coteaux Nobles" // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 170 Lots of herbs, earth, plum and dusty, loamy soil notes intertwined with hints of smoke, black cherriesand intriguing barbecue characteristics. Produced by one of my favorite winemakers, Luc Morlet.

10-28 DuMol "Ryan" // Green Valley, California 2008 170 Exhibits a rich mix of loamy earth, dried berry, spice, cedar, cherry rhubarb and red and black licorice flavors. Full-bodied, intense and concentrated. 90 WA. 90 WS.

5-17 DuMOL "Estate" // Green Valley, California 2008 180Clear bright garnet red; multi layered aromas of cranberry and dried flowers becoming red and black cherry with a slight grassy black tea element. Crunchy red fruits dominate the palate entry with red apple skin notes that deepen to typical Green Valley raspberry and cola flavors. Youthful structurebecomes suppler with aeration. Tea leaf and baking spice notes on the fresh savory finish. 92 WA.

10-8 Kistler, Occidental Vineyard "Cuvee Elizabeth" // Sonoma Coast, California 2000 650The 2000 Pinot Noir Occidental Vineyard Cuvee Elizabeth is profound. An opaque purple color is

followed by gorgeous aromas of white flowers, minerals, black raspberries, cherries, and toast. It boastslayers of flavor, astonishing purity as well as fruit intensity, and a finish that lasts for nearly a minute.This majestic Pinot Noir is one of the most remarkable New World Pinots I have ever tasted. It caneasily compete with the most profound French Burgundies. - Parker. 99 WA.


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Oregon

1-1 A to Z // Oregon 2010 38Super sexy and spicy on the nose with aromas of apricots, blueberries, Bing cherries, blood oranges,gingerbread, white pepper, sweet Eastern spices, violets, tea and sweet pipe tobacco. In the mouth, thewine has refreshing acidity with silky tannins and rich flavors mirroring the aromatics.

12-20 Merriman "Cummins Road" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2010 38Traditionally, this block is the first harvest pick of t

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