vintage: 2019

Analemma Wines Pinot Noir 2019

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Analemma Wines
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Columbia Gorge
Retail Price: $44.00

Tasting Notes: From an organically farmed vineyard at 1,300 ft. elevation at the base of Mount Adams. Hand harvested, half whole-cluster fermented and aged in neutral oak. A gorgeous, translucent strawberry color with aromas and flavors of cranberry, rose and cinnamon. 
Analemma Wines Pinot Noir 2019

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Weingut Esterhazy Blaufränkisch 2019

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Weingut Esterhazy
Varietal: Blaufränkisch
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Austria
Appellation: Leithaberg
Retail Price: $25.00

Tasting Notes: Wake up the chardonnay drinkers with this exceptional gruner! A nose full of fresh fruit and nuts, the peppery, spicey palate is full of pear and quince. The balanced acidity brings any food to life. Perfect for a holiday party.
Weingut Esterhazy Blaufränkisch 2019

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San Felice Red Bordeaux Blend Vigorello 2019

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San Felice
Fanciful Name: Vigorello
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Retail Price: $57.99

Tasting Notes: From one of the pioneers of the Supertuscan movement, the usual, regional blend is augmented and elevated by the use of pugnitello, a native variety that contributes complexity and structure to the wine. Intensely dark ruby in the glass, the nose and palate both reflect the dark red fruit, with spice and a subtle floral character. Wonderfully flexible in terms of the wide range of dishes that the wine complements.
San Felice Red Bordeaux Blend Vigorello 2019

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Donnafugata Nero d’Avola Mille e una notte 2019

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Donnafugata
Fanciful Name: Mille e una notte
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Sicilia
Retail Price: $91.00

Tasting Notes: Intense ruby color in the glass, the nose is complex, with notes of black and red fruits, enhanced by hints of bright spice and vanilla tones. In the mouth, the extended finish is previewed by accessible dark fruit with excellent texture and volume. Absolutely stunning.
Donnafugata Nero d’Avola Mille e una notte 2019

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Domaine Drouhin Oregon Chardonnay Petites Secondes 2019

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Domaine Drouhin Oregon
Fanciful Name: Petites Secondes
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $32.99

Tasting Notes: Produced by the Drouhin family. The oak aging is evident from the first sip on this Willamette Valley Chardonnay. Aside from the warm oak and cedar notes, there are hints of juicy pear and crisp green apple that give the finish of this wine a zesty feeling that enlivens the palate.
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Chardonnay Petites Secondes 2019

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Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Buena Vista 2019

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Buena Vista
Fanciful Name: Chateau Buena Vista
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $49.99

Tasting Notes: With a rich history that dates back to before the American Civil War, this offering reinforces that cab is king in the Napa Valley. Sourced from select valley sites with additional fruit from the Atlas Peak and Oak Knoll AVA’s. The addition of merlot, cab franc and petite verdot adds bright red fruit notes to the blend. Aged 24 months in French oak, with semisweet notes of cherry and maple syrup, black fruit hints, all which lead into a smooth slily finish. Classic Napa cabernet! Wonderful addition to the holiday dinner table.
Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Buena Vista 2019

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Ryer Estate Red Blend 2019

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Ryer Estate
Varietal: Red Blend
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: California
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: This dry red blend has a pale ruby color. Dark berries and blueberry evoke the aroma, followed up with blackberry on the palate with a solid structure and smooth tannins. Pair with barbecue.
Ryer Estate Red Blend 2019

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Verada Pinot Noir Reserve 2019

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Verada
Fanciful Name: Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: California
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Red cherry and raspberry notes complemented by a hint of floral and a touch of oak to round out the finish. Perfect for a charcuterie board.
Verada Pinot Noir Reserve 2019

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Hendry Pinot Noir HRW 2019

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Hendry
Fanciful Name: HRW
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $24.99

Tasting Notes: Dazzling aromas of sagebrush, black currants and espresso blossom out of the glass. Bold-yet-delicate flavors of blackberries, coffee bean and raspberries lay down a river of enticing flavors leading to a finish showing hints of toast and chocolate flakes. A beautifully crafted wine from this prestigious winery.
Hendry Pinot Noir HRW 2019

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McPherson Cellars Tempranillo La Herencia 2019

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McPherson Cellars
Fanciful Name: La Herencia
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Texas
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: One of the original proponents of the classic tempranillo grape, Kim McPherson adds complexity by blending small amounts of graciano (16%) and carignan (3%). Fermenting in stainless steel preserves the purity of the fruit while aging in French oak for 11 months. Very integrated fruit with hints of dark fruit, plum and white pepper. Beautifully pairs with Texas beef off the grill!
McPherson Cellars Tempranillo La Herencia 2019

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Bending Branch Winery Petite Sirah 2019

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Bending Branch Winery
Varietal: Petite Sirah
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Texas High Plains
Retail Price: $39.99

Tasting Notes: Grape sourcing is critical in Texas winemaking, and it doesn’t get any better than Newsom fruit. Dr. Young takes full advantage, utilizing his next-level scientific approach coupled with a specific aging program of 32 months in French and American oak. Rich and full-bodied with beautiful color extraction. Dark fruit notes, and touches of black pepper, anise and Texas cedar. Try this with grilled pork tenderloin with a red wine reduction!
Bending Branch Winery Petite Sirah 2019

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Slate Theory Montepulciano 2019

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Slate Theory
Varietal: Montepulciano
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Texas High Plains
Retail Price: $59.99

Tasting Notes: One of the new releases from this up-and-coming winery. This is a really big wine that showcases their varietal approach using old world varietals from Italy for this effort. New and neutral French oak adds subtle smoothness to compliment rich black fruit and vanilla notes
Slate Theory Montepulciano 2019

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