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Paso Robles Wine Country
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Tuesday, November 14, 2006 |
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Speakers: Stacie Jacob, Executive Director Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
Fourteen wines from Paso Robles distinct wine regions were selected for the tasting. The reception wine, Robert Hall Rose 2005 was liked by all. Tablas Creek Vermintino 2004 was the favorite white. Villa Creek Willow Creek Cuvee 2004 was the favorite RhoneBlend. Villa Creek Mas de Maha 2004 and Four Vines Loco 2004 tied for the favorite Spanish Blend. J Vineyards & Wines Cuvee Pom 2001 was the favorate Bordeaux . Four Vines Anarchay 2004 was the favorite Zinfandel and Paso Blends. EOS Zinfandel Port 2003 was liked by all.
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| Reception Wine |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Robert Hall Rose 2005
52% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 19% Cinsault, 9% Mouvredre. A dry, medium-bodied blend. The aroma is reminiscent of fresh raspberry. A lovely rose'.
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All liked |
$16.99 |
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| Flight I: White Wines |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Tablas Creek Vermintino 2004
100% Vermentino. 250 cases produced. Fresh, light, citris, smooth. The favorite of this flight.
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12 |
$25.00 - $30.00 |
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Grey Wolf Roussanne 2004
100% Roussanne. 200 cases produced.Honey, almonds, spice, buttery. Aged in oak for a month.
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6 |
$23.00 |
| Flight II: Rhone Blends |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Villa Creek Willow Creek Cuvee 2004
60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 20% Mouvedre. 400 cases produced. Herbs, white pepper, and minerals on the nose with red fruits and spice on the palate. The favorite of this flight. |
10 |
$28.00 |
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Villa Creek Avenger 2004
65% Syrah 25% Mouvedre, 10% Grenache. 400 cases produced.
Dark fruit on nose, Black fruit on the palate with some tannin and a long finish.
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6 |
$28.00 |
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VVilla Creek High Road 2004 James Berry Vineyard
40% Mouvedre, 30% Syrah, 25% Grenache. 250 cases produced. Closed nose, Red fruits and spice on the palate. This wine should evolve for 5-10 years.
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4 |
$45.00 |
| Flight III: Spanish Blends |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Villa Creek Mas de Maha 2004
65% Tempranillo, 30% Grenache, 5% Mouvedre, 515 cases produced. Dark fruits and tar in the nose. The palate has balanced tannins with black fruits, and mushrooms. Tied for first. |
10 |
$28.00 |
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Four Vines Loco 2004
Tempranillo, Syrah, Grenache. 542 cases produced. Dark color, black fruit on the nose and palate. Big wine with rich tannins; slow, long finish on the mouth. Tied for first.
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10 |
$30.00 |
| Flight IV: Bordeaux |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Treana Red 2003
70% Cabernet Sauvignon; 20% Syrah, 10% Merlot. Traditional Bordeaux blend. More complex. Deep plum color. Full-bodied wine, with black fruits, anise, and leather aromas. The finish is long and warm with undertones of fruit and spice. |
9 |
$50.00 |
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J Vineyards & Wines Cuvee Pom 2001
96% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon. Soft, less tannin, balanced, complex and delicious. The favorite of this flight
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11 |
$14.99 |
| Flight V: Zinfandel and Paso Blends |
Votes |
Full Retail Price $ |
Peachy Canyon Especial 2004
100% Zinfandel. Dark color, spice, long finish. |
2 |
$38.00 |
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Four Vines Anarchay 2004
Shiraz, Zinfandel, Mouvedre. 900 cases produced. Earthy, acidic driven, good fruit. The favorite of this flight. |
13 |
$30.00 |
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Four Vines Heretic 2004
Petit Sirah. 885 cases produced. Toasted wood barrels, soft, complex. |
6 |
$30.00 |
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EOS Zinfandel Port 2003
Plums, sweet. Very nice.
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All Liked |
$30.00 |
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