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Foley Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir 2009, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County. Excellent. About $ 40.
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Foursight Charles Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County. Excellent. About $ 46.
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…Starr Road vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel from Rancho San Miguel Winery. If the wine meets our high standards, procure an allotment for our Zin-loving Operatives.
Mission Status : Accomplished!
Current Winery : Rancho San Miguel Winery
Wine Subject : 2008 " Starr Road Vineyard" Old Vine Zinfandel - Russian River Valley
Winemaker : Michael Adair
Backgrounder : Zinfandel is often aptly named California's grape . Its …
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( 14%) 82% Zinfandel, 15% Petite Sirah, 3% Syrah - The nose here is near perfect Zinfandel with nice dark fruit, spice and barrel notes. This one is juicy and smooth with …
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