SATURDAY        TASTING
February 11^TH 2012
Saturday from 4-6pm
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WINE/VARIETAL

Joel Gott                        
Sauvignon Blanc 2010
89pts Wine Spectator
Wonderfully focused and fresh, with terrific lime zest, lemongrass, and lemon notes that show laserlike focus. Long, juicy finish.

Roc de Chateauvieux   
Vouvray 2008
88pts Wine Spectator
Core of green almond and apple backed by an off-dry  finish.

Kim Crawford              
Pinot Noir 2009
90pts Wine & Spirits* 2008 vintage
Vibrant, rich fruit flavors underscored by nuances of sweet, smoky oak with firm tannins that give excellent length and weight.

Orin Swift                     
Saldo 2009
80% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Syrah, 8% Syrah, 3% Grenache.
Ripe strawberry and black fruits with well integrated oak, structure.

JR Eppler                    
Cabernet Sauvignon  2009
Full bodied, with ripe berry, espresso and cocoa round and well structured. Chewy tannins to a long, silky finish.

Frost Bitten                   
Ice Riesling NV
Smell of freshly frozen ice, wet stones, peaches, and a bit of lemon.
Plenty of sweetness, but some strong acidity to balance it out.
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BEER

Riggwelter Black Sheep
Yorkshire Ale

Avery The Czar             
Imperial Stout
90pts Beer Advocate

Green Flash                    
West Coast IPA
100pts Beer Advocate