Sonoma Wines

Limerick Lane Syrah 2005 750ml $31.99 Russian River Valley Syrah Collins Vineyard

Limerick Lane Zinfandel 2004 750ml $26.99 Russian River Valley Collins Vineyard "Dark ruby in color, with enticing raspberry and blackberry aromas along with a touch of cinnamon and white pepper. In the mouth the wine opens with a soft fruit entry, with plenty of raspberry and red fruit flavors, beautifully balanced acidity and tannins followed by a long juicy finish. This is characteristic of Limerick Lane's approach to producing well-crafted food friendly wines from estate grapes." - winery notes "Pairs beautifully with a spicy seafood chipolte. Drink through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Lynmar Pinot Noir Quail Hill Vineyard 2005 $65.00 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 91 pts Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar "Bright red. Intense raspberry, strawberry, cherry and rose aromas display liqueur-like depth and intensity; picks up smoke and fresh meat qualities with air. Fleshy and dense but with impressive lift to the ripe red and dark fruit flavors. Expands and deepens on the sweet, supple, inviting finish. These are old Swan clones, probably planted in 1972, according to Chappelle."

MacPhail Pinot Noir Pratt Vineyard 2005 750ml $59.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir "One of my top picks from the 2007 Pinot on the River Festival. Rich, black silky fruit flavors on the front and mid-palate, finishing with earthy forest floor and mushroom flavors. Only 20 barrels produced with pinot noir clones of 23, 114, 777, pommard and 2A. This versatile pinot noir pairs with so many dishes from light gamey lamb, duck to dishes with wild mushrooms. No decanting necessary. Cellar through 2013." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellar

Marimar Chardonnay 2004 750ml $46.99 Don Miguel Vineyard Dobles Lias Russian River Valley Chardonnay Estate Grown, Estate Bottled Organically grown grapes

Marimar Pinot Noir Stony Block 2004 750ml $44.99 Don Miguel Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Organically grown grapes The Stony Block was planted with the Dijon 115 clone in 1997, and is organically grown. "This first release of Stony Block shows deep aromas of raspberry and forest floor, with the elegant oak providing a harmonious framework. The spicy elements, reminiscent of clove, are characteristic of this block. The firm tannins, finesse and complexity suggest the trademark of a grand cru from Burgundy. The wine opens up to reveal a structure that promises a long life in the bottle. It is the perfect wine to accompany a dish of grilled lamb." Winery notes "Decant for an hour, although we found this wine became exceptional after nearly six hours of decanting." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Martin Alicante Bouschet 2005 750ml $24.99 Russian River Valley Alicante Bouschet "This tiny production of Alicante Bouschet is a mouthful of leather, cocoa and must be decanted for forty minutes of more. Hints of cinnamon, star anise and dust abound in this tannic wine. Pair with a hearty lasagna. Cellar now through 2012." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Mayo Pinot Noir LaCruz Vineyard 2005 750ml $36.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Mayo Family Winery "The Mayo Sonoma Coast pinot noir is filled with flavors of ripened red berry, red cherry, raspberry, strawberry and spice. A delicious food wine and a nice sipper. Try pairing with grilled salmon. No decanting necessary. Cellar now through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Michel-Schlumberger Semillon Silk Purse 2001 375ml $27.99

Mosaic Sauvignon Blanc 2005 750ml $12.99 Gold Medal, Sonoma County Harvest Fair Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc "With flavors as bright as the California sunshine, this bottle contains a pure expression of Sauvignon Blanc. Abounding with the essence of grapefruit, pear and lemongrass, the wine is a wonderful introduction to a meal or a companion to shellfish and light poultry dishes." - Winery notes "A great pairing for sauteed white fish." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Moshin Chardonnay 2006 750ml $25.99 Russian River Valley Chardonnay "Winemaker Rick Moshin's Russan River Valley Chardonnay 2006 is primarily dijon clone chardonnay, exhibiting green apple and creamy notes from the partial malolactic fermentation. Delightful, summer-time sipping wine. A delicious pairing for a garden green salad and grilled seafood. Enjoy now through 2009." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Moshin Merlot Molinari 2005 750ml $22.99 Dry Creek Valley Merlot Molinari Vineyard "All hail Merlot! Berries and earth on the nose with a slight hint of menthol. Big mouth full of bright raspberries and ripe plums make a perfect match for all kinds of medium to heavy foods. Imagine grilled shish-ka-bab or honey Dijon mustard and smoked sausage, yum. Drinking well now through 2010. 685 cases produced." - Winery notes

Moshin Pinot Noir Family Reserve 2005 750ml $59.99 Gold Medal, Sonoma County Harvest Fair Russian River Valley Estate "Deep black cheery, fragrant gardenia with a hint of spice and light oak on the nose. Cola, warm vanilla, sour cherry and bright cranberry on the palate. Long smooth finish with a youthful tang of acidity. Pairs beautifully with smoked salmon, brazed lamb loin or grilled portabella mushrooms. Drink now though 2015." - Winery notes

Moshin Pinot Noir Lot 4 2006 750ml $43.99 Lot 4 Selection Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Moshin Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2006 750ml $39.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir "Spiced red fruit and a romantic sea breeze waft from the glass. This Pinot is lively, spicy, fruity, floral and soft. A slight smoky note and a bit of truffle oil complete the composition. Light tannins make the texture perfect for any occasion; be it lounging on the beach or a dinner party with friends. Drink now though 2012. 350 delightful cases produced." - winery notes "A great pairing for this delicious pinot noir would be roasted herbed chicken. This pinot noir should will benefit from decanting of a minimum of twenty minutes." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Moshin Sauvignon Blanc 2006 750ml $19.99 Larrick Vineyard Dry Creek Valley Sauvignon Blanc "Profoundly balanced is the hallmark of this vintage. Pretty aromas of melon, pear, honeysuckle and sweet peas greet the nose followed by fresh flavors of kiwi, grapefruit and green apple. Lovely round mid-palate. The perfect summertime refresher! 460 cases produced." - Winery notes "Pair with light fish and poultry dishes, also a delicious sipping wine." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Mueller Pinot Noir Emily's Cuvee 2005 750ml $46.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Emily's Cuvee

Mueller Zinfandel Old Vine 2005 750ml $44.99 Russian River Valley Zinfandel Old Vine Zinfandel

Ooh Sparkling Syrah 2004 750ml $32.99 Brickhill Vineyard Produced and bottle by Ahh Winery "The 2004 vintage of the Ooh sparkling brut syrah is much bigger vintage than the 2003. Heavier tannins with black fruit create a food wine best paired with stilton, roquefort and other blue cheeses with a lower salt content. Very limited production. Try pairing with this recipe: your favorite blue cheese over halved figs wrapped in prosciuto, seared face side down until prosciuto is carmelized. Also works paired with japanese persimmon, similarly prepared." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Papapietro Perry Pinot Noir Leras Family Vineyards 2005 750ml $57.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 93 pts Pinot Report "Medium ruby color; ripe, rich, deep red cherry aromas; lush, rich and deep flavors, juicy red cherry, spicy and sweet oak flavors; silky texture; great structure and balance; long finish. Very lush and deep, the juicy red cherry fruit just make this a delight to drink." - Pinot Report "Pair with duck breast. Decant for 40 minutes. Cellar through 2011. This youthful pinot should be best from mid 2008." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Papapietro Perry Pinot Noir Peters Vineyard 2005 750ml $59.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 95 pts Pinot Report "Medium ruby color; bit tight with some black cherry and spice aromas; rich and deep with black cherry, spice and a lush, silky texture; great structure and balance; long finish. This Pinot has a lot of depth and complexity that's just not showing right now. It needs more time in the bottle and a bunch of time in the glass." "Decant for a minimum of an hour. An excellent pairing for a multitude of gamey meat dishes from rich duck confit to loin of venison. Cellar now through 2012." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Paradise Ridge Pinot Noir 2006 750ml $35.99 Double Gold Medal, Sonoma County Harvest Fair Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir "Sharp red berry, cherry and spice with a long complex finish. With only twenty minutes of decanting time, there is a subtly earthy forrest floor finish. Though a wonderful sipping pinot, the 2006 pinot noir from Paradise Ridge comes into its own when paired with dishes such as a mushroom and vegetable terrine, grilled salmon or roast duck. Cellar now through 2013." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Paradise Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2006 750ml $15.99 Gold Medal, Sonoma County Harvest Fair Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc Grandview Vineyard "The Grandview Vineyard Estate Sauvignon Blanc was made to express the varietal characteristics of the fruit on the vine. Hand picked and cluster selected by the winemaker, only the finest grapes past the test. Delicately made, yet packed with flavor: fresh pineapple, grapefruit and honey come to mind. Refreshing and crisp with exceptional balance and varietal character, the long lingering tropical fruit flavors finish with considerable finesse." "A great pairing for seafood, caesar salad with sauteed prawns. Enjoy now." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Paul Mathew Gamay Noir 2007 750ml $16.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Paul Mathew Pinot Noir Ruxton Vineyard 2006 750ml $37.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

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