Sonoma Wines

Sonoma Coast Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2006 $29.99 Sonoma Coast Sauvignon Blanc "This is an ideal aperitif wine, balanced and complex, with fig, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Our 2006 Sauvignon Blanc will complement a myriad of food pairings including grilled fish and fresh seafood, particularly oysters, crab, and lobster, grilled chicken dishes and a wide range of cheeses." - Anthony Austin, Winemaker "One of my favorite Sauvignon Blancs. This cool climate at Hummingbird Vineyard is the most westerly coastal Sauvignon Blanc vineyard that I'm aware of. The soft round fruit flavors dominate the palate with only hints of herbacious grassy notes." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Stark Syrah Cuvee Julian 2004 750ml $31.99 Russian River Valley Syrah Best of Class, Sonoma County Harvest Fair "In the tradition of the Northern Rhone, 2% of Viognier was co-fermented with Syrah from Alegria Vineyard and Saralee's Catie's Corner Vineyard, both in the Russian River Valley. The 2004 Stark Syrah, Cuvée Julian is layered with aromas of huckleberries, violets and licorice that follow through on the palate. Big and lush, this harmonious wine will drink well now or can be cellared for 8 to 10 years." - Winery notes "A great pairing for herb-crusted rack of lamb. No decanting necessary." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Tandem Pinot Noir Chris Lee Vineyard 2005 750ml $69.99 Chris Lee Vineyard Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir 92 pts Wine Enthusiast "Deep color, intensity, and bright red fruits describe this wine from an ancient volcanic ash field on the lee of Sonoma Mountain. Tiny berries and struggling vines give this wine its powerful character." - Winery notes "This small 3-acre vineyard produces distinctive characteristics. It's not suprising year in and year out, different wine makers queue to produce wines from this vineyard. The ripened fruit flavors from this 2005 vintage will pair well with a mildly spicy paella. No decanting necessary. Cellar through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Tandem Pinot Noir Sangiacomo Vineyards 2005 750ml $49.99 Sangiacomo Vineyards Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 94 pts Pinot Report "Medium-deep ruby color; black cherry, plum aromas, some smoky notes; ripe, rich, black cherry flavors, earthy, smoky notes, sweet oak; intense on the palate; good structure and balance; long finish. Big and rich, lots of interesting flavors - a complex Pinot for hearty foods."

Tandem Pinot Noir Van der Kamp Vineyard 2004 750ml $54.99 Van der Kamp Vineyard Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir 94 pts Pinot Report "Medium-deep ruby color; earthy, forest floor aromas; rich black cherry flavors, lots of earthy, forest floor notes; sweet oak; good structure and balance; long finish. A rich and complex Pinot that just cries out for an earthy cassoulet." - Pinot Report

Trecini Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2006 375ml $24.99 Russian River Valley Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc

Trecini Merlot 2005 750ml $24.99 Russian River Valley Merlot Vicini Vineyard "The 2005 Trecini Merlot is a great example of a long cool season: intense red fruit flavors accompanied by ample sweet French Oak produce a delicious merlot ready to drink now and with a structure that will allow this wine to age up to nine years. Consider decanting for forty minutes. Try pairing with roast pork loin." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Trecini Sauvignon Blanc 2007 750ml $15.99 Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc "This exceptional wine is a must for fish, an absolute with fresh oysters, enhances fresh fruit salad, parties with charcuterie, and is your good fortune when paired with spicy Asian or Thai cuisine. This Sauvignon Blanc is pale straw in color with an amazing array of aromas that baskets full of fresh ripe apples, grapefruits, pineapples and dried tropical fruits touched with subtle tones of freshly cut hay and fragrant herbs. The vibrant clean acidity of this wine enhances the long mouth watering finish." - Winery notes

Trecini Syrah 2005 750ml $24.99 Russian River Valley "The wine is opaque purple in color. The nose has an enormous amount going on, Blackberry, Blueberry and Plum vie for attention with floral notes and a clean minerality. There is also the classic ham hock, grilled meat and spice character that only Syrah seems to provide. The mouth is full yet restrained, and is very complex with all of the above characters yet has a back bone of that spiciness and ground pepper. Seductive and opulent drank on its own this wine will be a generous math for full flavored meats from the grill and hard cheeses." - Winery notes "No decanting necessary. Cellar through 2012." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Trecini Zinfandel Signature 2004 750ml $29.99 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Gold Medal - 2006 LA County Fair Gold Medal - 2006 Tasters Guild Gold Medal - 2006 Washington D.C. Wine Lover's Competition Gold Medal - 2007 Florida State Fair Competition "The color of the wine is a deep garnet almost opaque. Your nose will experience white pepper, spices, plums, blueberries, raspberries, fresh and dried cherries, and a blend of dried herbs. The palate is middle balanced with a rich, fullness, good long finish, and nice texture. Dried fruits, spice, cherries, plums, dried herbs, minerals, concentrated dried herbs, follows a small hint of tar." - Winemaker notes "Pair with a grilled marinated skirt steak. Drink now through 2009." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

WesMar Pinot Noir Balletto Vineyard 2005 750ml $59.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir "The strength of bouquet of this wine might keep you smelling it indefinitely. Nose of dark berries and black fruits with dark spices and hints of maple. This wine displays firm tannins and ample acidity. A voluptuous mouthful of flavors of black plum, lush raspberry with Caribbean spices exist on the palate. These flavors continue to tease your taste glands through a long finish. The challenge lies in the ability to be patient throughout the long finish while containing the urge to return to the aromatic bouquet. (204 cases)" - Winemaker notes

WesMar Pinot Noir Olivet Lane 2005 750ml $49.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir "Aromas of red fruits, with hints of vanilla. Flavors of red cherries and vanilla. This Olivet lane is more burgundian in style with a leaner more acid and tannin driven profile, while delivering a round mouth feel and full finish. We regrettably must inform you that there will not be a 2006 vintage Olivet Lane, so those of you that have found this to be one of your favorites should stock up on this 2005 vintage. (308 cases)" - Winemaker notes "Try pairing with baked salmon and a raspberry compote. No decanting necessary. Cellar through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Wild Hog Barbera 2004 750ml $18.99 Mendocino County Barbera JMR Talmage Vineyard Produced and bottled by Wild Hog Vineyard, Cazadero, Sonoma County. "This is our second vintage of this wine from JMR Talmage Vineyard. The vineyard is in Mendocino County, a little south and east of Ukiah. It is an old vineyard up on the bench. Notes of ripe dark fruit on the nose, with a hint of earth. The palate is greeted with a combination of dark fruits including blackberry, dark plum, olallie berries and sour cherry. Bright acidity and ripe fruit, hints to what this wine will become with some age. Great now with a little breathing." - Winery notes

Wild Hog Montepulciano 2006 750ml $26.99 Dunnigan Hills Montepulciano "The varietal Montepulciano is rare in Calfornia, with approximately 50 tons produced each year. Wild Hog produced 48 cases which they have only made available in Sonoma County. Wild Hog's Montepulciano packs a mouthful of cranberry, red cherry, currants, vanilla, and spicy toasted oak. A delicious food wine that can make a great pairing for Indian foods such as tandoori chicken or pork vindaloo. No decanting necessary. Cellar now through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Wild Hog Nova Zinfandel 2005 750ml $22.99 Lake County Zinfandel

Wild Hog Petite Sirah 2005 750ml $22.99 Nova Vineyards Dunnigan Hills Produced and bottled by Wild Hog Vineyard, Cazadero, Sonoma County. "This is the second vintage of the Nova Vineyard Petite Sirah. The vineyard is located in Yolo County, in the Dunnigan Hills appellation. Smooth with gentile tannins, and deep dark fruit. Blackberry, chocolate, and hints of smoke. It has a delightful nose, ripe flavors, and an inky color. Big, bold, and wonderfully balanced. Delicious! This wine is young and must breathe for a bit." - Winery notes

Wild Hog Pinot Noir Estate 2005 750ml $27.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Estate bottled "We started planting this vineyard in 1981, and this will be our 21st vintage. Our vineyard is certified organic. This big, full-bodied Pinot Noir is rich and spicy, dark and smooth. Hints of mulberry, dried apples, and apricots are on the palate. This complex wine has a long and delightful finish. Let it breathe to get the most from this wine." - Winery notes

Wild Hog Pinot Noir Saralee's Vineyard 2006 750ml $26.99 Saralee's Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir "A little youthful, but drinking well with twenty minutes of decanting. Red and black fruit co-mingle with a long finish. A great sipping pinot noir as well as food-friendly. A lovely pairing for grilled salmon. Cellar through 2011." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Woodenhead Pinot Noir Buena Tierra 2005 750ml $53.99 Buena Tierra Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Woodenhead Pinot Noir Morning Dew 2005 750ml $51.99 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Produced and bottled by Woodenhead, Forestville, California.

Woodenhead Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2006 750ml $42.99 Russian River Valley

Woodenhead Zinfandel 2005 750ml $37.99 Alexander Valley Zinfandel Braccialini Vineyard Unfined and unfiltered

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