Château Ste. Michelle Eroica Riesling 2008

This Eroica shows the crisp acidity of the cooler 2008 vintage. The wine exudes mandarin orange and sweet lime aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes. The mouth-watering acidity is beautifully balanced by flavorful Washington Riesling fruit. After a decade we have truly found our ‘Eroica style,’ striving for beautiful ... more

Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier 2006

Floral and sweet on the nose, the 2006 Chenin Blanc-Viognier exhibits fragrant aromas of pear and melon, with a delicate touch of pink grapefruit. Sweet, bright flavors of citrus and pear are offered up along with a supple texture. The slightly off-dry finish is clean and crisp, marked with notes ... more

Mercer Riesling 2007

Riesling grapes grown in Washington State's cooler Yakima Valley appellation produce a brisk, tangy and refreshing wine. Flavors and aromas of apricot, peach and tangerine along with the bracing acidity of the Mercer Estates Riesling reflect the unique character of Washington State Riesling. With little less than a percent and ... more

Patz & Hall Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay 2006

At Hudson Vineyard, the cold year and cool summer of 2006 yielded grapes with excellent natural acidity, great minerality and vibrant high-tone character. From its nut-crusted lemon cream, citrus, clove and spice aromatics to its juicy mouthful of peach and green apple flavors, this wine offers a lean, nervy expression ... more

Patz & Hall Dutton Ranch Chardonnay 2007

With perfect weather and significantly smaller crops than the previous vintage, 2007 was a standout year for Chardonnay, and the 2007 Dutton Ranch - Russian River Valley Chardonnay is no exception. Seamlessly combining both high tone and bass notes, this wine begins with lovely tropical aromas of mango and pineapple ... more

Mercer Chardonnay 2007

The Chardonnay grapes were sourced from five vineyards with long histories of producing exceptional Chardonnay grapes. The wines were fermented predominately in French oak barrels and aged sur lies. Partial malolactic fermentation added complexity and body while the non-malolactic portion of the wine retained its fresh melon and tropical flavors ... more

Henschke Julius Riesling 2007

Pale green gold in colour. The nose is lifted and intense with sweet fragrant florals, zesty limes/lemons, white currants and mineral notes. The crisp palate shows rich intense citrus flavours, good acidity and length. Cellaring Potential: Great vintage, drink now to 2014. more

Henschke Lenswood Coralinga Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Very pale green gold in colour. The nose is delicate, fragrant with gooseberry, feijoa fruit, tropical hints and freshly cut grass. sweet fruit with ripe gooseberry flavours; kiwi fruit and herb nuances are displayed on the crisp palate. Good structure, balance and length. more

Hestan Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Dense, ruby/purple color with notes of melted licorice, blackberry and smoke, this full bodied wine has superb intensity, ripe tannins and a long, concentrated finish. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. more

Château Suduiraut Sauternes 2005

Elegant, sweet and full-bodied with a remarkable life-expectancy. Beautiful gold colour with amber tints when aged. Harmony, power, complexity, and finesse it is often said that a great Suduiraut is the essence of Sauternes. It is a fresh, crisp and pure 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon blend coming from ... more

Byron Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay 2004

Staying true to the consistent nature of Chardonnay from this cool coastal appellation, Byron’s 2004 Chardonnay combines vibrant fruit character with a rich texture and a silky finish. Aromas of orange blossom, Anjou pear, and hazelnut are accented by hints of mineral and toasty oak. On the palate, the wine ... more

Didier Dagueneau Pouilly Fumé 2005

Often somewhat closed in their early youth, these are high-acid wines which should be cellared like the great white wines of Burgundy. It is after a couple of years in the bottle that they expand, open up and literally explode with dimensions of fruit and terroir found in no other ... more