New Wine Releases October 2014

CALIFORNIA

CENTRAL COAST

Edna Valley

Edna Valley Vineyards
2012 Chardonnay; $15
13/20 — Displaying aromas of peach, citrus and vanilla on the nose and flavors of apricot, spice and oak on the palate, this medium-bodied Chardonnay is both bright and well-balanced with a long finish.

Santa Maria Valley

Dolin Malibu Estate Vineyards
2012 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir; $45
15/20 — This bold Pinot Noir boasts aromas of raspberry and wild cherry, with subtle notes of earth, while flavors of oak, ripe strawberry and licorice display across the palate. 128 cases.

CENTRAL VALLEY

Lodi

Ironstone Vineyards
2013 Cabernet Franc; $12
12/20 — This young Cabernet Franc shows red berries and spice on its bouquet, with flavors of raspberry, cherry and oak displaying on the palate. 2,500 cases.

Capay Valley

Casey Flat Ranch
2013 Rosé; $18
13.5/20 — Offering aromas of strawberry, citrus and a bit of spice, this elegantly pink rosé is energetic on the palate with good acidity and fruit flavors. 205 cases.

NORTH COAST

Alexander Valley

Reichel Vineyards
2011 Antics Cabernet Sauvignon; $26
14/20 — A deep red in color, this Cabernet boasts aromas of raspberry, currants and chocolate, with jammy flavors of plum, blackberry, coffee and smoke dominating the palate. 112 cases.

Anderson Valley

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs
2012 Pinot Noir; $35
14.5/20 — Aromas of dark red berries, licorice and rose burst from the bouquet of energetic Pinot Noir, while flavors of vanilla and blackberry lead to silky tannins and a long, graceful finish.

Napa Valley

J. Davies
2011 Cabernet Sauvignon; $90
15/20 — Luxurious and fruit-forward, this Cabernet boasts aromas of plum, tobacco and cream, with notes of blackberry and chocolate displaying across the palate followed by a long, silky finish. 1,750 cases.

Russian River Valley

Truett Hurst
2012 Swallowtail Chardonnay; $27
14/20 — This sweeter Chardonnay exhibits aromas of caramel, vanilla and apple, with honeysuckle and apricot flavors displaying across the palate. 700 cases.

SIERRA FOOTHILLS

El Dorado

Madroña
2010 Signature Collection Cabernet Sauvignon; $26
14/20 — Made from a blend of 82 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 11 percent Petit Verdot, 5 percent Cabernet Franc and 2 percent Merlot, this wine displays aromas of black cherry and herbs, with vanilla cherry fruit and earth displaying on the palate. 322 cases.

SOUTH COAST

Malibu Coast

Colcanyon Estate Wines
2008 Cabernet Sauvignon; $39
14/20 — This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc boasts aromas of blackberry and dark cherry, with robust flavors of sweet dark fruit and licorice on the palate. 73 cases.

OREGON

WILLAMETTE VALLEY

Brooks
2010 Willamette Valley Riesling; $18
13/20 — Rich aromas of lemon and pear lead to lush flavors of peach and apple, which rush across the palate and produce a crisp, full finish. 750 cases.

J.K. Carriere Wines
2013 Willamette Valley White Pinot Noir; $24
14.5/20 — Made of 100 percent Pinot Noir, this rosé bursts with aromas of lemon, melon and honeysuckle on the nose, with flavors of peach, lychee and honey displaying across the palate. 628 cases.

FRANCE

Bordeaux

Sauternes
2011 AOC Sauternes Sweet White; $20
15/20 — This sweet dessert white wine is a blend of Muscadelle, Sauvignon and Sémillon that boasts aromas of honey and citrus, with flavors of orange marmalade and fig dancing across the palate.

ITALY

Tuscany



Olivi Le Buche
2012 Coreno; $27
14/20 — A blend of 80 percent Trebbiano and 20 percent Malvasia, the 2012 Coreno displays rich fruit and floral aromas on the nose, intense minerality on the palate and a long, elegant finish.

SPAIN

Ribera del Duero

Emilio Moro
2010 Malleolus Tempranillo; $27
13.5/20 — Aromas of rich dark fruit enhanced by notes of tobacco and balsamic are offered on the nose of this rich Tinto Fino, with flavors of vanilla and plum apparent on the palate. 100,000 bottles.

ARGENTINA

MENDOZA

Recuerdo Wines
2013 Malbec; $16
13.5/20 — This Argentine Malbec hails from the Uco Valley and displays aromas of blackberry and plum on the nose, with flavors of raspberry and spice on the palate. 385 barrels.

CHILE

CASABLANCA VALLEY

Casas del Bosque
2013 Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc; $18
13/20 — Offering a bouquet of grapefruit and herbs, this Sauvignon Blanc displays flavors of citrus and pear and a lively, crisp finish.

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