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2001 Alma de Llicorella
Priorat, Spain
Name Story
Alma de Llicorella is named for the dark, dense slate soils unique to the Priorat region that impart interesting mineral characteristics to the wine.
Winemaker
Josep Maria Fuentes
Vineyards | Winemaking
Slate/quartzite soils. Extensive leaf thinning and green harvest. 10–15 days temperature controlled fermentation (to a maximum of 28 degrees Celsius), 15 days post-fermentation maceration. Aged for 13 months in French and American oak (50% new).
Grapes
40% Garnacha, 40% Cariñena, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 2% Syrah (average age 28 years). Picked: August 29–October 2, 2001.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Kirsch liqueur, raspberry and plum with mineral tones. Taste: Plum and wild berries with licorice and spice; warm and earthy with velvety tannins and a firm structure
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Type: TEMORANILL
Region: SPAIN
Vintage: 2001
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2004 Barona
Rias Baixas, Spain
Name Story
Barona is named for a legendary Celtic fortress whose ancient ruins stand on a spectacular peninsula overlooking the Atlantic Ocean near the border with Portugal.
Winemaker
Jose Maria Ureta
Vineyards | Winemaking
Rocky soils with 18-year old Albariño vines sited high atop the hills overlooking the inlet in the Rosal region of Rias Baixas. Picked by hand in small baskets. Prefermentation maceration and bottled unfiltered.
Grapes
100% Albariño. Picked: September 9–25, 2004.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Redolent with floral notes and hints of grapefruit and fresh herbs. Taste: Full bodied with apricot and peach flavors, lingering acidity, and a rich, creamy texture.
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Type: ALBARINO
Region: spain
Vintage: 2004
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$19.99
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Type: CAB SAUV
Region: Chile
Vintage: 2000
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$28.99
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2004 Dylan
Russian River Valley, USA
Name Story
Dylan is a welsh name meaning of the sea in homage to Western Sonoma Valley's cool, marine climate which is ideal for growing Chardonnay.
Winemaker
Dan Goldfield
Vineyards | Winemaking
Sandy loam soils on rolling hillsides along the Russian River. Whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented. Aged on the lees for 10 months in French oak.
Grapes
100% Chardonnay. Picked September 16-25, 2004.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Lemon citrus and floral, with overtones of ginger and nutmeg. Taste: Tangerine and lime, with bright acidity, creamy texture and lingering finish
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Type: CHARDONNAY
Region: US-CALIFORNIA
Vintage: 2006
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$88.99
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2001 Etereo
Barolo, Italy
Name Story
Etereo is the Italian word for "ethereal," signifying something highly refined, delicate out of this world and heavenly.
Winemaker
Paolo Caciorgna
Vineyards | Winemaking
Sand and chalk soils in the Monforte d'Alba region of Barolo. Temperature controlled fermentation. Aged for 30 months in French oak barrels (100% new) and bottle aged for 12 months before release.
Grapes
100% Nebbiolo. Picked: October 10, 2001.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Rich, complex and earthy with a broad bouquet. Taste: Deep plum and dark fruit flavors with hints of chestnut, mushroom and white truffles.
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Type: NEBBIOLO
Region: ITALY
Vintage: 2000
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