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2005 Arbios Cabernet: A hint of Bordeaux in Alexander Valley

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When you pop open an Alexander Valley cabernet, you expect a full mouthfeel and well balanced fruit. The Arbios Cabernet brings something slightly atypical. It is clear that this winery is trying to bring a little bit of Bordeaux to the land of in your face, fruit forward Cabernet.

Arbios Cabernet
On the nose, you get raspberries, plum, and some nuttiness. Upon tasting this Cabernet, sour cherry becomes the predominant flavor, supported by hints of wet clay, and cedar. The Arbios Cabernet doesn’t have the fruit you typically find in a Napa Cab, or the pungent earth found in a Bordeaux. But it has hints of each. It will be interesting to see how this medium bodied Cabernet ages, however for now, this wine is most definitely a food wine. It will pair well with grilled meats, especially those not accompanied by an intense sauce, as that may overpower this lighter style cabernet.

A Fresh New Pinot Noir Value Awaits Your Holiday Season

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Arriving to rave reviews is the new Foggy Valley Pinot Noir.  This exciting wine hails from a renowned Anderson Valley vineyard in Mendocino County, not too far to the north and west of Geyserville.  The high quality fruit on this 2008 vintage was a special opportunity during the recent business downturn.

Tantalizing the palate, this savory wine opens with a little fresh clove and caramel on the nose and tip of the tongue.  A perfect balance of dark red cherries and cranberry flavors flows sprightly across your mouth.  A slight sweetness of flavor and a mouth-watering finish beg for the next sip.

If you are a fan of fruity Russian River Pinot Noir, you will probably enjoy this wine.  At the same time, a nice minerality is reminiscent of the Burgundy region of France, the origin of Pinot Noir.  With the spice from 100% French Oak, 30% new, the wine is also very food friendly, with low alcohol at 13.5%.  This standout wine has good acidity to enjoy with food, yet is soft and luscious enough to sip and sip again.

A stunning value at only $24, better hurry on this one, there were only 155 cases made.  Speaking of cases, the case price is a real deal at $288 minus a minimum 10% case discount of $28.80, even more if you’re a Locals Club Member!