pinot noir
Arbor Brook, Estate 777 Block, Oregon - 2005
Lovely perfume of damp earth, black raspberry, and blackberry
liqueur. This leads to a velvety-textured wine with a solid
core of sweet fruit with all components nicely integrated. $75
Au Bon Climant, Santa Maria Valley - 2005
Rich, complex and full-bodied this wine strikes an ideal balance
between fruit, tannins, acidity and toasty oak. $75
Bannister, Russian River Valley - 2003
Gorgeous ripe blackberry flavors, orange zest, and toasty oak
with that signature silky texture. $70
Belvedere, Russian River - 2005
Pinot Noir from a classic region. Russian River fruit is distinctive
because it proudly wears a cloak of spicy black cherries. $45
Brewer Clifton, Rio Vista, Santa Rita Hills - 2005
Rose petal, dried cranberry and white sage aromas are followed
by flavors of dried plums and crispy meat skin. Silky textured
with a polished, lacy finish. $115
Calera, Selleck Vineyard, Central Coast - 2002
The flavor profile is a wonderful combination of black fruit
and floral notes accented with toasty oak and well integrated
tannins. $105
Calera Mills, Russian River - 2004
A medium red and garnet color is a striking prelude to a gorgeous,
aromatic symphony of ripe dark red cherry and bergamot tea
laced with a touch of tobacco and cola. $90
Cambria, Julia's Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley - 2005
A stunning plum, black cherry nose 'almost floral' with hints
of leather and spice. Velvety texture coats the palate and
the finish lingers with notes of cherry and spice. $55
Chateau Christina, Montery County - 2005
Bright stawberry & raspberry,
smoke, and toast. Palate:
Silky, fleshy texture
with flavors of ripe
berries and cherries.
Notes of chocolate
on the long finish.
$90
Cobb, Sonoma Coast - 2004
Aromas and flavors of raspberry, black cherry, red plum, orange
peel, white pepper and spice. Full-bodied mouth-feel with balanced
acidity, velvety tannins and a long, smooth finish. $120
De Tierra, Silacci Vinyard, Alexander Valley - 2005
Bright red berry, black cherry and rose petal aromas are heightened
by smoky vanilla and hard spices. Possessing an exceptionally
broad mouth-feel, the intensity of the cool climate red fruit
combines with the crisp acidity to produce an integrated wine
of excellent structure and balance. $80
Di Bruno, Badge Santa Rita Hills - 2003
Great wine with sweet, dark furit that runs deep yet shows
a lovely soft velvety side. $70
Domaine Drouhin, Cuvée Laurene, Oregon - 2004
Vibrantly seductive with aromas of fresh cherry and red berry,
and a floral mix of cherry blossoms and rose petals. Firm,
layered tannins coat the mouth, but the real stars are the
rich, velvety mouthfeel and well rounded, persistent finish.
$145
Domaine Drouhin, Willamet Vallley, Oregon - 2005
A delightful wine laced with aromatics of intense fruit, cherry
and red berries. True to the varietal and vintage, this Pinot
displays ripe but refined tannins. $95
Duckhorn, Goldeneye, Anderson Valley - 2004
Rich, attractive aromas of raspberry, cherry and plum mingle
with subtle green herbs, smoked bacon and toasted anise seed.
$115
Duckhorn, Migration Anderson Valley - 2005
Black cherry, spice and currant notes up front give way to
firm, tart tannins on the finish. $75
Elke, Donnelly Creek, Anderson Valley - 2006
The 2006 vintage reflects our Burgundian winemaking philosophy
combined with bright fruit characters and an earthy minerality
typical of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir. $70
Emeritus, Russian River Valley - 2005
Complex, balanced and powerful yet elegant, this wine is deeply
nuanced. This is a fruit forward, herbaceous California gem
with perfect oak tones and mineral driven finish. $90
Fiddlehead, Oldsville Estate, Oregon - 2004
Enticing aromatics of black cherry and spice are joined by
persistent and explosive notes of currant, cola and pomegranate.
$90
Fiddlestix, Taz, Santa Rita - 2005
The forward flavors on the palate are sweet cherry, strawberry
and plum followed by black tea and caramel. A lingering finish
is balanced with well-integrated tannins and oak. $70
Flying Goat 2A, Santa Rita Hills - 2005
A rich scarlet color with ruby edges first delights the eye,
and a good swirl starts to coax elegant burgundian aromas from
the wine. A perfume of rhubarb, sandalwood spice and red raspberry
is joined by a hint of barrel smokiness. Bright fruit notes
first wake up the palate upon a taste, with notes of cranberry
and black cherry mingling with pomegranate. $90
Foley, Santa Rita Hills - 2005
Exhibits rich huckleberry, black cherry, gingerbread, and mocha,
followed in the mouth with rich blackberry, baking spices and
cocoa lingering in the lengthy finish. $76
Foxen, Santa Maria Valley - 2006
Very fruit forward in style, full of spice, along with flavors
of raspberries, cherries, earthiness and forest floor. Supple
and velvety in the mouth, this is an elegant wine. $95
Foxen, Sea Smoke Vineyard, Santa Rita - 2005
Of all the Sea Smoke Pinot Noir's, this vintage most resembles
Burgundy. Much more focused and defined then the 2004 vintage.
Beautiful fruit meets designer barrels. 500 cases. $155
Handley, Estate Reserve, Anderson Valley - 2004
This wine offers heavenly cherry and chocolate aromas anchored
by a slight earthiness. Feel it caress the palate with flavors
of wild blackberries, lavender, and cassis. $155
Harmonique, Delicace, Anderson Valley - 2003
The wine displays exotic spices reminiscent of cinnamon and
cloves. It is rich, with a seeming sweetness from the cherry
and berry fruit, and enough new oak to perfecty balance. $105
Harmonique, The Nobel One, Anderson Valley - 2003
Intensely aromatic with up front cherry fruit. Hints of tar
and cola round out the full fruit flavors. It has plenty of
acid to support the long, smoky finish. $145
Jayson, Sonoma Coast - 2005
Displays a voluptuous texture, and forward cherry, cranberry,
and creamy strawberry fruit intermixed with creamy liqueur
characteristics. It is a sensuous, fleshy Pinot. $150
Jonata, Santa Rita Hills - 2005 (First Release)
Brooding nose of blackberry and black cherry highlighted
with lifted hints of spice and orange zest. Rich and ripe on
the palate with sweet fruit and smoky nuances. Soft tannins
combine with balanced acidity to create a lasting finish reminiscent
of ripe red cherry, 322 cases. $215
Ken Brown, Santa Rita Byron Estate Vineyard - 2005
Intoxicating nose of ripe fig, sweet cherry and plum. The initial
flavors of blackberry, ripe cherries, fig and plum are all
that the nose promises and more. $70
La Crema, Los Carneros - 2004
Enticing bright acidity accented by chocolate mint and anise
meld into a seductive juicy fruit finish. $65
Landmark, Grand Detour, Sonoma Coast - 2005
Full and deep, very nice structure and balance, flavors are
black cherry, berry and mushroom with just a touch of meatiness.
$57
Michaud, Monterey County - 2002
Long on power and made with true passion, the Michael Michaud
Pinot Noir stays satisfying and thick on the palate; rich and
full; excellent with grilled steak. $73
Mi Sueno Half Bottle, Russian River Valley - 2005
Seductive aromas of fresh crushed strawberries, blueberries,
and pomegranates tease the senses. The silky and complex palate
is well balanced between fruit, tannins and acidity. $80
Pahlmeyer, Napa Valley - 2005
This deeply colored wine boasts rich, ripe aromas
of blueberries, black fruit, and violets complemented by intriguing
spice components. The lush, complex palate is balanced beautifully
by ample acidity and creamy oak nuances. $195
Robert Sinskey, Los Carneros Napa - 2005
It is a complex wine that will take you on a journey, that
is, if you have the patience to let it open in your glass before
you drink the whole thing. $65
Russian Hill, Tara Vineyard, Russian River - 2004
This dense, dark Pinot noir has a nose of berries, cola and
sandalwood spice. On the palate, it is a weighty, rich wine
loaded with flavors of ripe cherry, plum and spice. $58
Russian Hill, Russian River Valley - 2004
The nose promises boysenberry and plum. On the palate, the
flavors begin with earth, mushroom and red raspberry that give
way to plum and other dark fruit flavors. $70
Saintsbury, Carneros Napa - 2005
Deep red with ruby tones. Spicy aromas of raspberry, cherry,
minerals, mint and earth, silky and rich. $65
Sea Smoke, Botella, Santa Barbara County - 2005
Lovely, elevated fruit tones with well balanced acidity and
tannins. This wine is lively on the palate, with a long crisp
finish. $125
Sea Smoke, Southing, Santa Barbara County - 2005
Elegant fruit, a rich middle palate, firm tannins and Sea Smoke
Vineyard's signature cool climate acidity. Aromas of wild blueberries,
violets and a subtle dustiness are characteristic of this wine.
$150
Sea Smoke, Ten, Santa Barbara County - 2005
The Ten Pinot Noir shows deep extraction and intensity of flavor,
maintains good balance across the palate, and culminates in
a firm, but velvety finish. Aromas of dark plum, black cherry,
currants, as well as cedar and a hint of earthiness are characteristic
of this wine. $175
Siduri, Terra di Promissio, Sonoma Coast - 2005
Robert Parker described it
as "spicy" with "red
currant and sweet cherry characteristics." These
flavors are very typical of
its cool climate origins. $115
Summerland, Santa Rosa, Santa Rita Hills - 2005
A powerful entry leads to layers of black fruits and pomegranate
with notes of vanilla in the finish. Exhibits the bright, expressive
fruit characteristic of this fine vineyard. A powerful entry
leads to black fruits and pomegranate with notes of vanilla
in the finish. $95
Summerland, Wolf Vineyard, Edna Valley - 2005
Highlights of dries rose petal and black tea leaf are balanced
nicely with fresh respberries and baking spices. $50
Talbott, Logan, Montery County - 2005
Offering silky tannins, ripe cherry/berry fruit flavors and
intriguing layers of cedar and forest floor. $60
Talisman, Half Bottle,Ted's, Sonoma - 2004
Fresh and spicy, Bing cherry, red licorice, and hints of cola
dominate the aroma. Ripe, lush, juicy cherry and blackberry
fruit fill the mouth. The wine finishes with ripe, juicy fruit
and exceptional persistence. $40
Talisman, Half Bottle,Thorn Ridge, Sonoma - 2004
The spicy nose is layered with Bing cherry and damp forest
floor aromas and a flavor profile to match. The mouthfeel is
structured, yet round and viscous. This balanced wine finishes
with a grippy tannic backbone and a very persistent finish. $40
Talisman, Ted's Vineyard, Russian River Valley - 2004
Fresh and spicy, Bing cherry, red licorice, and hints of cola
dominate the aroma. Ripe, lush, juicy cherry and blackberry
fruit fill the mouth. The wine finishes with ripe, juicy fruit
and exceptional persistence. $80
Talisman, Thorn Ridge, Sonoma Coast - 2002
Notes of blueberry, black cherry, chocolate and mineral dominate
the nose. $85
Tantara, Half Bottle, Santa Maria Valley - 2002
The nose promises boysenberry and plum. On the palate, the
flavors begin with earth, mushroom and red raspberry that give
way to plum and other dark fruit flavors. $70
Tantara, Brosseau Vineyard, Santa Maria - 2004
Astounding minerality and tannin serve to buttress and showcase
ripe berry fruit flovors. There are only 140 cases of this
California gem. $105
Willowbrooke, Dutton, Russian River Valley - 2004
Wispy notes of dried flowers overlie a generous complement
of vibrant, young cherry-like fruit in the precise and concentrated
aromas of this lovely Pinot Noir. $90
Willowbrooke, Estate Grown, Russian River - 2005
Inviting aromas of black cherry with hints of coffee and spices
greet the nose. Ripe red fruit on the palate leads to lingering
notes of cocoa, brown spice, and fennel. $90
Woodenhead, Buena Terra, Russian River - 2003
With only 120 cases produced this full bodied, supple, complex
wine (plum, rose petal, cocoa, toast, spicy oak) is one of
those true California finds. $115
Woodenhead, Humbolt County - 2004
Dark ruby in color, with a nose of dark fruits, oriental spice
box and earth, this wine delivers a big mouthful of boysenberry
and Bing cherry flavors. $80
Woodenhead, Morning Dew Ranch, Anderson - 2004
Thimbleberry, huckleberry, mint and a hint of Manzanita wood
are the Mendonoman descriptors. Notes of smoked bacon and cinnamon
linger on the long finish. $95
Woodenhead, Wiley Vineyard, Anderson - 2004
Lovely off-sweet dark fruit with candied citrus rind. Nice
round and open for business in mouthfeel, very good balance,
and long finish. $90
