NV Valdivieso Caballo Loco
Number Nine
This wine is particularly interesting because of the exclusion of a
vintage and the mystery surrounding the percentages of grape varietals.
What we do know is that the composition is based on the classic Bordeaux
varietals. In addition, Caballo Loco is widely accepted as being one of
the best wines produced in Chile. Dark red color. An intense aromatic
profile dominated by ripe berry fruits, and underlayed with sweet
spices. Full bodied and a structure with clear cellaring potential. A
wine to enjoy the concentrated power now or wait 5 to 7 years to develop
the elegant subtleties which only come with aging.
Vintage:
Non-Vintage
(2004 – 50%, 1990-2003 – 50%)
Grapes:
Cabernet
Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Carmenere
Wine & Spirits – 93 Points
$51.99 each/$561.99 per 12 pack case
2006 Villa Creek Cellars
High Road
James Berry Vineyard
High Road is always comprised of our best James Berry Vineyard barrels.
Each varietal had so much to offer this vintage that assembling the
final blend proved to be a challenge. After much deliberation (and
consumption) Syrah was chosen as the
outspoken
leader of the blend. This wine is the archetype of Paso Robles’ most
distinguished vineyard. It’s rich, balanced, complex, and pure bliss!
Blend:
50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre
Appearance: Deep dark plum
Nose: Bing Cherries, black licorice, bacon fat, and wet concrete.
Palate: Rich dark red fruits, kirsch and charred meats, with a
long-lasting, minerally finish.
“Villa
Creek is one of my favorite wineries in Paso Robles.”
Robert M. Parker Jr.
Food and Wine, October 2007
$58.99 each/$636.99 per 12 pack case
2006 Erna Schein Petite Sirah
Spring Mountain District
The Spring Mountain District Petite Sirah is yet another 2006 that
leaves us gushing about the layers of sweet and rich spice. A gorgeous
purple/black color with edges of magenta, the wine exudes marvelous
aromas of holiday spice, cinnamon, clove and cherry. This is a powerful
wine with silky tannins and a solid structure to support the flavors of
cola, cassis, espresso and sweet, smoky oak.
92% Petite Sirah, 8% Cabernet
Sauvignon. 300 cases produced.
Full ruby. Reticent but pure aromas of cassis, black pepper and
licorice, with a distinctly resiny, tarry lift. Rather suave on entry,
then tightly wound and uncompromisingly dry in the middle, with the
peppery character carrying through onto the palate and tannic
aftertaste. Behrens referred to this one as "the angel of meat." It
would make a perfect accompaniment to a pepper-encrusted steak.
Stephen Tanzer – 93 Points
$61.99 each/$668.99
per 12 pack case
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