FROM THE WINEMAKER'S NOTEBOOK

• Our Premium White Wines
	2007 Chenin Blanc Grapefruit and lemon curd aroma with touches of floral components. Look for beautiful hyacinth as wine warms and aromas are released. This wine also exhibits elegant notes of mineral. Bright green apple mouth with a lively, gripping acidity that balances the luscious mouthfeel of this wine. Crisp and pleasing finish that lingers on the palate with citrus flavor of tangerine and exotic lychee.
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	2006 Chardonnay 100% Chardonnay ~ Subtle notes of toasted oak and soft vanilla with citrus fruit and mineral character. The combination of fruit and oak give this chardonnay a creamy aroma. Bright mouthfeel with nice fruit and well balanced oak. Flavors that revolve primarily around citrus fruit, green apple and mineral. Smooth mouthfeel and soft finish make this wine perfect for everyday sipping and the perfect accompaniment to seafood and poultry dishes.
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• Our Premium Red Wines
	1995 Cabernet Estate Ripe black currant fruit with mint, barrel and pipe tobacco and toasty oak. Tangy cherry & plum fruits completed with cedar and cigar box tones, soft tannins on the finish.
	1996 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon An extraordinary, big, rich, full-bodied wine with blackberry, cassis and vanilla flavors, deep tannins and long finish. An extraordinary accomplishment. (Decanter Magazines choice as "Best New Release," February 2001
	1997 Signature Release Cabernet Magnificent ripe berry fruits, jammy cassis, new french oak, dark chocolate and big, rich tannins layered in fruit and oak.
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	2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Explosive fruit character, high viscosity, big but balanced tannin and an extremely long finish combine to make this a perfect expression of cabernet fruit from our world renowned certified organic vineyards.
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	2004 Cachagua Cabernet Sauvignon Bright ripe blackberry and cassis aromas with a touch of mocha and vanilla. Look for mineral, herb and black peppercorn notes as nose opens. A round, lightly tannic entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity full body of vibrant berry fruit and brown spice flavors with crisp, juicy tartness and supple tannins on the long finish..
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	2003 Merlot Bright and lively on the palate with balanced tannin and lingering finish. Lush berry notes throughout combine with a touch of sweet oak.
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	2002 Merlot Reserve Medium-full to full-bodied, this has an explosion of black cherry fruit, a generous mid-palate and a beautifully structured finish with youthful tannins, ample, but nicely integrated oak and lively acidity. This wine is beautiful now and can be cellared, if desired, for five to ten years.
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	2003 Cabernet Franc Dried cherry, black currant with notes of coriander/black pepper and sweet oak/vanilla. Also, some notes of fresh tobacco. Medium-full body with layers of ripe, black fruit, youthful tannins and nicely integrated oak with pleasant herbal tea notes. This is a big, forceful Cabernet Franc with an excellent structure for aging because of the firm tannins and lively acidity.
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	2006 Pinot Noir Cherry-cranberry compote with cassis and honeycomb nuances. A buoyant, juicy entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity medium body of tangy ripe boysenberry and sour cherries. Finishes with a long, tart, fruit driven fade with a touch of cream and minerals. A zesty, invigorating Pinot on its own or with smoked salmon or crispy duck dishes.
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	2006 Malbec 40th Anniversary Wine Crusty berry pie aromas, crème brulee, and roasted/toasted nuts. Also, look for that signature Cachagua Valley aroma -- mineral. Think Tor house, surrounded by wet, aromatic rock -- with massive berry. A round, silky entry leads to a fruity medium-full body of ripe blackberry, black cherry, boysenberry, and spice flavors with a long, lingering and crisp red apple, nut, and cedar fade. A very nice wine to sip on its own or enjoy with a porterhouse.
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	2000 Celebration Meritage Delicious, mouth-watering dark fruit flavors with cassis, dark chocolate & blackberries and just the right amount of oak. Remarkable complexity and appropriate tannins. The wine is built for the long term.
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	2003 Celebration Meritage Luscious vanilla, sweet oak, black currant, molasses/brown sugar/maple aromas. Complex and layered, one may have difficulty removing nose from glass! Medium-full to full bodied with excellent concentration, this offers ripe black cherry, plum and cassis fruit with a beautifully definedmid-palate and a well structured finish with youthful tannins, nicely integrated, stylish oak, lively acidity and a wonderful fruit persistence. This wine will drink well for a decade and more.
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	2004 Dancers Meritage Concentrated blackberry and raspberry notes with touches of mocha and sweet oak. Full, coating mouth effect with bright fruit flavors balanced acidity and soft, subtle tannins make this wine a perfect match for many foods from salmon to prime rib. Enjoy this wine now as it is ready to drink!
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	2003 "Toby's Vintage" Merlot Port Saturated tawny-ruby red hues, with the aroma of toasty oak, vanilla and black licorice with dried blackberry. A supple entry leads to a generous, full-bodied palate with deep, ripe fruit flavors and a long warming finish. Look for luscious concentrated blackberry with lingering touches of peppermint and dark chocolate.
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• Other Premium Wines
	2006 Merlot Rose 100% Merlot; Highly concentrated, ripe strawberry, raspberry nose with hints of green tea. Beautiful palate of strawberry -- the center white part -- and crisp cranberry. Light touches of cherry and nicely balanced acidity throughout. Clean and delicate finish.
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	2006 Merlot Blanc 100% Merlot; Intriguing, subtle mixture of lychee fruit and jasmine flower. Crisp, bright mouthfeel with lingering citrus notes. Nice balance of fruit and acid that will pair well with rich cheeses and spicy cuisine.
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2005 Sparkling Merlot 100% Merlot ~ Honey, almondy notes mingled with nice raspberry/cherry character. Bright and crisp mouth with flavors of bosc pear, apple and citrus. Clean and delicate, this sparkler will be perfect compliment for cheeses, caviar and toasty breads. Download Printable Label - View Technical Wine Data PDF