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We go down the road less traveled to bring you wine that is different.

 

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El Matador
Idyllwild Station
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Rhonealicious
2003 Rhonealicious White, Viognier & Roussanne
67% Viognier, 33% Roussanne. Mouth watering full bodied, rich dry white with flavors of peach, honeysuckle, caramelized pear, apricot, tropical fruit, pineapple, mango and orange blossom. Barrel fermented. Stirred on lees.

2003 Rhonealicious Red, Petite Sirah
100% Petite Sirah. Inky violet color. Rich blackberry and cherry fruit, black pepper, hints of thyme, sage, clove, nutmeg and chaparral, subtle French oak. Savory with elegant silky tannins.

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Under the Sea - Vineyards 19 feet below sea level
2003 Roussanne & Marsanne
67% Roussanne, 33% Marsanne. Exotic full bodied, complex, dry white with apple, pear, quince, almond, honey, citrus & mineral characters. Barrel fermented. Stirred on lees.

2003 Viognier
100% Viognier. Rich golden color. Orange blossom, lemon drop and grapefruit flavors. Hints of peach, apricot, pineapple and honey- suckle. Full bodied and full flavored. Barrel fermented. Stirred on lees.

2003 Malbec
Malbec. Intense rich cranberry red color with aromas of licorice, dark spiced plums, heirloom roses and black cherry. It is tart, medium bodied, easy on the tannins and very smooth. Aged for 12 months in French oak and at least 24 months in bottle. Delicious with roasted meats and savory treats.

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El Matador
2003 Tempranillo
100% Tempranillo. Medium red, boysenberry, Marion berry, and dried cherry. Hints of spice and subtle French oak.

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Idyllwild Station

2003 Petite Sirah Reserve
100% Petite Sirah. Dark ruby red color. Hints of cranberry, blackberry, cherry and black pepper. Silky tannins. Rich full mouth feel. Subtle hints of licorice and smoke.

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Ripken
2003 Alicante Bouschet
100% Alicante Bouschet. Inky dark violet color. Flavors of elderberry and tart cherry. Balanced, medium bodied, medium tannins, hint of spice, tobacco and subtle French oak.

2003 Bourdeaux Style Red
Petit Verdot, Carmine and Malbec. Ruby red color. Earthy aromas of mushroom and cedar. Hints of pine, BBQ and smoke. Subtle flavors of red currants and truffles.

2004 Pinot Gris
100% Pinot Gris . Lemon, citrus, kiwi, mango and tropical fruit flavors. Hints of oak. Straw colored. Full bodied and full flavored. Barrel fermented. Stirred on lees.

2004 Vintage Port
55% Souzao, 45% Touriga. Aromas of intense black cherry, subtle strawberry and boysenberry. Flavors of cocoa, black licorice, mint, menthol and pine. Dark ruby red color, rich balanced body, smooth tannins, chewy fruit flavors and integrated alcohol

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