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Talmage 'Pija' Blend, Mendocino 2006Over AchieverPija, Spanish for “rascal,” is indeed a most feisty blend of grape varietals well suited to inland Mendocino County’s terroir. 50%Zinfandel 45% Petite Syrah 5% Charbono...This sophisticated peasant wine and its source vineyards will change from year to year, but the zesty, innovative spirit will remain the same. Plum, spice, and soft chocolate finish emphasize the 2006 vintage’s wild berry and black cherry.  You will practice 'DUDEISM' after trying this wine.... No gutter balls here!!!!

Talmage 'Pija' Blend, Mendocino 2006

Over Achiever

Pija, Spanish for “rascal,” is indeed a most feisty blend of grape varietals well suited to inland Mendocino County’s terroir. 50%Zinfandel
45% Petite Syrah
5% Charbono...This sophisticated peasant wine and its source vineyards will change from year to year, but the zesty, innovative spirit will remain the same. Plum, spice, and soft chocolate finish emphasize the 2006 vintage’s wild berry and black cherry.  You will practice 'DUDEISM' after trying this wine.... No gutter balls here!!!!

Ukiah 'Two Vineyards' Chardonnay 2007AchieverThis wine is produced from the McDowell and Beckstoffer Vineyards located in the upper Russian River Watershed of Mendocino County, California. 100% Chardonnay, 100% unoaked. The younger Beckstoffer vineyard contributes green apple and pear flavors with crisp natural acidity, while the more mature McDowell vineyard adds tropical notes and a creamy, complex mouth feel.These wines are sustainably farmed. Each of the vineyards is Certified Fish Friendly and is a participant in the Wine Institute Sustainable Winegrowing Program.

Ukiah
'Two Vineyards' Chardonnay 2007

Achiever

This wine is produced from the McDowell and Beckstoffer Vineyards located in the upper Russian River Watershed of Mendocino County, California. 100% Chardonnay, 100% unoaked. The younger Beckstoffer vineyard contributes green apple and pear flavors with crisp natural acidity, while the more mature McDowell vineyard adds tropical notes and a creamy, complex mouth feel.
These wines are sustainably farmed. Each of the vineyards is Certified Fish Friendly and is a participant in the Wine Institute Sustainable Winegrowing Program.



Old River Cabernet, Sierra Foothills 2006Over AchieverThe Ponderosa Vineyard is located at 1900’ elevation along the west slope of the Sierra Foothills near the town of Grass Valley. Hot dry days and cool nights make this an ideal location for mountain grown Cabernet Sauvignon.comprised of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% Merlot. The wine is barrel aged in high quality new French oak barrels for 8 months prior to blending and bottling to provide a well-structured complex pallet. Look for ripe fruit, black currant and berries.BEST DAMN CERTIFIED ORGANIC WINE I'VE EVER HAD!!

Old River Cabernet, Sierra Foothills 2006

Over Achiever

The Ponderosa Vineyard is located at 1900’ elevation along the west slope of the Sierra Foothills near the town of Grass Valley. Hot dry days and cool nights make this an ideal location for mountain grown Cabernet Sauvignon.
comprised of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% Merlot. The wine is barrel aged in high quality new French oak barrels for 8 months prior to blending and bottling to provide a well-structured complex pallet. Look for ripe fruit, black currant and berries.
BEST DAMN CERTIFIED ORGANIC WINE I'VE EVER HAD!!
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